Joy Perkins In my work as a professional organizer, I frequently find clients have lost track of accounts or small pension plans because they’ve relocated. I was recently alerted to the very real danger of losing these inactive accounts – thanks to Ann W. Damani-McKinney, CPO, Conceivable Solutions, Inc. As States look for ways to boost their incomes, they … Read more
I frequently work with clients that have medical items left over from a relative’s (or their own) previous illness. I just met Linda Strickland, the President of A-Maze-ing Solutions here in Contra Costa County. They distribute donated durable medical equipment – crutches/chairs/ seats/Depends etc. to folks that are referred to them by non-profit agencies in … Read more
As you reflect on 2009 and the time spent in your home office, perhaps you had trouble keeping up with your filing? If so, the system is probably too complex. Statistics say that we never look at 80% of what we file so ask yourself two questions: “WHY do I have this?” and “WHERE ELSE … Read more
This afternoon I had a wonderful time presenting a workshop at the Peninsula Jewish Community Center. The staff were extremely professional and supportive, the “audience” asked some great questions and the Power Point ran smoothly. The handout included the following resources for simplifying life: REDUCE https://www.donotcall.gov/ (reduce time wasting calls) https://www.optoutprescreen.com/?rf=t register to avoid those … Read more
If you often wonder “How did this get in my life?” try these 7 steps to limit your “incoming” https://www.donotcall.gov/ (reduce time wasting calls) https://www.optoutprescreen.com/?rf=t register to avoid those pesky (and ID Thief tempting) pre-approved credit offers http://privatecitizen.com/ (reduce junk mail and calls by over 70%) http://www.catalogchoice.org/ (get OFF mailing lists for catalogs you don’t … Read more
This morning I ate breakfast with 6 other Professional Organizers and, as usual, came away feeling awed by the collaborative nature of this profession. Whether welcoming first time attendees or visiting alumni (Hi Debi D-R) this group is always collaborative, professional, caring and fun. Running a small business gives an autonomy that we all enjoy … Read more
I’ve lived in the US for 30 years this month and mostly feel like an American (whatever that means) but November and December are still difficult months for me. I watch my otherwise intelligent friends as their obsession with spending and gift buying is cranked up to frenzy level. Check out an alternative to Black … Read more
The Power of Gratitude I just attended the NAPO-SFBA (National Association of Professional Organizers – San Francisco Bay Area Chapter) Conference in Marin County. While there I attended some excellent workshops on a variety of topics. However, as is so often the case with conferences, the conversations in hallways and at meal-tables were also fascinating. … Read more