Entries by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®

Preventing Paper Clutter

Even the most organized people have some amount of paper clutter. It’s difficult not to, because paper comes into our space on a steady, regular basis. Practically every time we walk into our home, we bring more paper into it, either intentionally or unintentionally. So, how can we prevent that paper from taking over and […]

Prioritizing to be Productive

Prioritize!  List the top three things that must be finished by the end of the day in order for you to feel happy and productive, and do them first thing in the morning.  I list my top three priorities in my date book, and tackle my number one priority before I read or respond to […]

6 Lists Everyone Should Use

Are you a list maker?  I am.  I make lists for a large variety of things, because they help me stay organized.  Besides being a great way to document the information that collects in my head, lists are helpful in prioritizing information and providing visual queues for what needs to be done.  Below are 6 […]

Time to Organize

Schedule time on your calendar to organize.  Treat it like an appointment that you can’t reschedule without a large rescheduling fee.  Then pick just one target area to work on, and tackle one flat surface in that area.  For example, if you’re working in the kitchen, start with items on the counter.  If you’re working […]

Organizing Habits

Helpful Organizer Newsletter – January 2015 Quick Links My website My Email address My Blog NAPO-NE Side Notes:***  January 2015 marks my 7th year in business.  Thank you for being a part of it, and helping me reach this anniversary.  I’m grateful to you.     ***    Did you know that January is Get Organized […]