We live in a consumer culture. As a professional home organizer in Vancouver, I see first-hand how much people buy – especially the items on sale for a “good deal.” Unfortunately, many of these items break or wear out quickly. The result is a pile of broken, unusable clutter filling… Read more
Entrepreneurs know their businesses accumulate an overwhelming amount of information every day. Additionally, the tech world changes rapidly, so staying on top of the latest apps and trends is almost impossible. However, here are some tried and true methods to help you organize and safeguard the digital assets of your… Read more
Some people collect coins and banknotes as a hobby. It’s a great way to learn about the history. In fact, almost all countries – Canada included – issue coins to commemorate significant events. Often, people accumulate currency of interest over their lifetime, or they might inherit some from a relative…. Read more
I read an article in Forbes Magazine about New Year’s resolutions. Most are about adopting healthier lifestyle choices (fitness, diet, weight loss, etc.). Additionally, mental health improvement and better financial management are close to the top of the list. Interestingly, research indicates that many people struggle to maintain or achieve… Read more
I was honoured and delighted to be interviewed by Patricia Barnes for the Neighbours of Edgemont magazine for their January Edition. The magazine features iconic neighbours, past and present, who have contributed to the community. I’m proud to say that my father was one of those iconic neighbours. My Dad… Read more
I was pleased to join Michelle Eliot on BC Today to talk about decluttering for 2024. We discussed Out of Chaos’ C.L.E.A.R. Process, and the listeners who called in provided some insightful commentary. Here are some of the highlights. Why Do People Want to Declutter in the New Year? People… Read more
January 1st is the time when many people decide to make changes in their lives with the hopes of improving their future. They have big ideas to reorganize their lives completely. Some write out the plans in detail. Others merely hope that good intentions will carry them through. What if there… Read more
Recently, a Chu On That… newsletter subscriber said they were ready to relocate to a smaller home. The problem was that they lived in their house for over 30 years and had no idea where to start. It’s a common situation – and it can be very stressful. Luckily, with… Read more
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
It was exciting to be invited to present an organizing and decluttering segment as part of CBC BC’s 37th annual Food Bank Day on December 1st. CBC dedicated an entire day to broadcast their show with a live studio audience to raise funds and awareness for food banks in BC…. Read more
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Our family engaged Linda after the initial consultation meeting, when she blew away any other competition we had also vetted, with her depth of knowledge, experience, enthusiasm and clearly strong leadership skills. She listened to us, and not only ensured that our guidelines were adhered to, but also went above and beyond to keep our best interests at heart.
— Anna Y.