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I've noticed that in the two years since the major de-cluttering of my apartment, clutter has been creeping back in.So what DO you do after you've cleared... Read More
After a long winter, this is the time of year to spruce up your environment with a good Spring Cleaning. It's amazing what doing this can do... Read More
1. Sink to their level. Get on your knees in their room to view things from a kid's level. Convenience is an important factor in getting anyone... 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,... Read More
Feeling overwhelmed at the thought of organizing your home? Start on a smaller scale instead and it will be a whole lot easier.For example, instead of starting... Read More
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... Read More
You really can have a successful business and a great life. Often we get caught up in growing our business or climbing the corporate ladder that we... Read More
"My job is an endless series of deadlines, I am constantly putting out fires" You've probably heard talk like that a time or two. You may sound... Read More
How to do keep track of all you have to do on a daily basis? How about things that have to get done this week?.. How about... Read More
Some people would say I'm the last person in the world to be writing about clearing out clutter; I seem to accumulate so much of it. But... 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... Read More
Ever feel overwhelmed by all the papers, notices, artwork, and other items your kids bring home from school? Don't be a pack rat!! We'll show you how... Read More
Ever wonder how they do it? How a short-order cook prepares tasty meals in a hectic, rush-rush environment, and does it all with a smile? The answer... Read More
"Do something every day that you don't want to-do; this is the golden rule for acquiring the habit of doing your duty without pain." --Mark TwainHave you... Read More
There are eight distinct steps to constructing and executing an action plan for effective and lasting change.Item 1: Evaluate your strengths and weaknesses.In the "Betterchange" workbook there's... Read More
Worried because you're moving soon? This really doesn't have to be a stressful, chaotic time. Here are some tips to help you achieve a successful, organized move.1.... Read More
From time to time I hear this question from an audience member during one of my presentations. They express a dire hope that getting organized is a... Read More



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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... 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,... 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?... 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... 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... Read More
3-Step Clean Sweep Program 1 - Purge2 - Simplify3 - Organize Getting Started Springtime is when many folks give their homes and offices... 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... 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... 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... 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,... Read More
Take time to declutter this summer...Writing can certainly consume the better part of your day... Especially when you consider all the other responsibilities most of us take... Read More
In a speech entitled "Organized Living in a Disorganized World" I made the statement "Getting organized is much like exercise and healthy eating. It is something you... Read More
My mother is one of the most productive people I know. She is 78 years old and still works full-time as the personal assistant to the CEO... Read More
It wasn't long ago that you spent an entire weekend "decluttering" ? and now you are expecting guests in two days, and the guestroom is full of... Read More
Are you plagued by clutter in your personal or professional life? Is there someone in your family or your work who is? Based on my experience, the... Read More
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... Read More
1. THE LOVE IT OR LOSE IT PRINCIPLE: Every item around you represents a choice you made. You either went out or selected it; or it came... Read More
Clutter is postponed decisions. Here are some suggestions to simplify the task of controlling clutter:1. Put all like items together. Put items in their largest category first,... Read More
? Do you feel overwhelmed by all the "stuff" in your life? Magazines and journals you've never finished reading, clothes you never wear, e-mail you haven't responded... Read More
After more than 20 years as an entrepreneur and a consultant to entrepreneurs, I am convinced that for many entrepreneurs, "organized" is an enigma. "Organized entrepreneur" may... Read More
We are bombarded with so many factors that perpetuate disorganization. Computers, fax machines, cellular phones, and on-line services enable us to do more - and require us... Read More
? Are you embarrassed when you walk into your home or office? ? Do you frequently run out of space? ? Is your desk piled high with... Read More
1. A calendar is an essential organizing tool ? start the year with one that works for you! And whether you use a paper or electronic version,... Read More
Parenting is always a challenge, but particularly so if your work requires that you travel. Don't be too hard on yourself or on them when you find... Read More
Do you ever sit down at your desk buried in paper and say, "OK! Today's the day ? I'm going to clean up this mess?" You pick... Read More
Article excerpted from the new book, "How to Do Space Age Work with a Stone Age Brain" by Eve Abbott1 - 2 - 3-SORT!Every time you start... Read More
1. All or nothing thinking/taking on too much." I'm going to take a few days off from work and finally get this house/office together!" Doesn't sound very... Read More
Whether you are in your own business or an employee (or neither) -- if you have a family and a home you are in the business of... Read More
Has your polished mahogany (or modular plastic) desk been buried for so long that you can't remember what your desk is made out of? If so, use... Read More
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... Read More
1) It's easy to have a good clear out: Not always. For many people, breaking a life-time habit is really hard - everyone has a choice whether... Read More
Parenting is always a challenge, but particularly so if your work requires that you travel. Don't be too hard on yourself or on them when you find... Read More
1. Divide big jobs into smaller jobs. Make a list of all the places in your house that you would like to see become more organized. Now... Read More
There is nothing worse then spending ten minutes looking for something to accomplish a three minute task. Clear the clutter and clear your mind.1. Hold the intention... Read More
1. Teach your children to use an alarm clock or clock radio. Nagging is not the way to begin anyone's day!2. Organize your closet for easy access... Read More
Color-There Is No SubstituteIn anatomical illustrations you see the brain's visual system, where the optic nerve is actually 25 times faster than our audio nerves (hearing). No... Read More
1. THE LOVE IT OR LOSE IT PRINCIPLE: Every item around you represents a choice you made. You either went out or selected it; or it came... Read More
Worried because you're moving soon? This really doesn't have to be a stressful, chaotic time. Here are some tips to help you achieve a successful, organized move.1.... Read More
One of the most basic ways to find papers when you need them is to retrieve them from an effective filing system. A good filing system will... Read More
3-Step Clean Sweep Program 1 - Purge2 - Simplify3 - Organize Getting Started Springtime is when many folks give their homes and offices... Read More
Use these 35 sanity savers this year to help you become more productive and get more done in less time, so you can get on with life!EmailOnly... Read More
Sometimes the task of keeping a clean, tidy house just seems overwhelming. Why is that? Because it never ends! You never get done! In order to make... Read More
Light, Work, and YouWinter is here-and with it, short days, long nights, and Seasonal Affective Disorder. It is scientifically proven that the quantity and quality of light... Read More
Home organization isn't just for neat-nicks or those drawn toward organized living. Even if you don't fall into those two stereotypes, you should consider learning and implementing... Read More
Are you overwhelmed by clutter wherever you turn? Here are 5 practically painless steps to a clean slate.1. Begin by identifying the areas which are most impacting... Read More
Studies show that 80 percent of what we use comes from 20 percent of what we own. That means that 80 percent of the things in our... Read More
"Organize" is a familiar word heard on many of today's popular decorating shows. Every family has its struggles with some type of clutter whether it is stacks... Read More
1. Sink to their level. Get on your knees in their room to view things from a kid's level. Convenience is an important factor in getting anyone... Read More
It happens without warning. One day you notice your home has turned into a collage of papers, junk, and stuff ? everywhere. You're not alone. Today more... Read More
Home organization means being able to find your stuff when you need it, not after an hour or more of searching. But home organization doesn't necessarily mean... Read More