The start of a new year often comes with big intentions: This is the year I’ll finally get organized. This is the year I’ll manage my time better. This is the year I’ll stop procrastinating and get it all done. But lurking just beneath those hopeful resolutions is something far more powerful, and far more
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Recently I read Joshua Becker’s post (from Becoming Minimalist) about 12 things America already has enough of. It’s funny, but in its humor lies truth. If you’ve ever tried to fit just one more mug in your kitchen cabinet, you may have already realized that you probably have…enough! While Becker was writing about physical stuff,
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In his commencement speech at the University of Texas Austin in 2014, Admiral William McRaven spoke about ten lessons he learned in SEAL training. The first was centered on a very basic, required military task – make your bed. He said, “If you make your bed every morning you will have accomplished the first task
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When it comes to productivity, size doesn’t always matter—but organization definitely does. If you’re working out of a small office, you may feel like clutter creeps in faster and chaos multiplies quicker. But with a few smart strategies, even the smallest space can become a workspace that promotes focus, efficiency, and calm. Here’s how to
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Take a breath. Pause for reflection. Enjoy a well-deserved break! These are all things that may be available to us during the summer months. But summer’s quieter pace is also the perfect time to spend a little time re-setting your physical space, your systems, and your to-do list. Consider the stuff that gets pushed aside
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Are you the organized one dealing with a disorganized boss? I often get questions from audience members at presentations and clients about how to work with someone who is disorganized. The frustration is real, but there are a few ways to handle a boss whose organizational skills are lacking. Try one of these five tips:
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A cluttered workspace – whether at home or at work – can be a major productivity killer. If your desk is constantly messy or your filing system is a disaster, you might be unknowingly holding yourself back. Sometimes old habits that we may not even realize we have are getting in our way. If any
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The quickening pace of school, work and home life always takes a while to get used to once the reality of September sinks in. For many parents of school-aged children, the grind of getting back into the routine of early mornings, homework, car pools and after-school activities can be challenging. Having some systems and routines
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In the realm of productivity hacks and time management strategies, one concept that has been gaining traction is that of “body doubling”, also known as “co-working.” While the term might sound peculiar at first, its effectiveness in enhancing focus and productivity is remarkable. So, what exactly is body doubling, and how can it revolutionize the
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Why I Organized My Kitchen I hate to cook. When I watch all those HGTV shows where those starry-eyed couples are looking for the perfect “chef’s kitchen” with all the bells and whistles – enormous Wolf stoves, pot-filler faucets, fancy espresso stations – my eyes tend to glaze over and I tune right out. What
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