15, Apr 2019
Small changes can have a noticeable impact on your mood and productivity levels at home and in the office. Here are a few ways to streamline your morning routine to set you up for a less stressed and more productive day. Get Ready for the Night Before Getting ready the… Read more
21, Jan 2019
In the world of fitness, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) combines bursts of intense exercise with periods of rest or lower intensity exercise. Using this HIIT method, athletes can maximize their training benefits in a reduced period of time. There is some evidence to show that adjusting the workday to resemble… Read more
20, Nov 2017
Do you commute to and from work? While it may seem unproductive, you can use this downtime to your advantage. Plan ahead and benefit from these morning and evening stretches to get some things accomplished. Here are some examples: If you’re driving… Organize your day using your hands-free assistant. iPhone user? … Read more
14, Feb 2017
I get asked the question, “How can I stop being disorganized?” quite a bit as a Professional Organizer. The answer isn’t an easy one. There is no magic pill to make anyone organized. But, if you feel you are a disorganized person, here are a few steps I recommend you… Read more
20, Jun 2016
Remember what school was like? Things seemed a little simpler then. Tests and exams stressed me out, but the habits I had even before I became a professional organizer helped me get through those times and on to graduate. In school, as in my business today, you have to put in… Read more
26, Apr 2016
We all have bad habits that hold us back in our business and personal lives. But habits don’t have to be permanent. And if you’re serious about changing your ways, don’t be intimidated by thinking it’s a matter of willpower. It’s about changing your bad habits and replacing them with… Read more
16, Jun 2011
In this electronic age, it does not come as a surprise that most work disruptions are electronic. The technology company, harmon.ie commissioned a survey in March 2011. They surveyed 515 IT users working in American and global companies to better understand the impact that electronic distractions have on the workplace…. Read more
29, Mar 2010
I help people declutter their lives and get rid of the bad habits that led to the chaos in the first place. Sometimes, my professional advice seems a lot like something you might hear from a life coach. But, good habits are the key to getting organized. After all, my… Read more
23, Jun 2008
Procrastination. About 95 percent of us have done it at some point. For up to 20 percent of us, it’s a chronic behaviour that induces guilt and feelings of inadequacy (CBC News). For some people, it’s a curse, preventing them from achieving the things they want in life. They put… Read more
30, Apr 2007
Tax time is one of the more stressful times of the year. You are in search mode, looking for all your documents. In addition, you are possibly more stressed about having to pay taxes. Being savvy with money shouldn’t be this difficult! I was speaking with a business colleague, Nancy… Read more
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“Out of Chaos” is our go to company for our customers’ organizing needs. Linda Chu has the skill set and personality to not only become a friend but also bring a sense of calm and control, boosting energy and increasing productivity. She is a celebrity in the field due to her years of experience and numerous guest appearances on CityTV Vancouver.
— Ben M.