Archive for January, 2010
Quick Tip: Coat Rack Vs. Hooks
Coat racks and hooks are great for keeping jackets and outerwear in a central location – and not cluttering benches and the backs of chairs. Both function well, come in a variety of styles, and can also be used for keys, umbrellas, hats, scarves. Here’s how to decide which one will work best for you. [...]
The Clutter Graveyard
I used to have a clutter graveyard. It was located in my home office. Whenever I didn’t want to deal with something – a box, paper, mail, anything – I would shove it in my office until I could get to it. Surprised? You shouldn’t be – pro organizers are busy just like everyone else [...]
Fact Friday: Brainpower
“Managing two mental tasks at once reduces the brainpower available for either task.” Read More: The Awful Truth Behind Multitasking · Avery Articles Get More Information Related Articles by Zemanta Study: Multitaskers actually worse at processing information than non-multitaskers (crunchgear.com) The Myth of Multitasking (sitepoint.com) Multitasking Muddles Brains, Even When the Computer Is Off (wired.com)
Are You a Master Procrastinator? Learn 4 Secrets to Put Procrastination Off Until Tomorrow!
Do you find yourself waiting until the last minute to complete tasks and projects? Today’s guest post can help! Check out Stephanie Calahan’s tips on how to “put off” those procrastination tendencies. “I can’t help it! I was born to procrastinate.” That was the statement I heard when talking with a new client about [...]
GO Month Day 13: Home Office Rehab
On day 13 of Get Organized Month, we’re focusing on the Home Office. Whether you’re a small business owner or a homeowner, it’s not unusual for the home office to get filled up with clutter. Does this sound like you? “It’s supposed to be my home office, but it’s more of a storage room.” “I [...]
Quick Tip: Stop Unwanted Catalogs With Catalog Choice
Do you have a catalog obstacle course in your home or office? If you find it hard to let go of catalogs because you haven’t read them yet, you are not alone. The good news is that you can stop them from hitting your doorstep altogether with Catalog Choice. Sign up with this service and they [...]
Hoarders in Your Neighborhood
Do you have a hoarder in your life? Perhaps you have a neighbor who’s a hoarder? According to msnbc.com, “an estimated 2 million people in the U.S. suffer from compulsive hoarding.” With such a high number, it should come as no surprise that you might have a hoarder living in your area. Recently, a woman [...]
Fact Friday (Funny) Quote: “The Office,” Part II
“If you do your spring cleaning in January, guess what you don’t have to do in the spring?” ~Michael Scott (character played by Steve Carell) [The Office · "The Secret" · 2006] Related Articles Fact Friday: Offsite Storage (dallisonlee.com/blog) Fact Friday, Green Edition: Kitchens (dallisonlee.com/blog) Fact Friday: Managing Your Attention (dallisonlee.com/blog)
3 Simple Steps to Keeping On Track During the Home Selling Process
Today’s guest blogger and Professional Home Stager, Alice Chan, shares some tips on how to organize the selling of your home and make the process go more smoothly. The mere thought of preparing for a move is enough to send most people over the edge, let alone actually preparing it to sell. Keep in mind [...]
GO Month Day 6: How to Stay Motivated
It’s only day six of Get Organized Month and life is still happening. Though your children may be back at school, you’re also back at work with all – or more – of your usual responsibilities. When life goes back to normal after the holidays, it’s easy to slip into “I’ll do it later” mode. [...]
