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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- Business Organizing Tip - Increases Morale and Efficiency by Sharing Reference Files - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Sherry BorsheimFiling paperwork is often the most disliked and avoided task in an office. Many people find it too time consuming and complicated to find a home for all their paperwork so it ends up piling up here and there and everywhere, making matters worse. The good news is that it is not as hard as many ...
Views: 1109 - Overcome Stress by Learning How to Get Organized at Work - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Sherry BorsheimStress is taking huge tolls on our physical and mental health in the U.S. today. It is estimated that 75-90 percent of all doctor visits are related to stress. Stress can be blamed for conditions like allergies, migraine headaches, ulcers, high blood pressure, and skin and bowel problems. ALL of ...
Views: 719 - 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: 929 - Home Organization for a New Baby - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxAs calendar days tic by and you’re the view of your feet over your stomach becomes a more and more distant memory you likely have realized you soon will be facing one of your biggest home organization challenges yet! While you put together registries and browse shelf after shelf in the baby ...
Views: 1094 - Paper Filing Systems - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2011 from Elaine Quinn• File and Find Documents Fast The only reason to file papers is to give them a place to be until you need them again. A good filing system should take you very little time to file or find documents. Don’t spend time creating an elaborate system, and don’t automatically file everything that ...
Views: 1186 - ***Add some Floor Space to your Closet with some Handy Shoe Organizers - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Get OrganizedHuman beings have been wearing shoes for thousands of years. Archeologists have uncovered sandals that date back to 8000 BC. Early footwear was entirely utilitarian. Its only purpose was to protect the feet from injury. In time, however, more decorative shoes made their way to the stage. The ...
Views: 2112 - Procrastination: Time Management’s Enemy - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Lisa MontanaroAh, procrastination. Most people experience it at one time or another. Procrastination can be a deep-seated problem involving fear of failure or success, or a natural result of overload. Regardless of why you are experiencing procrastination, there are ways to overcome it! How you choose to ...
Views: 1742 - 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: 1023(1 vote) - 3 Easy Ways to Get Tasks Off Your Plate (and Onto Someone Else’s) - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from joshua zerkelYou can streamline, combine, and massage tasks ad infinitum, but most of us will reach a point where there are simply too many things for one individual to do. At that point, you have a few options - 1) reprioritize and remove some tasks from your list; 2) work around the clock to finish all ...
Views: 770 - Cloud Computing – An Innovation That Drives Call Center Outsourcing Easily! - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Shane ReidThe rising demand and choice of BPO industry by the key business brands have urged the small business players to head towards a new principle of serving customer loyalty. With this significant change in the soaring requirements, many software companies have started to encourage the call center ...
Views: 1143 - Saying Goodbye So You Can Say Hello - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanSometimes in life we have to make tough choices if we want to grow and live the life we know we are meant to live. We may have to give up a part of ourselves that we have grown comfortable with, even if we know that it isn't the self we want to bring on our journey. I was watching Peter ...
Views: 1116(1 vote) - How Do You Make To-Do Lists? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaOne day during a group coaching session the topic of list making came up. It was interesting to see that some of the people made to-do lists daily and others never worked off of a list. It occurred to me that perhaps I should write a post about how to make a to-do list that works for ...
Views: 946 - The #1 Storage Mistake and How to Avoid It - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Julie GrayThis month has been filled with so many fun organizing projects and amazing transformations! In a matter of minutes one client cleared out three closets full of clothes that no longer fit her and made room not only for more storage but also for greater self-acceptance. She was ...
Views: 830 - The First Step to Organizing Microsoft Outlook – Using Contact Categories - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Sherry BorsheimWhen used to its full potential, Microsoft Outlook is a powerful tool for productivity! However it can quickly become a source of stress and frustration for those who aren’t sure how to use it. This series of articles will help you increase your productivity by teaching you about organizing ...
Views: 1735 - Learn How to be Organized at Work the FAST way! - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Sherry BorsheimWhen you ask people what their biggest frustration with their workspace is, they are likely to mention paper clutter! All the junk mail, bills, and reports to read – it can get overwhelming quite quickly! It doesn’t have to be this way though – the method in this article will help you get ...
Views: 782 - Tools to Get Stuff Out of Your Head - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Julie GrayPause for a moment and consider just how many to-dos, ideas, projects, and plans you’ve currently got floating through your brain. They keep flitting around bumping into other thoughts, (“Boy, I wish I was still in bed”), and never stay put on your mental to-do list. It takes constant vigilance ...
Views: 685 - Incentive Programs in Call Centers -- How To Enrich Them? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Shane ReidThe working style can depend from person to person in a call center. Some employees spend their daily schedule just to complete their office hours. But if some attractive incentive schemes or policy is made within the employees, the overall and individual performance is definitely expected to go ...
Views: 3495 - 5 Simple and Effective Home Organizational Tools - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxAre you an organizing addict? On a day off do you find yourself walking around the aisles of the nearest organization store appreciating the baskets, containers, hangers, gadgets, and all the other “must haves”? We have goals for organizing home paperwork, closets, drawers and other rooms and ...
Views: 1002 - How Daily Planning Increases Profitability - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2011 from TJ PhilpottDaily planning is an absolute must for anybody who expects to build a profitable business on the internet. In fact failure to do so will only result in wasted time and effort therefore it is essential that you establish your works goals each and every day! To many this may seem like more work ...
Views: 967 - Ways to do Corporate philanthropy - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Jake EdmundCorporate philanthropy has become an ever more important way of raising money for those with a worthy cause. Whether it be for those with an illness, or for research, corporate philanthropy could not be more necessary to get these causes the funding they need to go ahead and keep making a ...
Views: 698 - Corporate fundraising: Charity for a cause - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Jake EdmundCorporate fundraising has become a more and more popular way of raising money for charity these days. Corporate fundraising can be vital to the life of a charity, as large amounts of money can come from corporations. Corporate institutions are working to generate money, and often have some ...
Views: 650 - 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: 725 - Give a helping hand through chronic illness support - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Jake EdmundYou may not realise it, but many people out there have a chronic illness. There may even be people you know who suffer from a chronic illness, but simply do not talk about it. This goes to show how wide reaching chronic illness is, and how important it is that we give our support to those who ...
Views: 715 - ***Laundry Room Organizers that can take the Hassle out of a Boring Chore - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Get OrganizedBefore the advent of the washing machine, families did not wash clothing all that often. The reason for this was simple: it was hard work. Clothes had to be soaked in warm, soapy water and then rubbed against the corrugated surface of a washboard to remove dirt, odors and stains. The process ...
Views: 1549 - ***Jewelry Organizers that can handle your Big Collection - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Get OrganizedOwning a large collection of jewelry is, in many ways, similar to having a large collection of shoes. At first glance it may seem excessive. Why have so many heels, flats and boots? Why so many necklaces, bracelets and earrings? The answer is the same for both questions: accessorizing. ...
Views: 2845 - ***Cut Some Stress from Your Life With These Clever Laundry Room Organizers - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Get OrganizedWe’ve all been there: we’ve entered our laundry areas and laundry rooms to get some work done, and noticed that things are all over the place. The detergent is spilling over onto the floor; the dryer sheets have long come out of their box and the laundry, of course, is piled everywhere. Forget ...
Views: 1083 - Increase Effectiveness with Checklists - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Jane CranstonAtul Gawande is an accomplished scholar (Mac Arthur Fellow), a staff writer for The New Yorker, and a Harvard professor, in addition to being a well-respected surgeon. He is also an astute observer with a curious mind. In the world of surgery, infection kills more people than the operations. ...
Views: 1239(3 votes) - Secrets of a Qualitative Team Leader – Read Them Carefully - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Shane ReidThe responsibility of a team leader can vary in diverse organizations. In some of the aspects the individuals might have to handle huge members, whereas in small organizations the job is limited to very few. The role of team leader in the call center is a great challenge. Handling a team of ...
Views: 700 - Use Teamwork to Help You Get Organized - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Maya WillisGetting organization is something that is on almost everyone's "to-do" list. Unfortunately, busy lifestyles, family responsibilities and other commitments can often make it difficult to find the time you need in order to get the job done. If you are having problems finding enough time to develop ...
Views: 750 - Quick Tips to Help You Organize Your Vehicle - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Maya WillisThe average person spends a significant amount of time each week in their vehicle. As a result, vehicles have a tendency to become messy, disorganized and dirty. Instead of starting and ending your day with a commute in a messy vehicle, why not take the time to clean and organize your car, truck ...
Views: 850 - Quick Tips to Help De-Clutter Your Bathroom - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Maya WillisAlthough the bathroom is often one of the smallest rooms in the house, it can also be one of the busiest rooms. Unfortunately, this sometimes means that the bathroom is also one of the messiest rooms in the house. If bathroom clutter and disorganization is getting you down, perhaps it's time to ...
Views: 702 - 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: 714 - Organize Your Thoughts and Get More Done - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Maya WillisAlthough you often hear a lot about getting your home, office and yard organized, it's also important to remember that it's hard to get things accomplished when your mind is cluttered and disorganized. In today's busy world, it can sometimes seem as though there just isn't enough time in the day ...
Views: 1230 - Do You Need a Professional Organizer? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you feel as though you never seem to be able to get organized, you might sometimes wonder if you need somebody to give you a bit of help. Professional organizers specialize in helping people take control of their time, belongings and even their lives. If you've ever wondered if a professional ...
Views: 826 - Eliminate Food Waste: Organize Your Refrigerator and Freezer - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Maya WillisIn today's challenging economy, most people cannot afford to waste money or resources for any reason. Just as is the case with everything else the average family needs to buy, the cost of food continues to rise. Although food is a basic essential that nobody can do without, there are ways that ...
Views: 1119 - Top 10 Summer Organizing Projects - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Renee UrsemSummer is here. Whether you have kids or not, to most of us summer means vacation. It’s a time to slow down, take it easy, and have some fun. With a little planning, it can also be a time to get a little something done. Mini-projects help you create order in a short amount of time so you ...
Views: 940 - Importance of Writing Articles for websites - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Guneet SinghFor any type of information you want to distribute or collect, the internet is the most commonly used point of supply. Online you can get any fact or opinion about anything. Write an article and distribute it on internet is the most powerful way to share knowledge among others. To write an ...
Views: 1574(1 vote) - Do You Have the Most Important Element of Business Organizing? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Sherry BorsheimA functional workspace is perhaps the most important element of business organizing. Everyone from the presidents of multi-million dollar companies to the assistants who keep everything running smoothly needs an efficient workspace. Creating an efficient workspace might seem like an overwhelming ...
Views: 868 - 9 Fantastic Tips To Prepare For A Vacation From Work - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Marilyn BohnPreparing at work for your vacation involves more than just getting rid of clutter on your desk. Are you worried the entire time you are away from your office under the guise of "being on a vacation"? Are you one of those people who feel pressured to be "at work" even when they are away from the ...
Views: 992 - How Organizing Your Office Closet Can Make You More Productive - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxHome offices that don’t use their space effectively can become cluttered and unruly. That is why finding space for your home filing systems is so crucial. Many times home offices are smaller rooms, this makes it important to use every inch of available space efficiently including the closet. ...
Views: 985(1 vote) - Start Your Own Booming Logo Design Business Online - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Alferd MichealHave you ever noticed that there is a logo printed on every business card and website? A logo is a clear mark which helps customers in associating it with a particular logo. The business or company logo becomes a part of their corporate culture. It is very interesting if you can become a part of ...
Views: 1322 - 5 Travel Tips For Organizing Important Travel Documents - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Marilyn BohnTraveling is fun and takes us away from our "normal" lives but it can be frustrating if you don't have the right documents with you when you need them. Learn what documents you need when you travel and how to quickly organize them by using these 5 proven organizing tips. I am going to tell ...
Views: 1921 - 5 Proven Tips To Help You Simplify Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Marilyn BohnDo you wish your life could be simplified? As a professional organizer, women tell me all the time they want to simplify their home and life. Many of them recognize a way to simplify is to get rid of clutter and get organized. Living simply and being organized has a different meaning to ...
Views: 1031 - Planning for the Inevitable - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Sue BeckerIt's not a pleasant subject, which partly explains why so many people put off creating an estate plan. On top of that, estate planning requires the skill of advanced planning, something many of my clients aren't particularly good at (at least not until after they work with me!). If you don't ...
Views: 875 - Manage Your Notes - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Sue BeckerWhether you take notes on scraps of paper, in your planner, or in a notebook, they can pile up quickly. Notes may result from attending a meeting, taking a class, having a phone conversation or engaging in a face-to-face conversation. No matter what the source of the notes, it’s important to ...
Views: 880 - Own Less and Gain More - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Sue BeckerA recent Oprah episode included an interview with multimillionaire director Tom Shadyac, who decided to simplify his life by letting go of his mansion and many of his belongings. His former home had 17 bedrooms (although he wasn’t quite sure how many!) and 13 bathrooms. He downsized to a mobile ...
Views: 795 - Keep Your Paperwork Under Control - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Sue BeckerHow did your tax season go this year? Was preparing your taxes a breeze because you'd carefully organized everything throughout the year to avoid the frantic searches you'd experienced in past years? Or did you file an extension because you're hopeful that by October you'll be able to find all ...
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