Get Organized This Month

January has been named "Get Organized Month" by the National Association of Professional Organizers. It's a time of resolutions and goals, which often include clearing the clutter.

But many never get around to organizing their homes. Whether it's time, money or motivation, some people never get started. And yet, there are numerous benefits to being organized. Here are a few to help motivate you:

1) You will save time--Americans waste almost one hour each day looking for things they own but can't find. How would you like to regain an hour every day? Wouldn't you rather be reading a book or taking a walk for that hour?

2) You will save money--How many times have you looked for something, can't find it, then gone out to the store to buy it again? And lo and behold, a week later, there is the first one you spent all that time looking for because it wasn't put back in it's proper place. Also, you won't incur late fees on bills that get lost in stacks of papers


3) You will find money--I haven't had a client yet who hasn't found cash, checks or gift cards while organizing. And in this economy, that extra money could really come in handy.

4) Your life will be easier--You will manage tasks more quickly and correctly because you have your processes in order. Being efficient can save you lots of time, whether it's driving, standing in line, or putting things away.

5) Your life will be less stressful--Think of the anxiety you feel when you can't find something? Or when a bill comes with a past due amount? Or when you're late to an appointment bcause you had to go back home for something you forgot? How nice it would be to not feel those stresses!

So now that you can see the benefits of being organized, what's stopping you? Where will you start?
If you don't know where to begin, stay tuned for my next blog!

Keep warm!
Michelle