What Works For Me May Not Work For You

When I start working with a client,it's very important for me to get to know what kind of learner they are.  Why?  Knowing if someone is a more dominant left-brain thinker vs a right-brain thinker is extremely important when it comes to organizing.   Not sure if you're left-brain or right-brain dominant?  There are a ton of different quick 'test' you can take on-line.  Here is 1 site that you may wish to explore:1. http://www.blogthings.com/areyourightorleftbrainedquiz/  20 question quiz that will 'spit out' what you are.There are many more sites available but I just happened to choose these two.  Just for reference, here are my own personal scores:55% left-brain  and 45% right-brain53% left-brain and 47% right-brainHow does this relate to organizing?  Here are some tips that I hope you find helpful:Left-Brain

  • Create an ordered workspace
  • Place items behind closed doors except for current tasks
  • Create logical ‘homes’ for things (pens, paper, etc.)
  • Purchase tools like desk drawer trays, labelers, etc.

Right-Brain

  • Use color (file folders, magazine holders, etc).
  • Have options for current projects/tasks in the open
  • Use visual cues (colored post-it notes) as reminders
  • Purchase attractive organizers that you like to look at

Looking at myself, I'm almost 50-50 so what does that mean for me?  I actually tend to use a combination of left-brain and right-brain strategies.What is important to remember is:  what works for me may not work for you.  If you are more right-brain dominant your organization will look different than someone who may be more left-brain dominant.So, before you begin your journey of becoming organized or more organized, do a little self-evaluation to figure out what will work best for you!Have a great day!

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