As a professional organizer, I've worked with lots of families to create systems that transform chaotic routines into smooth, stress-free ones. With back-to-school season upon us, now is the perfect time to establish the foundation that will carry your family through the entire school year successfully. These three crucial parts make up the back-to-school success […]
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Car Organization Challenge
Let's get our cars ready for the back-to-school season! This challenge is to organize your car for a more pleasant ride. Yes, we all know that car organization is important, but did you realize that it could save lives, your own life, and your family's life? Here's an article I found from ABC News that […]
Easy Healthy Snacks Ideas for College Students Dorm Life
When you're in college, you may not always want to go all the way to the cafeteria for a large breakfast. As a college student, you may want to prepare something small and healthy in your room or suite. To help you make better choices, I've created a list of healthy snacks and tips that […]
The Ultimate Guide to College Life: Your Complete Resource Roundup Tips for College Life
Starting college can feel overwhelming, but with the proper organization strategies and preparation, you can set yourself up for success from day one. I had two children who went through college. Over the years, I've shared dozens of college success tips from our experiences, and today I'm bringing together the very best resources to help […]
29 Days Small Items Big Clutter Challenge
Decluttering is much easier when you tackle small tasks a little at a time each day. As you know, small items in any house can envelop the home if not controlled. Every group in this challenge can quickly get out of hand if not closely monitored and scrutinized periodically. This time, we're sharing a new […]
8 Important Benefits of Getting Organized
Many people believe that spending time organizing is too time-consuming, stressful, and unlikely to improve their quality of life. I am here to tell those people, that there is some work involved in organizing, but the benefits outweigh not making a system at all. Here are three essential benefits of getting organized. BENEFIT #1: You […]
How to Awaken from Clutter Blindness - Part 1
Are you wondering where the clutter is in your home? Have you ever walked around your home and couldn't find clutter you didn't want or need? Have you ever walked around your house and not seen the clutter? You could be walking over things without realizing it. This is clutter blindness. Indeed, it is a […]
Motivational Quotes: Keep Calm and Carry On While Organizing
Decluttering and organizing can be overwhelming. Today, I'd like to share some motivational quotes featuring the "Keep Calm" slogan. I always liked the "Keep Calm and Carry On" slogan when I first heard about it 25 years ago. It is simple and easy to read, conveying a lot. After doing some research, I found out that […]
How to Organize An Elementary School Student
Elementary school can be stressful for your little student. But it doesn't have to be. To help you, as a parent, organize an elementary school student, I've compiled my favorite tips and had my fellow Professional Organizers community share their thoughts as well. I hope it helps your child feel less stressed on their first […]
Create a Reward and Credit Card Binder to Help Protect Identity
No matter how digital we become, we will still have physical reward cards and credit cards, especially if you already had these items before the digital era. Knowing how to organize these items is key to your protection. Even if you have these items digitally, the physical items must be kept private and organized in […]
Pantry Organizing Monthly Challenge Made Easy
This month's organizing challenge is to go through your pantry. This is where you may have food that was hidden and lost behind other larger items. This month is the perfect time to go through, purge, and organize. Tasks to do when purging your pantry Pantries come in different sizes and shapes. Regardless of the […]
How to Start Downsizing Your Life
Are you planning on downsizing your life? Just thinking about it is scary for most people. If you are considering downsizing your life, this post is for you. The benefits of downsizing your life may outweigh the cons of taking on this significant challenge. I have listed the primary benefits below to convince you that […]
Vacation Tips to Make Any Family Vacation Happy
Summertime is the most popular time for vacations. That being said, it can also be the most stressful time. Lots of people are traveling here and there. There is a lot of waiting in lines at various popular locations. Lucky for you, I created this post just in time for your family vacation. Here are […]
Easy Steps to Clear Digital Clutter on your Personal Computer
Computer Clutter can get out of hand. I want to share with you the steps I took to declutter my computer. Follow along and clear your computer's digital clutter today. I have many documents, apps, music, movies, and images on my computer. Every so often, especially when I upgrade software or hardware, I like to review […]
Helpful First Time Off Campus Apartment Tips
If you have a child going off to college, you may have some mixed feelings and worries about what they need and where to buy them. If you are visiting our site for the first time, I have been going through the college experience for the last three years with two kids and have shared […]
10 Tips To Get Your Home Organized And Ready For Sale
Recently, I was helping a dear friend get her house ready for sale. She was so overwhelmed and didn't know where to start. We first talked about looking at the home through a stranger's eyes. And, since I was an organizer and have helped people move many times throughout my career, I explained to her […]
How to Create A Custom Markerboard for Your Home
I love Markerboards! I have a few full-size ones in my office walls. They are so fun to brainstorm with. And, since I write large, they do a great job fitting all my chicken scratches on them. But did you know that you can make your own customized markerboard? Well, you can! Come along and […]
How to Organize Sportswear on a Shelf
I have several workout clothes and sportswear, depending on the occasion. Some are from summer, when the weather is warm, and others are for winter, when I need an extra lining because of the frigid temperatures. But organizing them on a shelf has been tricky. Come along to see how to organize sportswear using two […]
Charitable Locations To Donate Stuff
When you're getting rid of items, instead of throwing them away, consider donating gently used items to local charities or mailing them to a worthy cause listed below. With some planning, you can make a big difference in someone's life! Below is a list of charities I have found over the 25+ years of organizing […]
How to Setup a Morning Routine
There are many benefits of having a leisurely morning instead of a crazy one. Some benefits include lowering your stress level, feeling more in control of your day, instilling healthy habits, and boosting your energy before leaving the house. Easing into your day is much better than jumping out of bed and rushing around to […]
No CLUTTER Gifts Ideas Your Family Will Enjoy
When giving gifts, it's essential to consider the person's needs and wants. They may want something that will not clutter their home. Whether you need to bring a hostess gift or want to purchase presents early, here are some fantastic holiday gift ideas that will not clutter your loved one's home while also showing how […]
30+ Easy and Delicious Beach Vacation Recipes
If you are like most people, this summer, you will likely spend a week or two at the shore or beach with family members. While renting a home and preparing meals at home is more affordable than staying in a hotel and eating out every night, planning dinners for the week can also be a […]
How to Pack for a Quick College Move In Day
Now that you have bought all the things you need for college and your room is filled to the brim with piles and piles of small stuff that needs to be placed somewhere so that you can have a quick college move-in. Where do you begin? I know it can be overwhelming. Move-in day can […]
Making A Fabulous Party That Everyone Will Love
College or High School Graduations, Weddings, Father's Day, and Mother's Day are coming up soon! Are you planning a party? These parties can range from small gatherings at home to significant events where you rent out a hall. However, every party has some standard, basic steps that you need to follow to make it a […]
How to Create an Organizing Tool Box
Feeling overwhelmed when decluttering and organizing your home? Can't find the tools you need to get things done quickly and easily? It may be time for you to create an organizing toolbox. When I organize any area of my home, I take my handy-dandy organizing toolbox with me so I don't have to run around the […]
Incredibly Easy Tips for Organizing An Older Adult's Home
I have worked with seniors for several years. From my experience, organizing seniors is different. They are more likely to be the ones who want to downsize and get rid of their stuff. Some of them get stuck with their kids' stuff, too. Others are likely to have health issues, like bending, knee problems, walking […]
How to Create Effective Password Log In Lists
Do you have a long list of passwords? Do you want to manage them better and make it easier to access them? Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to find the correct password? It may be time to divide your password list into categories. Whether you use an app or an Excel file to store your […]
How to have a Glow In The Dark Sweet 16 Party
My daughter recently turned 16, and we wanted to have a party. It was a last-minute thing, and we pulled it together beautifully. She and her 15 friends, comprised of Band and Guard kids, enjoyed the Black Light Room and the Sweet Candy Bar. We incorporated gluten-free and dairy-free snacks for the few kids with […]
How To Make An Effective Spring Cleaning Process
Effective spring cleaning can be complicated. All the detailed steps involved can make us forget a step or two. In this post, I will share how to create a spring cleaning process so you do not forget any step. This will ensure that your home is ready for the summer months by the time you […]
11 Organizing Tasks To Do Before Gardening Season
Are you thinking of spring already? I sure am. Though I am not considering the warmer days, we had warm days this winter. I am thinking about all the tasks I need to do this spring. It can get overwhelming. To help you and me with the planning, I constructed this list to jumpstart your […]
30 Days Spring Cleaning Challenge
Spring cleaning doesn't happen just in one weekend. Well, it can, but boy, will you be exhausted after you are done. I like to do these tasks over several weekends or even a bit each day. Doing these jobs as a part of the day for the next 30 days or longer will help manage the time more efficiently. […]
How to use a color coding system to organize your home or office
I'm a big fan of color coding in an office, but it can also be easily used to organize the home. I found that if everyone knows the system (or their assigned colors), they can see what they are looking for quickly and easily. They do not have to ask anyone for assistance finding their […]
How To Organize Small Items in the Home
While we are home, we may notice areas of the house that need a little organizing. However, managing the work schedule, keeping the kids focused, and ensuring everyone eats well, as well as organizing areas of the home, can be overwhelming. If you are desperate to have areas of your home organized, start with small […]
Free Powerful Ebooks to Make Your Life Easier
Ebooks are convenient for keeping one organized and getting your positive thoughts together to help you deal with your own problems in today's world. They work for women, men, families, students, and children. Some ebooks will need to be purchased, but others are not. Many of them are free to use. Today, I will share […]
How to have a Quick and Easy Taco Party
Whether you are planning a new years eve party or a birthday party, a Mexican Taco Party is an excellent option for your family and friends. You can quickly add a pinata for activities too. When my daughter was three years old, we had a Dora the Explorer party where we cooked Mexican food and planned a […]
Tasks To Do Before The Year Ends
There are only a few days left until the end of the year. Have you reviewed your end-of-year tasks? You have probably already considered what you want to achieve next year. Considering it is great, but actually starting to plan for it is even better. December is a time for celebrating my accomplishments and learning […]
Must Read Keeping Yourself Organized Popular Posts
Over the years, my blog has shared numerous life-organizing posts with its visitors. This year was no different. Keeping yourself organized is vital and helps keep you on track with other activities. This post shares the Must-Read Keeping Yourself Organized Popular Posts for this year that you need to read. What were the popular posts […]
How to Organize Christmas Gifts Easily
Organizing Christmas (Holiday) Gifts doesn't just mean the actual gifts. It also means creating a process to put in place for the planning, buying, and storing of these gifts. A few times, I forgot to wrap a gift because it wasn't with the other presents, and I made a mad rush to find and wrap […]
How to Create a Baking Zone with a Baking Tools List
If you are like me, you become the baking expert this time of the year. Pull out all the cookie sheets, baking supplies, and tools you need for the holiday's "Big Bake-off" or "Cookie Swap." This is the second part of creating a baking zone area for your baking needs. We discussed going through the […]
Unique Quick and Easy Cookie Swap Recipes {gluten-free, dairy-free, regular}
Cookie swaps and giving cookies as gifts rage this time of year. We have a cookie-baking marathon sometime in mid-December to make at least 12 different types of cookies over an entire weekend. Then we split the cookies onto plates and give them as gifts to my clients, family, and friends. The kids bring them to […]
How to Track Your Money and Create a Budget - Part 2
When you create a budget, the assessing and documenting start at the beginning. Our prior post discussed gathering all the information about your spending and tracking it by category. Today, we will show you how to use all the tracked money information to make an easy budget for yourself. If you didn't read the other […]
How to Create a Practical Wedding Registry
Weddings can be a wonderful time, but planning can also stress the couple. Many other detailed tasks need to be completed between planning the reception and the ceremony. But setting up a practical wedding registry should not be difficult. When going to the wedding registry store, like Amazon.com(affiliate), Macy's, Bloomingdales, or Neiman Marcus, you will […]