We all tend to accumulate more stuff than we need (a subject for another time!), but even among the items that we do need, there are different divisions. 

Whether you’re dealing with pots, papers, or pants, Clearly efficient offers you a simple way to divide your possessions into manageable categories so you can access and appreciate all your belongings when and where you need them. 

 First, there are the high traffic items, the things you use and access regularly – be it daily, weekly, or monthly.  These could be your favorite shoes, saucepan, or CDs.  We call this Level I:  Action.  On the second level are the things you need to keep on hand, even though you don’t use them too frequently, such as credit card bills, bathing suits, or an industrial mixer.  We call this Level II:  Reference.  (The items in these two categories tend to shift seasonally from more to less frequent use.)  Finally, there are the items you need to hold onto, but which you almost never need to access.  This is Level III:  Archive, and it consists of items such as old tax records or a wedding dress.  These items are precious and important and often require special modes of storage to preserve them in their proper condition.

Now that you have your possessions categorized according to frequency of use, you can assign them the right homes with the right accessibility. 

Everyone’s space and needs are different, but with these tips you can begin to manage your stuff and see your way clearly to a more efficient and productive lifestyle!