How To Return to Analogue

As a Sole Trader, you may be using apps and digital tools to organise your entire business as a means to streamline processes and save time. This could mean that the majority of your records are stored online, screen-time is maximised and you are missing out on the benefits of working in analogue

Diaries come in so many shapes and sizes with diffferent layouts for planning, scheduling and note-taking

Spend time searching for a diary that meets your exact requirements

WALL CALENDAR

A calendar on the wall or on a desk is an immediate visual reminder of forthcoming events and reminders

Choose a theme and format that works for you and brightens your day

Writing improves mental clarity, reduced stress, and enhances communication and memory

Aim to use a journal or notebook everyday to improve your writing skills

Recycled paper is suitable for high quality projects and copying with waste paper used for note-taking

Modern recycled paper provides excellent quality for business purposes

Folders made with durable card are a colourful way to store and organise different documents and projects

Colour-coded folders are easy to store and quick to find when needed

Dividers help you to organise paperwork alphabetically, numerically, chronologically or otherwise

Label each file and section so that you can store and find things quickly

Cards can be blank, ruled, grid, dot grid or pre-printed such as TO DO lists and come in white and different colours

Having tactile access to ideas and notes is good for creative flow

A good filing system stores only what might be needed in the future with referencing to ensure you can find it

Allocate space for documents that have to be saved in hard copy format

Create aesthetic appeal, utilise vertical space, create a focal points and display collections for access and browsing

Books on shelves are practical, pleasing to the eye and invite interest

Low-pressure writing in ink reduces hand fatigue and improves handwriting with flowing strokes

Encourage creativity and select the best nib for your writing style

A popular alternative to traditional wooden pencils for precision, convenience and durability

Choose pencil leads for hardness (H), general use (HB) or softness (B)

Colored pencils can be used to highlight notes or fo doodling which is calming and can help to reduce stress

Colouring provides an outlet for imagination and self-expression

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