Entries by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®

Need this paper?

We tend to keep paper because we’re unsure what else to do with it. Ask yourself, ‘When would I actually need to present this document?’ Consider all possible situations where it might be necessary. If you can’t think of a good reason, it’s time to get rid of it. Related tips: Paper! What to keep […]

More is a 4 letter word

Having more doesn’t always mean better. In fact, it often creates more problems, stress, and frustration. More possessions fill up space, leaving less room to breathe. More things require time—time spent maintaining, moving, sorting, and searching for them. More spending on things leaves less money in the bank. More clutter leads to less peace of […]

Evaluate holiday decorations

A great time to evaluate your holiday decorations is when you’re putting them away. Before packing them up, set criteria for what to keep and what to donate. Consider these guidelines: You love it. You display it every year. It’s one of your favorite holiday decorations. It’s sentimental, and you would never part with it. […]

Stop spending to save

We’ve all done it. We fall prey to the notice that flashes on the screen telling us that if we spend just $16.00 more, (or some other amount) we’ll save 20%, or get free shipping, or a free promo gift. But do we only spend the required amount or do we spend more? We spend […]