But I’m Organized At Work
One of the things I often hear during my consultations with prospective clients is “I know things are disorganized in my home, but, believe it or not I’m very organized at work.” Well I do believe it. Here’s why.
When Clutter’s Not Clutter
OK, I haven’t always had nice words to say about clutter, but today I’m happy to report a fresh perspective on clutter.
One Man’s Struggle With Clutter
Stuff, clutter, trash, get rid of it……Have you heard this before from your wife? But, Honey it’s stuff I might use…Shoot, I shouldn’t have used the word stuff.
Organizing Beyond the Toothbrush
To reliably access what you want, when you want it and to manage quantities, I have written about the showroom vs. stockroom model. I have thought of another way to demonstrate the same concept using the example of something most of are able to keep organized without any effort: the toothbrush.
Energizing Your Closet
Last week I did a book review of Marie Kondo's best-selling The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. This week I wanted to put one of her recommendations to the test. To energize your closet, she recommends taking 10 minutes to arrange your clothes from left to right in the order of heavy to light. This means longer and darker clothing should hang on the left and then work upward to lighter clothing on the right.
Celebrating Freedom Though Organizing
Saturday we celebrate Independence Day and the birth of our country. This country grants us many freedoms, but it’s amazing the barriers we impose on ourselves. I have found organizing to be a great liberator.
Book Review: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo
For all of you who have been asking if I have read Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing, the answer is finally “yes.” Here are my thoughts.
Product Review: Fellowes Saturn 3i 95 Laminator
The Fellowes Saturn 3i 95 Small Office Laminator is an excellent laminator. It couldn't be simpler. If you have been frustrated by the learning curve that comes with all the new gadgets and software that are available these days, then you're in for a treat.
How To Organize What’s Most Important
The best way to organize what’s MOST important is to start by organizing what’s LESS important. If that seems like it makes no sense, bear with me.
Organizing Breathing Room into Your Systems
When I first started my organizing business, I called it Breathing Room. Back then I believed that breathing room is a highly desired result from getting organized. I still do. I also believe it is a vital component to organizing systems for both space and time.
How to Stay Organized During a Move
How to Stay Organized During a Move
Getting Organized: Save Dessert for Last
The number one mistake people make, when trying to get organized, is to run out and buy containers, before they know exactly what they are containing. It’s certainly tempting. I mean look at that sampling of gorgeous containers picture to the right. They’re like candy. Like any dessert, they should be saved for last.
