Clean the clutter first.

Remove the clutter from all horizontal places like floors and coffee tables before you do anything else. Make sure you carry around a basket to put the clutter into.

Clean from top to bottom.

Start with the ceiling and work your way down. If you start cleaning the ceiling and the ceiling fans all the dust will fall to the floor. (Somewhere that hasn't been cleaned yet.) Remember to shake the dust out of your curtains and dust all the other surfaces. Make sure you clean your floors and carpets last.

Clean from side to side.

Move everything on your shelves and cabinets to the right side to clean the left side, and then do the other side the same way. This will save you time because you won't have to take everything off the shelves to clean them.

Let the cleaners work for you.

Spray on your cleaner and then wait a couple of minutes. Don't waste this time, you can be doing something else. Like if you are cleaning the shove spray on the spray and then do a load of dishes or clean the countertops.

Save energy (your energy).

Make sure you have all your supplies with you. Carry them all in a bucket or a caddy so you can easily take them from room to room.

Don't get distracted.

Focusing on a task gives you the momentum to keep going. Pick something to clean and keep at it until its done. If the phone rings let the voice mail pick it up. That's what answering machines are for.

Don't be afraid of shortcuts.

Look for ways that will help you save time. Things like letting your dishes air-dry or use a duvet with a cover instead of a top sheet and comforter on your bed. If you like everything perfect consider lowering your standards so you can give yourself some more free time.

Dont' make more work for yourself.

If you only need to spot clean your wall spot clean it instead of having to clean the whole wall! If your clothes aren't dirty after you wear them once go ahead and wear them again, to help cut down on laundry.

Have a cleaning routine.

When you incorporate cleaning into your routine it becomes second nature. You will soon feel where you aren't even thinking of what you are doing you just do it.

Clean up messes right away.

It is way easier to clean when it's wet instead of dry. This goes for all spills; in your kitchen, your oven or on your clothes.

Notice where there is extra garbage.

Out garbage cans where you have garbage: bathrooms, livingroom, bedrooms, your office and any where else you may notice.

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