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Each month in this newsletter
I share organizing tips to use in your home and office. Try some
projects by yourself or ask for help from my friendly professional team.
We have great ideas for improving the use of all sizes of spaces and helping you become more productive.
Happy Organizing,
Pierrette Ashcroft
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Pierrette Ashcroft,
founder of getOrganizedDC, has more than 20 years of business experience
organizing events and providing innovative solutions in homes and
offices. She is committed to continuing her education and training to
best serve her client's organizing and productivity needs.
As one
of the inaugural class to receive credentials as a Certified
Professional Organizer, CPOÆ, Pierrette earned a top distinction in the
organizing industry.
In 2010 she completed her training to
become a Certified Productivity Coach. Through her Productivity Boot
Camp she is able to increase the productivity of busy professionals. Pierrette will clear your piles of paper, overloaded inbox and cluttered life so you can be more effective in your business and career.
To learn more, call or write for a free telephone consultation at: 202.537.9705 or Pierrette@getOrganizedDC.com. Or visit our Web site.
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MAKE TIME TO SCHEDULE AND PLAN
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| Improve Your Time Management Skills
 Does your day often seem like a series of unplanned tasks with a few urgent situations thrown in?
If you want to be more focused, get things done and achieve your goals it helps to plan and schedule your time effectively. Get into the habit of having a regular time to plan your day, your week and even the month.
First recognize how much time you have during the day. Unless you plan to sleep less, this is not going to change.
Start by scheduling the things that are crucial and high priority. Examine your to-do list for essential tasks that won't get done if you don't do them. Block them in first.
It is so important to schedule time to deal with unexpected interruptions.
Unpredictable things happen to all of us. You can reduce your stress
level by having buffer time on your schedule to deal with these
situations.
Remember to schedule time for yourself and the activities you enjoy. You will be more effective overall if you have things to look forward to.
Regular scheduling and planning is one of the most important time management skills you can use.
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BEHIND MY GARAGE DOOR
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From Cluttered to Neat in Just a Few Hours
 It was getting a little tight in my garage, so one Saturday morning I set aside a few hours to get it back in shape.
I started by taking everything out, even the stuff I planned to keep. Everything was sorted into categories.
Trash
- anything broken went into the trash can - ready to be put out for
pick up. Empty cardboard boxes were moved to the recycle bin.
Duplicate items
like yard and garden tools went in the give away/sell section. Giveaway
items were loaded into my car for a quick trip to Good Will.
There were a few items that were worth the effort to sell on Craigslist. I set those aside and scheduled time on my calendar to deal with them. That would be a project in itself.
Old containers of garden chemicals that I wasn't ever going to use were packed up to be taken to the hazardous waste section at the dump.
With the garage empty I gave the floor a good sweep to prepare for the next step.
It was time to put back things that were going to be stored in the garage. At least half of what I removed was not going back.
I took advantage of vertical space
and used hooks on one wall for garden tools and another one hung from a
ceiling joist for my bike. They were inexpensive and quick and easy to
install.
Using existing storage containers I grouped like items together to be stored on shelves. In the end, all the containers were labeled making it easy to preserve the order.
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HOME INVENTORY
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Be Prepared Before Disaster Strikes
 Are you prepared if a disaster such as fire, theft or severe weather were to strike your home?
The Insurance Information Institute says that the insurance claims
process works smoother, faster and that homeowners get more fair
settlements if they have some type of home inventory.
You can create your own inventory
with a video overview of your home and personal belongings or by
writing a list. Ask your insurance agent what type of proof of
possession is required under your policy.
Take inventory a single room at a time.
Include photos or video and estimated value backed up with receipts and
appraisals. Make notes of when and where items were purchased. For
electronics include the serial number. Don't forget to inventory items
in drawers, cabinets and closets.
Software such as Quicken Home Inventory Manager for PCs can make the process easier. There's a place to store photos and details of each possession.
A good inventory will help you determine how much insurance your need to protect your belongings and it is an accurate record of what you have should you need to file a claim.
Store the information securely.
If its on your computer, back up to either an online storage company or
burn it to a CD, DVD or USB drive. Online storage has the advantage of
being accessible remotely during a disaster. Print two copies of a
written list. Store a copy of your inventory outside of your home either
with a trusted friend or family member or in a safety deposit box.
Remember to update your inventory when you buy something new.
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ORGANIZING SOLUTION
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| Keeping Track of Electronic Gadgets
Challenge:
 It's hard to keep track of all your electronic gadgets
and the accompanying paraphernalia. Each one has a manual, charger and
maybe an extra cable to connect to your computer or printer. When you
need a cord you are always searching for the right one.
Solution:The Media Wally from Kanagroom hangs on the wall or over a door. It's a handy place to organize all of your small electronic devices and their accessories in one easy to access location.
… 8 padded pockets protect cameras, gadgets and fragile digital devices.
… 8 letter-sized pouches organize instruction manuals and warranties.
… 8 elastic mesh pockets tame cords, cables, batteries, memory cards, USB cables, chargers, flash drives, and other small parts.
… Labels and hardware for over-the-door and wall hanging are included.
… Dimensions: 25"x25"
Result:
With your electronic gadgets and accessories organized in one location you will be able to find what you need when you need it. |
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