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A Call To Action: Why Now Is the Most Exciting Time I’ve Seen in 30 Years of Business as an Organizing Consultant - by Barbara Hemphill- 11 Tips To Know Before Buying A Container - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Marilyn BohnContainers are the answer to a clutter free world. Well, that may be over simplifying it, but containers go a long way when you have an organizing dilemma. Do not go out and just start buying containers thinking then you will be organized. Containers can become clutter too. Here are eleven ...
Views: 767 - Reducing Clutter Makes Home Heaven - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Marilyn BohnMy daughter who works for the Peace Corps was visiting three of the countries in Africa which she is country desk for. (I have no idea what that is other than it is a lot of responsibility and work which she loves). She wrote: "being in Burkina is awesome! I feel so far away! I feel like I've ...
Views: 661 - 5 Great Ways To Use Spreadsheets And Stay Organized! - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2008 from Tracey LawtonDoes just the mention of the word 'spreadsheet' cause your mouth to go dry? Do you immediately think of sums, formulae, and figures? Well fear not any more -- I'm here to tell you that spreadsheets aren't just for sums! I'm going to share with you my favorite top five tips on how you can ...
Views: 1478 - Letting Go Of Our Stuff - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Maggie McCauleyWait! Don’t “give that away!” Do these words sound familiar? We’ve either said them or heard them from someone we know and love. It’s hard to let that old sweater go, even though we haven’t worn it in years. It used to be the “favorite” or it’s reminiscent of a happy time in our lives, or ...
Views: 1180 - What To Do When My Linen Closet Is Too Small - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2008 from Marilyn BohnI was with my rug hooking group the other day working on our rug projects and because my friends know I am a professional organizer they started asking me how to organize various problem spots in their homes. One dilemma for several of them in new homes was what to do with linens when the ...
Views: 1467 - Spring Cleaning - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2008 from Cathy BatesThe days are getting warmer and longer. Spring is here! As the light shines in the windows we begin to see all of the dirt and clutter that has built up over the winter. It’s that time of year again - Spring Cleaning Time! But where to begin! According to cleaning professionals, eliminating ...
Views: 1051 - 5 Tips For Helping Kids Clean Their Room - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Susan StewartPare down. Go through the things in your child's room and help them let go of things they have outgrown or no longer use. It can be overwhelming to find a pair of shorts from a drawer stuffed so full that it can barely close. Give things a home. Go through your child's toys and determine which ...
Views: 1129 - 10 Useful Tips on Preparing for Your First Newborn - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Jen BurmeisterWhen you’re a first-time parent, the urge to buy tons of cute, new stuff for your baby is overwhelming. There are so many cool gadgets, products, clothes and more for your little one … not to mention all the already-parents telling you what you absolutely have to have in order to ...
Views: 1127 - How To Keep Your Hard Floors Looking Great - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Jeanie WongA first glimpse of a beautifully kept hardwood floor can evoke feelings of richness, warmth, and natural beauty. Hardwood floors also offer the perfect combination of strength and beauty for any indoor environment, and many consumers may be surprised by the limitless choices that wood flooring ...
Views: 803 - Taking Back Your Garage - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Kathi BurnsWould you like to use your garage for its intended purpose? If you open the garage door and see a wall of clutter, don’t despair. A little elbow grease and organization can free your car from its exile on the driveway. We live in a world where more is - well, more. Our ...
Views: 1220 - How To Harness The Power Of Your To-Do List - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2008 from David ParedezA To-Do list is a list of tasks to do and complete in a given time period usually by the end of the day. Such a list is only that, a list of tasks and nothing more. If you are having trouble completing your list, you may be overlooking why you don’t complete it. A common mistake ...
Views: 1064 - Is Your Clutter Making You Sick - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Sara BereikaFeeling sick, stressed or fatigue may not be the result of your day. It may however be the result of the environment you are living in and working in. As a Professional Organizer, I always emphasize the importance of an uncluttered environment not solely for the joy of finding things when you ...
Views: 6651 - Managing You - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Sara BereikaWhen it comes to time management you may think that there are techniques, and gadgets that can help you focus better and get things done. The fact of the matter is time management has very little to do with time. It does however have a lot to do with self-awareness. The more you know yourself ...
Views: 1187 - Stop Procrastinating, Start Getting Things Done - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Michelle GabbeWriting thank-you notes can be one of those annoying chores you always put off. Imagine having to write more than 100 of them for wedding guests. The more you’re nagged to do it, the less motivated you feel. I rarely ask clients why they avoid doing something. Instead, I focus on how many ...
Views: 642 - How To Tackle Organizing The Garage - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Marilyn BohnGarages seem to become the dumping ground for everything we want out of our homes but can't part with so we stick it in the garage. Clutter can pile up until there is no longer room to even park the car. Here are some simple no cost solutions to clutter clearing the garage and keeping it that ...
Views: 724 - Inspired To Be Organized - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2008 from Christine RiceSometimes inspiration hits us when we least expect it. It happened much the same way for me, what seems like a life time ago. Despite the fact that I’ve made a career of being a professional organizer, I make no secret of the fact that I was not always an organized person. In fact, throughout ...
Views: 1043 - Organization: It's All In The Approach - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2008 from Christine RiceDo you go about your daily activities thinking how much better things would be if you were just more organized? But then, reality hits and you say to yourself, “Who am I kidding? I just don’t have an organized bone in my body!” Do you often think that some people, maybe including you, just ...
Views: 854 - Power Of ElfAction - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Karen KoeddingPower of ElfActionTM Affirmations Playing to Win with Bookkeeping! I deposit all personal checks into my personal checking account. I deposit all business checks into my business checking account. I write myself a check from the business to pay myself. I have a trusted, ethical tax ...
Views: 1027 - Top 10 Ways To Be Organized At Home - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Karen Koedding1. Attitude…Enjoy being organized and look at it as a treat for yourself instead of a chore that you need to do! 2. Finances…Create a financial budget and follow it. 3. Time Management…Create a schedule for your time. Don’t forget to schedule time for family & friends and organizing ...
Views: 1210 - Top 10 Ways To Be Organized At Work - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Karen Koedding1. Attitude…organizing is like planning, if you take the time to do it, it will save you time in the long run. 2. Time Management…whatever your calendar method, maintain it, and be sure to schedule time for family & friends and organizing maintenance! 3. Maintenance…spend some time each day ...
Views: 1616 - Purpose - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Karen KoeddingI was sitting on the beach and thinking about what really matters in life? I have no doubt that I am not alone in these thoughts, but what does really matter? Relationships, family, friends, neighbors, co-workers and other people that are strangers to us… or possessions? Why do so many ...
Views: 1039 - Good Scents For Your New Home - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Karen KoeddingHave you ever noticed how everyone's home smells different? I believe that your home scent is a comfort to you, and one of your basic instincts that let’s you know that you are safe and where you belong. When you move into a new place, you really won't feel comfortable until you rid your home ...
Views: 1148 - Childproof Your Home to Fit Your Needs - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Marilyn BohnAbout 2-1/2 million children are injured or killed by hazards in the home each year. The good news is that many of these incidents can be prevented by using simple child safety devices on the market today. Any safety device you buy should be sturdy enough to prevent injury to your child, yet ...
Views: 768 - Rotating Seasonal Clothing - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnSeasons are changing and it is time to think about putting away your summer or winter clothing—depending on where you live---and getting out the clothes that have been stored away. This is a good time to look at every article of clothing you have in your closet. Take out each one and ...
Views: 1492 - Shelf Life Of Food In Your Kitchen Pantry - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnHave you been taught if a can of food is bulging then it is bad and that is all you know about the safety and quality of food on your shelf? If your milk in your fridge has passed the expiration date do you still drink it until it tastes bad? Do you know if the food on your shelves is still ...
Views: 1463 - How To Clean Out The Clutter - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Lorraine PirihiThis time of year, it's important to clear out the clutter and start the year with a fresh approach. I completely detoxed my own office over the break and couldn't believe how much stuff I had accumulated that I didn't need. I do my regular mini-clean-ups weekly and the major ones around 4 ...
Views: 1082 - Transforming A Woman - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2008 from Angie WeidAs "Sharon" walked me through her home, she appeared quite complacent about the appearance of her home. Her home was not the worst I have seen, though she had stated concerns with every area we walked through. Spare room had kitchen items stored because lack of space in the kitchen, laundry ...
Views: 823 - Let's Get Organized! Easy, Simple Strategies for Getting & Staying Organized for ADD And The Chronically Disorganized - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2008 from Evelyn GrayCan't get organized and stay organized? You may have a little ADD, and THIS is the book for you! One of the challenges a person with ADD faces is the task of getting organized and staying that way. Evelyn Gray, author of "Let's Get Organized! Easy, Simple Strategies for Getting (and Staying) ...
Views: 1615 - The Top 10 Myths Heard By Professional Organizers - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Gayle GruenbergPeople are resistant to hiring a Professional Organizer for their own personal reasons. Here are the 10 most common objections we hear daily. 1. My mess is the worst you've ever seen. We have seen it all, from guns to pornography to rodents to food left in the fridge for 20 years. There is ...
Views: 744 - Emergency Supplies Everyone Needs Inside Their Vehicle - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnThis winter I went to a neighboring city for the day. When I left home it was partly sunny and I thought a light sweater would be enough to wear for the day. At the last minute I did take my jacket. In two hours time the weather changed to blizzard conditions. It was snowing, blowing, and the ...
Views: 1169 - Managing Paper In Your LIfe - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnDo you remember the days when computers were just getting started and we were looking forward to becoming a paperless society? It just didn't happen, in fact we have just as much if not more paper now than before computers. There is so much paper that comes into our homes and offices we ...
Views: 1006 - Traveling With Children With Disabilities - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnI worked for The Department of Services for People with Disabilities for ten years. I was a caseworker for people who were low functioning. There are many types of disabilities, mental as well as physical limitations. This can be a challenge for the parent or guardian when traveling at any time ...
Views: 1066 - The Closet From Hell - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Angie WeidNow, that is what "Molly" deemed her closet to be. I saw the potential for it to be a great closet. Molly has lots of stuff. Piled all over the shelves. Even stuff stacked in the center on the closet floor, though you can no longer walk around because there is more stuff tossed around. (perhaps ...
Views: 922 - 10 Minute Organizing Tasks - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from Angie WeidSometimes all you need is ten minutes. I tell my boys often,"Just give mommy ten minutes, then we can play." It is a great amount of time to get focused and complete a small task. I found this great list of ten organizing tasks that will take 10-minutes to complete each: 1. Clean out your ...
Views: 994 - The Choice Is Yours - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from Angie WeidThere are a lot of great excuses out there for every part of our lives. Remember though, excuses are like assholes; everyone's got one. And I've heard them all from people as to why they can't be organized. You owe it to yourself to be organized. Here's some responses to some great excuses for ...
Views: 886 - 10 Quick Tips To Organize Your Bathroom - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Kathi Burns1. Throw out anything with an expired date and all perishables over one year old. Even toothpaste expires; the expiration date is on the crimp of the tube. 2. Attach a long magnet behind the door of your medicine cabinet to cleverly and neatly hold tweezers, clippers and other metal ...
Views: 1472 - Household Chores Checklist - Use One To Save Your Marriage - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Colleen LangenfeldAre you tired of fighting with your spouse over who-does-what chore every night after work? Or has it gone farther than that and you have stopped talking about household stuff altogether in your marriage? This is a hot issue in today's fast-paced culture. We've added a lot to our lives over ...
Views: 1995 - Grocery Shopping List -- How To Get Your Family To Use One - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Colleen LangenfeldA grocery shopping list is one of the smartest and easiest tools you can use to lower your monthly grocery bill as well as significantly cut your household stresses. But let's face it. If you can't get your family to use the grocery list, you're still saddled with the work of pulling it ...
Views: 1069 - Clearing Space (literally) For Spring time - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Regina O'LearySpring is a time for “Spring Cleaning”, new beginnings and a fresh start. Many times a fresh start means letting go of things in your past, both emotional and physical, (or tangible), and allowing room for new things and experiences. As a Professional Organizer, I derive great satisfaction ...
Views: 1061 - Daylight Savings Time begins On 3/8/09 - Tips For Taking Advantage of your extra daylight time - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Regina O'Leary"Spring forward" is the catchphrase for the beginning of Daylight Savings Time, which takes place at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2009. How will you spend your extra daylight time? Here are some ideas and tips: Begin clearing space in your yard or garden. Choose an area that needs attention ...
Views: 1054 - Household Chores Checklist - It's Not Magic! - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Colleen LangenfeldIf you're like many people, you've used tools like a household chores checklist to try and improve the organization in your home, but have been disappointed in the results. There can be many reasons for this, but one of the most common is believing in the magical powers of charts and ...
Views: 2111 - Jumpstart Your Spring Cleaning Through Organizing - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Cynthia CunninghamIf you noticed changes in the weather lately, it is largely due to the fact that spring is preparing to make its presence known in the next few weeks. Soon our attention will turn to shaking off the winter doldrums and concentrate on sprucing up our home. But before you begin that heavy duty ...
Views: 849 - Clutter-free Gift-Giving Made Easy! - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Vali Heist¡§The greatest gift is a portion of thyself.¡¨ Ralph Waldo Emerson A recent headline in the newspaper read ¡§Over consumption may fail economy.¡¨ Unfortunately, the holiday season is notorious for over consumption, so how about going clutter-free this holiday? There are many options for ...
Views: 844 - Organizing Is Personal And Spiritual - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Vali Heist“The less clutter you have, the more your favorite items can be featured and radiate their life-enhancing energies.” Jami Lin, feng shui consultant. Organizing and uncluttering is both personal and spiritual. This may sound strange, but let’s break it down: Organizing is ...
Views: 929 - Room-By-Room: How To Sell Your Home Faster - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Vali HeistIn order to sell your home for top dollar, you need to start saying goodbye to your home by staging it to sell! Here¡¦s how: Remember: The Number One home improvement that will give you 973% Average Return on your Investment is REMOVING CLUTTER. Remove clutter by storing items in basement, ...
Views: 997 - Holiday Party Planning Made Simple - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Vali HeistMake holiday party organizing simple by starting a checklist well in advance. Your goal is to be a calm host/hostess on that evening and enjoy your own party! 1. Decide on the who, when, and where • Establish a budget. • Keep all receipts and information in a notebook or binder. • Include ...
Views: 1156 - Simplifying The Holidays - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Vali HeistSimplifying the holidays can be as easy as getting your thoughts organized. Why? So you can really enjoy the holidays and celebrate the reason for the season. Let’s break it down: Before, during and after: Decide how you want to feel when you think about the holiday rush. • Organize ...
Views: 822 - 10 Tips To Avoid Clutter In Your Home - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Vali Heist1. Mail—The biggest culprit of clutter • Try to touch or “make decisions” about your mail once. • Throw out all junk mail and rip up all credit card offers (two or three times). • Put bills in a place close to where you pay them. • Place papers to be kept or filed (no envelopes) in one place ...
Views: 998 - Get Prepared For The Holidays! - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Bonnie Dewkett12 Ways to Get Prepared & Organized Before the Holidays! Every year you say you are going to do it. Get prepared before the holiday rush. And every year, you find yourself running around the mall at the last minute when you could be home wrapping gifts or baking cookies. It’s the perfect ...
Views: 880 - Why Paint Your Toenails If Your Closet's A Mess? - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Lea SchneiderIt’s almost time to break out the polished toenails and the sandals. But I ask you, why bother with the toenail polish if you can't find two matching sandles and the capri pants are part of the missing floor of your walk-in closet? The change of season is the perfect time to get your closet ...
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