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Let’s tackle those closets

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Our closets are a place that we use very frequently. If they are clutter filled and not in order, this can add to our daily stress because we waste time and energy searching for the things we need on a regular basis. Start off tackling the closet by pulling everything out of the closet and sorting the items into categories. Do not try to make any decisions on whether you need an item at this time, just sort. Once you have completely sorted the entire closet into categories, you can go back and make a more informed decison about the… read more »

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Conquer your paper clutter

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If you have piles and piles (or boxes and boxes) of paper clutter and you attempt to tackle it the way we would automatically by making a decision on each paper you pick up, you will be mentally exhausted after the first pile. The best way to tackle this, or any other clutter, is to sort the paperwork out first. Without making any decisions at all, sort your paperwork into these categories: Action papers – These are any papers that require action. Even if that means to enter a phone number in your phone book, a party invitation, etc. Reference… read more »

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Clutter represents delayed decisions

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This is the most eye opening statement that I share with my clients. It’s true! Clutter is nothing but delayed decisions. I know we are all busy and just don’t feel like we have the time to tackle our clutter. But if you think about it long enough, you’ll realize that it is not just that we are too busy to deal with our clutter, but we also realize that to deal with the clutter we must make decisions. Realizing the necessity to make decisions in order to declutter only makes us put it off longer. The more we put… read more »

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Do you dread filing?

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One of my all time favorite products is Freedom Filer. The beauty of the Freedom Filer system is that every detail has already been thought through for you. There is a ton of information included with the Freedom Filer kit and online to help you with any questionable paper you may have. Most systems take too long to file and retrieve information. The Freedom Filer makes filing paper as easy as dropping it in the trash. To receive a 15% discount on your purchase, visit the Freedom Filer website through this link. Wouldn’t you like to boast that you never… read more »

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Time management tips

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Though I struggle with time clutter, I seem to excel with time management. What I mean by that is that I am able to complete tasks in a more efficient way and so my time spent is very productive. A big part of the organizing services we offer is helping people set up systems that allow them to be more productive. Some very simple tips that you could apply to your life and time right now are: Rather than running up and down the steps each time you find something that belongs either up or downstairs, put baskets at the… read more »

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