Organization Plus Helps Client with Space Management

January 27, 2011

One of my clients told me their washer and dryer needed to be replaced and that the only access to that area was through their walk-in closet. In order to get a new washer and dryer into the space, they would need to have some carpentry done and the doorway widened.  I said,  “As long [...]

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Organization Plus Results: Chiropractor’s Office Needs Organizing Re-alignment and Adjustments

January 27, 2011

A chiropractor called me because her private office was in dire need of an organizing realignment and adjustment. About 15 years ago I had organized the same space for her, but over the years, as her practice grew, so did the piles of information and the pieces of high-tech equipment. It wasn’t until she started [...]

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Organize Your Way to Profitability (audio link)

January 25, 2011

Tuesday, August 10 —8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. As a business owner, are you spending more time fighting fires or sparking new ideas? Drowning in paperwork or making your business watertight? Getting lost in details or finding better ways to run your business? In this workshop you will learn organizing tips that will help you [...]

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Getting Down to Business

January 18, 2011

This month marks the launch of my new newsletter for business owners, managers, and executives. It focuses less on general organization and more on business organization and growth strategies. You can subscribe at this link. Here is the downloadable PDF mentioned in the January newsletter: “Nine Steps to Growing Your Business More Effectively in 2011”

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Need That PUSH to Get Organized (GO) in 2011?

December 30, 2010

Here are some interesting facts that I often share with new clients during our initial meeting. When you know WHY you want to be organized the next step – HOW – is easier to acheive. Make 2011 the year you get and stay organized. I promise you, it will change your life for the better! [...]

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What is Your U.S.P. for 2011?

December 30, 2010

What is your USP for 2011? Organization can be your USP (Unique Selling Proposition). Many CEO’s, executives, business owners, and managers have one trait in common, they are all highly organized. Some have executive function problems that affect their ability to plan, organize, strategize, and pay attention to and remember details. The good news is [...]

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5 Year End Planning Tips to Save $$$$$

December 22, 2010

In 2010 we have experienced unprecedented challenges in the history of the US economy. Although many of these changes have been beyond our control, there are actions that you can take to improve your bottom-line. 1) Submit expenditures related to your Flexible Spending Accounts. 2) Submit your Reimbursable Business and Travel expenses. 3) Check with [...]

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Jump Start Your Way To Being Organized and More Effective

November 29, 2010

JUMP START Your Productivity! Be… Effective! Organized! In Control! Proactive! & pack your suitcase for a 2 week vacation!!! According to the Wall Street Journal, the average executive loses 6 weeks a year, retrieving misplaced items. A 60 minute “Jump Start” will save 300 hours. That’s an impressive ROI. That’s 12.5 DAYS GAINED Contact me [...]

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Client Reimbursed for $15,000.00 in Expenses

November 28, 2010

When I was meeting with a client, he told me that he needed to submit his travel expenses or he would miss the deadline to be reimbursed for them. It clearly was the top priority for us to focus on that day. I helped him organize the piles of receipts, by category, for each trip. [...]

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Save Time & Money with Personal Chef and Nutritional Consultant

November 13, 2010

Congratulations to Chef Gloria B, of Balanced Nutritional Life Style, who will be cooking and providing nutritional consulting for international students  living in Boston. Gloria is a nutritional consultant, personal chef,and  author of  Zone Perfect Cooking Made Easy. Call Gloria to prepare healthy treats for  your holiday entertaining or meal prep to simplfy your life all year long.

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Million $ Women Symposium

November 4, 2010

Yesterday I attended the Million $ Women Symposium. It was exciting to be in a room with so many women and so much positive energy. The panelists were inspiring as they shared their success stories, and the obstacles they overcame along the way.

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Nancy Black Nominated for North Shore Businesswoman of the Year

October 17, 2010

Nancy Black & Charlene St. Jean Nancy Black,  nominee at the 10th annual North of Boston Businesswomen of the Year – Lydia E. Pinkham Awards. “It was an honor to be a nominee. Heartfelt thanks to the person who nominated me. ” The awards, given in three categories, recognize achievements of businesswomen throughout Essex County and are named [...]

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Organizational Skills for the Artist

October 15, 2010

Recently I spoke at The Garage School of Art on “Organizational Skills for the Artist.” Below are some of the tips that I gave them. Organizing Your Studio  or Workshop Create zones for different projects and tasks. Examples are: Area for framing, areas for supplies for mediums that you work in (i.e. acrylics, oils, charcoals). [...]

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Shrinking the EMAIL Elephant

September 29, 2010

Did you know? Most business people receive 100 – 200 emails a day. It takes an average of 64 seconds to recover your train of thought after interruption by email. Top 10 Tips to Shrink the Email Elephant: 1) Remember the Inbox is a temporary location for storing email. 2) Don’t be at 24/7 email [...]

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Stackable Vertical Files from Levenger

September 29, 2010

With stackable wooden file cabinets, you can create a handsome storage system that fits your space. Each drawer is modular, so you can order just the number you need now and add more later so that your configuration can grow as your files do. The stackable files also match Levenger’s Euro, BookBox, Skyline and Carousel [...]

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Autumnal Minimalization: Top 10 Tips

September 28, 2010

To be on the cutting edge as a business person you should engage in “Autumal Minimalization,” an upscale way to say “clear out the clutter.” Top 10 Tips to Engage In Autumnal Minimalization 1)   Clear everything off the top of your desk. 2)  As you handle each item, ask yourself. – When did I use [...]

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Real Results: Received from Litigation Attorney

September 3, 2010

Today I received  the following message from one of my clients,  who is litigation attorney, at  a major law firm. “I appreciate all that you have done. It certainly helps my mental attitude to have a clean office and have a better handle on handling incoming mail. I also feel socially responsible for being able [...]

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September is the “New” New Year

August 22, 2010

People in offices think of the day after Labor Day as a new beginning, second only to New Year’s Day. Although they had resolved that this year would be better, often they realize that it is the beginning of the 4th quarter of the year and that they are not even close to meeting their [...]

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Is Back to School A Horray or A Hassle for You?

August 22, 2010

The people who shout “Hooray!”, have organizing systems in place and look forward to having free time for activities of their choice. The majority of people who think “hassle” are concerned about how they can manage all their work and family responsibilities. Studies prove that people who are organized are healthier and happier. Do your [...]

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Taking It Easy This Summer

July 29, 2010

Easy Living: 7 Organizing Tips Being organized is the key to easy living. Here are 7 organizing tips to help enjoy the rest of your summer: 1) Plan leisure time to read a book, go to an outdoor concert, ride a bike, work in your garden, visit with someone special or do whatever you enjoy [...]

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