EPISODE · Jun 9, 2026 · 23 MIN
172 | Stop Searching for Files - Create a Naming System That Works
from The Organized Coach - Productivity, Business Systems, Time Management, ADHD, Routines, Life Coach, Entrepreneur · host Tracy Hoth | Certified Life Coach, Professional Organizer, Systems Specialist
All links mentioned in the post can be found here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/172 Download Tracy's Free File Naming Formula Cheat Sheet: https://simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc Are you tired of wasting time searching for files on your computer? You know the feeling. You're looking for a document you know exists, but all you can find are files named "Final," "Final Final," or "New Document." Before you know it, you've spent ten minutes clicking through folders and opening files trying to find the right one. The problem isn't your memory. It's your file names. In this episode, Tracy shares the simple file naming convention she uses and teaches her clients to help them find files faster, reduce duplicate documents, improve team collaboration, and create a more organized business. You'll learn why your computer search is only as good as your file names, when to use dates, how to track versions, and the five rules every Organized CEO should follow. If you're ready to spend less time searching and more time doing meaningful work, this episode is for you. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why file naming conventions matter more than most people realize How poor file names create wasted time and frustration The mindset shift from organizing for today to organizing for future you Tracy's simple file naming formula When to use dates in file names and when to skip them Why version numbers are better than using "Final Final FINAL" How consistent file names help your team find what they need Five rules for creating a file naming convention that actually works A simple challenge to help you start improving your file organization today
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All links mentioned in the post can be found here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/172 Download Tracy's Free File Naming Formula Cheat Sheet:https://simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc Are you tired of wasting time searching for files on your computer? You know the feeling. You're looking for a document you know exists, but all you can find are files named "Final," "Final Final," or "New Document." Before you know it, you've spent ten minutes clicking through folders and opening files trying to find the right one. The problem isn't your memory. It's your file names. In this episode, Tracy shares the simple file naming convention she uses and teaches her clients to help them find files faster, reduce duplicate documents, improve team collaboration, and create a more organized business. You'll learn why your computer search is only as good as your file names, when to use dates, how to track versions, and the five rules every Organized CEO should follow. If you're ready to spend less time searching and more time doing meaningful work, this episode is for you. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why file naming conventions matter more than most people realize How poor file names create wasted time and frustration The mindset shift from organizing for today to organizing for future you Tracy's simple file naming formula When to use dates in file names and when to skip them Why version numbers are better than using "Final Final FINAL" How consistent file names help your team find what they need Five rules for creating a file naming convention that actually works A simple challenge to help you start improving your file organization today
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