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8 “Out of the Box” Hacks to Organize During a Move

The reality of moving has set in and you are quite excited about your new place but there’s still some dread looming over your head; packing.  The idea of putting every single item that you own into hundreds of boxes seems impossible.  It will simply take too much time and you don’t have a lot of time to spare, you may think.  These 8 easily identifiable organization hacks will make not only the packing process, but also the unpacking process easier.

 

1. Set aside the basics first

Before the packing process begins, set aside a box of necessary everyday items such as a toothbrush and toothpaste, a couple outfits, bath towels, toilet paper, sheets, etc.  This way, you won’t be scrambling through neatly packed boxes to find a single roll of toilet paper.

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Spring Clean Your Office Space: Decluttering to Improve Productivity

As much as you’d like to convince yourself that your chaotic office space is perfectly fine for your needs, chances are, it’s just not. Clear spaces and easy-to-find supplies are better for promoting productivity and studies show that workers with a neat workspace don’t mind spending as much time there as the ones who sit at a disorganized desk all day long.

Spring is a good time to get a handle on your office clutter and to give yourself an office space you can feel comfortable in. Whether you work in a cubicle or from your own home, these tips will help you de-clutter your office space and boost your productivity.

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6 Methods To Tackle Your Downsizing Project

There’s something about all the hoarding shows on television that makes people watch. Sure, part of the reason is being able to view a train wreck of sorts — rubbernecking isn’t a noble pastime, but it seems to be human nature. But another attraction to the hoarding shows is that everyone can relate to becoming attached to possessions. And if you need to downsize from a larger to a smaller living arrangement, you will, as the hoarders do, need a plan to get rid of some, maybe even most, of your stuff. You can do so successfully with the following tips.
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Changing Seasons: 7 Tips For Staying Organized All Year

Home looking organized

Keeping your living spaces in order throughout the year can prove challenging, but maintaining an organized home is an achievable dream. We have gathered some useful tips for keeping your home in tip-top shape year round.

1. Integrate Storage Solutions

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Try These Clever Organizing Tricks to De-Clutter Your Home

De-Cluttering your home can be a chore; however, the 10 tips below should help you in your quest to find organization.

  1. Baby Wipes Containers

There are so many adorable hair accessories for little girls. However, where do you store them? Previously used baby wipes containers are ideal to store little girls’ bows, ribbons, barrettes, scrunchies and rubber bands inside. You can organize them by type or color. Use permanent marker to detail what is inside each container. Continue reading “Try These Clever Organizing Tricks to De-Clutter Your Home”