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Organize while you still have time
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on February 13, 2016. I’ve noticed that people who are recently divorced talk about how they are going to move forward. They often bring up all kinds of self-improvements they plan to do. Some people buy gym memberships to start...
New month resolutions can get you back to organizing
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on January 30, 2016. Just after the first of the New Year, I went to the gym to workout. In the weight room, I waited several times for others to finish using the equipment before I could use it. This is unusual, since there is usually...
Pro organizer can improve your well being
As see in the Dayton Daily News on January 16, 2016. There is often fear and uncertainly that goes with the decision to hire a professional organizer. In the years I’ve been helping people get organized, I’ve heard many reasons why it takes someone so long to pick up...
Take refuge in your master bedroom
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on January 2, 2016. If you’ve been using your master bedroom as a dumping ground instead of a restful space, make it your New Year’s resolution to organize it. Your master bedroom plays such an important role when getting out the door...
Organizing starts with thinking, taking a single step
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on December 19, 2015. As I was talking with my friend the other day, she shared a rather frightening story that recently happened to her. I got goose bumps as I listened, but then she shared something that made me burst out laughing....
Office common areas need attention
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on Dec. 5, 2015. The common areas shared in your office can be crucial to the efficiency of how an office operates, but these areas are often neglected. Organizing these spaces will save time, money and increase the professional...
Train others to stop giving you stuff
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on November 21, 2015. The other day I walked into a card shop to purchase a birthday card. After choosing a card, I walked to the register. The cashier smiled and said, “Are you a rewards member?” I informed her I was not. She then...
Delegating is good for everyone
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on November 7, 2015. The clients I work with are often overwhelmed, stressed and depressed. There are multiple reasons why they are feeling this way, but a common cause I find is they are doing most of the tasks in their homes...
Listen for source of pain when someone is hoarding
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on October 24, 2015. After teaching a class the other evening, several people stayed to asked me questions. One woman was standing alone towards the back of the room. I knew she was probably waiting for everyone to leave, so she could...
Get a head start on your bucket list now
As seen in the Dayton Daily News on October 10, 2015. The other day I ran into a friend of mine that I hadn’t seen in awhile. As he walked up to me he said, “Looks like you’ve been working out. Did you decide to hit the gym now that you’re 50?” I just smiled because I...