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5 Ways to Overcome Procrastination
Is there something you know you should be doing that you're procrastinating on like * straighten out a credit card charge * organize your closet * clean the garage * start an exercise program If it's been on your
5 Tips for Finding the Perfect Gift!
Are you feeling the pressure of getting the "perfect gift" and finishing up Christmas shopping? Let it go and shop smarter today! Here are 5 Tips to Finish Up Your Gifts. 1) Text the people you don't have a
Are You a Perfectionist? 3 Ways to Know
Are you a Perfectionist? I am. Sometimes I’m proud of it, and other times I have to sheepishly say “guilty.” I bet you might be a perfectionist, too, in at least one area of your life. For example, I was
3 Tips to Organize Your Phone Photos
If you take an average of 3 phone photos a day, that’s over 1,000 photos a year to sort! Wow, who has time to sort them all at once?! If you do these 3 tips regularly, you’ll always keep
Plan Tomorrow the Night Before
Anyone can develop the habit of preparing for tomorrow the night before. You’re set up for a good day when you have items placed in a regular “launching spot” and appointments confirmed the day before. Those who plan tomorrow
5 Ways to Overcome Procrastination
Are you procrastinating today? Procrastination can be a good thing if you don’t have enough information to make a good decision. But generally, procrastination looms over a daunting task that we don’t want to do however large or small.
How Organized Are You? Quiz
Sometimes taking an honest look at our activities and lifestyle gives us clues as to where we can save time and reduce stress. In this exercise, answer “yes” or “no” to pinpoint certain stressful areas and to find out
7 Time Tips to Stay Energized!
When someone wants to get organized, I often start with these 7 key time management tips to produce the balanced life she is looking for. Why? Because everything revolves around her ability to control her time and calendar to
5 Ways to Spice Up Your Fall Routine!
This week you'll turn the calendar to October 1, but will it make a difference? This year maybe not so much... unless you take charge and consider it a Fresh Start in your "Changing New Normal!" This morning I
10 Tips for 2-Minute Paper Pickups
How much can you accomplish with just a 2-Minute Paper Pickup at your desk? Once you make this a habit every time you leave your desk, you'll never come back to a mess. And you'll save time getting started
5 Tips to Get Ready for Vacation
Getting ready for vacation? Simplify your packing by getting a colorful mini-notebook to create a permanent “Vacation Check List.” Then follow these steps to get ready: Start tonight and ask what everyone is looking forward to - and realize
A Weekly Cleaning System that Works!
A Weekly Cleaning System is the backbone of staying on top of clutter. It frees up time since regular routines create order. The goal is to stay ahead of the dust and clutter without much effort. Here's what you
“Marcia, I just want you to know that I have successfully organized my garage and attic. It feels so good and I feel 10lbs lighter.
All that is left is my fabric and photos. I’m leaving for vacation on Tuesday and won’t be back until November 5th, so I will not tackle these projects until January.
Thank you so much for all your help, I know I wouldn’t have accomplished it without you. I took 10 boxes to the shredder last week, and the salvation army took at least 20 bags and boxes. Even if I never got any more done my kids will be happy, and more importantly, I am happy to have gotten this far.”