What’s in an Organizer’s Tool Box?

By Allison Carter, CPO®

Going into jobs with the right supplies can really make the job easier and it will go faster.

Imagine trying to make a cake without a big mixing bowl. You could probably make do, but the right tools make every job easier.
Here is a long list of tools that organizers like to carry.
Every organizer is going to operate a little differently from the next, so you might not need them all.
We welcome you to comment with your favorite tools of the trade.

General Organizing

Post-it notes - extra sticky, various sizes
Sharpies - thick and thin
masking tape
folding boxes, laundry baskets, something to sort into
tape measure - sturdy - 25 feet
scissors
rubber bands
little zip lock baggies to catch small items
garment rack (portable) for closet organizing
catalogs - to show your favorite products
resource list - useful services
label maker
extra label tape
extra batteries or charger
gloves (for dusty or dirty spaces)
face mask (for dusty or dirty spaces)
hand sanitizer / wet wipes
allergy medication - in case they act up
tool kit - sometimes you just need to find a screwdriver
level for hanging things
apron with pockets

Home Office

extra hanging files
extra manila folders
extra plastic tabs
Post-it tabs
notebooks
page protectors
mini stapler

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