Entries by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®

Motivation to Organize

Helpful Organizer Newsletter – October 2014   Quick Links My website My Email address My Blog NAPO-NE Side Notes: ***    I’d like your input on my Helpful Organizer Blog.  From now till December 31, 2014, each time you comment on one of my blog articles you’ll be entered into a drawing for two free hours […]

Clutter Aerobics

Have you ever heard the term clutter aerobics?  Sounds interesting, doesn’t it?  For some, I’m sure the term evokes two of their least favorite things, clutter and aerobics.  For me, it evokes a desire to crank Katy Perry on iTunes and take action.  Clutter aerobics is when you set the timer for 20 minutes and […]

Storage Options

When trying to find the best storage option for items ask yourself these 3 questions. 1.  Where do I use the item?  Store it where you use it. 2.  How often do I access the item?  Store items used frequently in easily accessible containers and locations. 3.  What is the best technique for storing the […]

Organizing is a Skill

I’m often asked, “How come some people are so much better at organizing than others?  Is there an organizing gene?”  I’m happy to say that there is no organizing gene.  Organizing is a skill, and just like other skills, some people are better at learning it than others.  For example, typing, speaking a foreign language, […]

Back to School Organizing Tips

It’s back to school time.  Did you promise yourself that this year would be different?  Did you say you were going to come up with a plan to manage all the school papers and homework?  Did you have a great idea for organizing school lunches and backpacks?  What about homework? It can be difficult to […]