Recycling has become a great way to be resourceful. It also happens to be trending in most households. Recycling is not only great for the environment, but it can help you reach that next level of tidiness and organization in your home. Here are ten home items that are actually… Read more
On behalf of Professional Organizers in Canada, I spoke to Kaitlyn Herbst from Global News Morning Weekend about clever storage ideas to help you organize your garage.
Every year, we help many people downsize from their current homes to something smaller and more manageable. And while a smaller home is generally good, it’s also essential to ensure this new space is age-proof and works in the long run. If you’re a senior who is downsizing or retrofitting… Read more
Summertime is road trip time. There’s something special about travelling on land at your own pace and stopping when the moment is right. But with luggage, snacks, souvenirs and other stuff, your vehicle can become a bit of a disaster zone. Whether you’re on vacation or just using your car… Read more
Vacations boost your productivity, so I’m always a bit surprised when I work with business owners or employees who hesitate about taking holidays. Often, business owners feel they can’t spare the time or afford the cost, or they fear the amount of work they’ll face when they return. But taking… Read more
Asbestos is not a common topic in my profession, but it does pop up occasionally when I talk to homeowners who are clearing out storage spaces in their unfinished basements and attics or considering renovations. Should it be a concern? Here are some things you should know. Yes, you may… Read more
Yes, I know we all love our mobile phones. From paying for a purchase to mapping out directions, the number of time saving tasks you can do with your phone is actually quite incredible. But while we may think that having our mobile device at hand is actually making us… Read more
We seem to be hearing more and more about natural disasters. Fires, floods and warnings about earthquakes. Are you ready? This is the one time, in particular, we need to be organized and prepared for an emergency situation. I urge everyone to have a prepacked Emergency Kit with an Emergency… Read more
Yes, we do live in a new world of Craigslist ads, Kijiji posts and Facebook groups, but nothing quite beats a garage sale. Particularly if you’re moving, it’s a fantastic way to get rid of a bunch of unwanted items all in one day. Here are some of my top… Read more
You know that exasperating feeling when you’re looking for a file on your computer or a shared company drive and can’t just find it? You know it’s there somewhere, yet you’re wasting time looking in all the wrong places. This means you likely don’t have consistent naming conventions for your… Read more
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