2023-01-16 14:54
WOW! It's been a busy few weeks with numerous Radio interviews (2), a TV Interview (NBC Montana - KECI) and a Podcast interview with Laura Ingraham!It's been a whirlwind! Lots of conver… Read More
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2023-01-01 18:20
January is Get Organized & Be Productive (GO) Month and there’s no better time to consult an organizing or productivity professional. Clutter and disorganization can drain your en… Read More
2022-12-26 19:29
As we get closer to the end of the year - you should start to think about "clearing your clutter" and "donating" your "stuff"!We all know that you probably received a lot of presents o… Read More
2022-12-21 19:28
I want to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday Season. May your day be filled with joy and happiness. Less Clutter = Less Stress SM &nb&hell…Read More
2022-12-05 16:33
Let's get real - everyone is probably going to get some "new things" for Christmas! So - where are you going to put them?In order not to end up with overflowing closets or pantries - you wil… Read More
2022-12-01 16:25
We are now about 3 1/2 weeks away from Christmas. The pressure is on. Holiday decorations are going up in people's homes. Presents are being bought. Cards are being written and sent out.&nbs&hell…Read More
2022-11-27 16:19
And now - the next holiday..... Thanksgiving is over and the stores are primed for Christmas. Sales and Santa's are everywhere.It's hard to enjoy one holiday at a time when they a… Read More
2022-11-22 20:00
It's not winter yet - but we have snow at some of our higher elevations - so - let's get ready for winter!Check your tires. It might be time for snow tires!Check to make sure that you… Read More
2022-11-15 17:00
Getting organized starts with "starting". That might sound "simplistic" but it's the reality of how a person can become "successful".People often ask - 'where should I start"? The answer is… Read More
2022-11-08 20:58
These days a lot of people have pantries where they can buy and store large amounts of food. A great idea to save time and money. You only have to shop once and you get discounts for buying… Read More
2022-11-01 14:55
The holidays are approaching - it's time to start planning now so that you can have a stress free holiday season.It's been a rough few years of not being allowed to gather in groups - so get… Read More
2022-10-17 17:01
Clutter comes in many forms. It's not just about "stuff" or "possessions". There are many types of clutter. Most people only think about clutter in terms of physical clutter. But there is so… Read More
2022-10-11 19:17
Do you have a plan for your digital footprint if something were to happen to you?We do! Let us organize and protect your critical life information in a single source.Introducing Easeene… Read More
2022-08-30 19:45
People change. As we grow older our lives change. Our families change. Our likes and dislikes change. Our hobbies change. So, the question is “are you living the life of today?&r&hell…Read More
2022-08-08 18:56
I just had the pleasure of being interviewed by Nat Miller of Sunbound. What is Sunbound?Sunbound is the first turn-key relocation solution for older adults. We take all the stress out… Read More
2022-07-19 13:45
Organizing small spaces is always a challenge. Read the Redfin article to get some ideas on how to organize your bathroom to make the most use out of your space. We are listed in the article… Read More
2022-06-01 16:00
Are you tired of the clutter in your home and your life? Has anyone ever told you that you have issues with hoarding? Don't be embarrassed - it's more common than you think!If you are ready… Read More
2022-05-25 16:00
You have a vision for your home. You have a goal and a plan to get there. You started by purging all of the garbage and things that you don't want any longer.Now it's time to Organize!You as… Read More
2022-05-19 17:52
May 20th is World Organizing Day! Celebrate by getting Organized!World Organizing Day is a global initiative founded by the International Federation of Profession… Read More
2022-05-18 16:00
Are you ready to stop procrastinating and start making some progress? Try one of these seven simple hacks to motivate yourself into action. Give them each a try over the coming days and week… Read More
2022-05-11 16:00
What vision do you have for your home? What do you want your home to look like - in your perfect world - with no limitations on time or money.You do have a vision - right? If not, close your… Read More
2022-05-07 16:34
Beating procrastination can be hard. We do well for a few days, but then old habits set back in, or we get frustrated with our lack of apparent progress. Nothing goes fast enough. If you fac… Read More
2022-03-07 17:42
With so many people still working from home the trend to declutter their home is still strong. Clutter causes stress. And stress causes people to say and do things they normally wouldn't say… Read More
2022-02-28 17:28
It's getting close to Tax Time! I know that people are probably scrambling to get all of their documents ready to take to their accountant. But there are ways to make this time a lot less st… Read More
2022-01-26 15:00
A lot of people think that you can only use a Professional Organizer to organize your kitchen or garage.I love kitchens and pantries - my favorite! But there are so many more ways that you c… Read More
2022-01-21 17:49
Getting Organized for the New Year is one of the biggest New Years Resolutions that people make.Unfortunately, it usually falls into the same fate as "getting in shape or losing weight". It… Read More
2022-01-06 17:02
Starting 2022 Organized & Clutter Free January – New Habits & Things to Do # # 1· Make 4 Go… Read More
2021-06-07 17:40
Not everyone in this world is organized. Some people are very disorganized. But the real question is - "do they know why?".Most people don't.So - be honest with yourself. Sit back and ponder… Read More
2021-05-31 07:00
People wonder what "clutter" really is. Well - it's just "STUFF". It could be "good stuff" - but that doesn't mean that it's "good for you". A lot of time people keep "stuff" just… Read More
2021-05-24 16:54
Professional Organizers can help you with more than just organizing your closets (though we love closets!).Some of the things we can help with include:Downsizing: Declutter… Read More
2021-04-20 17:21
25 Practical Time Management TipsRegardless of how much we’d all like to have extra hours in our day to get things done, we’relimited by what we have to work with. Instead… Read More
2021-03-29 15:30
People collect all kinds of stuff. From clothes to craft items to books. So - when is a "collection" a "collection" and when is it a "hoard"? Another question is - "when is enough - eno… Read More
2021-03-25 07:00
Less Clutter = Less Stress SM in your home, your business and your life Organizational Consulting Service… Read More
2021-03-22 08:00
When people think about organizing their kitchens - they don't usually think about all of the food that a kitchen contains. But most kitchens have a lot of food products that have been forgo… Read More
2021-03-15 08:00
As the snow melts and spring is right around the corner - everyone is anxiously looking forward to spending more time outside. So - it's time to clean out and organizer your garage, pa… Read More
2021-03-09 22:00
Cleaning your home is not everyone’s idea of fun. But it is something that all of us have to do. In the spring we have a yearly ritual called “spring cleaning” that I am… Read More
2021-01-14 16:27
Getting ORGANIZED in 2021 is more important than ever with so many people working from home. In order to be more productive you have to be more organized - with a space that is functional an… Read More
2021-01-07 15:44
Hoarding is complex. Most people don't understand what's really beneath it - including the person that has issues with hoarding and their family.There are two virtual seminars that are start… Read More
2020-12-31 08:00
Organizing and Productivity Professionals Celebrate January’s “GO Month”with Advice for 2021, Reveal their Most Unusual 2020 Client Requests During 2020, our home an… Read More
2020-12-14 08:00
As we get closer to Christmas and Year End - you should start to think about "clearing your clutter" and "donating" your "stuff"! We all know that there will probably be presents underneath… Read More
2020-12-11 19:31
Family & Friends – Hoarding Explained Understanding Hoarding Behavior and How Not to Deal with It Hoarding is an extremely complex issue. If you have family or… Read More
2020-12-11 08:00
Family & Friends – Hoarding Explained Understanding Hoarding Behavior and How Not to Deal with It Hoarding is an extremely complex issue. If you have family or… Read More
2020-12-07 08:00
Now that we have gotten past Thanksgiving - it's time to start thinking about the next holiday.Now is the time to reach out to people and plan some holiday visits - virtually that is!… Read More
2020-12-04 08:00
A Group to Address Hoarding Behavior The Buried in Treasures Workshop is about more than clutter...· Overcoming challenges · Increasing motiv… Read More
2020-11-30 16:19
We are now about 3 1/2 weeks away from Christmas. The pressure is on. Holiday decorations are going up in people's homes. Presents are being bought. Cards are being written and sent out.&nbs&hell…Read More
2020-11-02 17:09
The holidays are approaching - but things already feel very different! Everyone is being told to "isolate and stay home". Or "only have immediate family over to visit".The stress this… Read More
2020-08-31 07:00
Organizing your life includes organizing your assets so that your family knows what you want done should anything happen to you.A lot of people think that only old people should have a wi… Read More
2020-08-26 15:45
The last few months have been very stressful for everyone. But it's also given people a lot of time to work on clearing their clutter.Then again, there's the problem of what to do with the c… Read More
2020-07-27 01:00
A Group to Address Hoarding Behavior The Buried in Treasures Workshop is about more than clutter...· Overcoming challenges · Increasin… Read More
2020-07-20 18:21
I just wanted to share a Podcast that I was on with 3 other Organizers who were from Idaho. It was a lot of fun!The Podcast focuses on Organizers who live and work in rural areas.James Lott… Read More
2020-07-13 07:00
In order to be successful - you need to have Goals and a Plan. But sometimes you are your own worst enemy - because of your bad habits. Trying to change your habits takes time and commitme… Read More
2020-07-06 07:00
If there's one thing you've likely realized by now, it's that life is rarely one-dimensional! You probably have a hard time identifying a period in your past when life proceeded without in… Read More
2020-06-29 07:00
One of the keys to reaching a new goal is to have habits in place that support that goal. If your current habits are counter-productive, you'll need to change them or run the risk of coming… Read More
2020-06-22 07:00
Whether it’s an expensive watch, a third dog, or a bear-skin rug, there’s a good chance you don’t really need it. You might want it desperately, but you certainly don&rsqu&helli…Read More
2020-06-15 08:00
Getting organized means completing tasks that you set for yourself. But some people find it hard to stay on task. Either they get distracted or they find that their motivation decreases as t… Read More
2020-06-08 07:00
When you boost your productivity, not only do you get more work done, but you can also do it quicker, freeing up more time for you to do the things you really want to do!Try these tips to he… Read More
2020-06-03 17:43
Our ability to focus has been reduced dramatically. We’ve never had more distractions to deal with. And as disheartening as it sounds, many of the distractions we face were engineered… Read More
2020-05-21 08:00
The past few months have been very stressful for most people. Most stores and businesses have been shut down. Schools are closed. Routines have been disrupted.Everyone has been in a state of… Read More
2020-05-14 18:09
One of the hardest, most emotionally exhausting thing to work on is PAPER ORGANIZING!I always warn my clients that working with paper is a lot more exhausting than organizing a closet or pan… Read More
2020-05-07 08:00
While a lot of businesses are closed - and you aren't working and have "spare" time on your hands - it's time to start on those Organizing projects that you have been putting off.Whether it'… Read More
2020-04-30 08:00
Before the Coronavirus consumed everyone's life - most people thought that working from home would be a dream come true! You don't have to get dressed. You can throw in a load of laundry in… Read More
2020-04-26 15:31
Being isolated is hard on your emotions as well as physically. Here are some things that might help:1) Create a Healthy, Supportive RoutineWhen we feel powerless or helpless (as so many of… Read More
2020-04-20 21:45
This COVID-19 crisis has radically changed our lives. Just a few months ago, we had no idea our 'world' would be confined to our homes!This crisis is a powerful reminder of how important… Read More
2020-03-30 08:00
In order to prioritize your goals you’ll need to have a good understanding of what you need to be happy in your life. There are typically four areas in which most people make goals:1… Read More
2020-03-24 16:32
With everyone staying at home, either working from home or just "social distancing" themselves - there are a lot of things that you can do to become more successful.If you now have to work f… Read More
2020-03-23 08:00
Being Organized can bring Success!Once you experience success you will be able to look back and realize that you achieve all success pretty much the same way. You set a goal, follow through… Read More
2020-03-16 08:00
The hardest part about time management is making a real commitment to following a schedule. It can be especially difficult for people who want to work for themselves to work on any type of s… Read More
2020-03-09 08:00
To get started organizing your family, it helps to get specific. General tips are fine, but really knowing just what to do can help a lot with motivating you toward your organizational goals… Read More
2020-03-02 09:00
Maybe you've heard that being organized is very helpful, or perhaps you would like to be more organized but can't see how it would help. What's the big deal? Are there any real benefits to b… Read More
2020-02-24 09:00
The term “decluttering” has been a catch phrase for a number of years. Some think it is simply cleaning a house, but if you have seen television shows about hoarding or cleaning… Read More
2020-02-17 09:00
There are benefits to organizing besides just a neater home. In fact, the entire family can gain from getting organized. Here are some ways that organizing time, stuff, and schedules can ben… Read More
2020-02-10 09:00
Without goals there is No Success.In order to set powerful goals that are achievable, take some time to research the dreams you have to find out if they’re even doable. You do want to… Read More
2020-02-03 20:20
We are now in our 2nd month of 2020. Have you already thrown out your New Years Resolutions?At the beginning of every year a lot of people "resolve" to start or stop some new or old habits… Read More
2020-01-19 20:02
I hate filing! There - I said it! I have no problems creating and maintaining systems for my clients - but for myself - I hate to file. It's not that it's hard - it's just… Read More
2020-01-13 09:00
5 Minute Organizing to Get You in the HabitEveryone thinks that you have to have an entire day or at least an afternoon set aside before you can start any organizing project.WRONG!You can g… Read More
2020-01-06 09:00
January – New Habits & Things to Do # # 1 · Make 4 Goals that… Read More
2019-12-30 09:00
Well - it's almost the end of 2019!So much to do to get ready for the New Year.There are New Years Resolutions to make (and break....) . Tax information to start gathering.A new c… Read More
2019-12-26 17:36
Breakthrough Laser Coaching – helping you get right to the point – breaking through the barriers that are holding you back Unlimited Coaching to Help You Overcome You… Read More
2019-12-25 09:00
I want to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday Season. May your day be filled with joy and happiness.Less Clutter = Less Stress SM in your home… Read More
2019-12-23 09:00
A few more days before Christmas! If you aren't done with all of your shopping and holiday preparation - take a deep breath, make yourself a cup of tea and ask yourself "what can I let go of… Read More
2019-12-16 09:00
It's about two weeks until Christmas. Are you ready? Or are you starting to stress out?The holidays should be joyful and fun. But the reality is - that's not the reality! There is too… Read More
2019-12-09 09:00
Everyone has a different way of organizing. And that's OK! There is no "one size fits all". Not matter what anyone says. There are a ton of books out there on organizing and everyone has the… Read More
2019-12-02 09:00
Let's get real - everyone is probably going to get some "new things" for Christmas! So - where are you going to put them?In order not to end up with overflowing closets or pantries - you wil… Read More
2019-11-25 09:00
The Perfect Gift - Don't Get Stressed Out.... Giving the perfect Christmas gift is a challenge. Some people give gifts just because they feel they have to. Othe… Read More
2019-11-18 09:00
On to the next Holiday! Thanksgiving is over and the stores are primed for Christmas. Sales and Santa's are everywhere.It's hard to enjoy one holiday at a time when they all see… Read More
2019-11-11 09:00
One way to help yourself manage your time better is to keep things separate. If you have a specific area to accomplish a goal, you’ll be able to get your mind dedicated faster to that… Read More
2019-11-03 08:00
Thanksgiving is Around the Corner - Get Organized to Reduce Your StressIt's that time of year again! The holidays are fast approaching. Everyone is already in a frenzy. The stor… Read More
2019-10-28 08:00
Being Organized starts with having Goals. But how can we achieve the goals we set?There is a lot more to achieving any goal than just having the goal. But it is a first step. You may wonder… Read More
2019-10-21 08:00
One of the best ways to get started organizing your home is to begin with each room. Each room has specific organizational needs. That's why it helps to break things down. Here are some room… Read More
2019-10-14 08:00
When you think of organizing your family, you probably first think of everyone's stuff. It's true that cleaning up and organizing a messy house are part of family organization; but did you e… Read More
2019-10-07 08:00
As the seasons change and you have to pull out your sweaters, heavier pants and coats, now is the perfect time to release some clothes you no longer want or need. Follow these tips for a clu… Read More
2019-09-30 08:00
Whether you work from home or work outside the home, all women work. Keeping your sanity while working and raising a family can be quite challenging, but there are some things you can do to… Read More
2019-09-23 08:00
It can be so discouraging to get your home organized and then watch helplessly as the clutter makes its way back in. How does that happen? It's basically a mindset - to get organized is one… Read More
2019-09-16 08:00
One of the hardest parts about getting your family organized is knowing where in the world to start. Often, family members feel like they can't stop long enough to get organized. This is whe… Read More
2019-09-09 08:00
Get Organized - Get Productive - Set Goals to make it Happen!One of the biggest mistakes people make when seeking to achieve a goal is to wait for inspiration and motivation. Imagine if ever… Read More
2019-09-02 08:00
Getting Organized starts with having a plan or a goal.You can use an old-fashioned paper and pen to make and set your goals, but what’s the fun in that? Today there are so many w… Read More
2019-08-26 08:00
Every family and every individual know the importance of cutting spending in today’s economy. However, many of these individuals do not realize that cutting spending in little ways can… Read More
2019-08-19 08:00
Organization is about more than having an organized living space. It’s about having your life and your finances organized and under control.One of the biggest stressors for families is… Read More
2019-08-16 21:09
It's that time of year again - the kids are going back to school!Most parents are jumping with joy! Kids - not so much.There are a lot of things to get done before school starts. Besid… Read More
2019-08-12 08:00
One certainty in life is that time is limited. While no one is sure how many years they’ll be given to finish doing what they want to do, everything is equal for each day you are given… Read More
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