Do you struggle with paper clutter in your office and home? Paper clutter is the most popular area that becomes overwhelming for most people. Regardless of where paper shows up, many people are confused about the rules of what to keep and when to toss items. So, paper clutter is often a common pain point for many! When you run a business, you have the added dimension of paper clutter for your … [Read more...]
Comparing Space Styles: Straightener and No Rules
Straightener Style Preference vs. No Rules Style Preference The Straightener and No Rules Organizing Style Preferences are aligned around how well you are able to tolerate disorder. The 'Law of Disorder' happens as a part of life... it seems that there is an ever-expanding perimeter of stuff. … [Read more...]
Find A Home
During 1-on-1 organizing sessions I often ask a client: “Where does this live?” When someone couldn’t answer, I knew it was time to assign the item a living place, or a “home”. Giving an item a home, ensures it has somewhere to be stored, accessed, and tucked away after it is used. … [Read more...]
Productivity Tip: Like With Like
If you're an organizing junkie, you'll be very familiar with the term "like with like." This organizing concept simply means that items should be sorted and grouped together into meaningful categories that make sense to you. To put this organizing principle in play for yourself, group like items together - then determine where and how these items are used. Place items nearest to where they … [Read more...]
#8 – Professional Organizers Unveiled: Myths vs. Facts!
This month, I'm exploring the field of Professional Organizers, to help answer your most common questions! Today, I'll answer the following question: "So how is a savvy yet disorganized shopper to decide how to choose a PO that is right?" The greatest thing about a free market and small business options is that it gives the client choice. … [Read more...]