Archive for the Organization Category
Posted on November 13, 2009 by LJ
Fridays are tip days at SimpleProductivity blog.
One of the major things I do every day is DOING things. I have a to-do list, and it keeps me focused and makes sure that I am reminded to do the things I need to. It is critical to my productivity level, and [...]
Continue Reading
Posted on November 6, 2009 by LJ
Fridays are tip days at SimpleProductivity blog.
It is finally change-of-season time in the mid-Atlantic, and I swapped out my clothes from summer to winter (we essentially have two seasons here: hot and not.) This seasonal clothes switching is a great time to evaluate your wardrobe. Let’s jump right in!
Putting The [...]
Continue Reading
Posted on November 5, 2009 by LJ
Flylady, the lovable woman who insists anyone can have a clean and peaceful home, is an internet phenomenon. Her no-nonsense advice and pointed reminders have helped people across the globe. She believes her system will work for anyone, regardless of age, sex, income, country or employment status. (Flylady points out [...]
Continue Reading
Posted on October 9, 2009 by LJ
Fridays are tip days at SimpleProductivity blog.
Many organization books will have you clear off horizontal surfaces and place little-used items in drawers or containers. I have found that this practice can be good, but it also has a flip side where it can hinder us. Here are some examples to [...]
Continue Reading
Posted on September 23, 2009 by LJ
Wednesdays are simplicity days at SimpleProductivity blog.
I’ve never been a Martha Stewart fan. Sure, I can appreciate the personal touches, ideal care for garments, re-purposing items and gourmet food.
I loved the re-purposing of an armoire as a gardening center that recently appeared on her website. Until I realized that this [...]
Continue Reading
Posted on September 11, 2009 by LJ
Every now and then the obvious hits me. I like to call these “DOH” moments in honor of Homer Simpson. I have had several happen in the past weeks, and I thought I would share them.
The first concerns my new-to-me breadmaker. I was drying the pan, and thinking that it [...]
Continue Reading