Posts Tagged ‘Planning’
How to Lead Awesomely Organized Meetings
Watch this video on YouTube It’s Monday morning and I have three meetings to attend today! I’m ready! I have organized all my paperwork needed for each meeting and have made notes. The individuals who called the meetings have provided agendas, so I have an idea of what is expected of me and all the…
Read MoreUsing The Pareto Principle to Declutter
Watch this video on YouTube Using The Pareto Principle to Declutter and Organize your life Have you heard of the Pareto Principle (also called the 80/20 rule)? It was created by Vilfredo Pareto (1848-1923) when he observed that 20% of the people of Italy owned 80% of the wealth. Additionally, this concept of disproportion often…
Read MoreSecrets to Organizing for the Holidays
Watch this video on YouTube Getting ready for the holidays can be daunting. Being organized can make it easier to enjoy the season. Here are some tips to help you. Set your priorities. Decide what activities are most important to you at this time. By making these decisions ahead of time, you’ll be less likely to overdo it. Put the most…
Read MoreUse a To-Do List for the Holidays
Watch this video on YouTube by Basic Organization team member Tracy Wells. Using a to do list is important to get through this time of year. Thanksgiving is upon us and the shoppers are headed out to the stores to grab the latest electronic or fashion trend. Many people are decorating their homes with pretty…
Read MoreHoliday Planning in 3 Easy Steps
Watch this video on YouTube The holidays are fast approaching. Are you starting to panic? Don’t worry. Take a deep breath. There is still time to plan. The key is a successful holiday season is creating a comprehensive plan. Step 1 – Brainstorm Sit down with your immediate family and decide how you want to…
Read MoreKeeping it Together During the Witching Hour
Watch this video on YouTube Keeping it Together During the Witching Hour That hour before dinner is the worst. You’ve finished your work for the day and need to get dinner on the table. DINNER! It’s supposed to be a time when your loving family can come together. But getting through that hour of preparing…
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