Almost every home has the kitchen drawer cluttered with miscellaneous items; the filing cabinet stuffed to overflowing with important papers; the closet door that barely closes. Finding the one thing you need can take hours. In fact, a survey by IKEA reported that only 11 percent of Americans know where their Social Security cards are.

For people who don’t know where to begin, The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Getting Organized, Fast-Track helps readers take the first steps toward a more organized and efficient life. In this book readers get:

--The principles behind effective organizing that can be applied to any situation in the home or office

--A plan for clearing paper clutter and putting important documents where they can be found

--Commonsense thoughts on prioritizing and letting go of objects that are no longer useful

--A system for categorizing possessions that does not require people to buy more stuff to organize the stuff they already have

--Tips for tackling disorganization hot spots, including home offices or dens, kitchens, closets, master bedrooms, garages, attics, and basement areas

--Advice for staying ahead of messy family members or coworkers who can undo a person’s hard work in an instant

The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Getting Organized, Fast-Track has a quick and practical approach to assist people who need succinct help now.