How I Stay Organized

#minimalism #organization

Today I go over a few things I do to stay organized with work, and my personal life.

Hey everyone. My name is Nicholas and I make videos most about my experiences with minimalism, frugal living, tech, and things of that nature 🌱. I like to make content that feels like you're having a coffee with a friend ☕. So if that sounds good to you consider subscribing and I'll see you in the next one ✏️.

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[robertsimpson]

There are two things I really identify with, getting distracted super easily and keeping a short list. I have a lot to do, so I actually have two lists, a long one that I keep in the background, and a short one that I call 'three and out, ' like in baseball. I focus on three things, and when I finish them, decide what the next three things are, or sometimes just one or two. After that I decide on the next three things.

[sarah_elizabeth]

Am I the only 50 year old wife and mom who loves this channel ? 🤔
I use the iPhone notebook app because anything more would be too overwhelming for me. Lol

[triple-aries]

I’ve been using the Notes app on my iPhone to write lists since I was in high school. Now going into my 30s, I’m still using the Notes app to stay organized!

[AnnieGill]

Thanks for the suggestion on shortening the to do list. Stuff will always be there, and I have time just for several things on my to do list, instead of 400 for today!

[TheInsaneCranuim]

Been watching since you were at 30k, and I gotta say, you have been an inspiration to how I keep myself organized and minimal. I appreciate all you do, Nicholas! Keep the videos coming!!

[BotanicalProjects]

Great video! And the flour b-roll was a nice touch...def need to see more of that in your upcoming videos!

[mariaboivin]

You are soooo RIGHT putting stuff away ….goes in hand with finding stuff … thank you

[amitgb]

Wonderful !! I watched the video, took notes (in my diary) and will start implementing it too. thanks Nicholas, appreciate your work and coming up with such quality content, which would help everyone!! Love from India !!

[JosephDickson]

Making a short to-do list from a "Getting Things Done" next action collection helps me get started.

"Switch Tasking" is what slows me down. To avoid this each list is curated for a time, place, or device. By limiting my list to three next actions from a single collection I stay focused and maintain momentum.

[Mr_Crypt]

Great tips. Like you, I've noticed apps made to help you organize leave me scratching my head trying to figure out how to use it. Loved the cinematic bread shots too ;)

[ChillOutsider]

Good tips Nicholas! I'm also an organizing person myself. 👌🏾

[veilgray]

Amazing. I'm probably late to the party picking this up, but I'm just reading Brooke McAlary's "Destination Simple" and she touches on the simplified to-do list as well.
Oh and that was indeed a very aesthetic shot of flour! :))

[RobEbbutt]

Yes, the bread clip was great, Nicholas. Your observations on organizing your day, inspiring as usual. Well done!

[KT-rhhq]

Loved the music for the bread clip, lol! Thank you for sharing insights into how you stay organized. I think the more you simplify anything the easier it becomes. These tips are something I can definitely put into practice regularly. I really like finishing a task all the way first before starting the next. I always feel frazzled trying to do multiple things and/or allowing myself to get distracted before finishing a single task. Always enjoy and appreciate your videos. Thank you so much! 😊

[bernadettev]

really loved the little aesthetic flour scene, nice touch to the video :)

[e.victoria]

3:35 Detail is key!- for some. I know of someone who started the minimalist journey and honestly asked, “but really, how many forks should I have? I wish I could see inside their kitchen cabinets.” Minutiae may provide some validation for those over-thinkers who feel weird about the process. Does me. Thank you again!

[snehal.pachigar]

I love the artistic touch in your videos. Something that I aspire when I create my videos too. Looking forward to seeing more of your content.

[RobertCreating]

Nice one Nick! Simplicity is the key 🤟🏻I hope you are doing well buddy

[michaeldavies]

Definitely got some good ideas from this video thanks for the inspiration

[links]

I have my phone set up with a left swipe to the reminders widget. It allows quick access to check off tasks and add tasks. I highly recommend it.