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 at bay.  Of course, IKEA was a great place to be because they have a variety organizing products priced to fit any budget.

It’s no coincidence that GO Month takes place every January.  It’s the time that almost everyone starts making resolutions.  This is when many people start thinking about the changes they want to make on both the personal and business fronts.  It’s a fresh start and a chance to make positive steps in the right direction.  For you self-starters out there, there are many books and resources you can use to help streamline your systems and to help you be more productive and efficient.

Here are a few of books I’ve read that you might helpful:

Want the help of a professional organizer?  Visit these websites to find the right organizer for you:

• NAPO · Throughout the U.S.
• NSGCD · Throughout the U.S. · Specialty: Chronic Disorganization
• POC · Canada
• AAPO · Australasia
  

Whether you’re self-motivated or need to call in a pro organizer, I hope you’ll use the few remaining days of January to start thinking about the changes you want to make.  Write them all down and then pick your top two goals.

Ok, now, G.O.