Setting Up Systems and Tweaking/Maintaining
Taming the technology tangle…
What, exactly, is this charger for?? Have you ever picked up a cord or charger and thought “what the heck is this cord for?” The speed of technology has increased dramatically in just a few years. As a result, we’ve upgraded our tablets, computers and phones so many times that we are left with a…
Read MoreGot good storage?
What is good storage? Good storage is easy to use, easy to access and meets your price point. I recommend a variety of storage options based on the items you need to contain. Do you want to view your item and access it easily? One of the best options are clear, plastic bins with covers. …
Read MoreWhat’s new with you?
So, what’s new with you? Do you have a new healthcare insurance provider? Did you make a switch on your auto or homeowner insurance recently? For most of us, making changes is common but updating our records and filing is not. Creating an effective filing system for your Working Documents is critical – see more…
Read MoreYour “Forever Documents”
What documents should I keep? Do you know you have documents you should always hold on to? Everyone does. Examples are birth certificates, social security cards, military discharge, and citizenship papers. You can find a list of Forever Documents here. Are you married? If so, your original marriage certificate is a forever document. Keep this…
Read MoreYour “Working Documents”
What documents do I really need? Ever tried to find your healthcare forms or insurance policy in a crisis? Can you put your hands on your bank statements or mortgage documents in an instant? If you can, congratulations – you have an effective set of working documents. But for many, this is an unlikely scenario. …
Read MoreWhat’s your vision for organizing?
Where do I start with organizing? Organizing isn’t pretty boxes or bins. It isn’t fancy organizing products or systems. Being organized is finding your stuff when you need it. One of my first questions to a new client is: “What does being organized look like for you?” And I’m not talking about the Container Store…
Read MoreLegos, legos, everywhere….
Why do Legos need a system? Whenever I give a talk or presentation, one of the most common questions is “How do I organize all the Legos?” Because of the sheer volume of Legos, there needs to be an organizational system for both storage and display. The good news is that there are lots of…
Read MoreWhat is an organizing “system”?
What is an effective storage system? For most of us, setting up an effective storage system is a challenge. Often, as a first step, we got out and try to purchase the “right storage” – the pretty boxes or plastic bins. But the reality is that getting organized isn’t about the box or the bin. …
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