How to Set Up Your Command Center
What is a Command Center?
A Command Center is a space in your home that serves as a central space to keep schedules, keys, purses, backpacks, incoming papers, and/or important information.
Why do we need a command center?
Having a space that houses the “important” information/materials saves us TIME which means less stress!
What are the key elements to a functional command center?
Calendar-paper or white board (Cozi is a favorite family calendar App)
Place for incoming and outgoing papers, mail/shredder is great here too.
Designated space for personal paperwork. This might be a file, drawer, basket.
Place for notes/invitations-HINT-put invitation information into calendar app. Once the gift is bought, you can toss the invitation.
Magnet board/white board/bulletin board. We found this one that can be both!
Place for keys, sunglasses, purse, wallet and anything else needing to go out the door with you in the am.
Pens, pencil, stamps, calculator or any supplies needed to make this space function best.
Where should it be?
Hint: Notice where you set things down when you walk in the door. It should be located near that space (kitchen, laundry, inside a cabinet, entryway table).
Show us your Command Centers! We want to see!
We would love to see pictures of your command centers. Use the hashtag #chaosorganizing when you post the picture.
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