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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Laundry. You sort, you wash, you fold, you blink ?... Read More
Q. I have several projects going at once -- but... Read More
You start each week with great intentions. You are determined... Read More
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We hear it every day."Buy this product, and simplify your... Read More
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3-Step Clean Sweep Program 1 -... Read More
Have you ever wondered how some people seem to have... Read More
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It is 5:00 pm and Cindy has no idea what... Read More
I recently conducted a survey to look at the relationship... Read More
1. Divide big jobs into smaller jobs. Make a list... Read More
Life is really all about CHANGE. In order to make... Read More
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Dennis is working as a factory worker during the day... Read More
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1. A calendar is an essential organizing tool ? start... Read More
One of my mother-in-law's many oft-quoted and wise declarations was... Read More
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I'm sure most of you have heard of Zig Ziglar... Read More
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1. All or nothing thinking/taking on too much." I'm going... Read More
1. THE LOVE IT OR LOSE IT PRINCIPLE: Every item... Read More
Clutter is a big problem for many people. At a... Read More
For some reason, Americans think they have something to prove... Read More
Today you have almost as many choices of spice racks... Read More
Spring is such a refreshing time- we are filled with... Read More
To make room for new things to come into you... Read More
I recently conducted a survey to look at the relationship... Read More
It takes effort to get results, and not just any... Read More
Chances are, most of you have a lot you need... Read More
It may seem far-fetched, but by organizing your desk, your... Read More
Many people have a huge challenge coping with the incoming... Read More
When I tell people what a FREEING experience moving is,... Read More
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