FUNctionality
Organizing Ideas & FUNspiration
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Over the years, I’ve compiled a list of some of the most useful services to help get organized and stay that way.
I welcome you to copy and save the list, as well as add to it.
– Allison

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WHAT IS YOUR STUFF WORTH?

It’s Deductible now has a free online tool to help you figure out the
value of [...]

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The Purse PerfectorTM
In my ongoing quest to have a more organized purse, I tried out a new product (at least it is new to me) called the Purse Perfector. It qualifies as an Organizing STAR product!
The company was kind enough to send me a cute pink one to test drive.

You see, I have a favorite bag [...]

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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 pro.
What’s [...]

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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 for keeping [...]

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Announcing the First Ever
Organizing Telesummit 2010
A week of teleclasses
Track 1 - people who want to get organized
Track 2 - for professional organizers
January 25 - 29, 2010

Hosted by Organizer U. and the ZING list
Learn to organize from the comfort of your own couch!
You also pay $0.00 for air-fare, hotel, and other travel expenses that you would pay [...]

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I admit it - I’m a gadget junkie. I like to mess around with gadgets and online tools just to see what they do.
Recently I have found several online sites that stand out for helping me stay organized.
For me, to be a winner, a site has to be user friendly, do something useful, easily accessible, [...]

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planner

People often ask me, which is better to use: a paper or electronic planner?
Here is the answer: There is no right answer.
You first need to figure out some things about your brain and your life, such as:
1. Do you remember things better when you write them down? yes, no
2. Do you have only one or [...]

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bouqc2-1

Organizing with mothers is one of the great pleasures I get as a human being. I love to help a busy, frazzled, stressed out family really get into a groove and get it together. It is a huge plus for the entire family. When Mom is happy, everyone is happier.
So what can you do for [...]

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electrecycle

Earth day is here us and so I bring to you some resources to help you organize for better recycling.
Places to recycle (please add your own in the comments!)
Cell Phones - Office supply stores, best buy, church, school
Electronics - Best buy, apple
CF bulbs - Home depot - there is a drop box in every store
Eyeglasses [...]