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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- 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: 1252 - ***Keep Your Shoes Organized with These Tips - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2009 from Get OrganizedShoes may put the finishing touch on your outfit, but they should not be the cause for chaos in your closet. It is very easy for shoes to take over your closet, and even your home. Remember, for every person, there are at least two shoes. It is very easy to kick off your shoes and leave them ...
Views: 1251 - Organizing Made Simple: 7 Easy Tips - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2008 from Sue BrennerYou're dashing out the door, your kid's lunch box in one hand, laptop case in the other with a coffee mug balancing on top. You make it to your son's school three minutes before class and breathe a sigh of relief… You just might make it to work on time. As you pull out of the school parking lot, ...
Views: 1251 - Increase Your Productivity With the Right Tools - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxNo matter how you use your home office whether you work from home or only use your home office space to pay bills and check email you want a productive space. People want to use their time effectively, getting the most done in the shortest time. Using the right office tools will make it easier ...
Views: 1249 - When Just a To-Do List Isn’t Enough - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Sue BeckerI’ve written previously about the benefits of keeping a to-do list. The process of writing down everything you have to do (either on paper or electronically), prioritizing the list, and scheduling when to do each task can be an efficient and powerful way to get things done. That is, of course, ...
Views: 1249 - Turn Waiting Time into Productive Time - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Sue BeckerI recently was on my way to a client when she called to say she had a last-minute emergency and needed to push our start time back an hour. Since it wasn’t feasible for me to go back home, I parked near her house and spent the next hour making phone calls, writing a few thank you notes, and ...
Views: 1248 - Allergies and Clutter - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2009 from Amy GrayYou may have noticed a lot more sniffling and sneezing going on at your house lately. That's because allergy season is in full swing, both inside and outside. You may not be able to do much about all those flowering trees and grasses, but you can make the situation a little better inside. ...
Views: 1247 - Organizing Your New Year's Resolution List - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2007 from Jan HaynerAre you like me and tend to make a dozen New Years Resolutions and don't really follow through on any of them? That has been my problem for years, but not this year, I have a new system that I think will work for me. Did you ever wonder why you don't follow through? Did you ever wonder what ...
Views: 1247 - It's Hard to Make a Difference When you Can't Find Your Desk - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Sara CaputoIt’s Hard to Make a Difference When You Can’t Find Your Desk... Three new ideas you can immediately implement to find your desk again There’s a great book called “It’s Hard to Make a Difference When you Can’t Find Your Keys.” Its author, Marilyn Paul, outlines seven steps to truly becoming ...
Views: 1245 - Tameer Pakistan: the ultimate truth towards betterment of Pakistan. - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from tameer pakistanTameer Pakistan is the Ngo of highly dedicated and patriotic persons further; it is one of the best leading Ngo with the aim to tameer pakistan. Every individual has a deep attachment with its country and every patriotic person tends to contribute for the prosperity and for the betterment of ...
Views: 1245(1 vote) - The Cure for "Mental Clutter" - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Maya Willis"Mental clutter" can be a big problem for many people. If you find that you have lots of ideas but not much time in which to implement them, chances are you're being adversely affected by mental clutter. Symptoms of this syndrome include frustration, worry, distraction, disorganization, and a ...
Views: 1245 - The Key to Becoming a Highly Effective Business Owner - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2013 from Tracia LarimerAs solopreneurs our passion arises from either the services we offer or the products we make or sell. This is where our creative force is most engaged. As CEOs of our own destiny, it’s easy to skip the drudgery of everyday chores and necessary paperwork when our passion is calling us to a ...
Views: 1245(1 vote) - 7 Common Problems Stopping Your Small Business Success - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from Heidi DeCouxThese seven common mistakes keep small business owners from living their dreams fully. They keep them buried in every day work and far out of touch from their big dreams. Or just as bad lofted in their big dreams while their day to day business fall apart at their feet. You want to be a ...
Views: 1244 - 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: 1244 - Closet Organizing On The Cheap - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Colleen LangenfeldYou've probably seen those expensive closet organizing systems that make your closet better organized than your kitchen. These are wonderful products if you are looking for top-of-the-line, but if you want the same results...organizing your closet effectively...but don't want to spend a lot, ...
Views: 1243 - Photo Organizing Solutions - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Amy BrueskeDigital photography is great and very popular nowadays, but what in the world do you do with all of your year’s worth of accumulated unorganized printed photos still sitting in boxes and/or scattered around your home screaming for your attention? Sooner or later, they're going to need a little ...
Views: 1243(1 vote) - Home as Sanctuary - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Beth DargisHow do you want to feel when you walk into your home? Soothed? Relaxed? Comforted? At the moment how to you feel when you walk into your home? Most of us want a place we can relax in and be renewed. This will be different for different families. Some like a little clutter and homeyness. ...
Views: 1241 - How to Quickly Prioritize During Overwhelm - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Julie GrayIt is a common belief that our short-term memory can hold up to 7 pieces of information at any given time. That is why they originally made telephone numbers 7 digits long. But in recent years scientists have realized the real number is actually closer to 4. FOUR. 4 ideas, to-dos, ...
Views: 1241 - 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: 1240 - What's In It For Me? Is Organizing Really Worth It? - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Renee UrsemIs it really worth the time (and sometimes money) to get organized? I get asked that question a lot, both out loud and through body language. After all, some argue, I’ve gotten along this long. What’s the big deal? On the other hand, others confess: • I spent an hour looking for _______ ...
Views: 1240(1 vote) - 10 Useful Tips on Preparing for Your First Newborn - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Jen BurmeisterWhen you’re a first-time parent, the urge to buy tons of cute, new stuff for your baby is overwhelming. There are so many cool gadgets, products, clothes and more for your little one … not to mention all the already-parents telling you what you absolutely have to have in order to ...
Views: 1239 - How to Enhance Your Business Management Skills - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2019 from Albert BarkleyAs a manager, you will have to manage a group of people and to manage a group of people is not an easy task for a manager. Its reason is that you will have to face lots of problems like you are not able to outline your goals, you are not able to organize your goals and you are not able to engage ...
Views: 1235 - Be Prepared When Emergency Strikes - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Sue BeckerThe recent series of disasters in Japan, as well as unrest in many parts of the world, should have us all thinking a little bit more about whether or not we’re prepared for an unexpected disaster. Whether caused by Mother Nature or a human being, an emergency can throw our lives into chaos – ...
Views: 1234(1 vote) - Making the Most of a Busy Schedule - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Sue BeckerI recently finished working on a month-long project that had me leaving home at 7:00 a.m. and not returning until 9:30 p.m. every night. Although it would be easy to complain about working such long hours, there were plenty of positive outcomes from my experience: •I got to work on an ...
Views: 1233 - 8 Great Ways to Keep Your Family Organized - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI have confessed in the past, to loving organization in all its forms. At work, at home, on vacation... it just makes me feel good. So, without further ado, here are 8 great organizational tips for the whole family. 1. Set an intention How do you want your family life to be? What would ...
Views: 1232(8 votes) - 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: 1232 - ORGANIZE is Not a Four Letter Word - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2009 from Michelle WeimerOrganize is not a four letter word… It’s actually eight letters. When you look around your home or office, do you often get that sick feeling in the pit of your stomach thinking, “Where do I start?” And then because there is such a sense of overwhelm with the notion of even starting, that you ...
Views: 1232(1 vote) - 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: 1232 - 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: 1227 - Domestic Packers and Movers - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from shiv shaktiWe are here to discuss about various kinds of domestic packers and movers, there role in developing the country, limitations, market opportunities. People make not be aware but every thing that comes to us from daily utility to automobiles, involves a proper distribution. There are commercial ...
Views: 1226 - How to Jump Start Your Own Organizing Makeover - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Sue BeckerI’ve had the opportunity to be part of several organizing makeover shows (as the organizer, not the client, mind you) and really enjoy seeing the client’s excitement as they view their transformed space for the first time. While you may be hoping there’s a television crew about to knock on your ...
Views: 1224 - 10 Reasons People Just Can’t Get Organized - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Marilyn BohnI have a friend who avoided going home after work because it was just too depressing. Her home was cluttered and disorganized in every room. She had fast food wrappers everywhere. Drinks had spilled on the couch and carpet that made a sticky mess. She couldn’t find her DVD’s because they were ...
Views: 1222(1 vote) - 10 Easy Tips on How to De-clutter Your House - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Claire McFeeIf you feel stressed just by thinking about the clutter that has invaded your home don’t fret, there is hope! It didn’t get there overnight and won’t disappear overnight, so you need to be realistic about the time it will take to organize it. Taking many, many small steps will give you the ...
Views: 1222 - Know why is Magento a Powerful Open Source? - by Submitted on May 07, 2018 from Rahul MathurIntroduction Magento is a popular PHP-based open-source platform offering exciting ecommerce features and flexibility to online stores. Now, it has much flawless administrative management system with several appearance and functionalities. The platform can be integrated appropriately ...
Views: 1222 - Holiday Party Planning Made Simple - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Vali HeistMake holiday party organizing simple by starting a checklist well in advance. Your goal is to be a calm host/hostess on that evening and enjoy your own party! 1. Decide on the who, when, and where • Establish a budget. • Keep all receipts and information in a notebook or binder. • Include ...
Views: 1221 - 5 Organizing Tips to Simplify Bill Pay - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2009 from Marilyn BohnWhen the weather is cold I love turning up the furnace. I am glad I wasn't a pioneer because I love my electric blanket and warm showers. In the summer it is nice to step into our home and feel the cool air when it is hot outside. But having heat and air conditioning means there is a bill to ...
Views: 1220 - 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: 1220 - ORGANIZING TIPS FOR WORKING WOMEN: Three Steps to BEING Organized - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Patty KreamerIf your life is full or clutter, or you’re disorganized now, and you want a fast way to “get organized,” there’s another way! Learn a three-step process that will leave you “being organized,” and learn how my “E.A.S.Y.” method provides a fast way to deal with your stuff. What do you do when ...
Views: 1220 - How Much Time Does Email Steal from Your Day? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Sue BeckerDid you ever pay attention to how much time you spend processing email each day? I couldn’t find a decisive analysis of the subject, but various studies conclude that Americans spend anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours on average. That’s a significant amount of time, especially considering ...
Views: 1218 - The Good News About Clutter - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from A.J. MillerHard times provide an opportunity to ask hard questions and several times in the last year I have heard clients overwhelmed by their clutter wonder out loud, “Why did I buy all this stuff?” The answer is that our economy is driven by material consumption so it constantly needs and encourages us ...
Views: 1218(3 votes) - 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: 1217 - 10 Essential Time Management Tips To Get Results - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Beth TabakTo organize life and manage time we have to aim to manage self. How we spend time that produces results (or lack of) is about choices, habits, and actions. Here are ten tips to get the most of your day and the results you want. Make Deliberate Choices Intentionally choose how to use time. Time ...
Views: 1216 - 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: 1216 - Taking Charge of Facebook Time - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2017 from Julie DohertyAfter receiving an email from Janet Kafadar re-"Giving up Facebook", it made me rethink some of my strategies. I am fairly disciplined with it and the time I spend. However, since I have begun putting my online course together, I started with the normal hesitancies but then I had really turned ...
Views: 1216 - Control What You Buy Or It Will Control You! - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from A.J. MillerRecently, I returned to a client’s home to help her tune-up the clothes closet in her bedroom. When she opened the door, the first thing I noticed were the boxes of cereal and paper towels that had taken up residency on the shelf. Like many New Yorkers, my client has limited closet space for her ...
Views: 1213(1 vote) - Easier Communication Through Good Organization - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Maya WillisIf staying in touch with family and friends seems to be more trouble than it is worth, this could be a sign that you need better organizational strategies. If you dread the thought of sending out party invitations because you don't have everyone's address close at hand, you're making things much ...
Views: 1213 - Getting Organized: One Size Does Not Fit All - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Hellen ButtigiegHave you made several attempts to get organized, but ended up frustrated and overwhelmed because you couldn’t keep it that way for very long? Don’t worry; it’s not your fault. And it doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with you either. It just may be that the techniques you tried were not a ...
Views: 1211(1 vote) - How To Clean Out The Clutter - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Lorraine PirihiThis time of year, it's important to clear out the clutter and start the year with a fresh approach. I completely detoxed my own office over the break and couldn't believe how much stuff I had accumulated that I didn't need. I do my regular mini-clean-ups weekly and the major ones around 4 ...
Views: 1211 - 3 Secret Habits of A Successful Entrepreneur/Leader - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2018 from M Nasir AzizAs an entrepreneur, I started off like many, ambitious, ruthless, and hardworking. I dedicated more hours than there are in a day to my business. It didn’t take too long before I found myself burned out and feeling hopeless. My business began to crumble in front of my eyes with my dream of ...
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