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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- Focus on Organizing Your Photos - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Sue BeckerHappy New Year! I hope the coming year is your best yet. If you’ve been enjoying the past month of holiday celebrations as much as I have, you probably have lots of photographs capturing the good times. The question now is what to do with all those photos. If your pictures are in digital format, ...
Views: 1098 - Food For Thought: Organizing the Food in Your Kitchen - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Renee UrsemHave you taken a good look in your pantry lately? Do you know what’s hiding in the back? What about your freezer? Can you easily recognize each item? Are petrified condiments lurking in your refrigerator? It’s easy to laugh about these things until we think about what we are throwing away ...
Views: 1202 - Forget Your Filing System - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2022 from Productive Environment Institute with Barbara Hemphill & Andrea AndersonForget Your Filing System! Create a “Finding System” That Works Every Time! Recently I received the following email: Dear Barbara, A colleague just called me to her office and asked, "Do you remember when you first came here and I gave you all of that information on orientation for new ...
Views: 507 - Four B2B Marketing Trends to Follow Before the Start of 2019 - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2018 from Beatrice McGrawB2B marketing trends are necessary to be followed by all marketers. The main reason is that it is how many others are generating leads. If that weren’t the case, you wouldn’t find the majority following it. Therefore, if you wish to see your B2B marketplace achieve growth and survival, then note ...
Views: 997 - Four Easy steps to reclaim your home from the clutter and disorganization. - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Sarah BuckwalterAmid the endless piles of laundry, dishes, forgotten bills, and overdue library books, you have a house. A house you would desperately love to show off with pride. It makes you depressed even to think about how to get this mess organized. You feel your only hope now lies in the chance that one ...
Views: 795 - Free Credit Reports: Why They Are Important And Where To Access Yours - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnRecently my daughter applied for a home loan and to her dismay there were four errors on her credit report. Credit card companies and one bank she had never had accounts with were listed with thousands of dollars owing on the accounts. It took several weeks and a lot of time and effort, not to ...
Views: 1306 - From Disastrous to Delightful in 15 Minutes - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Sue BeckerI was recently doing a marathon baking session at my house when what to my wondering eyes should appear but a huge mess in my kitchen. There were pots and pans and all kinds of things all over the place. Some of you may be wondering what all the fuss is about, but that’s not the normal look ...
Views: 1133 - Fun Ways to Get Organized with ADHD - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2018 from Laurie DuparIn a world where chaos is the natural order of the universe, being or getting organized can seem like a destination we will never quite reach. But what if rather than a destination, we can consider organization as a process. What if instead we saw organization as a way for us to enjoy our ...
Views: 1797 - Fundraising Ideas for Charity - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Jake EdmundCharity starts at home, and this is never true than when you are looking to do some fundraising. You can help out a charity by encouraging you family and friends to donate, by running a fun event that everyone can get involved in. The first step you need to take with your charity fundraising ...
Views: 928 - Future of Predictive Dialers - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2019 from Lilu SahooA predictive dialer is a telephone system that automatically dials a list of telephone numbers in a particular sequence (the list has to be uploaded to the predictive dialer software), filtering out unanswered calls, busy tones, answering machines and disconnected numbers while predicting ...
Views: 1008 - Garage and Tool Organizers - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Get OrganizedYour garage, in general, tends to be a place where pretty much any item that does not have spot in your home gets left to collect dust, and not be looked at for years. These miscellaneous items are then mixed in with your tools, sports equipment, hobby equipment, and seasonal items, all in one ...
Views: 1523 - Garage/Estate Sale Season - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Connie ReinecciusIt’s that time a year when the weather is getting better and garage/estate sale signs are popping up everywhere. How do you get your sale to stand out amongst all the others?? Here are 10 simple tips to help you with your next sale! First – Set a date for the sale a couple of weeks out (it ...
Views: 1105 - Garden Tool Organization 101 - by Submitted on May 19, 2008 from Marilyn BohnNo, I am not a gardener. Whew, it just feels good to say that. Here in the Northern Hemisphere it is time to plant gardens and mow the lawns. We wait until after Mother's Day which was on May 11th this year to plant tomatoes and other warm loving veggies. Any earlier than this and they can get ...
Views: 790 - Get Around Easily With Travel Organizers - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Get OrganizedOrganizing all of the items you will be taking with you during your travels can sometimes be a very challenging task. It is sometimes difficult to keep all of your money, credit cards, identification, and other important travel documents in order, while also managing your luggage and family. ...
Views: 1057 - Get Organized and Go Green - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Samantha NaeyaertAs organizers we are always looking for better ways to save time, money and effort and getting organized provides all of that, plus takes care of our environment at the same time! Here's how: Reducing consumption (better than recycling) One green benefit of becoming more organized is that ...
Views: 1211 - Get Organized And Keep Your Sanity! - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2008 from Lynn CressyDo you often find yourself wishing there was more than 24 hours in a day? Chances are you don’t need more hours in your day; you just need to get organized. Being a full time stay at home mom is a very demanding job. A major stepping-stone to organization is being able to prioritize. No one ...
Views: 924 - Get Organized and Save at Least an Hour Each Day - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Maya WillisIf your home or personal life is chaotic and disorganized, chances are you are wasting at least an hour of valuable time each and every day. You might not actually realize how much time you spend looking for things or trying to deal with the detrimental effects of clutter and disorganization. ...
Views: 1081 - Get Organized By Asking And Answering Tough Questions - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Lea SchneiderBut……I can’t throw anything away. But……I might need it someday. But……It was expensive. But……I’ve always done it this way. But will get you know where BUT back to where you started! If you are ready to spring clean, then you have to spring sort first. Try as hard as you might, you simply ...
Views: 776 - Get Organized by Making Better Use of Your Time - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you take a close look at a truly organized person, you'll immediately see that he or she is actually an expert at making good use of time. Although most of us feel as though we don’t have enough time, the truth is everyone gets exactly twenty-four hours to work with each day. In most cases, ...
Views: 950 - Get Organized by Turning Clutter into Useful Items - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Maya WillisMost people tend to struggle with household clutter, which can be a real detriment when trying to get your house and lifestyle better organized. In many cases, this clutter consists of items that you've saved for one reason or another. Because you've purposely saved the items, it can be ...
Views: 992 - Get Organized for a Successful School Year - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Sue BeckerNow that school is back in session, most parents I know are relieved to have the routine of school back in their lives. However, along with the routine come loads of activities that can make most already-busy parents feel overwhelmed and overburdened. If you find yourself constantly on the go ...
Views: 754 - Get Organized For Back To School - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2008 from Cathy BatesIt’s that time already – back to school time! A Staples commercial once said “it’s the most wonderful time of the year.” What are your thoughts on back to school? Here are some tips to help make it a wonderful time: • Stock up on supplies needed throughout the year and create a homework ...
Views: 984 - 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: 1131 - Get Organized Now! - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from marla stoneORGANIZE O for Opportunity R for Relax G for Generate A for Arrange N for Next I for Idle Z for Zest E for Execute versus eventually It is a new year and an OPPORTUNITY to organize your self and your space. RELAX as you go into the process of identifying what you value in ...
Views: 1349 - Get Organized Secrets - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2006 from Nishanth Reddy1. Tell yourself that no matter what, some level of clutter with a child is going to happen. 2. Begin with messes and clutter that you see every day. Get organize your kitchen, garage, and family room before your hallway closet. 3. Use drawer dividers for socks, underwear, lingerie, and tiny ...
Views: 1097 - Get Organized with Microsoft Office Rules - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Thomas SmithMS Outlook Rules – The Inbox GPS Imagine, you have 10 minutes to respond to a client, and before you can do that you have to find an email from them. you now start combing through your inbox, sent mail, deleted mail, and god knows where else just to find the email. Next you try to determine if ...
Views: 1041 - Get Organized, Small Steps Can Lead to Big Results - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Sue BeckerDoes the thought of getting organized leave you overwhelmed and uncertain how to get started? The concept of kaizen can take you from that feeling of overwhelm to one of being in control and on the path towards accomplishment. Kaizen is a term that was coined in Japan as it began to rebuild ...
Views: 1973 - 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: 1588 - Get Organized: 7 Things You Can Get Rid Of - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2009 from Carrie GreeneOK, I'll admit it; I love getting rid of things. A couple of weeks ago I was sitting in my office and suddenly had the urge to purge. I filled four bags with papers, notes and other things that weren't serving my needs. The reason I love getting rid of things is because of the space I ...
Views: 1106 - Get Organized: 4 Easy Steps to Organizing Success - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Carmen CokerSo you recently made a New Year's Resolution "to get organized." Well, you're in good company! Organization is always a popular top 10 resolution every year. But now that you've set the organizing goal, how do you successfully negotiate the ins and outs of accomplishing it? Sometimes getting ...
Views: 963 - Get Organized: 5 Simple Ways to Declutter Your Home Now - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Carmen CokerWhen it comes to tidying up your home, organizing and decluttering aimlessly isn’t enough. It’s essential to organize with one goal in mind, and that is to create a sanctuary where you and your family can easily live, work, and play for years to come. Here are the top five residential ...
Views: 1291 - Get Organized: 51 Ways to Get Organized Now - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Carmen CokerAs we prepare for the New Year, it's a sure bet that somewhere along the way you'll be thinking about goals and resolutions to get your life more organized. To help you get a jump start, I've put together a list of 51 easy and quick ways to get organized and feel more balanced today. Please ...
Views: 2026 - 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: 1443 - 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: 1160 - 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: 1154 - Get Organized: The Biggest Organizing Mistake of All - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Carmen CokerYou’re sure to find a perfectly organized home when you open up any magazine. And those pictures make you think: Man, I wish my house looked like that! Of course, the ideal home doesn’t have to be in a book, in a magazine, or on TV. You may need to look no further than your next door neighbor ...
Views: 1168 - Get Organized: The Four Essential Elements - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Carmen CokerSophie set on the sofa at her friend Maria’s apartment, surveying the surroundings. Everything was so organized! The DVDs were categorized by type and were alphabetized by title. Books were on the shelf by order of height. The coffee table was adorned with just the right amount of ...
Views: 1214 - 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: 1583 - Get Organized: The Moments That Make You Disorganized - Common Clutter Traps To Avoid - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2012 from Carmen CokerIf you are trying to get organized, close your eyes for just a minute and imagine the moments that make you disorganized. Think through the last day, week, month, or even year(s) of your life … and you’ll see them there, as obvious as the big pile of clutter on your desk. While it’s true that ...
Views: 1332 - Get Organized: The Most Productive Week of Your Year is Waiting for You - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Carmen CokerEvery single year, getting organized holds a solid place of honor among most people's top 10 New Year's resolutions. At the start of every January, millions of people around the world resolve that this year is the year that they will finally get organized. But by the end of that month, many of ...
Views: 986 - 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: 1189 - 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: 1465 - 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: 1227 - Get Prepared For The Holidays! - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Bonnie Dewkett12 Ways to Get Prepared & Organized Before the Holidays! Every year you say you are going to do it. Get prepared before the holiday rush. And every year, you find yourself running around the mall at the last minute when you could be home wrapping gifts or baking cookies. It’s the perfect ...
Views: 918 - 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: 1248 - Get Ready To Recycle - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2007 from Colette RobicheauMost people really want to recycle but often find it difficult to make it happen. The first step to organizing your recyclables is to get all the materials you need in one place. Here are some items you should have on hand: String or twine Bins, trash cans Grocery bags Washing supplies Paper ...
Views: 977 - Get Rid of Your Paper Calendar Forever - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Heidi DeCouxYour phone beeps and you look down at the incoming message. To your horror you realize you were supposed to be in a meeting across town 15 minutes ago! Not going to make that meeting combine that with the fact that you just found a note about an impending project deadline jammed into a stack ...
Views: 1277 - Get Things Done to be Ready for Anything - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Sue BeckerMy crusade to make this the year to “get things done when they need to be done” paid off in many ways recently. Several events, both personal and business, came up at the last minute, and I was able to attend them without missing a beat because I was caught up on everything I’d needed to get ...
Views: 1071 - Get Things Done: The Power of a To-Do List - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2007 from Carrie GreeneOne day my client and I were discussing her job. She gets to work early every day, works through lunch and finally goes home after everyone else. Yet, despite all the hours she was putting in she didn’t feel like she was accomplishing anything. She felt unproductive, ineffective and without ...
Views: 937 - Get Your Books Organized Now - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxDo you want your shelves to be the envy of everyone who comes through your door? Create a home filing system for your books. Combine this with a few aesthetic changes and you will be on your way to a beautiful bookcase. The simple steps below can guide you there. It will only take an ...
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