Sticky Note Do’s and Don’ts

We all love a sticky note — a simple and easy way to jot down thoughts and reminders, but when your workspace becomes overwhelmed with little colourful squares, it can catch the eye of your managers and others in a negative way.

If you want to keep your workspace, and mind, organized without looking like you’re overwhelmed, here’s some great tips on how to keep your Sticky Note Habit under control.

Do use sticky notes for:

• Reminding yourself of special tasks (on bathroom mirror, front door, fridge).
• Out of office notice-have sticky notes prepared to leave on your office door such as back in 10 minutes, at lunch, working at home, in a meeting.
• Flow charts and scheduling.
• To avoid writing on original documents.
• Brainstorming sessions.
• For quick lists (errands, groceries) to place on your to do list.
• For daily affirmations. Put a positive message on mirror.
• Writing positive notes to employees and family members.

Don’t use sticky notes for:

• To remind yourself of day-to-day activities or projects.
• When there is more than one task to complete.
• As a record of phone messages. Use a notebook instead.
• As a method of retaining information on permanent documents. They can get knocked off and will dry out after awhile.
• For external or formal correspondence.

Struggling to keep yourself organized and on-task at work, now is the time to work with a Coach. I can help you stay on track while working to improve your Executive Presence in the office so you’re catching the eye of your managers for all the right reasons. Email me today to learn more.