Get Organized - Judy's Blog
What Isn't Working?
Sunday, 15 November 2009 07:03
This week I had a call from a client who felt that one of the components of her system wasn't working as hoped. This client had progressed from keeping multiple scraps of paper and random notes, to keeping one phone log to capture all needed follow up phone calls so that calls could easily be returned from the road. In practice the notebook had expanded to much more than a phone message log.
What is getting in your way?
Sunday, 08 November 2009 13:35
Author Dr. Daniel Amen in his book, Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, talks about killing your A.N.T.S. What are your ants? Ants are your automatic negative thoughts. Maybe you have experienced ants when your boss gives you a new project, you look at that pile of papers on your desk for the hundredth time, you think about losing weight or getting into shape. The ants are the voices in your head that scream "You can't do that!", "You are a failure!, You'll never be a success at that"
Overwhelmed?
Sunday, 18 October 2009 13:08
How many times do you find yourself feeling I am just too overwhelmed to do anything else? It is a common problem for all of us as we negotiate the multitude of requests made for our time and talents. We often succumb to fear, guilt and shame:
I am afraid I won't be able to
I feel bad that I didn't
I am so embarassed that I couldn't
These feelings often keep us from moving forward in our goal to get and stay organized. In my experience with clients, whether they succeed or not is largely a function of belief. If you think that there is no hope, why try? If you think you will never get organized, you are probably right.
Try to think of what life would be like if these burdens were lifted and you actually reached your goal. You can have friends over, you can find what you want when you need it, you can live with more serenity and peace than you have known in years.
For the next week pick one challenge that you have and make a goal related to that challenge...For example: I can't find my keys when I need to leave the house in the morning. Develop a plan about your keys: Put a basket or a hook near the entrance. Put up a sign "keys go here". Write a note and tape it to the bathroom mirror; "keys in basket by the door". As you enter the house tell yourself "keys go in the basket by the door". Once you have this established you can add other items to the list: your briefcase, your umbrella, your cell phone etc...
Don't forget the event at California Closets is less than a week away hope to see you there. The invitation is listed below, RSVP to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
When Putting Things Away Doesn't Help
Wednesday, 14 October 2009 07:22
I have had a number of clients tell me over the years that what they thought they needed was someone to put their stuff away. When these clients hired someone to do just that, they were more lost than ever. Why? The process of getting and staying organized has to do with understanding the reasons why you are disorganized. Until you know why, you will continue down the same road that got you into trouble in the first place. You must also understand how your brain organizes and "sees" what you have. It is important to remember that the way to successfully put things in their place is to understand why you are putting something in a particular place. Once you feel safe that you will be able to recall where items are stored and progress can begin. This is true for paper, clothing, seasonal items or most anything else. I tell my clients all the time, it is not how I would store something, but rather how you should store something given your unique organizing style.
I would be delighted to see you on Oct 24 at the California Closets Open House at the Natick Showroom. I will be speaking about how to make your closet work for the way you think. Join us, bring a friend RSVP to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Exciting Event Coming October 24th
California Closets, 1 Worcester Street Natick, MA presents its 2009 Closet Clinic! If you’ve seen our ads and have longed for an organized, beautiful California Closet of your own, come to our Closet Clinic to discover all the possibilities. Whether you are designing a clothes closet, a craft closet or even a home office, we will provide you with bountiful information to get you started on your own inspiring design. California Closets offers many storage and organization solutions to fit nearly any budget, and we are experts at making even the trickiest space more functional, accessible and fabulous!
Join us throughout the day for one (or all!) of our 20-minute presentations with our Closet Experts:
10:30 a.m.
Let Your Closet Make You Happy
Mary Cool, a veteran designer for California Closets (http://www.calclosets.com), reveals the “Joy of Closets” – and the top 10 elements that every great closet design should address. Take home catalogs and a starter kit to sketch out ideas at home.
11:15 a.m.
The Drama is in the Details
Interior designer Laura Robbins of Laura Robbins Interiors (http://www.laurarobbins.com) helps you select the perfect colors, lighting, flooring and other details to bring your dream closet to life. This is a hands-on workshop, so be sure to bring your own color ideas and photos from home!
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Make Your Closet Work for How You Think and Shop in Your Closet: Use What You Have and Love to Build a Beautiful and Functional Wardrobe
Using one of our favorite showroom displays, professional organizer Judith Guertin of All Ways Organized, LLC (http://www.allwaysorganizedmass.com) and wardrobe advisor Sarah Venier of Sarah Venier Style will show you how to weed through your clothes and accessories to create a better functioning wardrobe – as well as how to store those great pieces so you can find them when you need them!
1:30 p.m.
Ask the Experts
As we wrap up, this is your time to get personal advice on your particular closet constraints, organizing woes and wardrobe malfunctions. All four of our Closet Experts will be available for 5-minute mini-consults to help you get the most out of your closet.
2:00 p.m.
Door Prize Drawing
We invite you to come imagine the possibilities for your closet. And be sure to invite a friend or two. In fact, we hope you’ll bring your sweetie so you’ll have double the opportunity to win a Prize! See you in a few weeks!
EVENT DETAILS:
This event is free to attend.
Please RSVP to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Space will be limited.
Light refreshments will be served
Free parking is available in front of California Closets and on the west side of the building and along the side street just past the California Closets Building.
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