{"id":225,"date":"2022-03-14T21:29:51","date_gmt":"2022-03-15T03:29:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happyorganized.me\/?p=225"},"modified":"2026-06-29T19:03:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T01:03:09","slug":"how-to-set-up-a-small-home-office","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happyorganized.me\/?p=225","title":{"rendered":"How to set up a small home office\u2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With so many of us working from home these days, a home office and\/or desk is a must. The trick is keeping household office needs such as bills, and todo lists separate from work office needs. (That can be so much more then you might imagine). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Setting up a home office can really set you back financially, be sure to sit down and work up a budget. Read \u201cTrack your debt and budget<\/a><\/strong>\u201d, Need help with budgeting go to the link below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

http:\/\/boringmomstuff.com\/2022\/03\/10\/track-your-debt-and-budget\/<\/a><\/strong>http:\/\/boringmomstuff<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

there are great simple budget friendly forms available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/BoringMomStuff\/listing\/1180226672\/monthly-budget-tracker?utm_source=Copy&utm_medium=ListingManager&utm_campaign=Share&utm_term=so.lmsm&share_time=1646937403744<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to have the right equipment in your office for it to function properly. Desk organizers come in various sizes and shapes. They are used to organize what you need to get your job done. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A comfortable, and supportive chair is a must. Good lighting is an absolute must. You will need both overhead lighting, and a good adjustable desktop lamp. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adding a natural element to the space like a plant will help the space feel a little more relaxed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to organize your home office desk, to do everything you need it to do and so much more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step one: Empty everything from the surface of the desk and each drawer. Wipe everything out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step two: Sort and group belongings into categories. Such as\u2026 writing (pens, pencils, and markers) then sub categories, divided by color or type ie: permanent and dry erase. (If you have an abundance of supplies, bag up the extras and take them to a local school. They are always in need of supplies).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With so many of us working from home these days, a home office and\/or desk is a must. The trick is keeping household office needs such as bills, and todo lists separate from work office needs. (That can be so much more then you might imagine). 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