Get Organized - Judy's Blog

The Right Organizing Fit.

jfguertin@verizon.net (Judith F. Guertin) — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 18:53:29 +0000

I had a heartbreaking conversation with a client this week. She related that she had won a three hour organizing consultation as a prize at a fundraising auction. She was delighted as we had worked together and she understands the value of organizing help.

The client told me how this expert spent much of the time going from space to space telling her she had to throw this away and that away. The organizer gave her the impression that her collections were childish and unnecessary. These judgments cut like a knife.

Diva Toolbox Radio Show The Joy of Organizing

jfguertin@verizon.net (Judith F. Guertin) — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 17:37:23 +0000

This week I was featured on the Joy of Organizing Show on Diva Tollbox Radio with Bonnie and Matt Dewkett. We had a great time and covered topics like; time management, paper control, setting goals and The Clutter Support Group Programs offered by All Ways Organized. Follow the link and check it out! Diva Toolbox Radio The Joy of Organizing Show

Spring 2011 Clutter Support Groups

jfguertin@verizon.net (Judith F. Guertin) — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 16:39:04 +0000

New Sessions of the Clutter Support Groups are forming now. Spring is in the air! Now is the perfect time to get you organized. Feel the benefits of more daylight and more energy for getting started on the road to organizing success.

This spring we will have two programs:

Weekly daytime meetings on Mondays 9:30 - 11:00AM -Group in formation and will begin when group is filled. Register today!

Monthly evening program Thursday 7-8:30PM - April 14, May 5, 19, June 2,16 and 23

Imagine:

Finding what you want, when you want
Saving time and money not having to replace items you already own, but can't find
Getting support from others while you free your space from the burden of clutter
As you clear your space you clear your mind!

We will discuss topics such as:

Paper Management
Conquering Closet Chaos
Time Management
Containers
Setting up the right system based on how you think

The WEEKLY Daytime Group now Enrolling for Monday, 9:30 - 11:00AM. Start date will be announced when membership is full.

Tranquility Yoga Center, 290 Littleton Road, Unit 1, Chelmsford MA. 01824.

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The MONTHLY Evening Clutter Support Group will meet from 7-8:30PM.

This group will begin on April, 14, 2011

The Westford Center for Counseling and Holistic Therapies

234 Littleton Road, Westford, MA 01886. (Formerly the Karendyth Center)

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For more information about how you can begin the exciting journey to Clutter Freedom contact: Judith Guertin 978-649-7733 or Molly Salans 978-392-5998

$240 for six sessions

Believe and it will be

jfguertin@verizon.net (Judith F. Guertin) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 16:44:35 +0000

Just a little dose of inspiration for us all today! If you believe you can, you will make tremendous things come true! Enjoy!

What is Stopping You From Getting Organized?

jfguertin@verizon.net (Judith F. Guertin) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 11:51:49 +0000

Despite your best efforts to get and stay organized you have not been able to get yourself out from under. Here are some familiar reasons why your efforts can fail and some strategies you can use to move forward.

You can't envision yourself as an organized person. Look in the mirror and tell yourself: "I can be organized! I will make it happen." The power of belief is huge, if you cannot envision success you will have a very difficult time achieving it. If you are still stuck, get help! It is easy to be critical and negative about your past efforts. Identify areas of success and use them to build on; maybe it is a great calendar or a neat closet. Stay in action, even for a few minutes a day. A clear shelf can lead to a clear book case. The clear bookcase leads to a clear desk. The clear desk leads to a clear closet, one step at a time.

Using a Timer to Boost Productivity

jfguertin@verizon.net (Judith F. Guertin) — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 12:40:33 +0000

Using a timer will improve productivity. I have clients who think that everything will take longer than it really does, because they have never really assessed how long things take. I often recommend the Time Timer

This timer allows you to comprehend time as a window of opportunity. As time passes the red indicator on the clock face becomes smaller and smaller. This is a way for you to “see time”. Visual learners and those with ADHD find this timer especially helpful. It can help to focus on something if you tell yourself it is only for 10 minutes or 30 minutes or whatever time you choose. A quick glance will show you how much of your window remains. When the timer goes off you can reset and continue or you can reward yourself for a job well done. No more getting lost in an activity and missing other important activities in you day. Time Timer is available in several formats: large, small, watches, computer based and even a app for your iphone.

Clutter Support Group Winter Session

jfguertin@verizon.net (Judith F. Guertin) — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 12:54:00 +0000

How often have you heard a New Year a new you? If you, or someone you know is struggling with clutter, a new session of the Clutter Support Group begins on Jan 24th. The group runs for six consecutive weeks from 9:30 to 11:00am at Tranquility Yoga in Chelmsford In this powerful group, members get the support and guidance they need to understand and deal with the clutter around them. This is a judgment free zone! The Clutter Support Group is run in conjunction with Molly Salans, MSW. What have you got to lose except for the burden of all that clutter and the guilt and shame that can go along with it? Lighten your load and enjoy the results. The first session is complimentary for new members. Call Judy for more information and to reserve your spot today: 978-996-7497.

Organizing Dilemma Number Two

jfguertin@verizon.net (Judith F. Guertin) — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:45:29 +0000

Today's Dilemma is from Karen Burke, MBA, ACC, ELI-MP Mobius Business Coaching, LLC
I am giving away half of what we own this year - and writing about it - I look forward to sharing the journey along the way - I would also like your advice! I was wondering how would you recommend someone get rid of half of what they own? What steps would you advice - that is my question!

Here are some steps that I would suggest in devising the list of what to send on to the universe.

Organizing Dilemma Number One

jfguertin@verizon.net (Judith F. Guertin) — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:15:50 +0000

As Part of our participation in the National Association of Professional Organizers GO Month (Get Organized Month) I will be providing answers to the organizing dilemmas submitted by the Members of the Business Network International – Business Referrals Unlimited Chapter

Our first dilemma is submitted by Judy Carlough of One Day Home Staging and Redesign.

Judy’s Problem is:

Right now, I’m having a problem with car organization, specifically, the front passenger seat. The back of my SUV is under control with my design and decorating totes, car emergency stuff, etc. but the passenger seat has become a dumping ground of papers, library books, videos to take to my sister, etc. I lose things papers get damaged, I get up into my apartment and find what I need is in the car, and so forth.

I “intend” to clean the seat off every day, but—well, you know how that works.

Can you suggest a better system?

To help Judy with her problem we will need to create a safe and secure portable system for Judy to carry her items back and forth from her car to her office and anywhere else she may need to take them. So what items does she need? Well let’s think about it: she has books, videos, important papers like invoices, checks and receipts. Some of what is there could also be trash and can simple be discarded. The remainder of her items will be sorted into her new portable filing system. So what is this system?

Free Organizing Advice Jan 10.2011

jfguertin@verizon.net (Judith F. Guertin) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 13:58:53 +0000

Happy New Year everyone!

Did you know that the National Association of Professional Organizers has designated January as "Get Organized Month"? In honor of "Get Organized Month", I am offering a free, no obligation seminar "Ask the Organizer" from 9:30 to 11:00AM at the Tranquility Yoga, 290 Littleton Rd. Chelmsford MA.. January is a great time to start getting your space, time and files organized. Bring your friends, bring your questions and get a jump start on your organizing efforts for the New Year. I will give live demos of some easy to use systems to get you started. Join us and register for a chance to win our "Basket of Organization"! Space is limited, so call and reserve your spot today. Contact All Ways Organized at 978-649-7733.