LET GO (Stage 2 to Getting Organized)
The second stage in getting organized (and working on your organizing project) is to LET GO of what doesn't work for you, what you no lo
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CLARIFY (Stage 1 to Getting Organized)
The first stage of organizing is CLARIFY. You need to get clear on what you really want and need before you start so you’ll end up where you
Shawndra Holmberg
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A Little Bit of Mindfulness
a little bit is helpful: 3-minute dose of mindfulness. Start by doing a little bit. It's so much easier than expecting you to take it on
Shawndra Holmberg
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Evacuating? Take your phone -- they didn't 😨
Most of us now rely on speed dial or pushing a button to connect us to others. What if you didn't have your phone or the battery died?
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Create Space in Your Life
Creating space in other areas of your life is just as important. Personal and
professional change, growth and development also require spa
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Organize Your Home to Sell
Organize your home to sell and create space for the buyers with these 6 steps.
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Keep Your FOCUS
We all get side-tracked at one time or another. But keeping your FOCUS is key to accomplishing your plans, projects and goals.
Shawndra Holmberg
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5 Strategies to Stop Procrastinating
You may be procrastinating because you don't know where to start; you're scared of failing or even just trying; you may be worried t
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But, what if I can't decide?
*** An excerpt from a future book *** Using fifteen-minute blocks of time, the goal was to sort papers, knickknacks, tools, clothes, project
Shawndra Holmberg
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10 Steps to Clearing the Clutter
You may have a room or an area filled with delayed decisions (aka clutter). If you are feeling overwhelmed and don't know where to start
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Organize (Stage 4 to Getting Organized)
The goal of organizing is to improve access to your belongings not just to store more in less space. So one strategy I start with is identif
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Begin with the End
It's easier to know when you've arrived, if you know where you want to go. So before you file that paper, store that item, create th
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Keep the Memories — Leave the Stuff
Clearing out my mom's home filled with memories. Rather than bringing back things that will stay in a box or storage shed, my intention
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4 Rules to Organize (and Live) By
Make it simple and easy. When you organize an area, ask "how easy will it be to maintain?" If putting something back in its place
Shawndra Holmberg
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7 documents you must have in your pet's emergency kit
Place the following 7 documents in a resealable plastic bag (2 bags are better than one) or a water proof poach - add it to your pet's kit.
Shawndra Holmberg
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Get Prepared
Get Prepared! 1) Get a Kit; 2) Make a Plan; 3) Be Informed; 4) Get Involved.
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Minutes Matter
Even a few minutes matter when it comes to getting rid of clutter, organizing your space, and especially maintaining your systems. Try...
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Keep your pet calm on the 4th (and during emergencies)
You already know if your dog, cat or other pet hates fireworks or thunderstorms. But even if they’re okay with the lights and bangs they may
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How Long Should I Keep It?
I'll focus on three categories of documents I routinely come across as a Professional Organizer. I'll share the resources I provide
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Build in Your File Maintenance
If 'getting the paperwork filed' isn't happening for you, consider simplifying your system and build in the file maintenance. Th
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