The Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist
Spring is in the air, and so is...the dust!
Here's the ultimate spring cleaning list for the busy entrepreneur to get everything checked off and you can get back to work feeling clean and refreshed for the season.
Home
Declutter all rooms, sorting items into keep, donate, and throw-away piles
Dust all surfaces
Vacuum or sweep and mop all floors
Wash windows
Flip or rotate mattresses
Clean and vacuum upholstered furniture
Disinfect frequently touched surfaces such as doorknobs, light switches, and remote controls
Clean and disinfect appliances, including the oven, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher
Organize the pantry, fridge, and freezer
Wash and sanitize reusable grocery bags
Clean and organize cabinets and drawers
Wash shower curtains and bath mats
Replace or clean shower curtain liners
Check and replace any old or expired toiletries and medications
Clean and disinfect toothbrush holders and soap dishes
Wash and disinfect bathroom rugs
Rotate seasonal clothing
Computer
Review your files and folders, deleting any unnecessary or outdated ones
Organize remaining files into logical folders for easy access
Consider using a naming convention to help you quickly find files
Clean up your desktop by removing any files or shortcuts you no longer need
Empty the Recycle Bin or Trash to permanently delete files
Delete temporary files and caches that accumulate over time. You can use built-in tools or third-party software for this purpose
Ensure important files are backed up to an external hard drive, cloud storage, or another secure location
Sort through your email inbox and archive or delete old messages
Unsubscribe from newsletters or mailing lists you no longer wish to receive
Organize emails into folders and use filters to manage incoming messages more efficiently
Organize shortcuts on your desktop and remove any unused ones
Customize your taskbar by removing unnecessary icons and rearranging them for easier access
Use a tech wipe to clean the computer surfaces and keyboard
Phone
Clean out any apps you don't need or use
Clear cache and unnecessary data from apps to free up storage space
Arrange apps on your home screen and in the app drawer into folders or categories for easier access
Remove any unnecessary widgets or shortcuts from your home screen
Backup your photos and videos to cloud storage or transfer them to your computer to free up space on your device
Delete old text messages, multimedia messages, and emails to free up space in your messaging and email apps
Archive important messages or emails if needed
Review your contacts list
Create albums or folders to organize your photos and videos.
Delete blurry or unnecessary photos and videos
Use a tech wipe to clean the screen and body of your phone
Office
Clear off your desk completely.
Wipe down your desk, keyboard, mouse, and monitor with disinfectant wipes
Organize desk supplies such as pens, pencils, staplers, and paper clips
Clean out desk drawers, removing clutter and organizing contents
Consider investing in desk organizers or trays to keep items neat and accessible.
Archive or shred old documents
Label file folders and cabinets for easy access
Consider digitizing important documents
Dust bookshelves and wipe down storage bins or containers
Take inventory of office supplies such as paper, ink cartridges, and envelopes
Dispose of dried-up pens, markers, and other unusable items
Restock supplies as needed and organize them in designated areas
Car
Spin through the cash wash to get the outside shiny
Remove all trash and clutter from the interior of the car, including the glove compartment and door pockets.
Vacuum the floors, seats, and upholstery
Wipe down all surfaces
Check your supplies (first aid kit, safety items, makeup bags, etc)
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