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Getting It Together FAQ’s – Part 2

Thank you for all of your questions. You know I love hearing from you. The interesting thing is that most people share very similar questions and concerns when it comes to clearing the clutter and getting organized.

Please keep those questions coming. Together we can help each other.

Q- What should I do with those plastic bags that a set of sheets comes in? I hate to toss them because they have the zipper closure and look so handy.

A- You are right! They can be handy. I have used those bags to store my good round baking tins. I find by putting them in the bag they do not get scratched. They are easy to see and store. I have also used those bags with my clients. We put all electrical cords in one. Again easy to see.

I don’t know about you but I have NEVER been able to get the set of sheets back in those bags. Have you?

Q- How can I tell my friends and family to stop buying me presents? I just do not need anything and I am trying to downsize.

A- Most grownups do not “need” anything. We are all so blessed. Many years ago I sent a letter to all my friends explaining that I was no long going to give gifts. Instead I wanted to make memories with them. They were all so happy to get this letter because they never knew what to buy me or their other friends. Now we get together for lunch, a movie, or have our nails done. Anything that is memory making and consumable. Be the first to start a trend. Think consumable!

Q- How many sets of towels should I have?

A- This depends on the number of people in the house. I would recommend 2- 3 bath towels per person, 1-2 hand towels per person and 5-7 face cloths per person. Most homes have a washer these days. If you go to the laundromat then you might want a couple of extras. Use one bath towel per person per week. It is better for the environment and laundry bill. Use one face cloth per person per day. The common used hand towel can be changed every few days.

I can never figure out how the hand towel can get so dirty when we are drying our clean hands! I keep a few “older” towels on hand for when we are heading off to the pool or beach.

Q- What can I do with all the recycling my local garbage company does not pick up?

A- Do you live in the Metro Vancouver Area? If so, you know your local company only picks up plastic, tins, glass and paper. Here are a couple of options. Call BC Recycling Hotline 604-RECYCLE (604-294-7972) or take your items to a local recycling depot. There is one in Burnaby at 4800 Still Creek Ave or once a month you can go to Britannia Center in Vancouver. Check out their site at http://www.pacificmobiledepots.com/Mobile-Depot-Info-Rates.html

Treat yourself to a nice coffee after.

Q- How can I tell if I am disorganized?

A- The rule is if you cannot find what you are looking for in 20 seconds or less you are considered disorganized. This might sound harsh. What it means is that if your keys are on the hook you’ll find them right away. If they are not then you might go searching. If your eye glasses are always put away in the same spot you will be able to find them. If they are not, it might take you longer than 20 seconds to find them.

What is your burning question? What is your biggest organizing obstacle? Inquiring minds want to know. Please leave a comment below or contact me at www.gettingittogether.ca for a FREE 30 minute phone consultation. We will discuss your burning question and how you can move forward with clearing the clutter.

By |2020-06-07T20:52:49+00:00April 2nd, 2012|Home Organization, Organizer, Organizing to Move, Self Care Organization, Tax Organization, Time Management, Travel Organization|2 Comments
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Help a Friend & Help Yourself (to Cash)!

 

 

Would you like to earn some extra cash?

Who do you know who is always late?

Would you like to help a friend?

Who do you know who is always looking for their car keys, cell phone or any other misplaced items

Who do you know who is always complaining about being stressed,wanting more time or has no money?

Who do you know who needs to downsize?

Please send them my way!

It’s a great way to help a friend!

It is as simple as one, two, three.

ONE: Think about who you know that would benefit from my hands on organizing services, or from my by-the-minute phone coaching services.

TWO: Fill in the form below with your referrals contact information. I will contact your friend and offer them a FREE 15 minute phone consultation. In the FREE phone consultation we will discuss their organizing and productivity needs.

Your referrals will be given a top secret organizing tip that they can use right away. And of course, they are under NO obligation to hire me. However, if they do decide to move forward with clearing their clutter and increasing their productivity, you will get paid!

THREE: Receive CASH! That’s right. You will receive 10% of your referral’s total invoice back in the form of CASH.

It’s a WIN-WIN.  You will be doing your friend a huge favor by giving them a FREE 15-minute session with me, and if they decide to purchase any of my services, you will earn some cash!

Fill in the form below now. This could be the best gift you ever give your family and friends.

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By |2020-06-07T20:52:49+00:00March 29th, 2012|Home Organization, Organizing to Move, Self Care Organization|0 Comments
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Global TV interview with Rowena List Professional Organizer and Speaker

One of my goals is to be on TV more. I love the idea of sharing organizing tips and produtivity ideas. It was so much fun and a real honour to be on “Global TV“.

Global TV is a Vancouver based newsroom.

They like to focus on news about town,events and showcasing local talent.

Check out the cool idea they asked me to share with their audiance. The response was very good.

I get my clients to do this.

Are you going to try this? Are you going to tell all your friends and family about this cool idea?

Let me know your response in the comment box below.

If you like this video on Global TV please click the “like” button and then share it with your friends.

Have you had your FREE 20 minute sesion yet? Why not grab a java and book your time now.
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  And if you’re not in the “Getting it Together” community, head on over to gettingittogether.ca and get on the list.  You’ll get instant access to a free ebook that outlines a simple 10-day plan for organizing 10 different areas of your home in 15 minutes or less.

By |2020-06-07T20:52:49+00:00January 24th, 2012|Home Organization, Media Appearances, Organizer, Organizing to Move, Self Care Organization, Time Management, Travel Organization|0 Comments
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How to Organize Your Purse

Have you ever wondered how to organize your purse?
Do you carry everything including the kitchen sink in your purse?

How much does your purse weigh?

Did you know the average ladies purse weighs between 6 and 11 pounds? Now that is a lot of stuff to carry around.

Many ladies are finding they have back and shoulder problems because of the weight of their purse. You do not want to be one of them.

Check out this short video on how to organize your purse.

I think you will love the pouchee purse organizer.
 

Select your color and grab your Pouchee Purse Organizer NOW!

As many of you know I love to collect funny stories.

At one of my Purse Organizing Parties ( this is the best place to learn how to organize your purse) I came across a lady who had a piece of toast in her purse.

She was thrilled that I had found it because it had been lost since the morning. It was her daughters breakfast and she could not find it! I am happy to report there was no peanut butter or jam on it. Can you imagine the mess if there was?

What is the most interesting thing you have ever found in your purse or carry around with you in your purse?

Love to hear from you in the comment box below.

PS Have you booked your purse party? If not please contact me today to book one.

 

If you like this video, click the “like” button and then share it with your friends.  And if you’re not in the “Getting it Together” community, head on over to gettingittogether.ca and get on the list.  You’ll get instant access to a free ebook that outlines a simple 10-day plan for organizing 10 different areas of your homein 15 minutes or less.

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By |2020-06-07T20:52:51+00:00August 24th, 2011|Uncategorized|2 Comments
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Renovation Tips- Organizing For Reno’s so that it is smooth sailing.

Every person I know who has ever had renovations has a story to tell.

How would you like some renovation tips?

How would you like it if  renovations were made easy?

Check out this short video on renovation tips.

See how to get organized and ready for renovations.

Yes it can be smooth sailing………or can it?

 How did you like the chart?

Do you wish you had somethng like this in place for your up coming renovations?

Contact me today and I will give you a few more tips plus help you with your chart for all your trades people.

Do you have a great renovations story? Please leave it in the comment box below.

in the mean time if you like this video, click the “like” button and then share it with your friends.  And if you’re not in the “Getting it Together” community, head on over to gettingittogether.ca and get on the list.  You’ll get instant access to a free ebook that outlines a simple 10-day plan for organizing 10 different areas of your homein 15 minutes or less.

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By |2020-06-07T20:52:52+00:00August 23rd, 2010|Home Organization, Organizer|0 Comments
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Keeping track of Receipts

 

How would you like to find a sure fire system for keeping track of receipts?

Are you self employed? Do you have bags and bags of tax receipts?

Can you guess what the number one thing  people avoid doing when it comes to their business?

Check out this video on keeping track of receipts and I will share it with you at the end of this text.

Whew! Are you ready to tackle your receipts? I can help.

Simple contact me and I will support you in setting up a sure fire.system.

I promised you my secret. Well almost all the houses that I do hands on organizing in have not filed their income taxes for years!. Yep, years. You do not want to be one of them. That is to much stress.

If you like this video, click the “like” button and then share it with your friends.  And if you’re not in the “Getting it Together” community, head on over to gettingittogether.ca and get on the list.  You’ll get instant access to a free ebook that outlines a simple 10-day plan for organizing 10 different areas of your homein 15 minutes or less.

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By |2020-06-07T20:52:52+00:00April 30th, 2010|Organizer|0 Comments
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Special Collections and how to organize them

special collections

Special collections.

We all have them. What do we do with them?

Check out this video on special collections and how to organize them.

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What collection do you have?

Did you start it or did someone else start it for you. Do you wish you did not have that collection?

Collections that were once important and special in our lives may not have the same purpose later on in life. It is okay to pass those collections on. Just ask yourself the question “what is the purpose of keeping this collection?”

Please share your best collection story.

I have a few. One of my clients had hundreds of salt and pepper shakers. They were EVERYWHERE in her kitchen. Can you imagine the work in keeping them dusted?

Good thing I know how to sell my clients “special collections.” Do you have one you would like to sell?

Contact me for more details.

If you like this video, click the “like” button and then share it with your friends.  And if you’re not in the “Getting it Together” community, head on over to gettingittogether.ca and get on the list.  You’ll get instant access to a free ebook that outlines a simple 10-day plan for organizing 10 different areas of your homein 15 minutes or less.

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By |2020-06-07T20:52:52+00:00April 20th, 2010|Home Organization, Organizer|0 Comments
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Organizing Small Spaces

Organizing small spaces can be a little tricky.

Have you tried to organize a small space only to find what you did was not the best solution?

Sometimes it can take 2 or 3 tries to get a small space just right.

Check out this short video on organizing small spaces.

I beat you will get a good tip or two.

What was the tip you found most helpful in this video? Please leave it in the comment box below.

Still having a challenge with organizing small spaces? Get in touch with me for your FREE 30 minute phone consultation. I’ll give you some ideas on how to get starting with your small space

If you like this video, click the “like” button and then share it with your friends.  And if you’re not in the “Getting it Together” community, head on over to gettingittogether.ca and get on the list.  You’ll get instant access to a free ebook that outlines a simple 10-day plan for organizing 10 different areas of your home in 15 minutes or less.

 

By |2020-06-07T20:52:52+00:00April 10th, 2010|Home Organization, Organizer|0 Comments
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