Did you know that 44% of Americans who moved to a new home admitted to crying at least once during the process? I assume the results of a Canadian survey would be similar. The survey also indicates that over 50% of Americans have some regrets about moving to a new… Read more
Tips for Organizing Clutter and Much More
Minimalism vs Maximalism
According to research, clearing clutter from your home and work environment improves focus and productivity. That’s why I was surprised by some articles and trends in the news promoting the benefits of clutter. However, if you read between the lines, they are talking about the desire to keep their stuff…. Read more
Use Templates to Improve Productivity
A template is a pattern used to create replicas quickly and easily. In digital terms, it is a specially crafted file that contains all the building blocks you need to create replicas. This means you don’t have to recreate an item whenever you need it. It takes time to build… Read more
How to Make an Inventory for an International Move
Moving abroad is challenging. You must adjust or re-adjust to a new climate and culture. But, before you go, you’ll need to create a household inventory for an international move. What is an Inventory? Simply put, an inventory is a detailed listing of all your household goods – everything from… Read more
How to Organize Pokémon Cards
I often discover trading card collections when I help families organize their homes. Children amass them to trade with their friends, and parents frequently roll their eyes at these messy piles of cards. However, there are benefits to card collections. Gaming cards can boost reading skills and memory retention and… Read more
Top 10 Office Organizing Tips to Implement Now
Are you ready for some quick tips that you can implement today to boost productivity at your office? This could be the most important thing you read all day. Feel free to share these top 10 office organizing tips with your colleagues. Top 10 Office Organizing Tips Use my B-CLEAR™… Read more
Top 10 Tips for Taking the Stress Out of Your Next Move
The Out of Chaos team has helped hundreds of people relocate to a new home during our 20+ years in business. Over that time, we helped people organize, pack, and move to a new home. Read below for our top 10 tips for taking the stress out of your next… Read more
23 Things to Declutter This Year
I’m starting this year with a quick little post with a list of things you can declutter this year. Although I say, “toss it” and “throw it in the trash,” I don’t want you to send everything to the landfill. Please take the time to dispose of your items responsibly…. Read more
4 Ways to Save Money in a Small Business
With a struggling economy, many people are looking at cost-cutting measures, and entrepreneurs are no exception. For that reason, I’ve put together a list of ways to save money in a small business. Because these tips focus on organizing and business systems, they can also save time and reduce stress…. Read more
All About Moving Boxes
Often clients ask me how many moving boxes they need for a move. The answer depends on the household. A minimalist living in a studio apartment might use 20 or 30 moving boxes, whereas a family in a 4-bedroom home would require over 200. But it isn’t just the number… Read more