Thinking About Remodeling? Here Are Things To Think About Before You Start
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by Dina Braverman
1M ago
I’ve been remodeling my home for years. If I had the funds to do everything at once, I would have. But, I didn’t. So I’ve been doing a little at a time over the course of several years and trust me when I tell you that being prepared is essential. Planning, and organizing, for a remodel will significantly streamline the process and help ensure a successful outcome.  Here are some tips to help you get ready for your upcoming remodel: 1.Define Your Goals: Determine what you want to achieve with the remodel. Are you looking to increase space, improve functionality, update the style or all ..read more
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January is “Get Organized” Month. (Yes Really!) H...
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by Dina Braverman
2M ago
January is “Get Organized” Month. (Yes Really!) Happy New Year everyone. I hope you all got off to a good start in 2024. I have been a member of The National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals (NAPO) since starting Organizing Concepts and Designs, aka OCD, in 2010. For those of you who are not familiar with NAPO, NAPO is The Organizing Authority®! In January 2003, NAPO established GO Month (Get Organized) to focus national attention on how getting organized empowers people to take back control over their time, in-boxes, paperwork and possessions. It makes sense ..read more
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Wanna Play A Game To Determine How Organized You Are?
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by Dina Braverman
3M ago
How Organized Is Your Office? Take this quiz and find out. This quiz will help you decide where you might need help and where you are already successful. For each statement, answer: A=Always           B= Sometimes     C=Never   1.    I can find what I’m looking for. ___  2.    I open and deal with the mail daily. ___  3.    My bills get paid on time. ___ 4.    I enjoy working in my office and I can work at m ..read more
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Hosting For The Holidays? Here’s Some Tips To Get ...
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by Dina Braverman
4M ago
Hosting For The Holidays? Here’s Some Tips To Get Ready Hosting for the holidays can be both fun and challenging. If you’re hosting a holiday dinner, there’s a lot to do. Being organized will help you alleviate some of the stress associated with being the “Hostess with the Mostest”. Here are some tips to ensure a successful and enjoyable holiday gathering:       Plan Ahead: Start planning well in advance to avoid last-minute stress. Create a checklist of tasks. Make sure to create a timeline to get it all done. Delegate Tasks: Don’t be afraid to ask for assistance. Delegate ..read more
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Top 15 Tips to Get Ready for Upcoming Travel
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by Dina Braverman
6M ago
Top 15 Tips To Get Ready for Upcoming Travel       I just got back from an amazing trip over seas and thought I’d write about how being prepared and organized helped alleviate the stress associated with getting out-of-town. I’ve written about organizing and getting prepared for travel before and those blogs are on my website. However, this time I’d like to address the things to do before you leave to alleviate some of the stress associated with getting away.                       The following 15 tips create a great c ..read more
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Clutter vs Collection: What’s the Difference
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by Dina Braverman
7M ago
Clutter and a collection are two different concepts that refer to the arrangement and organization, or lack thereof, of items. Here are some key differences between them: Clutter is disorderly and can negatively affect the aesthetics and functionality of a space, while a Collection is purposeful, organized and adds value or significance to a space. Clutter refers to a disorganized and messy accumulation of various items or objects in a space. It’s often characterized by an excessive amount of things that are not properly organized or have no clear purpose. Clutter can make a space feel chaot ..read more
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Sometimes, It’s Not All About You
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by Dina Braverman
9M ago
As a Professional Organizer I often come across situations that are just too overwhelming for people to undertake. Maybe it’s the garage. Maybe it’s the boxes or bins of memorabilia that you saved of your child’s artwork throughout the years. Maybe it’s just all the stuff you’ve accumulated over time. Things have gotten out-of-control and it’s just too overwhelming. I get it! Sometimes, it’s all too much. The thing is, the stuff is not going away by itself. Someone has to do something about it or it will continue to grow and get out-of-hand or, at the very least, stay the same ..read more
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Preparing Students Going To College For The First Time
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by Dina Braverman
10M ago
Preparing a student for their first time going to college can greatly enhance their chances of success. However, the transition to college can be challenging. With proper preparation and support, first-time students can thrive and make the most of their college experience. Supporting their academic, emotional, financial and practical needs will help them feel prepared and confident as they embark on their college journey. Here are some important steps to help students get ready for college: 1. Understand admission requirements: Make sure students are aware of the admission re ..read more
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All About Car Organizing. Yes! It’s a Thing Car o...
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by Dina Braverman
11M ago
All About Car Organizing. Yes! It’s a Thing Car organizing refers to the process of arranging and managing items and belongings inside a car to optimize space, enhance efficiency and maintain cleanliness. Car organization can help you reduce clutter, keep essential items easily accessible and minimize the risk of an accident. Here are some tips for organizing your car so that you’ll always know where to find things when you need them. Remove unnecessary items: Start by de-cluttering your car and remove any items that you don’t need. Keep a small trash container or bag inside the car to colle ..read more
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Did You Know That There Are Different Types of Clutter? Let’s Talk About Physical Clutter
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by Dina Braverman
1y ago
Did You Know That There Are Different Types of Clutter? Let’s Talk About Physical Clutter I’ve already posted about three of the four categories so, let’s get into the last category, Physical Clutter. Physical clutter refers to the presence of excessive and/or disorganized items in a physical space, such as a room, office or home, that can make the space appear messy, chaotic and overwhelming. Physical clutter can negatively affect productivity, increase stress and make it difficult to locate and use items effectively. Physical clutter can also contribute to visual, mental and emotional ..read more
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