20, Nov 2017
Do you commute to and from work? While it may seem unproductive, you can use this downtime to your advantage. Plan ahead and benefit from these morning and evening stretches to get some things accomplished. Here are some examples: If you’re driving… Organize your day using your hands-free assistant. iPhone user? … Read more
24, Apr 2017
Whether you work at home or not, chances are you have a stash of business documents you no longer need. From bills to business documents to tax records, this paperwork is likely just sitting around taking up space. Yes, you must keep your Revenue Canada income tax and business-related records… Read more
27, Feb 2017
If you work in an office environment and spend hours sitting, it can take a toll on your body. And if your office chair isn’t suitable, it can affect your productivity and even lead to health issues like back problems. Experts agree it’s important to have an office chair that… Read more
25, Jan 2017
As a Professional Organizer, I can assure you that an efficient office storage system is one of the best investments you can make. Think of the hours you’ve spent trying to find things instead of actually working. It’s a waste of time! To help organize your office area, I suggest… Read more
11, Oct 2016
By Beatrice Paez | Investment Executive article published October 7, 2016. Clutter on your computer desktop can hobble productivity just as much as a messy workspace can. It can make important files difficult to find and make you less efficient. Learn how to tackle your digital clutter from Linda Chu, a… Read more
03, Mar 2016
There appears to be a movement towards standing desks vs your traditional sit-down desks. But is this all hype, or is there substance to this movement? Standing desks have existed for centuries; notable users include Thomas Jefferson and Winston Churchill. Researchers are finding out that sitting might be too much… Read more
19, Jan 2016
Overwhelmed by the constant influx of information into your office? The one thing you can’t change is that information will continue to come in, but you can take charge of how you manage what flows in and where it lands. (Watch the video here.) Information comes in many forms, each… Read more
17, Oct 2011
TORONTO, October 17, 2011. For 62 percent of working Canadians, work was identified as the primary culprit of stress in 2010. This is according to new numbers from Statistics Canada released last week. A pressure-cooker to begin with, the workplace stress is made even more intense by being disorganized. “Canadians… Read more
20, Dec 2010
The journal of The Society of Notaries Public of British Columbia published an article I wrote, “Get Organized… and Enjoy More Time.” in their Summer 2010 edition (Vol. 19 No. 2). Keep everything… provided you have the space to store it, and you can find it when you need it…. Read more
22, May 2009
I love spring because it’s green and fresh everywhere. It feels great to be outside. But wouldn’t it be great to feel that rejuvenated and well-balanced at your workspace? You can make that happen with these green organizing tips. The ‘reduce, re-use, recycle’ mantra of the green movement applies to… Read more
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