We often think of being organized in terms of having the space around us neat and tidy, however, organization can be more about the methods we practice as we go about the day. If you have functional items that you use to process papers and projects, you can save time and be more productive. Here…
Since I discussed meal planning on Monday, I had to follow up with a Website Wednesday that can make planning any meal a cinch. Allrecipes.com is a terrific resource for any kitchen, whether you’re a fabulous cook or if you haven’t yet figured out how to boil water. First and foremost, when it comes to…
Do you have piles of magazines your planning to read someday? Let’s get realistic, how long have they been sitting there, and when was the last time you said, “hmmm, I have an extra hour to kill, I think I’m going to go down in the basement and read some old articles from National Geographic”?…
This morning on the Today show Matt Lauer interviewed Denise Morrison and Maggie Wilderotter—CEO sisters, who shared their secrets to success. I had to post this clip for our readers because they talked about the important role that planning takes in all affairs. As children their dad asked them to make presentations for anything they…
If you like short blog posts with a continuous stream of ideas on getting things done, then check out Lifehacker.com. The site is filled with posts on everything from the latest downloads to the coolest gadgets for being more productive online, at home, at work or anywhere else. There’s also an assortment of random ideas that…
This is the perfect weekend to organize your garage. Chicago’s long cold winter is coming soon and having your garage ready for the months ahead will help to keep you organized. It’s time to remove any summer items, such as beach chairs, pool accessories etc… Make sure the snow blower is out and available (I…
The right hangers can make a big difference in the overall organization of your closet. Here are some suggestions for which hangers may work best for you. If you need a hanger overhaul in your closet, schedule an appointment with our organizers. We can come with hangers in hand and make the switch for you.
If you’re in chaos and need to start a filing system from scratch, here’s a great option. The Stadium File Organizer from Smead is a nice, compact system that you can sit right out on your desk, dining room table or kitchen counter if you must :-/ and the stadium seating allows you to view…
Have you ever had that panic feeling of, “where’s my wallet”? I just got a call from a friend who misplaced her wallet. I’ve had that same sinking feeling of, “did I leave it at the store? Has someone run off with it? Are they somewhere charging up thousands on my credit cards? Yuk—it’s just…
This is a great gadget for organizing all of those small things that get lost at the bottom of your bag. Electronics, headphones, even the tiniest contraptions can all be attached to the Grid-It organizer by Cocoon. It’s a flat panel with an assortment of elastic bands stretching in all directions. The bands are nice…