Our first strategy is the Zone System. This is a simple but incredibly effective technique where you group items based on how and where they are used. The goal is to create designated "zones" for specific activities, so everything you need for a task is right there when you need it.

Think of it this way: when your spices are next to the stove, your coffee pods are next to the coffee maker, and your work supplies are at your desk, you eliminate the mental and physical friction of finding what you need. This gives you a taste of success and makes you excited to continue.

Here are a few strong examples of a perfect "Zone System" target:

• Your kitchen: The "cooking zone" near the stove, the "coffee zone" near the maker, and the "baking zone" near your mixing bowls.

• Your bathroom vanity: A "skincare zone" for your daily routine, a "makeup zone," and a "hair care zone."

• Your entryway: A "command center" with a key hook, a mail sorter, and a place to put your sunglasses.

Choose one of these, and just start grouping items. You'll be amazed at the difference it makes!

The second key habit for this week is Accessibility. This strategy is all about making sure your most-used items are the easiest to reach. It prevents you from wasting time searching for things and ensures your organized space is effortless to maintain.

The rule is simple: when you have a well-zoned space, the most-used items should be the easiest to access (e.g., on the kitchen counter or eye-level shelf), while less-used items can be stored further away.

By practicing Accessibility, you'll feel more in control of your space and your time. It’s the perfect complement to the Zone System.

Here are a few strong examples of a perfect Accessibility target:

In Your Home:

• Coffee & Tea Zone: All coffee pods, tea bags, mugs, sugar, and stirrers are stored together on a small tray or in a cabinet right above or next to the coffee maker.

• Charging Station Zone: A single area, like a specific drawer or a small box on a counter, where all phones, tablets, smartwatches, and their charging cords are stored.

• Packing Zone: A dedicated drawer or shelf for travel essentials like luggage tags, packing cubes, and small toiletry bottles.

• Kids' Homework Zone: A caddy or box that holds pencils, erasers, sharpeners, and rulers, which can be easily moved to the dining table or desk.

In a Workspace (Desk/Home Office):

• Communication Zone: Your phone, headphones, and notebook for quick calls and notes are all in a designated spot on your desk.

• Filing Zone: All incoming documents, bills, and papers are stored in a single inbox tray before being filed away.

• Supply Zone: A desk drawer or a small container on your desk holds all your pens, paper clips, sticky notes, and other office supplies.

• Digital Zone: All your most-used apps are grouped into folders (e.g., "Productivity," "Finance") on your phone's home screen, and your computer desktop has designated folders for current projects versus archived files.