Where to begin is one of the most common questions we get about organizing when the whole house is in need of some organizing TLC. There are 2 theories about where to begin: 1. Start with something small and easy. A small and easy project is one that can be done in an hour or [...]

Spring is blooming and that means it’s time for some spring cleaning. What is a good re-birth and renewal without a clean out of all the old clutter that is junking up our lives? You can be an spring organizing/cleaning super star with our STAR method. Before you dig in, weed out, and plant your [...]

If you’re interested in some quick and dirty organizing ideas you may be interested in attending a tele-seminar next week (3/10/10) called Clutter Bootcamp. I will be presenting this 1-hour seminar by phone to people who are looking for ways to organize at home and in business. You can listen in at no cost. The [...]

Many many people struggle with disorganization. It may be a few piles on the counters, mountains of laundry, or completely unusable rooms. Who is likely to be able to conquer clutter on their own and who will probably need a professional for guidance and focus? Take this short quiz to see if you need a [...]

March 4th is my favorite organizing day – because it’s the day you march forth towards your goals and dreams! Sometimes it’s incredibly difficult to get started. So I came up with 20 small organizing projects that you can do in 30 minutes or less (in most cases.) Sharpen your skills. Play around with your organizing [...]

This month’s computer screen wallpaper/calendar theme is March – the time to march forth towards your goals. That’s why I like March 4th so much (say it out loud.) So this month artist Shelly House brings us her artistic rendition of some of my favorite organizing sayings. Put these up on your computer to remind [...]

This is our new on-going series answering your questions about organizing.  To ask a question, just send a quick email to: organizer@theprofessionalorganizer.com or send a tweet. Become a fan on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/theprofessionalorganizer Follow us on twitter: http://twitter.com/organizeatlanta Q: What’s the best way  to tackle daily mail? from Shantau A:One of the best ways to tackle the [...]

I was recently asked to be an expert on CNN.com in a video on organizing your home office in just two hours. They wanted me to have fun and be energetic… so if you would like to see me in living color, here is the final product. It’s a little silly at times, but ya [...]

Recently, two A-list celebs have confessed to being a bit disorganized and messy at times. Oh my! It’s true, they’re not perfect and they’re not afraid to say so. And it’s not just any celebs – they are two media gurus who come into our lives every day to show us ways we can live [...]

Sentimental items, keepsakes, treasures… whatever you call them, these are the items of the heart that remind you of your fondest memories. So if your keepsakes are scattered about the house, getting crumpled and squashed, or lost in the piles, here is your push to gather them up and take care of them. Some tips [...]