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Garage organization

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Are there rakes, shovels and brooms propped against the wall of your garage here and there? Or worse yet, are they lying down all around your garage floor? Do you find yourself tripping over them frequently? Or having to move them around to get to something you need? If so, you’ve got to invest in this Everbilt 64 inch Wall Mounted Modular Storage System! It was super inexpensive, easy to install and it got all of my garage clutter up off the floor and out of the way! The installation took me 30 minutes tops! Another great feature of this… read more »

I’ve got a secret….

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I have been working really hard this last year to overcome my fear of public speaking. Part of being a professional organizer, and a successful business owner, is giving presentations on organizing. I have had to turn down so many great opportunities to speak to groups because of this fear. Since I seem to be a goal driven person, I do not let the fear stop me (though it has definitely slowed me down). I just look at it as a step that I must take in order to get to the goal of being a successful business owner. Now… read more »

Where do the forks go?

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Do you ever have to stop and think where the forks go when you are putting away dishes? Do you ever wonder where you’ll find a fork when you need one? Most likely your answer to these questions is a resounding no. If everything were as easy as finding a fork, or putting away a fork, life would sure be simpler. Here’s the great thing, it can be. Being organized simply means taking the time in advance to determine a home for everything that comes into your house and a system for handling it. Once you have done the work… read more »

Managing your email inbox – Part III

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Some say empty your inbox every day, some say set a limit to how many emails you’re comfortable with. My limit is one screen (i.e. no scrolling). My inbox is limited to things I need to do right away or that are so important I want them staring me in the face until they’re done. After you’ve cleared your inbox, it’s time to deal with the ones you need to act on or to keep for reference. First, we’ll set up easy to remember folders in your inbox. Create as many as you like. This is just one method for… read more »

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