Our children are probably the biggest clutter creators we have in our homes -- even more so than the dreaded paper flow. It starts out innocently, when we find out we are expecting; then the purchasing frenzy swings into high gear and does not let up until, well, let's just... Read More
Laundry. You sort, you wash, you fold, you blink ? and the pile of dirty clothes has grown all over again. Laundry is a fact of life, but approaching the task in an organized way can make it more manageable. Preparation is Half the Battle If you have a... Read More
What do you do with those special items that have been passed down to you? Put them in the hall closet and hope the door will shut? Probably not a good choice for several reasons. First, you are unnecessarily creating clutter; second, if the item is very old and unstable,... Read More
The National Association of Professional Organizers has dedicated January to clean out those closets, but don't wait for January -- now is the time. Exciting this task is not, but by devoting a couple of afternoons this month you can reduce unnecessary search time and you may even find some... Read More
(This is the third in a series of three articles on "The Organized Move") The moving truck is pulling in the driveway of your new home and soon you will be surrounded by all your stuff. You have dreamed about the additional space...you have agonized over paint and furniture choices...and... Read More
3-Step Clean Sweep Program 1 - Purge2 - Simplify3 - Organize Getting Started Springtime is when many folks give their homes and offices a good cleaning. For every thing there is a season, and this is the season to get rid of the winter cobwebs. The... Read More
The following procedures will insure an organized and well run office. 1. Have a daily To Do sheet. This is made up at the end of the day. You might have items left over from the previous day, put those items first and work from there. If you make deposits... Read More
In part 1, we discussed a system you could use to organize your office. In this article we will discuss what material is needed to implement that system. You will need the following items for your office system. Calendar/Daily Planner; Accordion File (1-31); Manila Files with the Months of... Read More
I recently had a conversation with a friend about clutter. She shared that at times there was so much clutter around her home that she simply concluded her home was in a stage that she referred to as CHAOS or Can't Have Anyone Over Soon. We talked further and what... Read More
One of the hardest things for most individuals working from home is to stay focused. One of the best ways to stay focused is organization. In addition, being organized will help your time management skills. The two are very much intertwined. Planning out your day is very important. What... Read More
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There are 3 kinds of clutter: Inner (between our ears);... Read More
It wasn't long ago that you spent an entire weekend... Read More
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You can get a pretty good idea of the benefits... Read More
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Paper1. You may already be in the habit of filing... Read More
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Hasn't time flown? Already we're into the last quarter of... Read More
Every day I find junk mail waiting for me, whether... Read More
What's in a Name?Everything.What do you do with all the... Read More
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1. All or nothing thinking/taking on too much." I'm going... Read More
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? Are you embarrassed when you walk into your home... Read More
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Take time to declutter this summer...Writing can certainly consume the... Read More
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I've noticed that in the two years since the major... Read More
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Helping people clean out their closet is something I love... Read More
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When I tell people what a FREEING experience moving is,... Read More
Staying organized can be a constant battle. The following organizing... Read More
"My job is an endless series of deadlines, I am... Read More
Have you ever felt so discouraged, your life so out-of-control,... Read More
If you look at any major organisation, there is this... Read More
Some people seem to be born organized. You probably remember... Read More
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What does "quality of life" mean to you? If you... Read More
I followed my boss to a co-worker's cubicle where my... Read More
Take a look around you right now. Look away from... Read More
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Much of my time as a Professional Organizer is spent... Read More
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