Author Archives: Elizabeth Bowman

Organizing a bulletin board

June 10, 2010 – 1:13 pm

The displays got interactive at the Innovatively Organized booth at the Seattle Chamber tradeshow last month with our sample bulletin board. The “before” bulletin board (top) is cluttered with random notes strewn about in a way that poses confusion about what needs to get done and when. The “after” board (bottom) shows a solution that incorporates many of the recommendations we make to [...]

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Google shortcuts to save time

June 3, 2010 – 8:30 am

Google clearly leads the pack when it comes to search engines, but did you know about some of its less obvious functions? Most users know that if you type a word incorrectly into the search box that Google will suggest the correct spelling; but you can also quickly pull up definitions of a word by typing, “define:” in front of the word. (Example: define: [...]

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Shred-a-thon Events in your area

May 31, 2010 – 7:45 pm

Clearing paper clutter is important, but shredding sensitive papers is also critical to ensure against identity theft. Bookmark this page from the Washington State Attorney General’s Office web site that outlines local shredding events throughout the state in 2010.  Most of the free events let you bring up to two file boxes of documents. Get shredding! [...]

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Why getting sleep means better productivity

May 21, 2010 – 8:36 am

A couple weeks ago, I wrote about shutting off portable electronics like your Blackberry or iPhone before going to bed to get restful sleep. But there’s also something to be said about why sleep is so important overall. Studies show that lack of sleep affects learning as well as your cognitive skills, and this affects your daily activities, whether it’s at school, [...]

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Interesting new book about hoarding

May 18, 2010 – 7:05 am

This is an insightful new book written by two college professors who have studied hoarding for 20 years. They share stories about real people and try to explain the reasons behind this behavior. You can read an excerpt from the book here.

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Turn off electronic gadgets before you turn in

May 14, 2010 – 8:10 am

Checking your cell phone and reading emails in bed are activities that have become synonymous with our society’s online obsession. However, although many of my favorite organizing tools come in the form of electronic devices or web-based applications, it may be a good idea to put away the computer or iPhone before you get into bed. According [...]

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Useful organizing tips for Evernote – Part 2

May 11, 2010 – 11:55 pm

Here are more tips for Evernote - my favorite online system for filing and sharing! Take photos of the wiring setup for your computer and television/dvd/stereo center so that if you move anything, you can put things back where they go. Scan and save warranty information for major appliances and electronics. Scan and save documents as PDFs and shred the un-needed [...]

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Upcoming Event: Seattle Chamber Trade Show, May 12

May 5, 2010 – 9:23 am

Join us on May 12th from 3-7 PM at the Qwest Field event center!  We will have a booth again this year at the Seattle Chamber Tradeshow. This tradeshow is the largest B2B expo in the region and Innovatively Organized will be there!  Please stop by our booth and learn about our new programs and [...]

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Favorite Product Alert: Butler Bag

April 30, 2010 – 10:58 am

Restoring organization to your purse! There are lots of different ways to keep things from falling to the bottom of your bag or purse. Some people use small, clear bags to hold items such as gum, tissue or make up, attach charms or tags to cell phones and keys, or use accordion files for coupons and [...]

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Upcoming Event: Women’s Success Experience, Thurs May 6

April 29, 2010 – 10:32 pm

There is an exciting event coming up next week and you should know about it and join me at this exciting Seattle Chamber luncheon event next Thursday, May 6.  The Women’s Success Experience builds a community among women who are moving business to the next level. With inspiring presentations by trailblazing and innovative thought leaders, [...]

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