Tips for Organizing Clutter and Much More

Declutter Your Outdoor Space

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Sometimes, our outdoor spaces can become a catch-all for everything we don’t want inside our homes, especially over the cooler months. But tossing all our junk in the yard won’t make us the darlings of the neighbourhood. In fact, a recent survey indicates one of the top factors respondents cited… Read more

Where to Spend and Where to Save on Organizing Products

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Let’s face it. We live in a capitalist society, and businesses are there to make money. People have good intentions regarding decluttering and organizing, but the slick marketing ads in magazines and makeover television shows convince people to buy storage containers they may not need. In fact, the Out of… Read more

Time Management Tips for Better Networking

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One of my favourite fables, The Grasshopper and the Ant, has a message that applies to the business world. The hard-working ant prepares for the future by gathering and storing food. His lazy neighbour, the grasshopper, spends his time in idle pursuits. When winter comes, the ant enjoys the fruits… Read more

In the Mood for Spring Cleaning with CBC – BC Today

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I was happy to discuss getting in the mood for spring cleaning with Michelle Eliot on BC Today. We talked about how the warm weather and sunshine inspire our spring-cleaning efforts. At this time of the year, we’re coming out of the depths of winter’s cold weather. When we look… Read more

How to Reduce Regrets About Moving to a New Home

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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

Minimalism vs Maximalism

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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