11, Dec 2023
When you’re hosting out-of-town guests, organizing beforehand makes the visit more relaxed and enjoyable. Use these tips to leave a positive impression on your visitors. Before the Out-of-Town Guests Arrive Have a family meeting to discuss expectations during the guests’ visit. It is important to remind younger children to respect… Read more
24, Jul 2023
Many of my fellow entrepreneurs take holidays when business is slow. And that is wonderful because vacations boost productivity, and you can come back fully charged and ready to go. But what if your business is still slow? Don’t let your energy go to waste. Use this time to strengthen… Read more
22, Mar 2022
I was thrilled to be interviewed by Allan Britnell of Cottage Life Magazine for their article about organizing the cottage. Like any home you leave vacant for an extended period, there are special storage considerations when organizing the cottage. Here are a few points I covered in the article. Store… Read more
09, Nov 2020
Whether you’re heading off for a hot summer weekend at the cottage or a holiday visit to the ski chalet, getting all of your stuff into your vehicle can be a challenge. I was happy to provide my tips on packing the trunk to Cottage Life Magazine. Tips for packing… Read more
03, Jul 2020
Last year I was interviewed by Jackie Davis at Cottage Life magazine for their Cottage Q&A column. I provided weekend packing tips for the cottage. My tips to help simplify and organize packing and unpacking include: Reduce the amount of stuff you have to take back and forth. Make a… Read more
30, Dec 2019
Perhaps you have enjoyed a quiet week away from home and work on a secluded beach in the south or maybe you have been at home enjoying the company of family and friends. Either way, the holidays are almost over. Sad though it is, it’s time to start planning to… Read more
13, May 2019
We’ve talked before about why vacations boost productivity, but there are still many entrepreneurs out there who struggle with taking time off. The only way to find time for a holiday is to plan for it. Read on for some vacation planning advice to help you get away so you… Read more
25, Jun 2018
Vacations boost your productivity, so I’m always a bit surprised when I work with business owners or employees who hesitate about taking holidays. Often business owners feel they can’t spare the time or afford the cost. Or, they fear the amount of work they’ll face when they return. But taking… Read more
14, Nov 2017
The colder months are upon us and it’s a wonderful time to head somewhere warm. And as the spokesperson for Professional Organizers in Canada, I was very excited to be contacted by Global News to provide some tips on how to pack a carry-on for a week-long getaway. When you… Read more
05, Dec 2008
Linda Chu joins the Shaw TV’s Urban Rush crowd to help them in planning for a long weekend. With a long weekend coming up, Linda shows off a few space-saving items for camping. Newer camping gear is space-saving and multi-functional. For example, Linda shows a cook set that includes a… Read more
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