Posts by Lisa Dooley
Fall Organizing: Pick a Calendar
Full disclosure – fall is my favorite time of year. Cool mornings and warm days. Apple picking and harvest festivals. Football and tailgates. And of course, sweatah weathah. And with back-to-school and many activities kicking off, keeping a calendar becomes even more important. Read on about how to choose the best one for you… Why you…
Read MoreOrganizing for Back to School 2023
Yes, it’s almost August, and back to school is looming. Getting kids ready and set up for success takes some planning. Children are influenced by the state of their physical space just as much as adults. If clutter and disorganization in your home have you feeling frazzled and stressed, it’s highly likely that your children…
Read MoreProfessionals Organizers in Demand
Loving what you do is a gift. And knowing that others value your work as well is a bonus. This article covers a lot of great points on how working with an organizer can be of tremendous value and I was excited to contribute! You can read the full article here: Professional Organizers Most In Demand…
Read MoreSun and Skin – Organizing for Safety
What items in your transitional space can keep you safe? Entering and exiting the home easily and with less stress is a goal for everyone. To make the transitional process easier and more effective, it’s important set up an effective transitional space – also known as your “launching/landing pad” – with the right storage. So,…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Room-by-Room Decluttering Guide from the Redfin Blog
Check out the recent Redfin article we were featured in: The Ultimate Room-By-Room Decluttering Checklist | Redfin Creating a decluttering checklist is an excellent way to begin organizing your home and simplifying your life. Along with helping you take stock of your belongings, lists can help you stay on track and prioritize the areas that…
Read MoreGrowing your business OFF Social Media
For anyone who knows me, I LOVE sharing and educating. I had the great pleasure of being a guest on Minessa’s wonderful podcast, Stop Shoulding All Over Yourself, on the power of networking for personal and professional growth. You can see a clip here and find the full recording on Apple podcasts. Happy listening!
Read MoreHow to Make Taxes Less Taxing…
Getting organized for your taxes can be easy as a three-folder system. Folder A: Income & Personal Information Folder B: Expenses & Deductions Folder C: Investments & Taxes Don’t delay getting organized by going out and buying color-coded folders and special labels – plain manila folders will work just fine. Print out the checklists below…
Read MoreIn the season of MORE, what about LESS?
It’s that time of year. A time of excess, buying, and spending. But in this season of more, I’m here to make a strong argument for less. Less personal debt. Less stress. Less “stuff” cluttering up our homes. Less “trying to keep up with the Joneses”. Americans are a nation of consumers. We buy when…
Read MoreREDFIN BLOG
REDFIN BLOG: While the kitchen is the heart of the home, the bedroom is the place to find real tranquility. I’m excited to be included in this great article on “How to Declutter Your Room: 12 Tips for Managing Bedroom Clutter Once and For All”.
Read MoreHere’s to finding more space, more time and more joy in your summer!
Summertime and the living is easy. Well, sometimes anyway…Being organized goes a long way in making your life simpler and less stressed. In honor of the 7th month of the calendar, here are my top 7 tips to a summer with more space, more time and more joy! Confirm the details. Hours change for…
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