Continue to Hollywoodlife () SKIP AD
Hollywood Life Logo Image

Hollywood Life

Today's Top Stories

  • Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes
    See Pics

    Eva Mendes Spotted Wearing Gold Band On Left Hand During Hike With Family

  • Lizzo
    Watch

    Lizzo Stuns In A Fiery Crop Top & Thong For Hot New Video: 'Can't Wait To Archive This'

  • paula's choice
    SHOP

    Over 21,000 People Swear By This BHA Exfoliant That Clears Blackheads & Pores & Is Under $30

Hollywood Life
  • Home
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Celebrity Bios
  • Beauty
  • Fashion
  • Shopping
  • Celebrity News
  • World News
  • Exclusives
  • Politics
  • Celebrity Babies
  • Opinions
ALL NEWS
  • Nicole Kidman Vows To ‘Try Her Best’ While Playing Lucille Ball After Casting Controversy

  • Cole DeBoer Cuddles Daughter & Gushes Over How ‘Blessed’ He Is To Have Family With Chelsea Houska

  • Eva Mendes Spotted Wearing Gold Band On Left Hand During Hike With Ryan Gosling & 2 Daughters: Rare Pics

  • Award Shows
  • At The Movies
  • TV
  • Music
  • Sports
  • Sex & Relationships
  • Holidays
  • Entertainment Features
  • Podcast
  • Oscar Contenders
ALL ENTERTAINMENT
  • Jason Scott Lee

    Jason Scott Lee: 5 Things To Know About The ‘Mulan’ Star Who’s Joined The ‘Doogie Howser’ Reboot

  • Michael B. Jordan Reveals Whether He’d Want To Star In ‘Black Panther 2’: It’s ‘Near & Dear’ To Me

  • ‘The Challenge’: Jay Reveals Why He Was ‘Stoked’ To Take On Leroy In Elimination & More

  • Taylor Swift
  • Rihanna
  • Selena Gomez
  • Kim Kardashian
  • Kylie Jenner
  • Kendall Jenner
  • Justin Bieber
  • Miley Cyrus
  • Gigi Hadid
  • Khloe Kardashian
  • Jennifer Lopez
  • Angelina Jolie
  • Harry Styles
  • Kourtney Kardashian
ALL CELEBRITY BIOS
  • Nicole Kidman Vows To ‘Try Her Best’ While Playing Lucille Ball After Casting Controversy

  • Eminem’s Daughter Hailie Jade Shows Off Her Winter Style In Cozy Jean Jacket

  • Cole DeBoer Cuddles Daughter & Gushes Over How ‘Blessed’ He Is To Have Family With Chelsea Houska

  • Fragrance
  • Hair Care
  • Health
  • Makeup
  • Nails
  • Beauty Features
  • Skincare
  • Makeover
  • Diet & Fitness
ALL BEAUTY
  • body lotion

    Body Lotion: 11 Hydrating Products That Will Moisturize Dry Winter Skin In No Time

  • Over 21,000 People Swear By This BHA Exfoliant That Clears Blackheads & Pores & Is Under $30

  • Jennifer Aniston’s Light Hair Makeover: Shows Off Blonder Locks On ‘Morning Show’ Set – Before & After

  • Red Carpet
  • Weddings
  • Fashion Features
  • Shopping
ALL FASHION
  • Eminem

    Eminem’s Daughter Hailie Jade Shows Off Her Winter Style In Cozy Jean Jacket

  • Demi Moore, 58, Slays Runway With Dramatic New Look: Plus, More Stars At Paris Fashion Week

  • Lizzo Stuns In A Fiery Crop Top & Thong For Hot New Video: ‘Can’t Wait To Archive This’ — Watch

  • Share This Article
  • Reddit
  • LinkedIn
  • WhatsApp
  • Email
  • Print
  • Talk
Next Up

Bryan Greenberg Teases ‘New Sound’ For Upcoming Album & Reveals How He Feels About TV Reboots

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Newsletters
  • Search Close

Trending

  • Bonnie Says
  • Celeb Babies
  • TV
  • Celeb Galleries
Search

NewsExpand Menu

  • Celebrity News
  • World News
  • Exclusives
  • Politics
  • Celebrity Babies
  • Opinions
  • Rock The Vote

EntertainmentExpand Menu

  • Entertainment Features
  • TV
  • Award Shows
  • At The Movies
  • Music
  • Sports
  • Sex & Relationships
  • Podcast
  • At Home With...

BeautyExpand Menu

  • Fragrance
  • Hair Care
  • Health
  • Makeup
  • Nails
  • Skincare
  • Beauty Features
  • Diet & Fitness
  • Shopping

FashionExpand Menu

  • Red Carpet
  • Weddings
  • Fashion Features
  • Shopping

TrendingExpand Menu

  • Bonnie Says
  • TV
  • Celeb Galleries

About UsExpand Menu

  • About Us
  • Writer Bios
  • Scoops, Tips & Corrections
  • Subscribe To Newsletter
  • Contact Us

Celebrity ProfilesExpand Menu

  • Kim Kardashian
  • Kylie Jenner
  • Justin Bieber
  • Selena Gomez
  • Taylor Swift
  • Rihanna
  • Kendall Jenner
  • Miley Cyrus
  • Gigi Hadid
  • Jennifer Lopez
  • Angelina Jolie
Follow Us
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Newsletters
Alerts & Newsletters
  • Jobs
  • Scoops & Corrections
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy
  • California Privacy Rights
  • AdChoices
  • Data Policy
  • Do Not Sell My Personal Information
© 2021 Penske Media Corporation
  • News
  • Opinions
Exclusive Interview
February 23, 2018 4:19PM EST

How A Celeb Organizer Transformed My Messy Desk To Save Time & Reduce My Stress

how to clean desk
Courtesy Photo
View Gallery View Gallery 40 Photos.
Dory Larrabee-Zayas
Lifestyle Director
  • Share This Article
  • Reddit
  • LinkedIn
  • WhatsApp
  • Email
  • Print
  • Talk

Is your messy desk costing you a promotion and more money? I called an organizer to help me de-clutter my office and my life! Get 5 helpful and easy tips right here!

I’ve recently become obsessed with professional organizers, and luckily, I was able to call one and share her wisdom with all of you! Holly Bohn is the Founder and Creative Director at See Jane Work and has helped stars like Jennifer Garner, Heidi Klum and Taylor Swift, to name a few! She’s an expert at de-cluttering and organizing and like, basically saved my life and my sanity! She told me that your messy desk is giving others the wrong impression — it may show that you’re not serious, easily frazzled, or unpredictable. It could be costing you that promotion or raise! “Social media has trained us to respond to visual cues,” Holly told us EXCLUSIVELY. “Telling someone you are successful is not as effective as showing them. While many of us would never dream of bringing a business associate or client into our office if it was a mess, we often don’t think about how the mess affects not only ourselves, but the people we work with. Studies show that 96% of office workers believe that organization is the sign of a better leader, and 3 out of 4 believe that a disorganized office is a sign of deeper company problems.”

Since you obviously can’t paint your office walls or go too crazy, Holly says: “Instead of adding personal items, choose office accessories that reflect your personal style. A heart-shaped mousepad, a stapler in your favorite color, or a college sticker on your pencil cup are great ways to make a style statement, without cluttering your workspace. I specifically designed the Perpetual Calendar and Motivational Easel Card Set to help people express themselves at work in a lighthearted way. Both items have a small footprint, so don’t take up a lot of room, but do add a lot of fun to the workspace.”

WHERE & HOW TO START

Here’s how to get started when you feel completely overwhelmed. My “before desk” was a nightmare (see pics here) — but Holly helped me turn everything around in less than 90 minutes.

“1. Grab three large boxes or bins, label them: Keep, Put Away, Give Away

2. Take everything from your desk and drawers and put it into the boxes. It’s not necessary to completely disconnect electronics, you can clean around those.

3. Dust and clean your desktop, computer, monitor, phone and anything else that remained.

4. Put back the items from the Keep bin. If you simply don’t have enough room, then keep editing until your workspace is no longer overwhelmed. Make sure to use drawer organizers to keep drawers neat and desktop organizers for paperwork and tools.”

THROW or give away things you don’t use or need — in my case, I rarely use paper, so I didn’t need paper clips, a stapler, scissors, or tape. Get rid of broken or dried up pens, and old, out-of-date business cards.

WHAT YOU NEED

“Drawer organization – See Jane Work Storage Bin Set, 5 Pack or See Jane Work Organizer Tray (which can be used on a desktop if you don’t have drawer storage).  Every desk needs a place to keep clips and other small items organized.

Paperwork Organizer – I have yet to meet someone without paper at their desk. No matter how paper-free you try to be, there is always a little paperwork. I love using Poly Pouches or a Paperwork Organizer. It requires little thought, essentially lets me keep my stacks, but looks a little more organized.

Pencil Cup – Somewhere for pens, pencils, scissors and the like to land. Depending on the number of files you keep at your desk you can use a separate Pencil Cup and Desk Tray, or you can use an all-in-one Desktop Organizer that holds it all.

Notepad – A scratch pad that is too big to remove from your desk. You can jot down quick notes, then enter the information digitally or discard it. A blank pad of paper is also a great way for coworkers to leave you a note as well.

Notebook – A dedicated place for all your notes, something you can take with you to meetings, when commuting or traveling.”

The biggest lesson I learned from Holly is that you don’t need to get rid of everything, BUT everything should have a place. Even 87 lipsticks look fine when they are properly categorized and displayed in an acrylic organizer. Having a dedicated spot for my coffee and mouse feels like I have things under control. Finding things is easier, and faster, and there is much less distraction! See pics of her office staples plus my (embarrassing!) before and after pics in the gallery!

View this post on Instagram

Ditch the filing cabinet for shelves. #shelfie . . . . . . . . . . #homeoffice #homeofficedecor #homeofficesolutions #officespace #officeorganization #officedecor #officespace #flipshelf #thinkspacebrands #seejanework #homeofficedecor #shelvingsystem #organization #organizedhome #interiorinspo #interiordesign #interiorstyling #workspacegoals #workspace

A post shared by office style + organization (@seejanework) on Oct 11, 2017 at 6:35am PDT

HollywoodLifers, are you looking for ways on how to clean your desk?

Click to Subscribe to Our HollywoodLife Daily Newsletter to get more celeb news.
  • Share This Article
  • Reddit
  • LinkedIn
  • WhatsApp
  • Email
  • Print
  • Talk

More Lifestyle:

  • Eight Surprising Exercises You Can Do At Your Desk At Work To Make Your Bikini Bod Last
  • The Healthiest Things You Can Eat At Your Desk & Be Super Satisfied -- Nutrition Expert Says
  • Why Is 'Self Care' So Hard To Actually Do? 5 Tips To Be Happier & Healthier This Week

Most Read

Britney Spears Shakes Her Hips In Tiny Shorts While Dancing To Ex Justin Timberlake’s Music

Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake

Rebel Wilson Says People ‘Didn’t Look Twice’ At Her Before She Lost 60 Lbs.: I’m Treated Differently Now

Rebel Wilson

Selena Gomez Rocks Shorts & Bright White Sneakers While Posing For Gorgeous New PUMA Ad

Selena Gomez

Mama June Cozies Up To Boyfriend Geno Doak As They Celebrate One Year Of Sobriety — Pic

Mama June and Geno Doak

’90 Day Fiance’ Updates: Couples Still In Love & Those Who Split

Paola and Russ Mayfield

Have news, pics or video on a breaking news story?

Send us your Tip

Have news, pics or video on a breaking news story?

Send us your Tip

More From Our Brands

  • The 2021 Barbie Fashionista Lineup Is the Most Diverse Yet
    SheKnows

    The 2021 Barbie Fashionista Lineup Is the Most Diverse Yet

  • This $30 Candle Is Basically a Spot-on Dupe for Diptyque’s Baies Fragrance
    StyleCaster

    This $30 Candle Is Basically a Spot-on Dupe for Diptyque’s Baies Fragrance

  • The Unicorn Sneak Peek: Will Shannon 'Walk of Shame' Past Wade's Kids?
    TVLine

    The Unicorn Sneak Peek: Will Shannon 'Walk of Shame' Past Wade's Kids?

  • Stephen Marley to Livestream Concert of Bob Marley Classics
    Rolling Stone

    Stephen Marley to Livestream Concert of Bob Marley Classics

  • Saweetie Goes Bold in a Chanel Jacket, Exposed Bralette & Leather Mini Skirt
    FootwearNews

    Saweetie Goes Bold in a Chanel Jacket, Exposed Bralette & Leather Mini Skirt

    HollywoodLife

    • About Us
    • Accessibility Statement
    • Advertise With Us
    • Careers
    • Scoops & Corrections
    • Contact Us

    Legal

    • Privacy Policy
    • California Privacy Rights
    • AdChoices
    • EU Privacy Preferences
    • Terms of Use
    • Data Policy
    • Do Not Sell My Personal Information

    News

    • Celebrity News
    • World News
    • Exclusives
    • Celebrity Babies

    Connect

    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
SheKnows Media - Entertainment
© Copyright 2021 HollywoodLife, LLC, a subsidiary of Penske Business Media, LLC.
Powered by WordPress.com VIP
ad