Are You Still Saving Files to Your Desktop? Let’s Talk.
Let me guess…
You save everything to your desktop.
Your computer background hasn’t been visible since 2019.
You’ve got screenshots, Canva exports, 17 “Untitled” Word docs, and maybe even a random PDF titled “tax_important_final_final2.pdf.”
It’s okay. This is a safe space.
But friend, we need to talk about your file organization system. Or… lack thereof.
Why It’s a Problem (Even If It Works for Now)
Saving everything to your desktop feels convenient, until it’s not.
Can’t find that one client’s file?
Spent 10 minutes digging through icons that all look the same?
Needed to share a file on your phone and realized it’s stuck on your laptop desktop?
Yep. Been there.
When you’re running a business, your digital workspace is just as important as your physical one. And if it’s cluttered and chaotic, it’s costing you time, energy, and honestly, a little bit of your sanity.
A Better Way: Cloud Storage + Smart Folder Systems
Imagine this:
You open your laptop.
Your desktop is clear.
You know exactly where to find every asset, whether it’s client docs, SOPs, marketing graphics, or last quarter’s financials.
And bonus, everything syncs to your phone, so you’re never tethered to one device.
Welcome to the magic of Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive, paired with a simple, repeatable folder system.
No more duplicate files. No more panic. No more digital junk drawer.
Here’s What I Recommend to Clients:
Create a clean folder structure by service, client, or project
Use naming conventions that make sense to you (and anyone on your team)
Store everything in the cloud so it’s always backed up and shareable
Only save temporary files to your desktop, and clean it off weekly (yes, like laundry)
Bonus: Onboarding Team Members Gets So Much Easier
When your files are organized and stored properly, bringing in a VA, OBM (like me), or contractor is seamless. You can grant access to exactly what they need, and nothing they don’t, without digging through piles of icons like it’s 2004.
TL;DR: You Deserve Better Than Desktop Chaos
Let your desktop be a place for work, not a graveyard of downloads.
If you’re ready to get your digital life in order, or want someone to set it up for you, that’s exactly what I help clients do.
Let’s make your business systems cleaner, faster, and more efficient.
No more desktop clutter. Promise.
