How to Stay Organized at Work

Organization is a challenge for people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). If you have ADHD, you know how important it is to be organized on the job. Here are some dos and don'ts to help you put an organizational system into place.
Do look for repetitive tasks.
Most jobs have a number of repetitive tasks that are done daily, weekly, monthly, or quarterly. Starting with the daily tasks, list each one and estimate the time it takes. Then schedule those into your calendar. Do the same with all of your repetitive tasks, and be sure to set a reminder for each so that you are aware that it is due.
Do consider hiring a professional organizer to help you put a system together.
A good organizer has a lot of great ideas and systems to put into place that will help you stay on track with a minimal amount of time. They can also help you clear out the clutter and get your workspace in order.
QUOTE:
Organizing is what you do before you do something, so that when you do it, it is not all mixed up. - A. A. Milne
Do learn to chunk tasks.
If you have a number of calls to make or emails to send, set aside time to do them all at once. This is much more efficient than spreading them throughout the day.
Don't be overwhelmed by big projects.
People with ADHD tend to approach a new project with a great deal of enthusiasm, only to lose interest a few days or weeks into the project. Everything gets put off until the last minute, when an adrenaline rush helps them get it done, but probably not to their best ability.
Instead, break the project up into smaller chunks and schedule time to work on them on a regular basis until it is done. Make your deadline a few days before the project is actually due, and allow more time than you think is necessary for each step.
Don't be shy about seeking help.
Go ahead and get the help you need, whether it's hiring a professional organizer, having a good friend come in on the weekend, or just asking a coworker for some tips. Your boss will most likely be impressed with the fact that you recognized a problem and took the initiative to solve it yourself. Each of us has areas with which we struggle. There is no shame in being organizationally challenged.
Don't assume this is a one time thing.
Getting organized is one thing; staying organized is another. Systems you put into place will most likely need some tweaking before they really work for you. Those lists you made of repetitive tasks will most likely need to be revised over and over until you get them all.
A good organizational system needs to grow and evolve with you, but once you have the basics under control. it won't be so hard to make changes.
Being and staying organized at work is very important. If you have ADHD, this is an area that you may struggle with, so it's important to seek help to learn new ways of doing things. Be sure to work diligently and consistently to master your new organizational skills.