by Laurie Palau | Feb 20, 2012 | BLOG: A Life More Organized, Paper Clutter, Quick Tips, Tip of the Week
Many people have already filed their 2011 taxes, but for those of you who are still in the process of gathering information, here’s a tip: Create one central file for all documents pertaining to 2011 taxes an label it: 2011 TAX INFORMATION. As important...
by Laurie Palau | Feb 6, 2012 | BLOG: A Life More Organized, Getting Organized, Quick Tips, Tip of the Week
I dislike filing papers as much as the next person, but unfortunately it’s a necessary evil. Be diligent about only keeping what is truly necessary. Many people keep receipts or documents that are easily replaceable if needed. This will immediately cut down on...
by Laurie Palau | Jan 30, 2012 | BLOG: A Life More Organized, Getting Organized, Quick Tips, Tip of the Week
Whether it’s listening to music, talking on the phone, or enlisting a friend to keep you company, find something to distract you from the task at hand. Focusing on something enjoyable takes the attention away from what you are doing…and before you know...
by Laurie Palau | Jan 23, 2012 | BLOG: A Life More Organized, Getting Organized, Quick Tips, Tip of the Week
If you expect to tackle your entire “to-do” in one day you are setting yourself up for disappointment. Instead, select 2-3 top priority action items to focus on each day. Anything above and beyond those should be considered gravy.
by Laurie Palau | Jan 16, 2012 | BLOG: A Life More Organized, Getting Organized, Quick Tips, Tip of the Week
How do you think the “junk drawer” got its name? It’s the place where everything goes when it doesn’t have a designated place. Whether it’s a drawer, closet or room in your home avoid accumulating piles by assigning a specific “home” for your...
by Laurie Palau | Jan 10, 2012 | BLOG: A Life More Organized, Paper Clutter, Quick Tips, Simplify, Tip of the Week
Letting mail pile up only increases the amount of time you need to spend sorting down the road. If you get in the habit of sorting and purging the mail each day you will save valuable time in the long run. Not to mention that it is much easier for important papers or...