Your home office should be a productivity haven, not a black hole of clutter. But let’s be real—between outdated tech, mystery cables, and that broken stapler you swore you’d fix, your workspace might be working against you. Professional organizers agree: less mess equals more success. So, grab a trash bag (and maybe a LOLA® cleaning product or two), because it’s time to declutter like a boss!
1. Dead Pens & Dried-Out Markers
That cup full of inkless soldiers? Yeah, they’re not reviving themselves. Test them, toss the duds, and restock only what you actually use. A tidy desk = a clear mind.
2. Junk Mail & Old Paperwork
That pile of unopened mail? If it’s not relevant, it’s clutter. Shred anything with sensitive info and recycle the rest. A Lola Rola Sticky Mop® can help you pick up stray paper bits and dust when you're done.
3. Expired Sticky Notes & Scribbled Notebooks
You don’t need last year’s to-do lists haunting your desk. If you’re not using it, lose it! Want to keep notes organized? Go digital and free up that desk space.
4. Tangled Mystery Cables
If you don’t know what it belongs to, it’s time to let it go. Keep only the essentials and use cable organizers to prevent another spaghetti-wired nightmare.
5. Outdated Tech Gadgets
That old cell phone from 2010? It’s just taking up space. Recycle broken or obsolete gadgets properly. And while you’re at it, give your desk a wipe-down with Jumbo Microfiber Cleaning Cloth to remove dust and smudges.
6. That One Coffee Mug Too Many
Be honest—do you need ten coffee mugs within arm’s reach? Keep your favorite one (or two) and donate the rest.
7. Broken Office Supplies
Staplers that don’t staple, tape dispensers with no tape, highlighters that don’t highlight—if it’s broken, it’s useless. Toss it and replace only if needed.
8. Random Business Cards & Flyers
If you haven’t reached out to that contact in years, you’re probably not going to. Scan important info into your phone and recycle the physical clutter.
9. Dusty Décor & Desk Accessories
That inspirational quote sign that just collects dust? It’s gotta go. Stick to a few meaningful pieces and keep them clean with a Swiffer 360 Duster Comparable Starter Kit for an organized, dust-free space.
10. Outdated Planners & Calendars
Old planners don’t need to take up precious space. If you’re keeping them for sentimental reasons, digitize the important pages and let the rest go.
Clean & Refresh Your Space
Now that you’ve decluttered, it’s time to give your workspace a fresh start. Lola Products—like our reusable cloths, mops, and scrubbers—make it easy to wipe down your desk, keyboard, and shelves. A clean workspace boosts focus and makes working from home way more enjoyable.
Decluttering your home office isn’t just about getting rid of junk—it’s about reclaiming your productivity. So, what are you throwing out first?
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