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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- 6 Ways to Say "Hell No!" to Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2014 from Jason MagillThey’re here again! The wonderful days to gather with our friends and loved ones. The days of sharing stories over a cacophony of food items and exchanging gifts that somehow represent a physical manifestation of our love and adoration for others. While there are many reasons to feel uplifted ...
Views: 2254 - 7 AutumTips On Effortlessly Getting Rid Of Clutter - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2010 from Marilyn BohnIf I were to write lyrics to the song "These Are My Favorite Things" I would write--walking down the street hearing the crunch of leaves under my feet on a cool beautiful fall day. I also like the way the sun filters through the leaves that are still on the trees in the fall. And it is nice to ...
Views: 1439 - 7 Basic Organizing Tips To Get Rid of Paper Clutter - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnI love getting thank you notes. I like reading what my friends have to say about the gift or service I have done for them. I like the beauty of the cards and I love getting “good” mail. The fact that my friends took the time to write me a note makes me feel important. I received a call from ...
Views: 2193 - 7 Basic Steps To Organize Any Space - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2008 from Sandra CarrollFor many people getting and staying organized seems next to impossible, and sometimes completely overwhelming. A cluttered home or workspace causes unnecessary stress with wasted time looking for lost items, late fees due to misplaced and forgotten bills, and what about all those piles in the ...
Views: 1087 - 7 Common Problems Stopping Your Small Business Success - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from Heidi DeCouxThese seven common mistakes keep small business owners from living their dreams fully. They keep them buried in every day work and far out of touch from their big dreams. Or just as bad lofted in their big dreams while their day to day business fall apart at their feet. You want to be a ...
Views: 1130 - 7 Fresh Tips For Deciding What To Keep And What To Toss - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2012 from Marilyn BohnIt can be hard to let go of things and get rid of clutter. Clutter becomes overwhelming when we hold on to things we don’t need or use. Here are 7simple tips to help you decide effortlessly what to let go and what to keep when organizing your home. Getting rid of clutter seems to be a hot ...
Views: 2061 - 7 Garage Sale Tips You Must Have For Success - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2008 from Marilyn BohnI just organized a two car garage and my client found so many duplicate, good, and unwanted items that she is having a garage sale. The reasons for a sale are many and varied. No matter why you are having a garage sale here are some tips for a successful sale: 1·Gather Your Inventory Once ...
Views: 1262 - 7 Hot Tips On How To Successfully Organize Your Garage Or Basement - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnI am the worst offender when it comes to disorganizing our garage. I know I am not the only offender in the family. Even though I am a professional organizer and I know better I am really good at doing a number on our garage. I routinely organize it twice a year. Once in the spring before it ...
Views: 2189 - 7 Steps to achieve Search Engine Marketing goals! - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2018 from I StrategyzerAt this moment, someplace, a potential B2B client is hunting down your product or service. In any case, who will they discover first? Maybe your competition Web crawler showcasing for modern and B2B organizations is tied in with getting before clients at the specific minute they are hunting ...
Views: 893 - 7 steps to the digital marketing campaign success- it works! - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2018 from I StrategyzerShould you do Digital Marketing or not will be not an inquiry any longer. By what method would you be able to effectively use Digital Marketing from the best digital marketing companies. The response to this inquiry rotates around your advanced showcasing goals, your target group of onlookers, ...
Views: 865 - 7 Tips for an Organized Home - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2009 from Marilyn BohnWhen did life get so hectic? Are you always rushing around hunting for things, are you accruing fines at the library, do you have clutter because there just aren't places for what you own? If so, you are not alone! I was talking to a friend and she shared with me that her life has been overrun ...
Views: 806 - 7 Tips to Control Your Time - Buying You More Time for Fun! - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Sue BeckerSome people cringe at the thought of "time management," thinking it limits their creativity. In reality, it's the opposite! Whether you're a stay-at-home parent or work in an office, when you add structure to your day and control your time, you'll get the important things done on time. The ...
Views: 1628 - 7 Ways to Make your Office Environmentally Friendly - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2018 from Sophia MooreDo you want to create a more sustainable office? Or maybe you’d like to save some money by going green? Whatever the answer is, there are some proven ways to make your office space more environmentally friendly. From setting up paperless meetings to embracing natural light over artificial light, ...
Views: 1317 - 8 Must-Have Tips For Holiday Clutter Clearing - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnI like the song “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town”. It is upbeat and happy and something I can sing along with. Santa makes a list and checks it twice. If you have ever sewed this is the advice given to sewers—“measure twice, cut once”. When you leave your house I bet you check to make sure you ...
Views: 1314 - 8 Reasons to Keep a To Do List - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Jan HaynerTry it Make a list of everything you want to do tomorrow, after you read this article and see how relieved you are going to feel and how relaxed your mind is going to be. When we are constantly thinking ahead of everything that we have to do and hoping that we don't forget anything, our ...
Views: 1258 - 8 Tips On How To Organize Your Piles Of Papers Forever - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2008 from Marilyn BohnAs a kid did you love to play a game where you would all pile on top of each other and the bottom person would be yelling, "Get off, I can't breathe"? Do you ever feel like the paper in your home is making it so you can't breathe? Paper piles in homes and offices can become a heavy weight if not ...
Views: 1119 - 8 Tips to Reduce Clutter By Prioritizing Daily Tasks - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Marilyn BohnThere are days when we just feel scattered and don’t know where to start with all the tasks and things we need to do. Do you ever think “the faster I go the further behind I get”? I think we all have days like this. Let’s put first things first which means let’s prioritize what we need to do ...
Views: 1768 - 9 Fantastic Tips To Prepare For A Vacation From Work - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Marilyn BohnPreparing at work for your vacation involves more than just getting rid of clutter on your desk. Are you worried the entire time you are away from your office under the guise of "being on a vacation"? Are you one of those people who feel pressured to be "at work" even when they are away from the ...
Views: 1251 - 9 Organizing Ideas To Organize Your Photos - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2009 from Marilyn BohnWe love looking back at photos of our family Christmas memories—how about you? Some years my five daughters would "pose" for pictures taken from the back showing their long hair. The bonus of these pictures was we didn't have to wait for makeup to be applied. (If you have girls you know ...
Views: 1021 - 9 Tips on How to Declutter Paper in Your Home - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Marilyn BohnI remember when computers were becoming really popular and we all thought they would take care of our paper work pile ups. A man working next to me said he thought they would create more paperwork nightmares. From my observations this has become true. I have 9 tips on how to declutter paper ...
Views: 869 - A Closet Organizing System - The Secrets To Getting Your Clothes Off Your Floor - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2008 from Colleen LangenfeldYou've shelled out cold hard cash and have a beautiful new closet organizing system at your fingertips. Your newly organized closet is truly impressive; at-a-glance you can see EXACTLY what you have and where it is. No more morning frustrations. No more lost minutes digging for the perfect ...
Views: 1230 - A Garage System Buying Guide - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Nelly DeanEvery home owner likes to have his/her property in order. However, one area that is tough is the garage. It's unlike any other room in the house, yet serves the important purpose of protecting your automobile and other items. It is also the place where you may spend considerable time tinkering ...
Views: 962 - A Good Filing System Software Can Help Those Who Have Trouble Organizing Things - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Janet BakerDo you have trouble getting organized and keeping things organized, especially all of the paper files for your small business? Is this problem flowing over into your everyday life because you just can't seem to get organized at all, and it is starting to affect your life and your business? Well, ...
Views: 1085 - A Look at Steve Jobs - What Happens to the Apple When It Loses Its Core? Part 3 - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Phillip SmithRegarding public perception of a company's stake-holders, Microsoft certainly appears to be addressing the hard problems with the right corporate sensitivities. The succession maneuver that Microsoft implemented shows a meticulously planned agenda set to allow the company to continue to grow. It ...
Views: 842 - A Master To-Do List Can Free Up Your Brain - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Sue BeckerHave you ever said to yourself, “I have to remember to do such and such” but then forget to do such and such? If you’re like me, the older you get, the harder it is to remember things. I recently read the book Getting Organized in the Google Era which states that our brains can only hold five to ...
Views: 955 - A New Relationship With Your Stuff and Schedule This Year - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Janice RussellWe’ve just started a new year. How do you want your life to be different at the end of 2012 from how it is right now? Think of one or two ways that you’d like to change your personal or professional life. Got your answer? My guess is that many of you would like to decrease “overwhelm.” The ...
Views: 1241 - A Quick Guide to Inner Balance: Part One - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Barbara AlexanderI have been compiling a quick list of practical tips to help you in the process of maintaining work-life balance as well as provide a tool to manage overwhelm. You have probably heard of some of these before, but are you actually doing them? Probably not, right? So, if this resonates for ...
Views: 1964 - A Review of the Awakened Life by Wayne Dyer - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Ben SandersonMany people have flourished after learning from the program called The Awakened Life by Wayne Dyer. In several ways, studying the program opens your mind to a completely new realm of possibilities all around you. Rather than concentrating on what you believe is possible, The Awakened Life helps ...
Views: 1360 - A Simple Way to Stop Junk Mail - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Sarah Buckwalter41pounds.org is a non-profit organization designed to help stops your junk mail and catalogs — protecting the environment. Junk mail wastes an incredible amount of natural resources and contributes to global warming. Our nonprofit service covers your entire household for five years, ...
Views: 891 - A Sneaky Trick to Dealing With Your ‘Shoulds’ - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Julie GrayWe’ve all heard of the negative impact of ‘shoulds’ – you know the frustrating “I should do this” or “I should do that” cycle of trying to get yourself to do something because you feel like you have to. For the record these types of tasks are laden with the heavy energy of obligation and ...
Views: 1372 - A Tale of Two College Roommates -- Living Together in an Organized State - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2009 from Lisa MontanaroIt is difficult enough for one person to be organized and maintain that state of organization on a daily basis. Now imagine being thrust into a living situation with a person you have never met before, who is not a relative or even a friend. A person with different sleeping, grooming, eating, ...
Views: 2179 - A Time for Rebirth and Revitalization!! Welcome Back Spring! - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Patricia MasiThe spring is upon us! Halleluiah! Let the sun shine, cherry blossoms bloom and your energy soar! Welcome back spring. We missed you! Now I’m sure you’ve been busy at work since January 1st conquering your resolutions, right? You’ve shed those 10 pounds, found the love of your life and ...
Views: 804 - A Time Management Skill That Will Save You Hundreds Of Dollars - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Shannon McGinnisEveryone is inundated with mail, bills, paperwork and projects. The following time management strategy will help you concentrate, unclutter your desk and be become organized for success. The 50 minute hour to Sort and Organize Set a timer for 50 minutes. During this time focus on clearing ...
Views: 1300 - AD/HD Organizing - Organizing My Room is Like Creating World Peace - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Holly Hitchcock GraffTeens and adults with Attention Deficit Disorder often have a difficult time keeping rooms and other areas of their home, office or life organized and clutter-free. As the mother of an ADD teen and a professional organizer, I can relate! Many people with ADD say that clutter sometimes gets to ...
Views: 2556 - Add some Tranquility to your Bathroom with These Clever Organizers - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2010 from nick nunezA cluttered, disorganized bathroom can start anyone off on the wrong foot. The moment you step into your bathroom after waking up, you should feel ready to start your day and get your morning routine in motion. But if you walk in to your bathroom, groggy and yawning, only to discover dirty ...
Views: 865 - Adopting The Frugal Living Lifestyle - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2008 from Cara MirabellaHaving trouble making ends meet. Have more month left than money? Many people struggle with this issue. One of the best ways to save money and truly stretch your dollars all the way to the end of the month is to live a more frugal lifestyle. Yes, frugality is key. Being frugal with one’s ...
Views: 1074 - Advantages & Disadvantages of Content Management versus Static Management - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2011 from Rob WilleyTechnology is becoming more advanced day by day so this can be beneficial for the small business owners to establish their business globally. There are varieties of options available in the market through which the small companies can try to obtain the best strategy and get the desired result. ...
Views: 3241 - Affordable Basket Organizers - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2021 from Stephen YostWhen organizing is the game, then jute is the best item for you. At present, people look for things that are great for storage and also beautiful to keep in the open. Keeping this in mind, organic jute baskets are made in bulk and getting more popular. Jute is natural, durable, and very ...
Views: 531 - Aim High and Low - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2009 from Colette RobicheauLook up, look way up! Organizing solutions can be as simple as looking up and looking under. When you think there’s no where left to go—it’s time to get creative with your storage. Look Up -Shelves are a great way to display collectables as well as store items for everyday use. Consider ...
Views: 1082 - All About Christmas Cards--7 Organizing Tips - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2008 from Marilyn BohnLast week at my rug hooking group we were chatting about Organizing ideas for Christmas and about our favorite memories and organizing ideas surrounding Christmas cards. One woman said she likes to write a little family history even though she knows no one likes getting them. I take exception ...
Views: 796 - All about woodworking software - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Alex GreenWith advanced technology, woodworking has become a whole lot easier with the invention of woodworking software. As woodworkers took on the task of creating beautiful pieces, they didn’t only slave with tools and wood but spent a good deal of time in the preparation stage as well. Before any ...
Views: 1010 - Allergies and Clutter - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2009 from Amy GrayYou may have noticed a lot more sniffling and sneezing going on at your house lately. That's because allergy season is in full swing, both inside and outside. You may not be able to do much about all those flowering trees and grasses, but you can make the situation a little better inside. ...
Views: 1162 - Always Find Just What you're Looking for with a Practical Jewelry Organizer - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2010 from nick nunezThose of us who love accessories often have meager little jewelry boxes that overflow onto our dressers, spilling out in every direction. Pairs of earrings become permanently separated, delicate clasp closures break and our favorite stones get scratches and nicks. Our necklaces, earrings and ...
Views: 731 - An Easy Fast Method to Organizing Your Office - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Heidi DeCouxEvery time you walk into your office you should feel inspired, creative, calm, and ready to work! If you don’t it might be time to make some changes! These three tips can help you create a great place you will want to come and work in. Keeping an Organized Work Area The less “stuff” ...
Views: 1199 - An Organized Home Creates a Happy Family - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from Alicia BowyerKeeping an organized home can be a bit tricky if you have young ones around the house like I do. Some days it feels like you just cleaned up one room and a few minutes later it looks like the Terminator has been in there! But keeping your home clutter free can actually save you time because you ...
Views: 2470 - Applicant Tracking System can do more than just Tracking! - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2011 from Shikha SingalToday, when automation is probably the only way you can quickly hire quality candidates, it is imperative that you have the best and latest in recruitment automation. An applicant tracking system is the best solution for all your recruitment woes. An applicant tracking system (ATS) or a ...
Views: 1387 - Archive Your Past Tax Documents - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Janice RussellWhew! The tax deadline is behind us! Now, it's time to figure out what to do with that pile of papers covering the desk or dining room table. Not sure where to start? There is an easy way to archive taxes to ensure that you are within IRS rules. Plus, you don't really have to think about it ...
Views: 1567 - Are You A Disorganized Person? Learn the Truth. - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Julie GrayAre you a disorganized person? Is that what you are telling yourself when you can’t find your report in the morning or your socks don’t match or you walk in 10 minutes late to a meeting? Or are you telling yourself something worse? That you are lazy. That you are stupid. That ...
Views: 1483 - Are You a Packrat? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Maya WillisDue to the popularity of several television shows, the affliction of hording has been gaining more attention. Although hording isn't something that's new, it has recently received more attention and this has raised awareness of this obsessive compulsive behavior. However, just because a person ...
Views: 1213 - Are You Overwhelmed By Donation Requests? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Julie GrayWhile speaking to my friend and colleague Christine Lucas of the Salvation Army last month, it dawned on me that I needed to write this article. Often I find in my client’s homes stacks of solicitations and donation requests. These free address labels, greeting cards, and pleas for cash ...
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