organize your home tagged posts

Thanks to Cindy Bernstein of Aim4Order for this episode of Tips from the Pros with a blog about forgotten spots that need organizing.

Everyone has a few spots where clutter just seems to accumulate no matter what you do. These locations become a part of your home that we stop noticing after a while. We never get around to organizing these things because they have become part of the landscape. Here are some ideas to tackle those forgotten spots that need organizing.

Jewelry

Most people take good care of their gold jewelry, but also have an assortment of costume jewelry pieces that maybe don’t get the care they need. Necklaces get tangled, earrings are missing backs and some pieces may be in need of repair.

First, go through everything and figure out what you can let go...

Back when you were in school, did you wait until the last minute to complete assignments? Some things never change. Most of us procrastinate when it comes to doing tasks we don’t want to do.

Why does everyone procrastinate? The most common reason is because we think it will be difficult or taxing to do whatever it is that needs doing. Usually, when the task has been completed, we feel great. We can look back and see the progress and be proud of the accomplishment.

Here are some tips to help you stop procrastinating and get things done.

• Make lists to remind yourself what you need to accomplish. You can do this with a pen and paper or you can use a computer or cell phone – whatever works for you.
• Prioritize your list and try to figure out how much time you will need to do each task...