Going paperless got you overwhelmed? Do you wish you could digitize your current paper clutter? This episode will walk you through organizing and decluttering digital files and setting up a digital filing system. Links in this episode: Digital Photo Declutter Paper Clutter Rescue Episode 172: Decluttering Email Episode 175: Decluttering Digital Photos Follow Deanna Yates on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wannabeclutterfree/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wannabeclutterfree/ Website: https://wannabeclutterfree.com Podcast: https://wannabeclutterfree.com/podcast Join the Wannabe Minimalist Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wannabeminimalist Discover my favorite resources here In this episode of the 'Wannabe Clutter-Free' podcast, host Deanna Yates continues the series on clearing digital clutter. After previously covering email decluttering (ep 172) and organizing digital photos (ep 175), this episode focuses on decluttering and organizing digital files. Deanna discusses the importance of going paperless, addresses common fears about digitization and provides tips for setting up a digital filing system. She also highlights the benefits of a paperless lifestyle for mental well-being and the environment. This episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast will help you discover: A roadmap for how to digitize your paper files What paperless means and what it doesn't Why going paperless is actually more secure than paper The tools you need to make digitizing your paper easier Tips for naming your files for easier access later 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:10 Recap of Previous Episodes 00:57 Transition to Today's Topic: Decluttering Your Files 02:25 Call to Action: Sharing the Show 03:33 Benefits of Going Paperless 04:23 Environmental Impact of Going Paperless 05:14 Convenience and Accessibility of Digital Records 19:42 Setting Up Your Digital Filing System 30:38 Importance of Consistent Naming Conventions 35:19 Conclusion and Preview of Next Episode ****************** Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com ****************** Subscribe & Review Are you subscribed to the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. And if you enjoyed today’s episode, it would make my day if you left me a rating and review. You can leave a review on Apple Podcasts, a comment on Spotify Podcasts or Goodpods, or connect on guest video interviews on YouTube. Your review helps other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to read. Let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices