NAPO-NC Responds to Quality of Life Study with Four Success Strategies
Filed under: Downsizing/Moving, Home Organization, NAPO GO Month, Office Organization
In the spirit of GO MONTH (Get Organized) I had to share the results of this recent study on Quality of Life as it relates to organization.
Triangle – RALEIGH, NC. – In a recent survey conducted by the National Association of Professional Organizers, 96% of respondents stated that they could gain more time at home if they were better organized, and a surprising 91% claimed the same in their professional lives. In fact, 71% went so far as to state that the quality of their lives would improve if they were more organized.
Clearly these numbers indicate why so many people make “getting organized” a New Year’s resolution. For those planning to tackle their personal or professional organization in 2011, the North Carolina chapter of the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO-NC) offers the following strategies:
1. Be specific. Lori Bruhns, President of NAPO-NC, suggests that “’Getting organized’ is too vague for someone to actually tackle. Instead, we encourage people to specify ways in which they would like to become more organized, such as ‘I’d like to streamline my morning routine’ or ‘I want to leave work with a cleared desktop.’”
2. Take baby steps. NAPO-NC Treasurer Tracey Gritz, notes that “Sometimes a job seems insurmountable. Taken all at once, it may be. But, if you stop and list out all of the small steps that it takes to get to the end, you suddenly have series of very do-able tasks that will lead to the successful completion of your goal.”
3. Reward yourself. “Take the time to play a board game with your family, go out for coffee with a friend, invite people over to celebrate, or take a long bath to reflect how far you have come in the space,” states Stefanie Watkins, NAPO-NC’s Vice President.
4. Enlist support. Karen Krasner, Director of Community Relations for NAPO-NC, recommends “telling a friend or family member what you hope to accomplish and when you plan to finish. Ask them to keep you accountable by checking in with you periodically to see how it’s going.”
If you are one of the 96% of people who believe they could save time at home by being more organized, implement the above strategies and contact me! I can help with a one-on-one organizational assessment of your home or office and provide hands-on help to clear the clutter and simplify your life. Call or e-mail: 317-867-1540 or jnusbaum (at) simplifiedspaces (dot) net.
Originally posted 2011-01-13 08:30:45. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
GO Month’s “Great Organizing Give Away”
Filed under: Clear the clutter, Home Organization, NAPO GO Month, Office Organization
Getting organized consistently tops the list of New Years Resolutions. Many people use the start of a new year to make goals to improve their lives, and becoming more organized can help save time and money, increase productivity, enhance one’s quality of life, and reduce stress. In fact, in its most recent national survey, the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) found that 91 percent felt they could be more efficient at work if they were better organized. Overall, 71 percent indicated their quality of life would improve with more organization.
Although just about everyone seems to understand the benefits of being organized, it’s not always easy to figure out just where to start. To offer people solutions to become more organized in their office, with their time and in their home, professional organizers from around the globe are joining together to participate in the first ever “Great Organizing Give Away” to celebrate January as Get Organized (GO) month.
On January 25, 2010 seekers of organization and productivity wisdom can go to www.AskTheOrganizingExperts.com and sign up for free resources such as ebooks, tip sheets, audio programs and more as well as opportunities to enter into drawings for amazing prizes. Organizing information will be categorized into three main categories:
- your office
- your time
- your home
Business professionals, parents, students and seniors will all find expert resources to help them make 2010 their best year yet.
The Organizing Genie is excited to have been invited to participate in the Great Organizing Giveaway. More details soon.
Happy GO Month!
Originally posted 2010-01-23 23:44:30. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
Finally Get Organized in 2010 with a Declutter Challenge
Filed under: Clear the clutter, Family Management, Home Organization, NAPO GO Month, Paper Management
One of the most interesting Declutter Challenges that I have come across is one called the “2010 in 2010 Declutter Challenge”. The concept is easy, and the results are huge! You simply choose one way to make the challenge work for you, and during the year 2010, declutter away! Keep track on a calendar and look forward to a having a much more organized home by the end of the year!
The first idea to get rid of 2010 ITEMS. Big items, small items, multiple part items, items from your garage, items stuffed into your attic, items that you can’t recall who gave them to you, items of which you have too many, items you never use or read any more. If you are worried that you won’t be able to get rid of 2010 items, don’t forget that “get rid of” doesn’t have to only mean “throw away”. USE UP that huge supply of shampoo in your bathroom storage cupboard instead of buying new product! USE UP that overload of detergent, or that bulk purchase of canned tomatoes! As long as you are REDUCING YOUR CLUTTER item by item, you are succeeding in your challenge!
The second idea is to commit to decluttering for 2010 minutes in 2010! If you do the math, you will discover that it’s only about 45 minutes per week! Less than 10 minutes per day… which is not much at all, is it? 10 minutes of commercials well spent? 10 minutes of waiting for your ride to come? Have a small declutter project for the week, set the timer at 45 minutes, and simply declutter your way down to zero each week!
A third idea is to declutter 2,010 pounds of “stuff”! I know it sounds like a lot, and it is. However, this Declutter Challenge may be perfectly suited for those who have excess furniture taking up space that they would love to get back, stacks of heavy catalogues or magazines stashed in the basement, or a garage piled high with who-knows-what. Purchase or borrow a basic scale, or ask the weight at the dump where you drop off your big load. Decluttering 2,010 pounds from your house in the year 2010 will no doubt give you a lot more space, and get rid of a lot of unnecessary clutter!
If you take the 2010 in 2010 Declutter Challenge in any of the forms suggested, or if you adjust it to suit your own particular needs, you will take a huge leap towards your desired clutter-free state. Enjoy your challenge and get clutter free!
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Originally posted 2010-01-28 12:51:33. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
Resolve to Get Organized in 2010 with Organizing Workshops in Indianapolis/Carmel, IN
Filed under: Clear the clutter, Home Organization, NAPO GO Month, Office Organization, Paper Management, Time Management & Productivity
If you live in the Indianapolis area, here are my upcoming workshops for Get Organized Month
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
RE: January – February workshops / classes conducted by Indianapolis/Carmel Organizing Consultant, Janet Nusbaum, to help clear the clutter and simplify your life.
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Washington Township Parks & Recreation (Westfield)
Address: 1549 E. Greyhound Pass, Carmel (behind St. Vincent Medical Center & Barnes & Noble)
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Cost: $18 per session
- Resolve to Get Organized in 2010 Tues., January 19
- Power over Paper – Put an End to the Paper Chase Tues., February 16
For more information: CLICK HERE (classes appear in the Adult Enrichment category) or call: 317-574-1074
St. Luke’s United Methodist Church
“Now It’s Time” Series
Address: 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260, (317) 846-3404
Cost: $10 per session – open to the public
- Resolve to Get Organized in 2010 Sunday, January 24 – 4:0 – 5:30pm
- Power over Paper – Put an End to the Paper Chase Wednesday, January 27 – 7:30 – 9:00pm
Call the church to register – 317-846-3404.
Hope to see you at any of these upcoming workshops! Contact me if you have any questions – 317-867-1540.
jnusbaum(at)SimplifiedSpaces(dot)net
Originally posted 2010-01-07 17:41:35. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
Simplified Spaces is the SAVE on EVERSAVE Indianapolis TODAY!
Filed under: Chronic Disorganization, Clear the clutter, Great Deals, Home Organization, NAPO GO Month
Have you been wanting to get organized but weren’t sure if you could afford a Professional Organizer? If you live in Central Indiana, NOW YOU CAN! In celebration of GO MONTH (Get Organized), Simplified Spaces Professional Organizing Solutions is the featured SAVE on EVERSAVE Indianapolis starting today, January 14 through January 17, 2011. Here’s the details:
Today’s Save: $45 for a hands-on, two-hour professional in-home organizing session from Simplified Spaces ($100 value)
Go to this link http://eversave.com by January 17 and purchase the Simplified Spaces SAVE. Then contact me to set up an appointment to get organized! Just tell me that you’ll be using your EVERSAVE SAVE voucher. The voucher can be used in any space – home or office.
If you have any questions, please call 317-867-1540, or e-mail me at: jnusbaum (at) SimplifiedSpaces (dot) net.
It’s a New Year … now’s the time! The price couldn’t be better! Buy a SAVE for you and a friend! What a great gift! No more excuses!
Originally posted 2011-01-14 11:48:39. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
