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Keep Clutter on the Run, Get Organized

By Julie Stobbe / January 3, 2023 /

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Three Steps to Organizing

Consolidate items into groups
Containerize groups in sturdy, proper sized containers that are labeled
Condense items so you have the appropriate amount of items in each group

Remember to donate items to charity and not to put them in the garbage.

Follow Two Routines

Do four things in the morning
Do four things in the evening

Five Habits to Keep Clutter on the Run

If you get it out, put it away
Apply the 30 second rule – if it takes 30 seconds or less to do something, do it immediately
Follow the camping rule – leave the room the way you found it or better
Look, really look at your surroundings to see what is out of place
Use “little minute” to clean – those few minutes while you are waiting for someone, on hold on the phone, watching a pot boil

Let me know your tricks to help you stay organized.

Julie Stobbe is a Trained Professional Organizer and Lifestyle Organizing Coach who brings happiness to homes and organization to offices, coaching you virtually. She has been working with clients since 2006 to provide customized organizing solutions to suit their individual needs and situations. She uses her love of teaching to reduce clutter, in your home and office. She guides and supports you in managing your time. If you’re in a difficult transition Julie can coach you to break-free of emotional clutter constraining you from living life on your terms. Online courses are available to help instruct, coach and support your organizing projects. Get started by downloading Tips for Reorganizing 9 Rooms.