Chaos To Order was quoted in this terrific article from Staples By Margot Carmichael Lester, Staples® Contributing Writer With all the other things small business owners and entrepreneurs have on their plates, it can be hard to put cleaning and organization on the list of priorities. But these aren’t just “nice-to-haves.” An orderly and tidy workplace improves productivity, boosts morale…
Here’s a good article from Evernote on keeping your documents virtually organized. :-) Tax season is in full swing and we see our clients scrambling to get everything in order for the tax man. Here is a terrific article with some great ideas on how to keep your tax documents organized using Evernote. Posted by…
We are so excited to announce the newest addition to the Be Organized Box…the new Spring Clean Box! The Spring Clean Box is just what you need to get motivated for spring cleaning. It’s filled with our suggestions for products that will help get a thorough plan in place for only $49.00. Everything from our exclusive…
What a great excuse to pay attention so the old stuff you have laying around and do something about it! In recognition of “National Old Stuff Day”, we couldn’t go without sharing our great resource to help you get rid of that old stuff you no longer want. Here is a comprehensive list of organizations…
It was an honor today to receive this badge from the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO). We have been members of NAPO since Chaos To Order began way back when in 1990. I was on the board that created the Chicago chapter of NAPO and served in many roles on that board as well as…
Is your Valentine in need of some chaos control? It can be a touchy subject to suggest that others need help getting organized. Here are some tips to help you encourage someone else’s orderliness: Create Simple Systems: Hang hooks accessibly and have bins for emptying pockets, collecting mail, etc. The easier it is for them…
Do you have a tangled mess of electronics and cords at your bedside table? Most of us don’t stray too far from our mobile devices while we sleep. They may be used as an alarm clock or a wake up call in case of emergency. So how do you store your phone and other electronic…
Keeping makeup and cosmetics organized can be quite a challenge depending on your collection. If you have a cosmetic area that needs an overhaul, here are some tips to get things organized. Start with a thorough purge. Makeup has a lifespan and it’s important to eliminate expired items. Our makeup expiration guide is a good…
Storing, sorting and organizing baby/kids clothes requires a well thought out plan. Babies arrive and grow like crazy that first year. So in addition to all the chaos that ensues with the arrival of baby, keeping up with all clutter created by clothes and baby gadgets is another challenge. As time goes on and kids grow,…
Is space at a premium in your kitchen? Often the base cabinets are not thought of as the greatest storage space. Items get lost in the back and chaos ensues. This Super Cabinet from Home Depot takes base cabinet storage to a new level. Of course if you’re not remodeling, you have to work with…