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Organize with everyday items

February 25, 2010 – 7:40 am

It’s not always necessary to buy a lot of new products to get organized. I tell my clients that a lot of organizing solutions are already in their home or office. It’s just about looking at them from a different perspective. For example, glass jars aren’t just for jam or snacks. Use them to group and [...]

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Elizabeth’s Favorite Things: Digital filing with Evernote

February 8, 2010 – 11:35 am

Have you ever needed a “virtual or digital” notebook or filing system?  Well, I know I’m constantly looking for ways to keep paper to a minimum without losing valuable information or time.  Sometimes you need more than a sticky note to remember ideas or information too.  Evernote is an online electronic storage solution that doesn’t just keep track of all the [...]

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Reduce paper clutter with Earth Class Mail

January 14, 2010 – 6:57 am

Sometimes checking your mailbox every day is not an option – maybe you’re on the road, on vacation or just plain busy with work and family. Sorting through postal mail can be a huge burden on your productivity, not to mention that the physical mail we receive is mostly unwanted, unsolicited and unwieldy.
Earth Class Mail is an online service [...]

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The Best iOrganized Blogs of 2009

December 30, 2009 – 7:30 am

Just in case you missed some of my favorite posts from 2009, I’ve gathered a few here that you should definitely read or review one more time!

Making lists is always at the top! Make sure to put your “to-do” list to work!
Approach the new year with a clean slate – and that means freshening up and de-cluttering your make-up.
There’s [...]

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How your iPhone can support your 2010 resolutions

December 28, 2009 – 8:27 am

Since we live our days on the go and use our mobile device for tracking everything from our shopping list to meetings to addresses, it’s a no-brainer to have some handy applications loaded onto your iPod touch or iPhone to help you monitor your new year’s resolutions!
Here are five that can keep you motivated and [...]

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To File, To Ponder, To Do

November 16, 2009 – 8:59 am

Normally, I take organizing very seriously.  Afterall, it’s my passion!  However, these playful folders definitely caught my attention.  As long as you’re filing and not piling, it’s ok to have a little fun while organizing. 
Click here to get the folders.

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Simple online bibliography tool for students

September 28, 2009 – 1:05 am

There is an abundance of technology gadgets, software, computers and websites for students today, but how do you know which ones are actually useful and effective?  I’ve recently discovered one that I wish I had when I was in high school and college.
It’s called EasyBib and it’s an online application which allows you to create bibliographies by simply entering [...]

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Are sticky notes taking over your computer?

September 14, 2009 – 11:00 am

Sticky notes are one of my favorite things to use while organizing.  However, they can cause clutter if they aren’t used in a streamlined way.  Sticky notes should be used as a tool, but they shouldn’t replace things such as your electronic calendar or notebook.  If your computer monitor is starting to look like the [...]

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Helpful Links for Recycling Electronics

August 12, 2009 – 12:03 am

Recycling paper, glass and aluminum has become part of our daily routines now – but what about those old electronics? Every time we get a new cell phone, mp3 player or laptop, what happens to the used ones?  Like many people, you probably have a pile of unwanted computers and gadgets gathering dust in a closet [...]

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Streamline your online communications

July 17, 2009 – 4:09 pm

Emails, instant messaging and social networking sites are supposed to make it easier to keep track of what’s happening at the office, in your local community, or with your families and friends. But sometimes maintaining all those connections can be cumbersome.
Say hello to Digsby. This is a new free online application that lets you manage all [...]

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