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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- Time Management for Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Tracey FieberTime Management for Entrepreneurs Whether you've just launched your first business or you're neck-deep in three or four, you know how easily the hours can slip away when you're your own boss. I've spoken with a lot of entrepreneurs over the years (and am one myself, of course!), and in that ...
Views: 1964 - Working from home: Maintaining passion despite isolation - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from Genevieve de LacazeYou know the all too common question in job applications and at job interviews: “Do you like to work on your own or as part of a team?” This is one of the questions that most people now know what to answer to please the interviewers and maybe score a few points. You say that you "like” ...
Views: 1780(1 vote) - Ten Easy Organizing Tips - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from Deborah ZechiniTEN EASY-TO-DO ORGANIZING TIPS Organizing your life and creating habits doesn't have to be a major overhaul, it can be simple steps that you perform everyday that can make a difference. Here are a few of my favorites that help to make my life easier: 1. Every time you fill your car up ...
Views: 1876 - Organizational Development: The Newest Way to Learn Adapting - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Sonu ParasharAs each day is bringing new challenges and people, the organizations with all their capability and rules need to adapt swiftly to retain a firm grip of the situation. Adapting to newer agendas, newer styles, newer policies and other newer things is indeed very important for prosperity and ...
Views: 995 - How to get a tidy and organized laundry room - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Focht EricDoing laundry can be one of the best chores to take on or it can be one of the worst. For starters, let’s think about the best case scenario. How can there be a best case scenario for laundry, you ask? Well think of it this way. In a perfect world you just have to go down to your laundry ...
Views: 1250 - Lost In Space and loving it (a little less doing, goes a long way) - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from Jamee TenzerFor the last two weeks, I have had more space in my schedule and it has been wonderful. More space means that I have time to think. Time to do whatever needs to be done in that moment. Time to see friends that I have been meaning to see for too long. And where did I find this time you ...
Views: 1046 - 4 Steps to Kill Your Inner "Wantrepreneur" - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Ryan Paul RidgwayWhat in the heck is a “wantrepreneur” anyways? A wantrepreneur is exactly that. They simply “want” to “preneu” or start something of their own, but they never develop the mental focus and determination to make their dreams a reality. Here are four rules to help you strengthen your ...
Views: 2706 - Get Organized: The High Cost of Being Disorganized - by Submitted on May 30, 2012 from Carmen CokerThere is an old proverb called “For Want of a Nail” that goes like this: For want of a nail the shoe was lost. For want of a shoe the horse was lost. For want of a horse the rider was lost. For want of a rider the battle was lost. For want of a battle the kingdom was lost. And all for ...
Views: 1364 - Get Organized: Downton Abbey Helps with Home Organizing - by Submitted on May 30, 2012 from Carmen CokerAre you a Downton Abbey fan? I must admit, I’m a sucker for a good British period drama. There’s something about the architecture, the politics, the fashion, the formalities, the romance, and … the organizing. Yes, you read that right! Although discreet, there are organizing, time management, ...
Views: 1209 - 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: 1686 - Top Ten Organizing Tips - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Julie GrayToday I’ve compiled for a very quick top ten list of my favorite organizing tips. - Get more sleep! – You’ve heard it here before but it cannot be overstated: you will never be more organized then your personal energy allows. - Pitch your mail ASAP – sort your mail as you walk into your ...
Views: 1112 - Way to Clean and Organize Your Garage - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanFor some homeowners, a garage is little more than a storage shed, but that doesn't mean your garage can't be organized. Here are tips for organizing your garage so you can reclaim some lost space. First, you need to stop seeing your garage as an extension of your attic or a substitute for a ...
Views: 1136 - How to make the most out of your office space - by Submitted on May 20, 2012 from Kirstin O´DonovanHow often do you feel unproductive and disorganized while you working? You are fully aware that if you made some changes at work, things would improve dramatically, but you don’t know where to start so you don´t do anything. If you start by making small changes, one by one, over time you will ...
Views: 1288 - Break It Up Little By Little - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Lorrie FlemBig pictures can make you feel small and ineffective. So, break it up into daily chunks – manageable little pieces. Don’t decide to be happy every day. Just decide to make this day a good day and let Jesus be the Lord of what is undone at the end of that day. "You may say to yourselves, ...
Views: 854 - What Are You Tolerating? - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Sandy FreschiWhat are you tolerating in your life that is keeping you from success? Tolerations are like the shoes that are left in the middle of the floor which you keep walking around instead of putting away. It may seem easier to take the few extra steps than to remove the obstacle, but in time those ...
Views: 1224 - Non Profit Organization Meaning, Role of Charities and Charities Registration - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Bryan HogNon profit Organization” is authorized to gather adequate earnings that must be organised on by the company for its self maintenance, development, or plans. NPO’s have selected panel associates, guiding panel associates, or trustees who owe the company a fiduciary work of commitment and believe ...
Views: 902 - Managing Your Papers: Inbox, Outbox, and Everything In Between - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from joshua zerkelSet up a system that syncs with the lifecycle of paper. No matter how organized the rest of your office may be, it’s easy to feel like things are out of control when your desk is covered with papers. Although you may have heard rumors that the so-called “paperless world” has arrived, you and ...
Views: 2628 - Live Scorecard: The True Measure Of The Right Leadership - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Ioventures IncA lot of people think that it is not really necessary to keep a live scorecard. For one, it can be tedious, not to mention time consuming. But then again, keeping a scorecard will be able to help teams as well as individuals to discover what they need to change in the organization and, at the ...
Views: 1038 - 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: 1272 - How to Create Systems for Success - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Julie GraySystems are simply ways of automating or structuring processes so that they can occur without so much thought or attention—and by more than just one person, so that the business can continue to run if you decide to take a vacation. Figuring Out What to Systematize For most of us, ...
Views: 1083 - Feng Shui: How Quiet Is Your Bedroom? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Debbie BowieA starting point for organizing any room is to identify the function of the space. What kinds of activities are going to happen there? Those activities then guide your decision-making about what to keep in the space. Bedrooms usually have three primary functions: 1. Rest 2. Changing ...
Views: 1661 - Moms and Daughters: Having Realistic Expectations - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Debbie BowieIn my twelve years as a professional organizer I’ve run into many women who are still trying to keep house just like “Mom” did. So, what’s wrong with that? After all, Mom was the role model. There would be nothing wrong with that if Mom’s life was comparable to the lives of women ...
Views: 1313 - Clutter Clearing in the Bedroom Begins with Your Bed - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Debbie BowieEasily the biggest piece of furniture in the room, the bed can have a profound impact on both the health of its occupants and the quality of the relationship of a couple. It is important to consider the comfort of the mattress and the history of the mattress and bed frame. Your bed should be ...
Views: 1799 - How Banishing Shoes from the Bedroom Can Help You Sleep - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Debbie BowieAs I’ve mentioned in earlier posts, your goal in setting up your bedroom is to create a space that is completely conducive to sleep. The energy of smelly feet can only be distracting. Why is it that I so often find pairs of shoes strewn over bedroom floors? I’m fairly certain that part of ...
Views: 2208(1 vote) - Unusual Ideas that Save Money when Moving - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Maya WillisIf you’ve ever moved a house full of furniture, accessories and personal belongings, you know how expensive it can be. It’s not like college, when you can just load up and old van with laundry baskets full of jean and sweatshirts and go truckin’ merrily down the road. Moving in the grown up ...
Views: 941 - Planning in Advance to Make Moving Easier - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Maya WillisMoving day is very stressful and the more planning and organizing you can do in advance, the easier things will go on moving day. Here are some organizational tips to help you start early and reduce stress when moving. If you are Moving Locally A local move is easier than a long distance ...
Views: 851 - Moving Tips: How to Pack your Fragile Items - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Maya WillisIf you are moving, you already stressed. The last thing you want is to find your favorite wall art or family heirlooms broken or damaged when you unpack them at your new home. Here’s how to avoide that unwelcome scenario. Start Early Pack early so you have plenty of time to pack carefully. ...
Views: 1276 - How to Get Organized before Moving - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Maya WillisIt has been said that moving is one of the most stressful of life’s events, only slightly less stressful than divorce and death of a spouse. However, getting organized in advance of the move can greatly reduce the stress and make the move much easier. Here are four tips to help your next move go ...
Views: 1029 - Getting Settled Faster after Moving - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Maya WillisYou’ve moved! The big event is finally behind you, but now you have a lot of unpacking to do. This part of the job can be as hard as packing up and moving itself. However, by planning ahead and being organized in the way you pack your boxes, you can make settling in to your new home a lot easier ...
Views: 954 - Reason To Go For Event Management Expert - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Priyanka GulatiEvent Managers begin planning by booking an event at a particular location. Next what they do is plan meals and drinks, entertainment, audiovisual needs, overnight accommodations for guests, visitors and social programs and other support services. It will also help to seek sponsorships ...
Views: 1126 - Today's Requirements of Mobile Application Development In the World - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Adam WillsMobile Application Development is becoming more and more popular these days. There are various innovative programs designed that allows the companies to obtain new levels of achievements. Mobile phones have considerably designed over the last few years due to large upgrades in connections ...
Views: 2275 - Getting Rid Of Clutter and Loosing Weight - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2012 from Marilyn BohnIt was a warm July morning, birds were singing outside my open window and the curtains ruffled in the breeze. I was standing in my bedroom and I was scared. I thought scary things are supposed to only happen in the dark on cold rainy nights. I had a good reason to be afraid as I was trying to ...
Views: 1415 - 2 Honest-to-Goodness Ways to Get Rid Of Clutter - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2012 from Marilyn BohnGetting rid of clutter just got easier by usingthese 2 tried and true ways to manage your time and get rid of clutter. If youthink you don’t have enough hours in the day try these for 10 days ans find outwhat a big difference they make. When I think of my 82 year old grandma I think of her ...
Views: 1885 - Find More Free Time - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Sue BeckerA survey by Real Simple Magazine and the Families and Work Institute revealed that almost half of American women say they don't have enough free time. The survey defined "free time" as "time that you spend on yourself, where you can choose to do things that you enjoy." I was surprised that the ...
Views: 902 - Get Organized for the Right Reasons - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Sue Becker“To be able to open a cabinet, drawer or closet and find what I’m looking for;” “To start my family’s day on time and on a positive note;” “To experience the joy of leisure time.” These are all reasons clients have told me they want to get organized. Although each reason supports a different ...
Views: 937 - Discover How You Can Improve Your Photography Skills With An Online Photographer's Community - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Jim MartinezRegardless whether you just have an interest in photography, or are an advanced photographer, there is an exciting new photographer's community available for you. With an innovative outlet for everything photography, this is a spectacular opportunity to learn tips, tricks, chat with ...
Views: 1019 - Increase Organization through Listening - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Janice RussellListening is both an internal and external activity. We listen externally when we converse with others or tune into the radio or television. We listen internally when we pay attention to our inner thoughts and conversations. Both types of listening are necessary for good organization – ...
Views: 2670 - 4 Secrets to an Organized Office Space - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Jason KnapfelYou don't consider yourself a messy or disorganized person, but somehow the paperwork and files continue to pile up on your desk. Besides saving your sanity, having an organized office will help improve your productivity, which can have all kinds of positive residual effects -- less stress, or ...
Views: 1309 - Time To Organize Your Computer Filing System - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Maria KhalifeFirst comes thought; then organization of that thought, into ideas and plans; then transformation of those plans into reality. The beginning, as you will observe, is in your imagination. ~ Napoleon Hill In the era of “big data,” we will be called upon to retrieve information frequently. ...
Views: 1284 - 10 Characteristics of High Performance Environments - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Debbie BowieWant to create a high performance environment? My guess is that you already know many of the characteristics listed below. But, you may need some incentive to motivate yourself to create that type of space. Here you go! High performance environments are: • Comfortable and make visitors ...
Views: 1751 - Your Step-by-Step Guide to Clearing the Bedroom - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Debbie BowieYou’re standing in the doorway of your bedroom... Pay attention to both your thoughts and feelings? Do you like what you see? Is it a peaceful place? Or, do you find yourself thinking, “What a mess! Who could get a good night’s sleep in this dump?” Are you feeling pleased, proud and happy ...
Views: 1745 - Want to get things done? Forget about to-do lists! - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Elaine QuinnDo you have a to-do list? How many items are on it? Do you feel like you’ll never finish it? Do you think if you just got organized enough you could get everything done? Don’t count on it. Why? Because we have lives that are already busy. We can’t stop doing all the usual things to squeeze ...
Views: 904 - Learn From the Pros: Choosing a Venue for Your Event - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from Rubel ZamanFinding a space to hire for your party or corporate event can bring on some anxious moments. Event planners do this for a living, so to make things easier, here are the steps the ones who do this for a living use. Follow this path and the process will be stress-free and actually enjoyable. ...
Views: 820 - What to Know About Hiring a Venue for a Party or Event - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from Rubel ZamanHiring a venue for a party, corporate get together or other reason can turn an ordinary event into a truly memorable occasion. Choice of location is an integral part of the planning process and more and more venue spaces are available to enhance one's gathering. Here are some important things to ...
Views: 755 - How to Organize Your Garage for Summer - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from Donna LindleyAs the temperatures rise, the birds start chirping, and the flowers begin to bloom, it is a sure sign that spring is in the air! The changing weather signals that it is time for a seasonal changeover in the garage. Put away the shovels and snow blowers and get out the bikes, scooters, ...
Views: 1088 - Your Inbox and How to Get it Organized - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from Sherry BorsheimDo you know how many emails are jamming up your Inbox? Is it 100, 1000, 5000, 10,000+! The number grows daily and along with it your stress and lost time. You want to clear your Inbox, but you never dedicate the time. Checkout the new features in Outlook 2010 that make organizing Microsoft ...
Views: 1124 - Growing Interest in Architectural Fabric Structures Worldwide - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Steve SonThe effects of technological growth are invariably reflected in the field of architecture. The increasing popularity of Architectural Fabric Structures or Tension Fabric Structures as they are commonly known, is a testament to this reality, as manufacturing and other industrial and commercial ...
Views: 1044 - Organise Your Possessions and Reduce The Stress In Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Michelle SymondsMany of us live and work in environments full of belongings that we no longer use or need but are reluctant to part with. There are some people who find it easy to clear out unused possessions but the majority of us cling to items for often, long-forgotten, sentimental reasons. We make excuses ...
Views: 1515 - Manage Mealtime Mayhem - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Sue BeckerSeveral years ago I saw a sign that said “I have a kitchen because it came with the house” in a client’s home. It’s a relief to know there’s at least one other person besides me who doesn’t like to cook. After all, with the huge number of cooking shows on TV, cooking magazines staring at me in ...
Views: 1131 - How to Conquer Your Inside and Outside Clutter - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2012 from Janice RussellClutter in your home, office or schedule comes in many forms. In this case, I’m not talking about excess stuff in your space or outdoors. I’m talking about causes of clutter from external and internal sources. Wait! Don’t stop reading yet. This article spotlights two important components of our ...
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