organizational help…
Posted by lisag on Feb 10, 2009 in Uncategorized |
Hi all…
This is a great time to get yourself organized.
This time of year everyone is switching closets from summer to winter and getting ready for the holidays that always seem to come too quickly…here are some
Helpful Hints and Tips and a few Misconceptions to Keep You Organized
Myth #1
My home HAS to be clean to be organized:
There are many days my home could use a cleaning, dusting, vacuuming but I am still organized. People think if their home is dirty or messy that it isn’t organized.
Myth#2
Once I organize my closet, draw, or room it should stay that way:
Your closets and draws need attention a few times a year. the more you use that space the more attention it needs. Clothes closets need to be weeded out twice a year, when you change your wardrobe from summer to winter and then winter to summer.
This is a great time to get rid of the clothes you aren’t wearing.
Draws you use more frequently need to be weeded out more often.
Myth #3
I can do my bills anywhere.
create a spot where you can have some quiet time.
make sure you have stamps, letter opener, envelopes, pens etc.
keep a simple file draw or a file carry case and keep bills for only 1 year and tax papers for 6 years.
a simple file system is all you need to keep your bills under control.
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Tips #1
If a room is overwhelming you and you don’t know where to start, start from the beginning. Empty the room and create bags or boxes. One to keep, one to toss one to give away or donate.
Then put back only items you are wanting to keep.
Tip #2
Create drop areas.
Front hall drop area for keys, shoes, coats, book bags. Once you have a spot for these items you will always know where they are.
Tip #3
make organizing your space fun.
pick a day and time to start our project .
make sure you have the right tools like boxes and bags to toss and store your items.
listen to some music that will keep you motivated
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Time management and space management is important to live a stress free life.
remember once you have set up a new system to keep organized, give yourself at least 6 weeks to get accustomed to the new routine.
If you have any questions, please visit my blog on my web site or just send me an email!
WHERE TO DONATE:
Donate books to your local library and for clothes
there are clothes drops all over Staten Island
Lisa Gessert
Administrative Solutions
917.887.8672
Have you organized your day today!