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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- The Secret of Separating Your Calendar and Task List Effectively - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Sherry BorsheimMicrosoft Outlook is a go-to organizing tool. If you use it right it can save you time and stress. Use this article as a piece of a series of articles that will help guide you as begin organizing your Microsoft Outlook. The Pesky Problem You need to record to-dos on to your calendar, but ...
Views: 918 - ***Clutter Clogging Your Space and Time? 3 Timely Tips to Weed It Out! - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Paula EderThere are few things as overwhelming as feeling buried in clutter. Whether it’s your in-box, your To-Do List, or your kitchen cabinets, clutter is confusing, discouraging, and energy-draining. Like weeds in a garden, it can overwhelm and choke out whatever you were trying to grow! The start ...
Views: 3381(6 votes) - Do You Need An Automated Timer To Better Organize? Here’s The Easy Time Clock Driver 2.2.28.5 - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Sammy Ray MondeAlmost all private business use some form of an employee time clock software to manage employee’s log in and log out hours for payroll reasons. However, time clock softwares are not at all limited to private enterprise. It is a software designed to make people’s lives easier by providing them ...
Views: 924 - Tips on how to organise a trade show display which is a success - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Johana JuniorIf you are the marketing co-ordinator for any company there are many ways in which you can market your company. Using a trade show is one of the hundreds of marketing strategies companies use to promote themselves. If you are looking to exhibit at a trade show display there are many points ...
Views: 1892 - Kill the Mental and Physical Clutter- Now! - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Heidi DeCouxYour life is full to the brim with STUFF and commitments. You would like to simplify, but where do you start!? Start with this simple list of five activities. You’ll be feeling more Zen in no time. 1. Know What is Most Important in Your Life. We all have core values, things that are most ...
Views: 1021 - Five Simple Steps for Getting Organized - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Sue BeckerI don’t know how it always seems to happen so quickly, but here we are welcoming in yet another new year. I often ponder how life must really zip by quickly for people who are disorganized, since they are often running late, in a frenzy looking for misplaced things, or in a panic because they ...
Views: 1114 - Finish What You Start - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Sue BeckerWhat do piles of opened mail, bags of stuff in the trunk of your car waiting to be returned to the store, and opened but unprocessed e-mails in your inbox all have in common? They are all things that have been started but not completed. Uncompleted tasks can weigh us down – rather than being ...
Views: 1141 - How to Have an Effective Work Day in Seven Steps - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Sherry BorsheimBeing an effective business owner can start by adding these seven habits of highly effective people to your business organizing efforts. If you can incorporate these seven elements into your work life you will be an effective employee or business owner. Have a Plan When you have a ...
Views: 2097 - How to Create Your Sacred Spaces - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Julie GrayThere are three types of sacred spaces: - A room - A location for a specific item - An interruption-free block of time All three have the following characteristics in common: - They are used for one specific purpose - They are clutter-free - They flow naturally with your ...
Views: 1099 - Setting Your Priorities - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Elaine QuinnThere will always be more items on your to-do list than you can ever complete. You don’t have infinite time or resources. It’s frustrating and stressful, but you just have to admit it’s simply not possible do everything you’d like to in the time you have. Prioritizing is the only solution. If ...
Views: 1117 - Successful Business Continuity Management Explained in the Commission's Strategy - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2011 from V. BhuvanSuccessful Business Continuity Management Explained--- During the last 2 years, the economy and companies in a crisis environment. Many observers have even predicted that our society is at the stage where the collapse of the capitalist system. This article will provide a solution to global ...
Views: 1013 - Great Tips for End of the Season Shopping - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxThere are several common consumer traps you want to avoid falling into this time of year. Do you know what they are? Stores will be working hard to get you to spend more time inside their doors. The smells the decorations they are all working toward this. Why? Because they want you to spend ...
Views: 989 - To-Do: The Curse and the Blessing of Humankind - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Jeff Davidsonby Jeff Davidson Everyone I know from college age on up maintains some form of a to-do list. And why not? Without writing down the things we want or need to complete, it is awfully hard to proceed throughout the day. Yet, in recent years, the unrelenting burden of handling an ever-growing ...
Views: 1251 - Lost Time, Stop it From Happening at Work - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2011 from Sherry BorsheimWe shoot for success in all our endeavors. This can be quite the goal. At home you want to keep your family up and running. At work you want to be a great employee or business owner. You need a place to start the ball rolling. Choose today to get organized at work. Doing this will provide ...
Views: 949 - Setting Yourself Up To Win - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Beth DargisA new client of mine is beginning a big project. So the first thing we did was set her up to make the project easier. Do you have a project or goal you are doing or about to do? What would it mean to set yourself up to win? Some ideas: * Get enough sleep * Get a relative or ...
Views: 1224(1 vote) - Simplifying Information - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Beth DargisI love to learn. Information is like catnip to me. So in order not to drown in information, I have had to systemize things. Library Books For instance, when I get library books, I look at how many pages the book is and how many days I have before it is due. I divide how many pages by how ...
Views: 1243 - Maximize the Efficiency of Your Kitchen Cabinets - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Maya WillisRegardless of whether your kitchen is large or small, there's a good chance that you're not maximizing the usefulness and efficiency of your kitchen cabinet space. Kitchen cabinets just seem to have a way of getting cluttered and disorganized, no matter how hard you try to keep things under ...
Views: 1232 - Filing Cabinet Basics: The Key to Staying Organized - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you find that your family is constantly struggling to keep paperwork, instruction manuals and other paper items organized, a filing cabinet could be just the solution you've been looking for. Instead of stashing paperwork in various locations around your home, keep all your items organized ...
Views: 1579 - Lots of Choices Don’t Always Make Us Happier - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Sue BeckerWe’ve all heard the phrase “less is more” (in fact I’ve written about this concept previously), but how many of us actually practice that philosophy? It sure seems as though the world (or at least the United States) is going in the opposite direction – we’ve got supersized grocery stores with ...
Views: 1226 - Get Ready for an Organized New Year - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Sue BeckerIt seems that everywhere you look there are signs that the holidays will soon be upon us. And while we enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of this special time, we know that seemingly all too soon, another year is coming to an end. Here are some ideas to help you end the year in an organized ...
Views: 1166 - Get Organized: Time-Wasting Habits – and How to Break Them - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Carmen Coker"Perfectionism is a paralytic. It’s a powerful venom that causes productivity to die a slow, painful death.” ~ Carmen Coker When tackling a cluttered lifestyle, sometimes it’s not what you need to get that will help, it’s what you need to get rid of. Today we’re going to talk about three ...
Views: 1127 - Get Organized: Organizing Tools that Will Take Your Holiday Event From Blah to Brilliant! - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Carmen CokerCan you imagine the holidays without either throwing a party or attending one? It seems that this time of year just wouldn’t be complete without several get-togethers – or more! Which is why it’s only appropriate to discuss how you can host your own holiday bash in an oh-so organized ...
Views: 1083 - Get Organized: Take Back Control of Your Inbox - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Carmen Coker"Email is a system that delivers other people’s priorities to your attention. It’s up to you to decide when that priority should be managed into your world. It’s not the other way around.” ~ Chris Brogan There was a time when I would sit down in the morning to open my email and I would cringe ...
Views: 1063 - Get Organized: Time to iOrganize My Life - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Carmen CokerI have to confess, I have a new favorite spot to go shopping. It’s open 24-7, everyone is always friendly and the prices are rock-bottom. Sometimes I even get some pretty great stuff for free! Yes, I’m a big fan of shopping at the app store. This store is an amazingly useful place for those who ...
Views: 1359 - "Tis the Season to De-Stress - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Renee UrsemThe holiday season is upon us, and it seems to start earlier each year. The day after Halloween, emails and commercials beckon us to shop with special offers. Black Friday has taken on a life of its own, causing some to hurry through their Thanksgiving dinner to get to a megastore at midnight ...
Views: 1177 - Your Best Holiday Prep Done Fast - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxOnce the invitations are sent, the meal is planned, and the shopping is done you realize you need to clean. And you need to clean fast. Getting your home guest ready doesn’t have to take all day. Get your home guest ready fast and save energy for your guests. Needing More Prep Time. If ...
Views: 1037 - Cheapest Carpet Cleaning Services In Richmond VA - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from john sanderCleaning carpet is not an easy task, as it seems. Sometimes, carpet or floor decks can still cause damage and not always clean, if he tries to clean it. Everyone wants to clean the floor, but without unpleasant odors. In addition, unwanted stains and strong as urine, vomit, blood, ink, paint, ...
Views: 1566 - Brenden McDaniel's Organizing Tips For The Holidays - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Brenden McDaniel CPO-CD® cSMMBrenden McDaniel's Holiday Organizing Tips: Keep Things Simple. This may be hard for some but the simpler the display tasks are the simpler they are to set up, display, take down, and put away. When unpacking display items, clothing, linins, ornaments, and any other items have a bag ...
Views: 1454 - Stuff-Free Productivity and Organization Gifts - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from joshua zerkelWhether you plan ahead or do a last-minute scramble to the store, it can be tough to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. If you’re trying to think of something that your loved ones will actually use, this year think outside the gift-wrapped box and instead consider giving them a ...
Views: 1164 - OrganoGold Uncovered - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from Robin CurtisIf you have stumbled across OrganoGold as a business opportunity, you are probably sceptical about the income they claim you can make, and what it's all about. They say you can make millions selling their coffee alternative product, and keep it recurring each month. Now that is a very bold ...
Views: 1638 - Maintaining the Right Mental Attitude - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2011 from Elaine QuinnSurround yourself with positive energy... Create a supporting environment Create an environment that is motivating. For example, listen to music that energizes you. Make your office inviting and comfortable so that you'll want to be there and will feel good about working. Develop ...
Views: 1241 - How to Eliminate Clutter - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Linda BinnsFrustrated with never-ending clutter and disorganization? So many professional women spend all their time working, running a business and taking care of the family that there isn’t enough time left to take care of the home in the way they’d like. Before they know it, one or more areas of ...
Views: 1782(1 vote) - Volunteering Services – Participate with Children to Grow Your Acumen - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from go volunteeringBefore we begin our righteous journey throwing light on the diverse aspects of volunteering services when it comes to participating with children, let’s get ourselves acquainted with “volunteering services.” In simple words, volunteering services are those services that are chosen by those ...
Views: 961 - Get Organized, Stop Procrastination - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxPaper, paper, paper! You keep meaning to get your home filing system put together and organized. But somehow there always seem to be other things to do, or you always seem to be running out of time. It may simply be the case that you are a procrastinator. And you will have to come to terms ...
Views: 1471 - Get Organized: The Organizing Tip That Will Change Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2011 from Carmen CokerSometimes, it’s the simplest of things that can have the biggest impact on our lives. I know in my own life, in this fast-paced world we live in, it seems like there is never a time when something isn’t disorganized and out of place. Our homes, our cars, our offices, even our computers – they ...
Views: 1103 - Five Ways to Have Fun with Finances this Fall - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2011 from Andrea NovakowskiGetting there isn’t half the fun – it’s all the fun. ~ Robert Townsend Labor Day has passed and it’s time to GET SERIOUS! Only 4 months left to hit your numbers for the year. But first, I digress: the thought of working in a focused, driven way when the temperature is in the 90’s, ...
Views: 1401 - Getting Started on a Major Organizing Project (i.e. the Entire House) - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2011 from Connie ReinecciusIt is the time of the year when people want to get their homes organized for the holiday season. Not knowing where to start can be a very daunting task and when faced with a whole house organizing makeover, it can seem overwhelming at first. Most people go from room to room, doing small things ...
Views: 1075 - Kids Getting Organized - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxBabies don’t start out as organizers. They learn it as they grow from being a part of an organized family. Having an organized family, however, can be hard work. You can make it easier on yourself though. Get everyone to buy in to becoming an organized family. This means your kids too! ...
Views: 1038 - What Are You Afraid Of? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Renee UrsemDo you have a closet full of clothes you haven’t worn in years? Are magazines piled on your desk? Maybe you are keeping that fabric, the appliance, those files, or that tool “just in case” you may need it some day. You may not have thought about it this way, but you are afraid. No, it’s ...
Views: 1221 - Using Information to Prepare for Medical Emergencies? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Bob RobinsonMost of us will require some form of medical intervention (assistance or treatment) at various times during our lives. Some of us will require medical intervention more frequently than others. We will require that intervention to treat injuries, diseases, infections and any number of ...
Views: 1148 - Streamline Your Laundry Day - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you're like most people, you probably start thinking about shelves and organizing techniques when somebody mentions streamlining your laundry day. However, it's important to remember that keeping your laundry room neat and organized is only a small part of the laundry day battle. Most of the ...
Views: 1098 - Storage Units: Organizational Help or Hindrance? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Maya WillisStorage units are becoming increasingly popular among those who simply don't have enough space to store everything. For those who live in small homes or apartments, even a small storage unit can provide much-needed storage space. However, some people discover that utilizing a storage unit also ...
Views: 993 - Stocking Up: Organizing Your "Extras" - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Maya WillisIn today's challenging economy, most people are constantly looking for ways to live more economically and save money. Taking advantage of sales and using coupons can be a great way to stretch one's household budget. Instead of buying items at full price when they are needed, it's usually better ...
Views: 1005 - Finding the Perfect Place for Every Item - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Maya WillisIn today's busy and fast-paced world, it can be sometimes be difficult to stay organized. Demanding work schedules, busy social calendars and family responsibilities can often take up every free moment of a person's time. This kind of hectic existence often results in disorganized homes and an ...
Views: 1047 - Downsize Your Clutter by Going Digital - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you're like most people, you probably have far more clutter than you'd like. You probably have stacks of paper and items that you don't really need but can't bear to part with stashed in various places throughout your home. In many cases, a digital solution can really help get these messes ...
Views: 1086 - Human Resource Management- That’s How An Organization Runs - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2011 from Sonu ParasharHuman resource management refers to managing the employees of an organization by senior officials. Employees of an organization are considered as essential resources because they make a great contribution to an organization’s infrastructure by all means like production and distribution. Human ...
Views: 911(1 vote) - The Best Tips on Organizing Desk Drawers - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxDo you know that when you open up your desk drawers you’ll be met with a mosh of papers and supplies? Is it hard to find what you want and keep your papers in good condition? Then it is time to start organizing paperwork and office supplies in your desk drawers. Empty Out Your Drawers: ...
Views: 1287 - How Prepared Are You For An Emergency? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Bob RobinsonWhen the topic of emergencies comes up, most often the focus is on catastrophic types of emergencies such as floods, fires, storms and earthquakes. People seldom think of smaller everyday types of emergencies such as a lost purse or wallet, an automobile accident, an injury, the failure of an ...
Views: 1141 - Quick Cures for 7 Common Challenges - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Sue BeckerHappy autumn! It’s hard to believe that summer is coming to an end. As the leaves change color, you might want to consider which habits you can change to help you be more productive and efficient, both at home and at work. To help inspire you, I’ve noted some common challenges that you may be ...
Views: 961 - Home Safety Tips - How to Organize Your Bathroom When Taking Care of Elderly Parents - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2012 from Beverly OMalleyThese home safety tips are important guidelines for how to organize your bathroom if you are taking care of elderly parents. Replacing bathroom towel racks with grab bars can help to prevent falls in the elderly. Installing a handheld shower will help to maintain independence. Providing safe ...
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