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Work on daunting paperwork piles away from your desk
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on July 2, 2016 This time of year I tend to get behind on my paperwork because I don’t like being inside when the weather is so beautiful. Since I can’t wait for cool weather to deal with it all, I combine working on paperwork with...
Here’s the nugget you need to get organized
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on June 18, 2016. Many of you need some words of encouragement as you work towards living a more organized life. Today’s column is a compilation of quotes I have used to inspire my clients. Hopefully, they’ll motivate you to take...
Businesses need consistency when filing electronically
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on June 4, 2016. While helping businesses improve the efficiency of their employees, I often find the electronic shared drives within their companies are disorganized and confusing to utilize. Disorganized files are a foolish waste of...
Clever marketing can lead to unfortunate purchases
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on May 21, 2016. I was walking through our living room when a TV commercial came on that caused me stop to watch. In the commercial, a recording artist and his friends are sitting in his upscale living room. The artist’s mobile phone...
Find your style and feel more confident
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on May 7, 2016. I used to dread getting dressed for the day. Peering inside my closet, I would see plenty of clothes, but felt frustrated because I had nothing to wear. Upon reaching my destinations, I would see others looking classy,...
Your value system clues you in to what makes you happy
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on April 23, 2016. My daughter and I went to Nashville for spring break. While walking through some boutiques, I fell in love with a pair of shoes. They were beautiful, comfortable, and when I turned them over, expensive. Even though I...
Sometimes your stuff takes priority over your relationships
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on April 9, 2016. As I work in the business of helping people get organized, I have discovered how many people place such a high emotional value on their stuff that they sometimes put it ahead of having a more peaceful relationship...
Organizing cuts down on the time it takes to clean your home
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on March 26, 2016. The National Soap and Detergent Association did a study and came to the conclusion that getting rid of clutter would eliminate 40% of housework. That’s a lot of hours you could gain to do something you enjoy, rather...
Get creative when filing is frustrating
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on March 12, 2016. If you have stacks of paperwork taking over your home or office, it’s time you figure out a way to contain it. A common reason why people don’t file is because their desks are attractive instead of productive. By...
Stay safe when organizing
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on February 27, 2016. It’s an exciting day when you finally make up your mind to get organized. You’ve decided you’re tired of being stressed, depressed and feeling overwhelmed in your own home, and you’re ready to do something about...