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.
May 2015, WFSB News, ADHD story
One of our favorite clients, Kate Jarvis, shares her struggles with ADHD. We're not mentioned, but you'll see our handiwork.
How to Stay Organized During a Move
How to Stay Organized During a Move Today's post is a guest-post from Roxy Barnes, travel blogger and writer Moving into a new home has to be one of the most emotional experiences one can [...]
Organizing Room For Files
In this video, I explain how organizing by category helps you stay clear on WHY you keep a file and for HOW LONG to keep it. I also show you how to always keep plenty of room in your file drawer for incoming files.
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.
A Simple Measure for Effective Organizing
Can you always find WHAT you want, WHEN you want it? If you can, then it’s a pretty safe bet that you are organized.
Product Review: Avery Labels
This week I am reviewing four new products from Avery.
Why the Garage is the Best Place to Start Organizing
It is very common for me to meet with a potential client who can’t decide if she wants to begin with organizing the cluttered bedroom, the cluttered kitchen, or the cluttered home office. For me, it’s always a clear choice: the garage.
