Tickler file system ideas

I had never heard of a tickler file until my son introduced me to Getting Things Done by David Allen. Apparently the idea has been around a long time. But for me, the tickler file was a revelation and a godsend. I recommend tickler files to my ADHD and time-challenged clients with executive functioning issues.

Creating and maintaining an effective desktop filing system can maintain your personal affairs, business ventures, and project management.

Have you ever felt frustrated by piles of paper mounting up on your desk, your counters, or shoved in a work bag? Most of us can’t keep up with what is coming in each day. That’s why one of my first recommendations when I meet with client’s struggling with paper is to set up a […]

Here's how to create a tickler file, and why you might want to for use in your home, including examples of how it can keep you organized and from losing vital pieces of paper you need to reference later.

The tickler is how I remind myself of things in the future. Writeup is at askwebb.blogspot.com/2006/09/getting-things-done-part-4-t...

I feel like my past few posts have been a little heavy, and I have some heavy ones coming up, so I thought I'd give us all a break and share with you the little system that has completely transformed my home over the past few months! I guess you could say this is my first "How To" post. (The rest of the Change in Perspective Series is coming, don't worry! I haven't dropped the ball.) After I got adjusted to life with Leeland (that took a few months), I decided it was time to tackle the life…

annual household chore system tickler file

The tickler file is meant to tickle your memory with the things that need your attention. It can be quite useful, though it might just as easily become cumbersome – it all depends on you and your n…

I unfortunately stopped by 43folders.com and started reading stuff there. Ordered GTD but already set up tickler and reference folders (I probably have yet to discover why hanging files are bad).

DIY Tickler File: Organization for the Rest of Us {The Unlikely Homeschool}

I have found the Tickler file to be an immense stress buster. It’s a brilliant tool when it comes to forgetting about something I need to do someday later and then remembering about it just...

A quick and easy explanation of the tickler file system and how to use it to organize your tasks, events and commitments.

The Tickler File is an elegant way to manage nonactionable items that may need an action in the future.

I use modern technology a lot. Some digital tools make the writing life a whole lot easier, from word processing’s track changes to email and Dropbox and voice dictation and more. But I still cling to a few old-school tools that newer technologies haven’t replaced. Here are three I have found irreplaceably beneficial. The Bring-Up File An analog tool that has helped me make the most of my time and efforts: a “bring-up” file (sometimes called a tickler file). It’s a simple but genius system…

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Got piles? Are you afraid to put all your project papers away for fear you'll forget to do something? These tips will get your paperwork organized once and for all!

I love this organization system brought to us by our very own Dollar Store Diva! I am a woman of many interests; I am also a visual learner with a touch of ADD. The combination of these facts has created large amounts of stress for me during my 44 years

Have you heard about using a tickler file to organize your paperwork and thought "what is a tickler file?" and "how do I use a tickler file?" Find out here.