I was thrilled to be interviewed by Allan Britnell of Cottage Life Magazine for their article about organizing the cottage. Like any home you leave vacant for an extended period, there are special storage considerations when organizing the cottage. Here are a few points I covered in the article. Store… Read more
Out of Chaos Professional Organizers in the News
Redfin Article: Experts Share 16 Life-Changing Ideas for Decluttering and Organizing Small Spaces.
In this Redfin article, Out of Chaos and other experts provide life-changing ideas for efficiently organizing small spaces. Whether you live in a small condo in downtown Vancouver or a sprawling Colonial-style home in the suburbs, read on and get inspired to make the most of these tiny areas. Do… Read more
Why I am a Frequent Shopper
Most people think professional organizers rarely shop, so I bet you are surprised to learn I am a frequent shopper. I explained my reasons to Anita Saulite in the Tangerine article “What Kind of Holiday Shopper Are You?” (internet archives) I created a “Gift Ideas” list in the Notes app… Read more
Investment Executive: Take a Load Off
I was quoted in Investment Executive last week in a retirement and downsizing article entitled, Take a Load Off. I highlighted some practical steps retirees can use to organize their estate. It will reduce the burden on their executors after they have passed on. On Purging Possessions… One challenge is… Read more
All Things Renovation
I was thrilled to chat with Brandy Kawulka, a ticketed journey-woman, on their All Things Renovation Podcast. Brandy’s company, Wood be Art focuses on home renovations, and we discussed how to stay organized before, during and after your renovation. We covered the types of materials you need to pack and… Read more
In The House Podcast
I was delighted to be a guest on the In The House Podcast with real estate experts & dynamic hosts Jenny Wun and Toni Sing. Their energy sparked a great conversation. Here are some of the highlights of our discussion. The Out of Chaos Story I discussed my background and… Read more
Where to Sit in the Office to Be More Productive
Many companies have permanently moved to a hybrid working model. As a result, they adopt “hot desking,” where employees can choose whichever desk they want when working on site. The location of the desk can influence an employee’s productivity. For that reason, CNBC asked my opinion on where to sit… Read more
Decluttering Your Life in 2021
I was quoted in the CBC News article 3 tips for decluttering your life in 2021 along with a few colleagues. However, it doesn’t matter when you start organizing; you can apply these tips at any time. Get Help to Get Focused A family member or a friend can help… Read more
Time Management Tips for 2021 – CBC Radio On The Coast Interview
I was happy to provide time management tips for 2021 in my CBC Radio On The Coast interview. Host Gloria Macarenko raised some great issues about the challenges families face when working from home and homeschooling. Gloria asked me how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected our ability to manage time…. Read more
Packing the Trunk – Cottage Life
Whether you’re heading off for a hot summer weekend at the cottage or a holiday visit to the ski chalet, getting all of your stuff into your vehicle can be a challenge. I was happy to provide my tips on packing the trunk to Cottage Life Magazine. Tips for packing… Read more
