Get Organized: 10 Universal Laws
The Law of the 1st StepA good first step in getting organized is to 3-pile everything:pile one is for those things to throw away, pile 2 is for those things that need immediate action, pile 3 is for those things that can be taken care of later, or filed, or... Read More
Introducing the Power Hour Concept to Plough Through Mountainous Tasks
Have you ever been totally overwhelmed by a massive task confronting you? Ever felt daunted by the thought of even making a start on such a massive quest? I thought so. Read on...Recently I suffered a serious injury. I won't bore you with the details other than to say that... Read More
Overwhelmed? Try the Red Zone Tactic
Some people seem to be born organized. You probably remember them from school: the ones who always had well-organized pencil cases equipped with erasers, sharpeners, pens, scissors and glue-sticks (probably in duplicate). Their hair was always neatly done; their clothes ironed and bearing a full complement of buttons.Grown up and... Read More
The Most Frequently Asked Questions about Organizing Your Kids Rooms
1. In terms of organization, what is the first thing a parent should do before decorating a kid's room?Get rid of the clutter! Because we are such a materialistic, marketing, socializing-driven society, kids are bombarded and often overwhelmed with "stuff" ? much of which they don't even like and will... Read More
The Balance of Balance
Life is about maintaining a balance of all aspects. At times some areas might receive more focus than others, but remember we're always undergoing constant change. It takes 3 weeks to develop a habit, so develop these habits with balance in your life, you won't regret it.You should have a... Read More
Does Your Storage Make Sense?
What do your storage spaces look like? Do you know exactly where to go when you are looking for something? Is your system logical? Designing a meaningful storage space requires a lot more than just putting stuff in a closet, drawer, or cabinet. You need STRUCTURE -- some proven guidelines... Read More
How Much Is Your Time Worth?
Does Your Present Internet Filing System Work?Do You Really Know for Sure How Much You Earned? Do You Really Know for Sure or Just "Think So"? Do You Really Know for Sure Which Ads Work? Do You Really Know for Sure Where your URL's Are? Do You Really Know for... Read More
Create A Working Mail Center
I talk about the mail a lot in my newsletter, Organewz, and to my clients. I write about it again because I have seen so many people still without one place for their mail. The worst part is the anxiety that goes along with not knowing where a bill or... Read More
Files vs Piles
I recently read an article that had some interesting but not surprising statistics. Harte-Hanks published a survey in December, 2001 which reported that 96% of businesspeople interviewed were frustrated by their companies' information management. It's no wonder. An IDC white paper published in August, 2001 told us employees can spend... Read More
10 Minute Tricks to Help You Get Organized
Whoever thought you'd be able to get organized in just 10 minutes?! Here are a few simple ideas.1. 10 MINUTE CHORE BOX:Rather than spending hours organizing, and doing it all yourself, create a 10 minute Chore Box for yourself--and one for each family member, if applicable.Each person's box would contain... Read More
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Overwhelmed? Try the Red Zone Tactic
Some people seem to be born organized. You probably remember... Read More
Improve Your Workplace to Make Your Life Better
What does "quality of life" mean to you? If you... Read More
Getting Organized - Getting Fit
In a speech entitled "Organized Living in a Disorganized World"... Read More
How to Prevent Piles of Paper!
If you have piles of paper all over your desk,... Read More
Until We Go Paperless
From time to time I hear this question from an... Read More
Tossing and Turning
"The real question is, why do you want it? What... Read More
Clutter-Clearing and Your Authentic Self
Have you ever felt so discouraged, your life so out-of-control,... Read More
Balance- What Does It Really Mean?
Balance- what a popular topic these days! Finding a work-life... Read More
Getting Organized For The New Year - Part 1
The following procedures will insure an organized and well run... Read More
Taking Care of You: De-Clutter
De-Cluttering our lives can be an extremely liberating exercise. There... Read More
How Much Is Your Time Worth?
Does Your Present Internet Filing System Work?Do You Really Know... Read More
Get Organised Before Its Too Late
Last year I attended a presentation from Parenting Expert and... Read More
Simple Ideas to Conquer Paper Clutter
Are stacks of papers, mail, newspapers, and growing "to do"... Read More
Words That Inspire - SIMPLIFY
What do you gain if you SIMPLIFY?Dictionary* says:to reduce to... Read More
The Organized Move: Packing Made Simple
(This is the second in a series of three articles... Read More
Life Lessons - Get What You Want; A Lesson from a Green Sea Turtle!
Sometimes major life lessons come from the most unlikely of... Read More
Organized Living-Secrets About Your Lifes Hidden Power Revealed
An organized living lifestyle can cause you to weed out... Read More
10 Tips on Color Coding Your Paper: From Chaos to Coherence
Color-There Is No SubstituteIn anatomical illustrations you see the brain's... Read More
Digging out of Paper Clutter - part 2
We previously noted that papers must be sorted before they... Read More
Spring Clean Your Life
Spring is here and its time to sweep away the... Read More
Addiction to Clutter
Clutter is a big problem for many people. At a... Read More
Can You Make a ?Torpedo? Out of Personal Junk? How to Optimize What You Have
"Junkyard Wars," a TV series showed two teams of experts... Read More
Sticking to Your New Years Resolutions: Ten Tips for a More Organized Life
1. A calendar is an essential organizing tool ? start... Read More
8 Signs Your Home is Out of Control -- and What to Do About It
It happens without warning. One day you notice your home... Read More
Clutter Crisis?
Clutter costs you time, money, space, and peace of mind.... Read More
Getting Things Done: A Guide To Next-Action Lists
Getting Things Done (GTD), is a productivity methodology designed by... Read More
Organizing Your Day
One of the hardest things for most individuals working from... Read More
Four Easy Steps to An Organized Closet
The National Association of Professional Organizers has dedicated January to... Read More
Your Organizing DNA
Do you like storing your papers on top of your... Read More
Effective Closet Cleaning Tips - Let Go of More Than Skeletons
I know I have a problem when I have to... Read More
Clutter & Creativity
Take a look around you right now. Look away from... Read More
Clutter Is Natural
Nature loves clutter. Just think of all the stuff that... Read More
Mental Clutter- Is It Taking Over Your Life?
Chances are, most of you have a lot you need... Read More
Get Organized: 10 Universal Laws
The Law of the 1st StepA good first step in... Read More
10 Common Roadblocks to Getting Organized
1. All or nothing thinking/taking on too much." I'm going... Read More
Too Many Unfinished Projects? 7 Time Management Strategies to Move Stalled Projects to Finish Line
Q. I have several projects going at once -- but... Read More
Spring Cleaning: Mission Garage Organization
Spring is here and the garage door is open. This... Read More
Simple Ideas to Conquer Paper Clutter
Are stacks of papers, mail, newspapers, and growing "to do"... Read More
Clutter Control
Remember when you charged into the office that first day,... Read More
Tossing and Turning
"The real question is, why do you want it? What... Read More
Thinking Outside the Box
Much of my time as a Professional Organizer is spent... Read More
Saving Memories Without Losing Your Mind
The summer is flying by for Cindy and her family.... Read More
Quick Organizing Tips From Assistance For You
Keeping on task and getting organized starts with a basic... Read More
Life Lessons - Get What You Want; A Lesson from a Green Sea Turtle!
Sometimes major life lessons come from the most unlikely of... Read More
It?s Spring Cleaning Time? Let?s Make Room For Abundance!
I gathered some things you can do this spring while... Read More
How Can I Deal With It All?
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Have a to-do list a mile... Read More
Without a Plan, You?re Doomed to Failure
"My job is an endless series of deadlines, I am... Read More
Control Your Childrens Clutter!!
Ever feel overwhelmed by all the papers, notices, artwork, and... Read More
Overcoming E-mail Overload Using Microsoft Outlook
Do you feel like you just get too much e-mail?... Read More
The Most Frequently Asked Questions about Organizing Your Kids Rooms
1. In terms of organization, what is the first thing... Read More
Choose Spice Racks That Help You Organize Your Home
Today you have almost as many choices of spice racks... Read More
After the Clutter: 5 Steps to a New Daily Routine
I've noticed that in the two years since the major... Read More
8 Signs Your Home is Out of Control -- and What to Do About It
It happens without warning. One day you notice your home... Read More
10 Minute Tricks to Help You Get Organized
Whoever thought you'd be able to get organized in just... Read More
Organizing - Time is of the Essence!
What does "time" have to do with getting organized? Everything!... Read More
Managing Mealtime Madness
It is 5:00 pm and Cindy has no idea what... Read More
Time for a Clean Out
Time has flown. It's been six months since you came... Read More
Organizing Solutions for the Disorganized Entrepreneur
After more than 20 years as an entrepreneur and a... Read More
To Make a Change -- Take a Chance
Life is really all about CHANGE. In order to make... Read More
Heres A Great Way To Organize Your Work From Home Office Virtually
How to do keep track of all you have to... Read More
Breathing Life Into Dead Spaces
"I don't have enough room!" -- this is a common... Read More
Clutter is Postponed Decisions?
Do you ever sit down at your desk buried in... Read More
Daily Systems Keep You Organized
Ever wonder how they do it? How a short-order cook... Read More
Get Organised and Transform Your Life
It takes effort to get results, and not just any... Read More
Effective Closet Cleaning Tips - Let Go of More Than Skeletons
I know I have a problem when I have to... Read More
Clutter Campaign - Select Your Tools
Have nothing in your houses that you do not know... Read More
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