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  • Organize Your Garage By Springtime - by Get Organized
    Submitted on Jan 30, 2009 from Get Organized
    The best thing to do if you are serious about organizing your garage before the spring months is to set aside at least two or three days. Having set days makes the task less daunting and allows time to purchase needed supplies. It also offers the chance to decide what should be retained without ...
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  • ***Keep Your Shoes Organized with These Tips - by Get Organized, The Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Jan 23, 2009 from Get Organized
    Shoes may put the finishing touch on your outfit, but they should not be the cause for chaos in your closet. It is very easy for shoes to take over your closet, and even your home. Remember, for every person, there are at least two shoes. It is very easy to kick off your shoes and leave them ...
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  • The White Flag in the Clutter Battle - by Kelli Wilson
    Submitted on Jan 22, 2009 from Kelli Wilson
    Powerless: Devoid of strength or resources; lacking authority to act Powerless over clutter? Disorganization winning the battle in your life? Whether you find yourself overwhelmed because of a situation or series of events that have derailed your organization train or you have always struggled ...
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  • Simplicity is the New Black - by Becca Clark
    Submitted on Jan 22, 2009 from Becca Clark
    I realized the world had truly turned upside down when I saw this full page ad in national magazines this month. It was very simple and spare, pale gray background, and these words were printed in the middle: ___________________________________________________________________ ...
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  • Organizing Your Life to Success - by Amy Twain
    Submitted on Jan 19, 2009 from Menno Spijkstra
    What is the definition of organization--it is the key element to success and triumph in all areas of business and living. Each and every aspect of your life should be organized. You would discover that living is merely that much better, simpler and easier if you’re organized. This whole ...
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  • 6 Tips to Change Your Thinking and Get Yourself Organized - by Carrie Greene
    Submitted on Jan 09, 2009 from Carrie Greene
    I get to the gym often. Yesterday, I took a class called "Cardio Boot Camp". I went in thinking that it was going to be just another class; that I'll get my heart pumping and I'll lift some weights. As soon as the music started I sensed a change, it was a really tough class. Many of the ...
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  • The Organized Approach to Your Best Year Yet! - by Kim Cossette
    Submitted on Jan 09, 2009 from Kim Cossette
    A New Year has arrived! I don’t know about you, but I am always excited about the enormous potential of the coming 12 months. A new year is like a clean slate, ready to be written and molded any way we choose. This thought fills me with an overall feeling of hope and excited anticipation of ...
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  • ***Quick Tips for Keeping Your Desk Organized - by Get Organized, the Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Jan 07, 2009 from Get Organized
    Maintaining an organized desk setup is crucial to success no matter how your desk is used. Whether you use your desk primarily for household needs, or it is the center of your work, the desk is one of the most important elements of home/office furniture. As hard as one may try, having a desk ...
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  • ***Why an Organized Garage Leads to an Organized House - by Get Organized, the Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Jan 07, 2009 from Get Organized
    In the grand scheme of home organization and efficiency, the garage may be the most important area of the house. Valid arguments can be made for the kitchen and the home office, but in the end, the garage wins out. It is easy to think of the garage as an area of the house where you store your ...
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  • ***Maintain Productivity by Organizing Your Desk - by Get Organized, the Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Jan 07, 2009 from Get Organized
    It can be a little surprising to think about how closely desk organization and productivity are linked. Keeping up a well organized workspace often seems more like a matter of preference than it does a matter of efficiency, but in all reality, an organized desk can have a direct positive effect ...
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  • ***How to Keep Your Garage Organized - by Get Organized, the Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Jan 07, 2009 from Get Organized
    Maintaining a clean, well organized garage is a chore for even the most intrepid organizers. As a kid, being told to clean out the garage was a task no one ever wanted the parents to assign. Very simply, this job is tough, it is tedious, and it is time consuming. Furthermore, for most people, ...
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  • ***Reap the Benefits of Staying Organized - by Get Organized, the Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Jan 07, 2009 from Get Organized
    There are many benefits to staying organized and it is well worth the effort even though it is sometimes difficult. Many individuals have had parents, teachers, administrators, bosses and spouses shouting the mantra at them throughout their lives, and they may still put the task aside. In the ...
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  • Getting Organized: What's it all About Anyway? - by Carrie Greene
    Submitted on Jan 01, 2009 from Carrie Greene
    I know a lot about getting organized and clutter, yet the more I talk about it the more I realize that getting organized and decluttering is not what it's about. So then what is it about? It is about creating time, space and energy so you can focus your attention on the things that are ...
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  • ***An Organized Kitchen is An Organized Home: How to Do It - by Get Organized, The Official Guide to Organizing and Learning How to Organize
    Submitted on Dec 22, 2008 from Get Organized
    As has often been pointed out, the kitchen is one of the most important rooms in any home. A well organized kitchen will save you time and money and allow you to cook better meals. It will leave you less stressed. Regardless of the size or layout of your kitchen, it is possible to have an ...
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  • ***Achieve Less Stress by Staying Organized - by Get Organized, The Official Guide to Organizing and Learning How to Organize
    Submitted on Dec 22, 2008 from Get Organized
    Day to day life in today’s world can be very stressful. Individuals today cram longer hours at work, time with friends and family as well as leisure time and into the same 24 hours. As more demands are placed on our time, it only gets more difficult to avoid becoming stressed out. What ...
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  • ***Keep Your Home Organized with Kitchen Organizers - by Get Organized, The Official Guide to Organizing and Learning How to Organize
    Submitted on Dec 22, 2008 from Get Organized
    From ancient to modern times the kitchen has remained the heart of the home. In the modern home however, the kitchen has received designer status as well and has been developed and improved to suit the modern lifestyle. A trendy kitchen will not only blend in with a beautiful designed house, ...
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  • ***Kitchen Storage for the Apartment Dweller - by Get Organized, The Official Guide to Organizing and Learning How to Organize
    Submitted on Dec 22, 2008 from Get Organized
    Living in an apartment can be an experiment in efficiency and organization, since many apartment dwellers have almost as many belongings as those who live in houses but have significantly less space in which to store it all. This is often most evident in the kitchen, which tends to be one of ...
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  • Organize Your Closet: 5 Tips You Can Use Today - by Jamie Jefferson
    Submitted on Dec 19, 2008 from
    Closet space is a precious commodity in most homes. Taking the time to get organized will give you more storage space, help you save time and give you a sense of accomplishment. When your closets are organized, you can find the things that you are looking for in the blink of an eye. You'll ...
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  • ***How Proper Kitchen Organization Can Save You Money - by Get Organized, the Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Get Organized
    Your refrigerator is full of wilted lettuce, rotten tomatoes, and ripe-smelling fish. In your pantry are three bags of ancient flour, a packet of six-week-old cookies, and several half-eaten bags of potato chips. There are weevils in your cereal, and ants in your sugar! What a terrible waste of ...
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  • 4 Organizing Tips To Make Room For Everything In Your Home - by Marilyn Bohn
    Submitted on Dec 13, 2008 from Marilyn Bohn
    Messy rooms, disorganized closets and jumbled junk drawers (I think of them as resource drawers) add unneeded hassle to our already hectic days and lives. Organizing our possessions, treasures, and 'stuff' does give us peace of mind and a feeling that we can accomplish other things in our ...
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  • Year-End Organizing Tips - by Joshua Zerkel
    Submitted on Dec 13, 2008 from joshua zerkel
    The final month of the year is here, and for many of us, it’s a time of wrapping things up before the new year rolls around. This year, as part of your year-end wrap-up, consider taking a few moments to revisit the systems that serve you every day, and see if you can improve them. Clean ...
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  • ***Reliable Strategies for Kitchen Organization - by Get Organized, the Official Guide to Organizing and Learning How to Organize
    Submitted on Dec 02, 2008 from Get Organized
    Kitchen organization is a tricky business. While there are many reliable strategies available, the first rule of thumb is to make sure that your kitchen is right for what you want as an individual. That is where things become difficult. Figuring out what you need to do to make your kitchen more ...
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  • ***5 Steps to Organize Your Home for the Holiday Season - by Get Organized, the Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Dec 01, 2008 from Robin K
    The holiday season is swiftly approaching, bringing with it great fun and family events. As you are preparing for this great season, it is important to plan accordingly. The friends and family you invite into your home bring plenty of warmth and cheer, but can also create quite a mess. For this ...
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  • ***Top Kitchen Organization Products - by Get Organized, the Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Dec 01, 2008 from Robin K
    Top kitchen products come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Sometimes the items that amaze us with innovation work the best. In other instances we are amazed by simplicity and streamlined construction. There are several ways to decide whether a specific product is the best selection for ...
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  • Organizing Your Life for Black Friday - by Jan Hayner
    Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Jan Hayner
    Things will go a lot smoother if you are organized on Black Friday. Everyone will be fed, you will find all of your receipts, your checkbook will be up to date and your list will be emptied a lot faster. Home Fast meals are best on Black Friday, so get out those taco shells, shred that head of ...
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  • All About Christmas Cards--7 Organizing Tips - by Marilyn Bohn
    Submitted on Nov 21, 2008 from Marilyn Bohn
    Last 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 ...
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  • ***How to Keep a Small Kitchen Organized - by Get Organized, the Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Nov 18, 2008 from Get Organized
    With proper use of storage and organization products, even the smallest space can be expanded to meet just about any need. By keeping both yourself and your surroundings organized you can expand your living space, become more productive, manage time better and even save some money. The first ...
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  • Cost of Getting Organized - Priceless - by Kelli Wilson
    Submitted on Nov 17, 2008 from Kelli Wilson
    Five bottles of Windex, expired food and over $50,000 in expired checks. These are the real life things that get uncovered through the organizing process. This is neither minimizing nor exaggerating. Just as “organized” is a relative term so is the value of the results. Every client ...
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  • Top 5 Reasons Being Organized Saves Money! - by Shannon McGinnis
    Submitted on Nov 14, 2008 from Shannon McGinnis
    1. You don’t have duplicates of the same item. Do you have more than 2 or 3 pairs of scissors in your home or office? How many pairs of black pants do you own? Do you really need that many? Whether its clothes, coats, books, crafts, or sports equipment, evaluate what you need versus what ...
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  • 5 Holiday Tips To Get Organized & Energized this Holiday Season - by Beth Tabak
    Submitted on Nov 13, 2008 from Beth Tabak
    "Organizing is taking control and making choices that highly improve the end result." Beth Tabak Get organized and energized this holiday season as you move from making your list to creating a holiday you remember for years to come. Below are five holiday tips to help you organize fast, manage ...
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  • Book Review: Organizing from the Inside Out - by Julie Morgenstern
    Submitted on Nov 12, 2008 from Julie Morgenstern
    This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Organizing and Learning How to Organize. Many successful people are extremely organized. Organizing and learning how to organize have become important skills as the complexity of our lives continues to increase. Get Organized is the ...
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  • Definition: Organizing - by Wikipedia.org
    Submitted on Nov 12, 2008 from Douglas Pak
    Organizing is the act of rearranging elements following one or more rules. Anything is commonly considered organized when it looks like everything has a correct order of placement. But it's only ultimately organized if any element has no difference on time taken to find it. In that sense, ...
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  • Being Organized Can Help You Save Money - by Wendy M. Salmon
    Submitted on Nov 07, 2008 from W S
    In today’s economy, the last thing you need to do is spend money on items you don’t need. When clutter is reduced in a home or office, you can more easily find what you own. When people can’t find an item they know they have, they tend to throw up their hands in despair and ...
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  • Organizing Ideas In Ten Minutes Or Less - by Marilyn Bohn
    Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Marilyn Bohn
    Someone said to me the other day, "I don't know where to start to get organized". This is a legitimate concern. She had taken the first step; she recognized that she needs to get organized. I have worked as a professional organizer for several years and I have found it is best to start with ...
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  • Getting Organized - An Inside Job - by Kelli Wilson
    Submitted on Oct 30, 2008 from Kelli Wilson
    “You have to count on living every single day in a way you believe will make you feel good about your life….” Jane Seymour When you get still and look at your life today is it all that you dreamed of? Have you created an environment that matches how you envisioned your life? ...
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  • Clutter: Your Stress Cause Or Solution - by Kelli Wilson
    Submitted on Oct 30, 2008 from Kelli Wilson
    There’s a cycle that exists around clutter throughout American homes. The pace of the American lifestyle continues to take on a life of its own and so does the clutter. Some people get stressed because of their clutter and some people clutter because of their stress. Clutter can be the cause ...
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  • ***Kitchen Organization Tips - by Get Organized, The Official Guide to Organizing
    Submitted on Oct 28, 2008 from Robin K
    An organized kitchen can reduce the stress of preparing an excellent meal. Whether you cook for a family of five or for yourself, there are benefits to establishing an efficient system for making your kitchen run smoothly. First, empty all of the cupboards, the pantries and even the ...
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  • Clutter Control In Your Car Using 5 Simple Organizing Tips - by Marilyn Bohn
    Submitted on Oct 25, 2008 from Marilyn Bohn
    Do you feel you practically live in your car? Americans spend an average of 2 ½ hours per day in their cars. They are often command centers when we run errands, act as a shuttle driver to take children to school, chauffeuring to sport activities, music practice, or running back to school to take ...
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  • Email Inbox Overflowing? - by Beth Flarida
    Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from Beth Flarida
    Picture the Scene: You've got thousands of email messages in what you lovingly call your Inbox. And you're not exaggerating about the number! No matter what you do, you can't get through them, plus you can never seem to find what you need and when you need it. The idea is to make your inbox ...
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  • Use Your Computer to Help Organize Your To Do Lists & Home Chores - by Wendy Bishop
    Submitted on Oct 14, 2008 from Wendy Bishop
    Organize your to-do lists in minutes a day using simple, affordable software programs already installed on your home computer! Keeping track of all the things that need to be done in your daily schedule and around the house is a never-ending project. As soon as one item is completed, ...
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  • Class Of Today - Letting Go Of Clutter - by Kelli Wilson
    Submitted on Oct 12, 2008 from Kelli Wilson
    As a professional organizer I am regularly clearing the decks at my house. My kids are small so toys cycle frequently as they outgrow them; clothes are constantly coming in and out as they get too small, paperwork ages and perspectives change. On a recent venture into the attic and garage I ...
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  • Paper Piles - by Janet Schiesl
    Submitted on Oct 12, 2008 from Janet Schiesl
    Years ago, some people thought that the personal computer would make our society paperless. Boy, were they wrong! We have more paper in our lives than ever before. With mail, delivery services, printed emails, and information off the web, no wonder we have a hard time keeping up with the paper ...
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  • Take Back Your Space- Letting Go Of Your 'Stuff' - by Kimberly Eagles
    Submitted on Oct 07, 2008 from Kimberly Eagles
    If any of you have ever watched an organizing show or read a book on organization, the purge is one of the most heart wrenching things to do. Why is this? Why is a broken old vacuum cleaner so impossible to part with? Well, here is the main reason: We are emotionally attached to our things. How ...
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  • Use Your Computer To Help Organize Your Home Chore Lists - by Wendy Bissonett
    Submitted on Oct 07, 2008 from Wendy Bishop
    Organize your home and family life in minutes a day using simple, affordable software programs already installed on your home computer! Keeping track of all the things that need to be done around the house is a never-ending project. As soon as one item is completed, you’re thinking about ...
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  • Fall Organizing Projects - by Beryl Westby
    Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from Beryl Westby
    Fall is a time of new beginnings…the beginning of the school year, the beginning of the fourth business quarter and changing weather. Fall can be a good time to start new organizing projects, too. Here are some suggestions for projects to help you get organized this fall season: Change out ...
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  • Getting Perfectly Organized - Laurel Plum Online - by Laurel Plum
    Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Laurel Plum
    I do not believe it is possible to be perfectly organized. Our lives are in constant modes of change. Some changes come fast. Some changes creep in slowly over time. What works today may not work tomorrow. What works for one person, may not work for another. Birth is the beginning. Death is the ...
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  • Six Simple Tips To Reduce Clutter - by Marilyn Bohn
    Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Marilyn Bohn
    As I was walking this morning there was a beautiful rainbow in the sky. I started thinking how each color could represent some part of organization in our homes. (I can't help it, as a professional organizer my mind works that way). The story I was told as a child about the pot of gold at the ...
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  • Mission: Situational Disorganization - by Kelli Wilson
    Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Kelli Wilson
    Remember the Flintstones and the dreaded closet where everything fell out on Fred’s head? If you’re younger than it would be the closet that the Kraft brothers open on Zamboomafoo. Or maybe it’s your real life closet. Do you open the door just wide enough to get your arm in so you can hold ...
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  • Conquer Your Paper Chaos When You Travel - by Sherry Borsheim
    Submitted on Sep 26, 2008 from Sherry Borsheim
    Has this ever happened to you? You’ve just returned from a business trip and your briefcase is bulging with receipts, meeting notes and other essential paperwork. You’ll probably spend your first day back in the office just sorting through the chaotic mass of paper before you can even think ...
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  • Is Your Office On Wheels? - by Beth Flarida
    Submitted on Sep 23, 2008 from Beth Flarida
    Picture the Scene: You're a busy go-getter who's in outside sales and your vehicle is your office. You have, at times, forgotten to bring along important contracts, files or working papers while you're on the road. Your car is your office, and yet it's not functional. When working from your ...
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