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Need this paper?

March 1, 2025/0 Comments/in Tip of the Month/by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®

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 and for how long

Recycle more paper

Paper discard list

What papers need to be kept

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More is a 4 letter word

February 1, 2025/0 Comments/in Tip of the Month/by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®

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 mind, as the visual overload can be overwhelming.

Tips on how to embrace less:

Reduce clutter

Do you reduce?

Donating is easy

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Evaluate holiday decorations

January 1, 2025/0 Comments/in Tip of the Month/by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®

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.

This approach ensures you only keep what truly brings joy and meaning to your celebrations.

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Stop spending to save

December 1, 2024/0 Comments/in Tip of the Month/by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®

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 more than originally planned because the vendor encourages us to spend more to save money? Is it worth it?

Do you really want more at this time?

Are these extra items necessary?

Is this a want or a need?

Do you have room for more?

Remember, the more we have the more we have to organize and maintain.

 

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Donating is easy

November 1, 2024/0 Comments/in Tip of the Month/by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®

Donating is a simple and effective way to declutter. Select a worthy charity, non-profit or organization that motivates you to let go. Haul away your items and smile. You’ve reduced your belongings to a more manageable amount that’s easier to organize and maintain. You’ve also helped the environment.

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