Read the statements on the left and right side of each row then circle or mark the number that most closely approximates your current state.
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I waste lots of time looking for papers I need. |
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I waste no time looking for papers I need. |
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I waste lots of time looking for information I know is on my computer. |
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I can find information in my computer in seconds. |
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I would be terrified if I were notified of an impending audit. |
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I would be totally calm if I were notified of an impending audit. |
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I do not have enough space in my office. |
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I have plenty of space in my office. |
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I do not have a good system for managing reading material. |
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I have a great system for managing reading material. |
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I do not have a systematic method for purging outdated papers. |
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I do have a systematic method for purging outdated papers. |
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It is very difficult for me to manage interruptions and prioritize my workload. |
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It is very easy for me to manage interruptions and prioritize my workload. |
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I do not use my time planner (calendar, Palm, etc.) effectively. |
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I do use my time planner (calendar, Palm, etc.) effectively. |
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I do not have a system for managing projects and work in progress. |
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I do have a system for managing projects and work in progress. |
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I am frequently overwhelmed by what I need or want to do. |
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I am never overwhelmed by what I need or want to do. |
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I waste time looking for phone numbers and other contact info. |
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I can find contact info I need in seconds. |
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I feel unproductive working in my office. |
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I feel highly productive working in my office. |
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I am not confident others can find what they need if I am not here. |
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I am confident others can find what they need if I am not here. |
14 |
My office does not reflect the quality of my work. |
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My office totally reflects the quality of my work. |
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My daily life does not reflect the quality of life I want. |
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My daily life totally reflects the quality of life I want. |
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Total each column here; add the numbers in this row for total score. |
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MY SCORE: __________ |
The one thing that would make the biggest difference in the quality of my life regarding organizing is ________________________________________________________________________________________.
If your score is: 135-150 Congratulations! You are well-organized!!
77-134 You are on the right track, but there is room for improvement.
47-76 Disaster could be ahead if changes are not made soon!
15-46 Get help immediately!
Send us this scorecard for a FREE consultation. Email: nicole@organizedvisions.com; fax: 516-977-2287
Your Name:__________________________________ Phone:___________________
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