Tips for Organizing Clutter and Much More

Pivot Magazine: The Kondo Boom

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I was delighted to be interviewed for the CPA Pivot Magazine about the public’s fascination with the KonMari Method of organizing. Here is part of my interview: “Marie Kondo is like the Keto diet… Her approach is very hot right now. But there are other diets out there that are… Read more

Organizing School Supplies at the End of the School Year

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The kids are done school for the year. They arrive home after their last day and dump all their school supplies, artwork, notebooks, dirty gym clothes, and everything else. The last thing they want to do is sort through it all. However, by taking a bit of time to get… Read more

Office Temperatures Affect Productivity

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Although I run warm most of the time, I know many who have worn their fair share of sweaters in cold offices, so I was interested when this study showed women’s productivity increases when office temperatures are about 3ºC warmer than the typical setting of 21ºC. The temperature of the… Read more

Address Change Checklist

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Moving is stressful. There is so much to do to prepare and organize. Updating your mailing address to all your accounts and subscriptions can seem like a daunting task. It is an important task though. We’ve provided a summary of who needs to know about your address change. Canada Post… Read more

Decluttering Kids’ Clothing

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Our clients with children tell us how quickly children grow and change. They often struggle with the accumulation of clothes and shoes – much of it is hardly worn because it is outgrown so quickly. Keeping ahead of the clutter can be challenging with kids so we’ve provided some advice… Read more

Vacation Planning Advice for Entrepreneurs

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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

Should You Move an Item or Buy It New?

When offering our move management services, occasionally, a client asks whether they should move an item or buy it new at the destination. In the end, it is a personal choice based on many different factors. Below are some things to consider that can help you make a good decision… Read more

Spring Cleaning Your Filing Cabinets

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April has been selected as Records and Information Management (RIM) month. You might think this only applies to corporations or businesses. However, in our homes, we have documents that establish our identity (e.g. birth certificates) and show evidence of our financial transactions (e.g. income tax slips). We also have proof… Read more

A Morning Routine to Boost Productivity

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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