TechMails: Start your year with a clear entryway

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Start your year with a clear entryway

Your entryway carries a lot on its shoulders. It greets you when you arrive home and sees you off as you head out the door. Shoes, backpacks, keys, mail, outerwear — your Drop Zone catches everything life tosses at it.

That makes it one of the most powerful places to start your organizational reset for 2026. A refreshed entryway doesn't just look tidy; it creates a sense of ease, helps mornings flow smoothly, and sets a calmer tone for every transition in and out of your home.

With just a few small steps, your Drop Zone can go from a chaotic pile zone to a beautiful, functional landing pad.

BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY

NEAT Tip: Begin with a quick edit

Your Drop Zone can be a magnet for things that don't really belong there, so start by gathering everything and giving it a fast sort-through. A few minutes of clearing out mail, stray items, or last season's gear makes the whole area feel lighter — and primes the space for a reset that actually lasts.

A drop zone that supports your
2026 intentions

The NEAT Method Journal is bursting at the seams with all the expert tips and project inspiration you need to kick 2026 off with fireworks. And so that you don't have to go searching, we've gathered all our favorite entries into one easy-to-use space.