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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- She's got the power! The lady with success tied around her little finger... Meet Linda Elze... force of nature, lovable champ, an example to us all. Worldprofit Sales Person of the Year, 2013 - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2013 from Ruthsella CorasolAuthor's program note. I am about to do you the biggest favor of your life. For right here, right now I am going to introduce you to a svelte California grandmother named Linda Elze... and I can assure you it's a contact you will cherish, the way so many all over this grand world already ...
Views: 1454 - Organizing: Tasks v. Projects - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Janice RussellDo you feel like you never get to the end of your to-do list? Are there some to-do items that seem to move from list to list? Do you track things to be done on one list, multiple pieces of paper, an electronic device, or in your head? One crucial factor in getting organizing is using time ...
Views: 1365 - Three Self Improvement Tips On How To Become More Productive - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2013 from Ewen ChiaDo you find yourself struggling to be productive at work? I hope these three self improvement tips on how you can become more productive. At the end of this article, I hope you will have a better understanding of this topic, so without further ado, let me dive right in! The first step you ...
Views: 1676(1 vote) - Stuff Your Face OR Face Your Stuff! - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2013 from Dorothy ~ The Organizer ~ BreiningerIt was during my third season filming Hoarders. I was asked to fly to a bustling Midwestern town to work with a woman who hoards toys (for kids who’ve long grown up), clothes (that no longer fit), and more than a dozen goats, several dogs, a bunch of chickens and roosters, a few cats, and a ...
Views: 1742 - How Do I Begin to Declutter When I Feel Overwhelmed By My Stuff? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2013 from Dorothy ~ The Organizer ~ BreiningerLast week I was asked twice by people in totally different circumstances, how a person can begin to declutter, when they feel overwhelmed both by their “stuff” and their emotions, as well as the very thought of tackling the task. The most challenging step when decluttering is the first – ...
Views: 2002 - Online Self Help Tips – Four Signs That You Have Been Overworking Yourself - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2013 from Ewen ChiaOnline self help tips – Do you feel like you have a never ending pile of work on your desk, but you just keep pushing yourself to complete the job so that you can finally enjoy some free time and “me” time? Well, here is the harsh reality. In most cases, your workload will never cease and you ...
Views: 1520 - What Your Organization or Disorganization Will Say About You - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2013 from Janice RussellWhen people leave this world, they always leave a legacy. The legacy might be food, clothing or shelter for those less fortunate. It might be a building used to educate others. The legacy might be children who solve major world problems. These are the bigger legacies. The more obvious ones. ...
Views: 1191 - Increase Organization through Listening - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2013 from Janice RussellWhile listening doesn't sound like something required to organize, it actually is an important part of reaching your organizing goals. Listening is both an internal and external activity. We listen externally when we converse with others or tune into the radio or television. We listen ...
Views: 1841 - Rebuild Through Organizing - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Janice RussellHas your life gotten out of kilter in some way? Maybe your job doesn’t excite you anymore or you don’t have a job and want one. Perhaps you want to spend more time with family or friends or doing a hobby you really enjoy. Possibly there is something that you have always wanted to do that you ...
Views: 1290 - Learn to Be Clutter-Free - by Submitted on May 25, 2013 from Michelle PrimaBeing clutter-free is more than getting rid of things you don’t need or use. It’s more than cleaning off a counter, emptying the garage or paring down your collections. Being clutter-free also means a change in life-style—for the better. How will you benefit by getting rid of clutter? ...
Views: 1990(2 votes) - Organize Your Life Online With This Free Tool - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from TJ PhilpottIn order to organize your life in the hectic internet environment you'll want something lightweight, effective and convenient! Now if you're an online affiliate trying to earn a buck this need becomes even a bigger concern due to the frequency of change affiliates must contend with to be ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - What is a ‘To Do’ Anyway? - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Rosie GrayI’m a big fan of ‘to do’ lists as they are such a quick way to regain a sense of control, and a simple way to keep that way. Our brains simply don’t have enough RAM to remember all our commitments at work and home, and taking information out of our head and onto a list frees up the energy needed ...
Views: 1411 - Feeling Overwhelmed And Overcoming That Feeling - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from TJ PhilpottFeeling overwhelmed is something that affects just about anybody but for the sake of this conversation we're focusing internet business entrepreneurs! Taking to the web in search of financial independence can be a very exhilarating sensation but it also tends to pull you out of your comfort ...
Views: 1192 - 3 Things to Lookout for To Enhance Your Productivity, Improve Your Business and Profits - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2013 from Carrie GreeneI've seen it happen again and again. You wake up in the morning ready to go. You've already decided, "Today's the day." It might be the day that you're going to clear off your to-do list. Maybe you'll spend the day making sales calls. Or maybe it's the day that you're finally going to ...
Views: 1553 - Archive Your Past Tax Documents - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Janice RussellWhew! The tax deadline is behind us! Now, it's time to figure out what to do with that pile of papers covering the desk or dining room table. Not sure where to start? There is an easy way to archive taxes to ensure that you are within IRS rules. Plus, you don't really have to think about it ...
Views: 1359 - Why Tax Season Can be Challenging for ADHD Adults - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Laurie DuparIt’s that time of the year again…the 90 plus days that are the bane of existence for most adults with ADHD. Yes, I’m talking about tax season - when all of our best intentions from the year before can either feel like our saving grace or plunge us into weeks of despair. For whatever reason, ...
Views: 3494(1 vote) - Calibration gases – Helping You Set Measurement Standards - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2013 from Evan lambortBefore specialty gases are used in any manufacturing process or in a lab, a calibration gas is first used. These gaseous substances are gasses whose concentration is known. They are used as a standard of comparison in analytical instrumentation. The accuracy of the substance, the concentration, ...
Views: 1143 - Where, oh Where can My Papers Go? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2013 from Janice RussellHow many of the following papers could you find in one minute? -Birth Certificate -Closing documents for your home or rental agreement -All supporting documents for taxes -Record of most recent subscription to a magazine or newspaper -Most recent social security statement By the way, ...
Views: 1192 - 10 Point Checklist to Successfully Manage a Crisis - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2013 from Chris Ruisi787 Dreamliner or Nightmare – Boeing Has A Crisis Over the last several weeks, we have read about the problems with Boeing’s new state-of –the-art 787, which has resulted in the FAA “grounding” the entire fleet of this new airliner. The center of the storm is focused on the new lithium-ion ...
Views: 1392(1 vote) - How to Prioritize When Everything is #1 - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Julie GrayWhen I am speaking in front of a group on the topic of productivity and organization, inevitably I get this question: “I have so many tasks I need to get done that are ALL are TOP priorities. How do I figure out what to do when everything is a #1 priority? Good question. I have some ...
Views: 1681 - How to Connect Your Workforce with Leadership Program? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2013 from Sonu ParasharIs your organization’s workforce dying down due to lack of motivation? Are you planning anything to motivate them by introducing a prolific leadership program? Here are some basic steps that you must take to understand your work force and then connect it with the right organizational leadership ...
Views: 1202 - The Ages and Stages of Organizing - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from Renee Ursem“I don’t know how things got to this point. I used to be so organized.” I hear this lament all the time. People who had no trouble keeping their stuff under control in their 20s one day wake up with “junk rooms” and piles that need to be stashed before company arrives. What happened? Do ...
Views: 1903 - Asking and Receiving - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Liz WolfeI just threw away $75 in Borders gift cards. Before ultimately admitting defeat, I had confidently gone to barnesandnoble.com to redeem them. I recalled that B&N had taken over when Borders had gone out of business, so I assumed that they would accept my gift cards. Boy, was I wrong. ...
Views: 1673 - Organizational Leadership For Achieving Strategic Goals And Objectives - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Sonu ParasharManagement function requires planning and structuring an organization along with monitoring various activities. Top-notch managers and business executives are not necessarily leaders. Organizational leadership segregates excellent leaders from average managers. Organizational leadership ...
Views: 6160 - Managing Your Email Inbox - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2013 from Carrie GreeneWhen I sat down at my computer I was instantly overwhelmed. I opened my email and it was overflowing. I knew there were messages in there that needed my attention. There were emails from current clients, prospective clients, and colleagues looking for information. There were opportunities ...
Views: 1420 - Frame Your Important Reminders - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2013 from Tracey FarmerYears ago I found and printed out the poem entitled, "I Wish." Since then, I have kept it with the important papers in my office that I review every Monday. Every time I read it, I get choked up all over again. Having a daughter in college, I know what it feels like to think that you ...
Views: 1271(1 vote) - I’m Scared to Share This With You - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Julie GrayIn the last week alone I’ve done the following: > Consistently eaten far more sugar than what feels good to my body > Procrastinated and rationalized my way out of yoga class three times > Found it mind-numbingly exhausting to empty my dishwasher > Stayed up past midnight a handful of ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - Organize Your Life with Your Smart Phone Calendar - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2013 from Tracey FarmerSmart phones, with their many features and capabilities, have become a staple in daily life. It's the first thing that we check in the morning and the last thing we put down before we go to sleep. Without it, I know that my life would be in complete chaos. One of the main reasons for my ...
Views: 1443(1 vote) - Homework Log for the Frustrated Family - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerAfter many, many arguments and numerous updates from my son's school about grades less than 90, I decided to intervene and help alleviate some of the frustration that Ryan, his teachers and myself were feeling about his homework grades. Ryan is an extremely intelligent child who has just ...
Views: 1916(3 votes) - 12 Ways to Get Extra Help during the Holidays - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerAs the days inch closer to December 25th, people start getting more and more frantic, trying to figure out ways to get everything done. Shopping, baking, decorating, sending out cards, cooking, upcoming parties, cleaning, guests arriving, wrapping, kids out of school, traveling...the list is ...
Views: 2107(2 votes) - Ultimate Checklist to Welcome Holiday Guests - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerAs the arrival date of holiday guests quickly approaches, there are a number of little things that can be done to ensure a very warm welcome. Surprising your guests with little goodie baskets and an inviting bedroom that makes them feel at home is key. Some of these items might even be ...
Views: 1467(2 votes) - Leaving Town for the Holidays Checklist - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerWhen traveling over the holidays, there are many things that must be taken into account...home security, home office paperwork, transporting presents, packing clothes, house winterizing, boarding pets, and the list goes on. With many years of being on the go over the Christmas holidays under ...
Views: 2051(2 votes) - 12 End-Of-Year Personal Finance Must Do's - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerWith the end of the year looming, there are many tasks that must be completed before this impending deadline. There are even a few perks that might help to ease the transition into the new year. While I am by no means an accountant, financial planner or lawyer, I have come up with a list ...
Views: 1408(2 votes) - Stashing Necessities for Quick and Easy Access - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey Farmer"Mom, where are the scissors?" "Kids, did you wash your hands before putting up your clean clothes?" "Honey, where's the fire extinguisher?!?" The last one is my personal favorite. After a long day of cooking Thanksgiving dinner, the grease from the turkey that dripped on the bottom ...
Views: 1397(1 vote) - Tips In Making Trade Show Displays Last For Many Years - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from Marie AyedLooking around the room at a trade show, you'll see a sea of displays and booths. The most desirable ones are easily noticeable. You'll probably notice that they appear to be new, look well put-together and have been taken careful care of. So, keeping this in mind, there are particular ...
Views: 1664 - The 3 Rules Of Organization That Are Crucial To Small Business Owners - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2013 from Jennifer HazlettAre you unorganized and overwhelmed? Is your work area a disaster zone with papers strewn across your desk, no processes in place to complete daily tasks and excessive information coming at you both online and off? The problem is that this state of physical and mental disorganization and ...
Views: 1135(1 vote) - 3 Simple Solutions to Clutter Control - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Jennifer HazlettDo you have a process you follow that keeps your home office organized? Do you document your expenses monthly or throw your receipts into a shoebox? When tax time comes, will your records be in order? Do you manage your emails daily or is your inbox out of control? It is much easier to ...
Views: 1243(2 votes) - The Tough Cookie Challenge: Getting Organized For the New Year - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Renee UrsemOut of all the cluttered spaces that I’ve seen as a Professional Organizer this year, one image remains. No, it wasn’t the worst thing I’ve seen, and it wasn’t found in the home of a hoarder. It was an opened package of Oreos® perched on top of a stack of plates in a kitchen cupboard. The ...
Views: 1061(1 vote) - 5 Ideas for Starting the New Year Out Feeling Refreshed - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2013 from Kim Kirmmse TothI had some real plans for how to spend my less busy time during the holidays. From December 19th to January 1st I only had 1 client each week. Wow. Certainly different than my usual week! Here are some of the things I accomplished and feel really good about. If any of these actions look like ...
Views: 1191(1 vote) - Develop the Details to Get Organized This Year - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2013 from Janice RussellWant to get organized this year? “Getting organized” is one of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions. Let’s bring your desire for organization into reality by developing a plan. Go ahead and groan, but without a destination, you don’t know how to get there. You may have heard of SMART goals: ...
Views: 1344(1 vote) - Ten “Knock Your Socks Off” Productivity Statistics - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Julie Gray1. “In 2005, a psychiatrist at King’s College in London administered IQ tests to three groups: the first did nothing but perform the IQ test, the second was distracted by e-mail and ringing phones, and the third was stoned on marijuana. Not surprisingly, the first group did better than the other ...
Views: 1253(1 vote) - Success Development - Why Financial Goal Setting Is Essential - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2012 from Tony BurnellOne of the barriers to success development is the inability to handle money. Money is a necessary commodity and if we do not learn to control it, it will control us. Even if you do not have a goal to be wealthy, you do need to learn basic financial goal setting to achieve your other goals. You ...
Views: 1220(2 votes) - Time is running short for Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007 getting expired - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2012 from ramky johnyThe rules get changed , reforms gets updated or expired whole Tax structure changes this effect Taxes new York city has to deal with. By having Jackson and Hewitt professional tax filing services you get prepared in advance for such situations and avoid any potential loss that may occur. The ...
Views: 836 - 4 Clear and Refreshing Ideas For Stress Free Mornings - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2012 from Marilyn BohnDo you dread mornings and feel like you always have to walk on eggshells because you are stressed to the max before you ever leave home in the mornings? Do you feel like a failure as a mother because your kids leave home without a good breakfast or lunch and everyone is fighting? Here are 4 ...
Views: 2643 - Distinguishing Characteristics and Benefits of organization development - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2012 from Sonu ParasharAny organizational development (OD) process starts with the apperception and identification of issues that can handle. Organizational development refers to the methods created by trainers, mentors and professionals to solve the pressing issues of organizations. People are most essential resource ...
Views: 3219(2 votes) - Things, Things and More Things - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Janice RussellNo one can miss the fact that the holiday season is upon us. We all know that this time of year is filled with shopping, parties, decorating, stress for some, and peace for others. Lurking in the back of many people’s minds are thoughts related to Things. All of us interact with ...
Views: 1011(1 vote) - How to Choose a Affordable Call Center Services which Fits Your Business Needs - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Ram ShyamIn today's world any of the business success demands that it should stay in contact with customers and clients through telephone communications. Now many of affordable call center services and its related services are available which can help your company to stay connected with the customers ...
Views: 1111 - Just One Thing This Holiday Season - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Renee UrsemThe push to get started on holiday shopping and planning starts earlier every year. Right after Halloween, images of parka-clad shoppers and ornaments decorated with sale items dance across our screens, urging us to shop early. A woman in my husband’s office asked if he was ready for the ...
Views: 1074 - How To Improve Your Memory And Feel More Organized - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2012 from Carmen CokerAn old Chinese proverb declares that “the palest ink is better than the best memory.” And there’s a good reason for it! Relying on your memory can be tricky business. When you think about the fact that: You get exposed to more information in one day than a well-educated individual living ...
Views: 914 - Without This Your Organizing System Can’t Last - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2012 from Julie GrayI’ve seen it time and time again. My client is no longer letting items fall through the cracks. They have created time in their calendar for focused work without interruptions. Their productivity has skyrocketed. They’ve built a beautiful system for knowing what it is they need to do and when ...
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