Archive for January, 2010
How’s That Resolution Coming Along?
By now, you’ve read a lot about Get Organized Month on OTR. Professional organizers across the country, myself included, have been using the 31 days in January to shine a light on the benefits of being organized. Now that the month is coming to a close, how’s your mindset? How’s your resolution to get more [...]
Fact Friday Quote: “The Shovunda”
Do you know about ‘The Shovunda?’ That’s when you shove stuff under here and shove stuff under there. ~Lee Silber, Author, during the Organizing Telesummit 2010, explaining what some people do when company’s coming over Books by Lee Silber //
The Value of a Good List
Are you a list maker? Today’s guest author, Jennifer Tankersly, shares why lists can be invaluable and help you manage and organize your thoughts. There are many tools and techniques available for organization and even time management, but none are as simple and effective as the list. All you need is a piece of paper [...]
GO Month Day 27: See the Possibilities
It’s day 27 of Get Organized Month. GO Month is all about the possibilities – the potential for “what can be.” Have you thought about your possibilities? Can you see your future, a more streamlined future? One without scavenger hunts for important papers? ..without racing against the clock to get to meetings on time…without special [...]
Quick Tip: Photo Organization
Organizing photographs can be a daunting task, especially when they’re scattered about your home. Here are three things to consider as you begin the process. Album or Box? Choose a containment system: photo album, e-file, CD, or photo box. If you enjoy the feel of handling photos, choose a photo box. Otherwise, choose the option [...]
GO Month 2010: Get Organized at IKEA
This past Saturday (and on January 9th), over 15 NAPO-WDC professional organizers gathered at IKEA (Woodbridge, VA). We shared tips with shoppers on how to organize their home office, children’s rooms, closets, and kitchens. Since January is Get Organized Month (GO Month), it was the perfect time to give advice on how to keep clutter [...]
Fact Friday: Ready for Dinner Guests?
In the June 2009 NAPO public quick poll, 1,397 people answered the following question: How long would it take you to get your house ready for dinner guests? The results are as follows: 65% said “4 hours or fewer” (913 votes) 11% said “I’ll never invite anyone inside” (151 votes) 10% said “8 hours” (142 [...]
“Hoarders” Snapshot: My Life as a Hoarding Expert by Dorothy Breininger
Ever wonder what it’s like to be the organizing professional who works with an extreme hoarder? Today’s guest author is Hoarding Expert, Dorothy Breininger. She gives us a glimpse into her life and what it’s like to work with families on the A&E program, Hoarders. It seems like taking a 5-hour plane ride, preparing for [...]
I like to Move it, Move it….
Having lived in the same state (and same house, really, with the exception of college and summers down the Jersey shore) for 25 years, I never really had much experience with moving. Then I got married, and my husband and I managed to log 5 moves, and 5 states, in the first 7 years of being married. The [...]
GO Month Day 20: Pro Organizers’ Favorite Products & Apps
On day 20 of Get Organized Month, we have a treat for you! Several professional organizers told us on Twitter (in only 140 characters) what their favorite organizing products and apps are. Now, don’t go off on a buying frenzy – figure out what you really need before you buy. Ok, now G.O. *********************************************************************** WendyDavie [...]
