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For today’s tip of the week I’m sharing 5 simple hacks to instantly help your closet be more organized.  The best part is that most of these are all free and don’t cost a dime!
 
Remove Dry Cleaning Bags-Not only do those plastic bags carry harsh chemicals, but they clutter up your closet!  By removing them your space your closet will immediately look more organized.


Create a Hanger Hangout- (thank you @getorganizedbystephanie for the catchy phrase!) Choose a spot at the front or back of your closet where you group all of your empty hangers together.  This makes it easier to put clean clothes away rather than searching through a sea of clothes to find an empty hanger.   

Organize by Category- Grouping like items together, ie:shirts, tanks, pants, jackets, etc makes getting dressed easier because you know where everything is. PRO TIP: *for an added bonus you could add clothing rack dividers https://amzn.to/3Q02jmv

Organize by Color-This is for my ROYGBIV lovers!  There’s something about a monochromatic color scheme that is soothing and calming to our emotions.  It also makes it easy to put stuff away!

Streamline Hangers-One of the easiest and inexpensive organizing products that give you a big bang for your buck are simple thin streamlined hangers.  When all of your clothes sit at the same level it creates a cohesive look.  These are my personal faves https://amzn.to/3TQbo2o
Remember that getting organized doesn’t have to cost a lot of money or take a lot of time. It’s little steps each day that help you to live an organized life.

Xo-
Laurie
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On today’s show we are talking about how to find the right Professional Organizer for you.  One  that fits your project scope, personality and budget.

There are lots of people who have the technical and tactical knowledge to do the job, but hiring an expert who is the right fit requires an entirely different skillset.

Whether you are  a professional organizer, or someone looking to hire a professional organizer, 2 of the most important indicators of any successful relationship are communication and clarity. 

If you’re interested in working with me or our team, visit simplyborganized.com 

Happy Organizing
Laurie

P.S. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and looking for some specific strategies to help you or your family live a more organized life, hop on my calendar for 1-on-1 Clutter Coaching! https://simplyborganized.com/clutter-coaching

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Happy April everyone!  

Technically, Spring is here (although in the North East it doesn’t quite feel like it) and you know what that means….time for some Spring Organizing Tips.

Some of these you may want to outsource to a professional, others you can tackle alone or with the help of your family.  Do a little at a time or block a whole weekend.  The purpose of this is to help give you a roadmap to follow.

Download the Spring Organizing Checklist Here https://simplyborganized.myflodesk.com/springchecklist

Spring is a great time to reset routines & reorganize rooms. I hope this episode gives you the motivation you need to get going!

Happy Organizing!
Xoxo
Laurie

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Hi Friends,

On today’s episode I get to sit down with my friend Kate Bosch who is our SBO partner in Rhode Island.  You might remember from ep 298 and ep 333 (both episodes are worth a listen!)
Today we’re talking about one of the biggest sources of clutter for many people: storage units.
Kate is here to share some surprising statistics on the entire storage unit industry:
Specifically the amount of storage facilities in the USRevenue generated from the self storage industrywhich generation is the biggest user of storage facilitiesThe average cost of a storage unitThe average length of time that people tend to hold onto their unitsIf you find yourself in a situation where a storage unit is necessary,  Kate shares some practical tips and questions to ask to ensure your stuff is safe and protected.If you know someone who could benefit from this episode, please pass it along!

XOXO-
Laurie

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Links Mentioned in this episode
Kate Bosch Organizing https://www.katebosch.org/
Previous Episodes with Kate: Ep 333 and Ep 298
Kate’s Book Recommendations:
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The Clutter Corpse  https://amzn.to/3xdPgaG

Hi Friends!
Happy April Fools Day!  We’re kicking off this months tip of the week  with a quick actionable tip:  
Fill 1 bag with stuff for donations AND make sure to drop it off or schedule a pick up.

If you’re not in the habit of doing this on a regular basis, it might be tough at first, but trust me, it gets easier with practice!

If you haven’t listened to our episode on reducing clothing waste, it’s a perfect complement to this episode!  Click HERE to listen: https://simplyborganized.com/2024/03/21/ep-380-how-to-reduce-clothing-waste-with-helpsy/
Happy Organizing!

Laurie

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Hi Friends, 

This year I decided to give up two things for lent: vodka (because I love a good martini like it’s my job) and all non-essential shopping.

For the sake of today’s podcast, we’re focusing on the latter.  

The scope of my shopping hiatus included any in person shopping aside from the grocery store and ALL online shopping.  
Today I’m sharing what I learned during those 40 days!

Whether you observe lent or not, every now and then it’s good to take a break, hiatus, or detox from the things that clutter our lives. If done with intention, you’ll be able to walk away with some clarity and perhaps a new perspective.

To all who celebrate, wishing you and your family a Happy Easter!

XOXO-
Laurie

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