This Organized Life: Decluttering Tips for Moms, Entrepreneurs and Professional Organizers

A special thanks to our good friends at CURIO-PRESS for sponsoring this episode of This ORGANIZED Life! They have an incredible line of personalized stationery, lists & notepads. Visit CURIO-PRESS.COM and enter the code ORGANIZED at checkout to receive 15% your entire order *Please shop local when you can, small businesses have been greatly impacted by COVID-19 and appreciate your support. For sponsorship inquiries and collaborations click here Hi friends! Parents of school-aged kids, you are in for a treat today.  Joining me (via zoom) is Dr. Amanda Benolken, Supervisor of Educational Technology and Innovation at New Hope-Solebury School District.  Throughout the past 12 years, Amanda has held positions as an elementary teacher and instructional coach, and in addition to her “day job,” she currently serves as an adjunct professor at Gwynedd Mercy University teaching graduate leadership and curriculum courses and a dissertation advisor. So needless to say Amanda is no joke. In addition to her impressive resume, Amanda is mom to a 4th grader, so she is navigating DISTANCE LEARNING as both administrator and parent. So guess what folks? She is in the weeds with the rest of us! I invited Amanda to join me, to help provide some direction, and share some insight for parents who are feeling overwhelmed, and underprepared to take on the role as teacher. Amanda also shares how she is juggling work and parenting in her own home while we’re under quarantine. During our conversation we talk about things like: What is a reasonable expectation for how long kids should be focused on academics each day? Advice for parents who are panicked that their educational development is resting on their shoulders Overcoming the technology hurdle if you’re unfamiliar with platforms like Zoom, Google Classroom, or Canvas We also talked about non-traditional learning opportunities, like cooking a meal or writing letters and how they MATTER! We wrap up with some resources for parents and students to help add extra support outside of the classroom, so be sure to check out the links at the bottom of the show notes. This is uncharted territory for everyone, and  rest assured that your kids education WILL be ok. Stay healthy. Stay safe. xo - Laurie  Please support us! SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week! REVIEW.  Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show! Struggling with Clutter?  Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz! Stop feeling like a Hot Mess! HOT MESS: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized is my witty little survival guide that helps you get to the root of your clutter. Learn about the 3 types of clutter, Physical, Emotional, and Calendar, along with how to avoid the 5 Clutter Pitfalls.  Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back. Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold. Links Mentioned in this Episode Khanacademy.org | Commonsensemedia.org Links For High School Juniors  Scoir.com | Collegeboard.org Suggested Vetted SitesS, Tools & App For This School Closure Period Wide Open School Mystery Science America’s Test Kitchen Kids Duolingo Some Of Amanda’s Favorites Scholastic Learn at Home Storyline Philadelphia Zoo at 2 Virtual Museum Tours Visit the Musee d’Orsay Visit the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum Visit the National Gallery of Art Promo Codes for You! 15% OFF CURIO-PRESS WITH CODE “ORGANIZED” | 10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE” Connect with Amanda TWITTER Connect with Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

A special thanks to our good friends at CURIO PRESS for sponsoring this episode of This ORGANIZED Life! They have an incredible line of personalized stationery, lists & notepads. Visit CURIO-PRESS.COM and enter the code ORGANIZED at checkout to receive 15% your entire order *Please shop local when you can, small businesses have been greatly impacted by COVID-19 and appreciate your support. For sponsorship inquiries and collaborations  click here Hi Friends! How is everyone doing?  April is here, and I can pretty much bet that in your wildest dreams you never thought you’d be kicking-off Spring quarantined in your house. Today folks, you’re in for a treat because I have the better half of the Palau duo joining me today;  The one and only, laundry loving, note card taking, sneaker loving Josh Palau! BTW, if you haven’t listened to his past episode appearances, I’ve included links in the show notes below. In light of our current climate, today we are talking all things Marriage, Work and Social Distancing when Josh answers the following questions: 1. How are you handling working from home and not having the physical interpersonal connection with your team? 2. As someone who typically works outside of the house, how has COVID-19 impacted your work/life balance? 3. You manage a team of people, many of whom are now faced with homeschooling as well as keeping up with working remotely-how are you helping them to navigate expectations etc.? 4. What (if any) impact do you think this has had on our relationship? 5. What advice do you have for people who are not used to this much together-ness? 6. I would suspect that many marriages (not ours of course) are experiencing stress from the financial impact of the CORONA, care to share any thoughts for our listeners who may find themselves feeling overwhelmed as a result of the unknown? 7. What is the first thing you are going to do when the pandemic is over? 8. As an introvert, what are your take-aways from forced social distancing? 9. What is one thing positive that has come from this experience? During the uncertainty, we are all faced to pivot, change and adapt. Let’s all continue to work together to stay healthy and safe. CONNECTION  is more important than ever, so please connect with us on your social media platform of choice for tips, inspiration, and support. We also have a team of organizers who are willing and able to help you organize virtually Click HERE to find someone who can help! xo - Laurie   P.S.  Make sure to check out the links below for more great info! Please support us! SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week! REVIEW.  Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show! Struggling with Clutter?  Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz! Stop feeling like a Hot Mess! HOT MESS: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized is my witty little survival guide that helps you get to the root of your clutter. Learn about the 3 types of clutter, Physical, Emotional, and Calendar, along with how to avoid the 5 Clutter Pitfalls.  Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back. Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold. Check Out Josh’s Past Episodes EP 86: THE TELL ALL EPISODE |  EP 87: LIFE, MARRIAGE & THINGS LAURIE DISLIKES | EP 142: THE CO-PARENTING EPISODE Promo Codes For You! 15% OFF CURIO-PRESS WITH CODE “ORGANIZED” | 10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE” Connect with Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

 
 
 
 
A special thanks to our good friends at CURIO-PRESS for sponsoring this episode of This ORGANIZED Life! 
They have an incredible line of personalized stationery, lists & notepads. 
Visit CURIO-PRESS.COM and enter the code ORGANIZED at checkout to receive 15% your entire order 
*Please shop local when you can, small businesses have been greatly impacted by COVID-19 and appreciate your support. 
For sponsorship inquiries and collaborations click here   
 
 
Hi Friends! At the release of this episode, many of you will be on week 2 of quarantine. How is everyone holding up? It’s crazy to think about how COVID-19 has affected the things we take for granted, like the freedom to work, play and socialize without restriction. 
But rather than focus on the negative, I invited SBO Partner, Mary Cornetta to chat about how we can all pivot with grace during these unprecedented times. 
To look at the brighter side of things, let’s take a moment to highlight some things that we now have permission to do as a result of self-quarantine. 
1. PJ days 2. Sleep In 3. Take a Walk 4. Look up Recipes 5. Eat a meal together 6. Binge-watch something on Hulu or Netflix 7. Write a letter to someone 
If you are feeling anxious or stressed about being surrounded by clutter, Mary shares how to work with a virtual organizer while under quarantine. Virtual Organizing is proving to be a great alternative for people who crave the personal support, knowledge, and accountability of a professional organizer, by allowing you to work together via zoom, Goggle hangouts, or a good old fashioned phone call! 
Most, if not all of our SBO Partners are offering virtual sessions to their clients.  In an effort to continue to support local, I encourage you to visit our partner page to find an organizer near you. 
Stay healthy everyone!     
 
 
xo - Laurie    
 
 
 
 
 
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Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back. 
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Hi Friends! Everyone is on high alert, and with good reason.  From quarantines, to bare shelves, and indefinite school closures, everyone’s schedules have turned upside side. Working Parents are now finding themselves without childcare, and parents of school aged kids have been thrust into the world of online/homeschooling. Let’s not forget to take into account all local and small businesses who rely on clients and customers to pay their bills, who are impacted, (either by people not using their services, or from having to temporarily close)— adding a layer of financial stress to an already complicated equation. Despite unprecedented uncertainty, one thing is for sure, you are not alone in this. In times of crisis, we’re often faced with the unknown which can be incredibly frightening and overwhelming. It’s in these moments that I recommend first hitting the pause button. This may seem counter intuitive, especially if you are someone who is a DO-er.  Instead of turning to panic, consider taking a step back, to re-evaluate, re-adjust and re-prioritize how, what and when we are doing. If you don’t know where to begin, I’ve come up with 5 simple steps to help you get started: 1. Write down everything that needs to get done. 2. Look at the list and see what can be delegated (use your kids to help around the house with the laundry, cleaning, meal prep). 3. Time Block (set specific times of day for checking email, working on projects, and other times to take care of family and household obligations). 4. Set realistic expectations (you are more than likely going to have to cut back somewhere, we can’t add in hours to our day, so don’t set yourself up for failure). 5. Communicate (let your boss know when you’re available and when you’re not, and the same with your kids). We’re all in a similar boat, in unchartered waters, so let’s do our best to stay positive, be smart and have some grace with others and ourselves. xo - Laurie “The true test of adversity isn’t what’s thrown at you, but how you respond to it.” A special thanks to our good friends at CURIO-PRESS for sponsoring this episode of This ORGANIZED Life! Please don’t forget to shop local when you can, small businesses are greatly impacted in times of crisis. They have an incredible line of personalized stationery, lists & notepads. Visit CURIO-PRESS.COM and enter the code ORGANIZED at checkout to receive 15% your entire order For sponsorship inquiries and collaborations  click here Please support us! SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week! REVIEW.  Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show! Struggling with Clutter?  Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz! Stop feeling like a Hot Mess! HOT MESS: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized is my witty little survival guide that helps you get to the root of your clutter. Learn about the 3 types of clutter, Physical, Emotional, and Calendar, along with how to avoid the 5 Clutter Pitfalls.  Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back. Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold. Connect with Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

 
 
 
 
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Hi Friends! Today I am joined by new friend, Alexis Austin. Alexis is the founder and CEO/Mom-Boss behind Curio Press— a family owned stationery company based in St. Louis Missouri. Alexis and her beautiful products have been featured in St Louis Business Journal, Saint Louis Magazine, Good Housekeeping, Brit+Co, AND right here on This ORGANIZED Life podcast! 
I connected with Alexis several months ago and was inspired by her story. I invited her on TOL to talk about her journey as a wife, mom, small business owner and everything in between! She shares how a health scare that changed the trajectory of her life, resulted in her building a company alongside her husband, and living her passion. 
“If we can make even the most mundane tasks like jotting notes or making grocery lists look pretty, it somehow makes us feel good.” 
During our conversation we talk about:  

The power of a handwritten note in a world filled with texts and emails 
The importance of expressing gratitude in writing 
Why personalized gifts matter  

We also touch on entrepreneurship. Alexis shares some advice for anyone wanting to start a business, whether it’s a side hustle, passion project or new venture even if you have no idea where to start. 
AND, Alexis has a special promo code exclusive for TOL listeners that you won’t see anywhere else! And you can share it with a friend-how great is that? 
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xo - Laurie    
 
 
 
 
 
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Stop feeling like a Hot Mess! 
HOT MESS: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized is my witty little survival guide that helps you get to the root of your clutter. Learn about the 3 types of clutter, Physical, Emotional, and Calendar, along with how to avoid the 5 Clutter Pitfalls.  
Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back. 
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A special thanks to our good friends at CURIO-PRESS for sponsoring this episode of This ORGANIZED Life! Check out the AMAZING discount at the bottom of the show notes, exclusive to the TOL community!  For sponsorship inquiries and collaborations  click here Hi Friends! Today we are talking all about removing the stress from tax prep. Full disclosure, I find the entire process completely overwhelming so I was glad to call in an expert to break it all down! I invited Lisa Greene-Lewis from Turbo Tax to join me on today’s episode to share some tips, strategies and solutions.   Lisa is a CPA, with over 20 years of experience in tax preparation. She has held positions as a public auditor, controller, and operations manager. She has contributed tax articles to local, national, and online publications, including US News & World Report and Huffington Post. Lisa has also appeared on various news broadcasts, the Steve Harvey Show, and the Ellen Show. During our conversation, Lisa and chat about things like: Misconceptions people have about filing their taxes Common mistakes people make when it comes to preparing their taxes  How to simplify receipt-tracking (especially for my fellow entrepreneurs!) When to begin gathering your tax documents Who is a good candidate for using an online tax preparer like turbo tax What steps will make the process more seamless, and less stressful How to Make the  most of your deductions (including Qualifying Relatives) Hopefully, after listening to today’s episode you will feel more prepared, and less overwhelmed to tackle your taxes! xo- Laurie P.S. Make sure to check out our new favorite company, CURIO-PRESS.COM and enter the code ORGANIZED at checkout to receive 15% off your entire order! Want to file your taxes for free?  Lisa has gifted promo codes for our first (5) five TOL listeners!  Choose from any one of the options below, and enter one of the following codes:  Free Edition | Deluxe | Premier | Self-Employed Code 1: H88GAUF3U3CTLB |Code 2: GH9LFV2SKARFJG |Code 3: NL6AM9HTD7GY39 | Code 4: ADVFZHYNTC2Z3S |Code 5: BUVLTPMLNWMG6L  *Limit one code per family *Terms & Conditions apply Connect with Turbo Tax WEBSITE | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK Please support us! SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week! REVIEW.  Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show! Struggling with Clutter?  Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz! Stop feeling like a Hot Mess! HOT MESS: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized is my witty little survival guide that helps you get to the root of your clutter. Learn about the 3 types of clutter, Physical, Emotional, and Calendar, along with how to avoid the 5 Clutter Pitfalls.  Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back. Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold. Connect with Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! I’m always trying to come up with ideas to help make the process of purging and organizing more fun. Because let’s face it, I realize that most people don’t consider purging a pantry on their top list of “fun” activities! I do however, think that doing boring or mundane tasks with a friend makes it more palatable (ever hear the phrase misery loves company?) And if you’re like me, you never have enough time to spend with your girlfriends. So what if there was a way to combine the two? I’ve been listening to people both IRL & “on-the-line” who want to thin out their closet, but are either too tired or frankly, unmotivated to actually do it. So I began thinking about creative ways that didn’t cost any money, add more work to our already overscheduled lives, and may actually get people motivated to clean out their closets. “What if I invited our friends and neighbors over for an open house for a Community Clothing Swap?” Community Giving Back De-Cluttering Food  Girl Times So here’s the rules: Before you come to the party, you must fill up at least 1 trash bag of clothes you no longer wear. This can include shoes and accessories and bring them with you. (*bring hangers!) Check your insecurities at the door. No one is going to judge you for the shirt you bought for some cruise, or the jeans you haven’t fit into in 7 years. Just fill you bag and show up. Leave the kids at home. This is a grown-up event only. Wear comfy clothes (for both the obvious of being comfortable, and to easily try on clothes) Assess what you might want/need before you come. (ie: if you got rid of a fancy black top that you are sick of wearing, perhaps keep your eyes open for a good “steal” at the swap! Side note for the host: The host will provide light refreshments and lots of booze (well at least that’s what I am planning to do!) Set up several rolling racks, I found some inexpensive one’s on amazon, but ask your friends if they have one you can borrow. Designate stations for categories to make it easier for people to shop. o   Tops o   Sweaters o   Outerwear o   Activewear o   Dresses/skirts    4. Depending on how much space you have and how micro you want to get, you can sort by size order, otherwise, just organize the items neatly in piles. 5. Pre-schedule a donation pick-up prior to your event so that you can easily   clear your home of the remaining donations. The Purpose: The purpose of the clothing swap is to get your unwanted stuff out of your house Studies show that it is easier to get rid of things when you know who it’s going Grab some new finds, if you like, but don’t take stuff simply for the sake of taking Your goal is to leave with LESS than what you came with Other things to consider: Include friends of all sizes and shapes—and don’t leave out your pregnant friends who could be looking for larger items. Because some pieces can be easily adapted to fit various figures by adding a belt, have one on hand the day of so that guests can see if cinching a roomy top or dress will make it work for them. Designate one room for changing and have at least two full-length mirrors available so that friends don’t have to fight for face time. If your space is limited, invite guests to wear a bathing suit underneath their clothing to make trying on items in a group setting less awkward. Use a swap as an opportunity to take fashion risks. If you’ve always wanted to wear a high-waisted skirt or a geometric print, but haven’t wanted to make the investment, now is your time to road test the look—for free. If it doesn’t work out, trade it in at the next party. Want to organize your own clothing swap? Keep it simple Set your own rules and guidelines Get creative: kids clothing swap, book swap, housewares swap Create an evite, an event on fb, send an email blast to your friends or a group chat. Have fun! Post your pics in our facebook group, This ORGANIZED Life Podcast or tag us on IG at @simplyborganized! xo - Laurie Please support us! SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week! REVIEW .  Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show! Struggling with Clutter?  Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz! Stop feeling like a Hot Mess! HOT MESS: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized is my witty little survival guide that helps you get to the root of your clutter. Learn about the 3 types of clutter, Physical, Emotional, and Calendar, along with how to avoid the 5 Clutter Pitfalls.  Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back. Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold. Connect with Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! Today I am joined by Karen Purze, author of Life In Motion: A Guide for Gathering Life’s Vital Details, a workbook to help people get their affairs in order. She blogs about end-of-life and emergency planning at lifeinmotionguide.com. Whether you want to be better prepared for medical emergencies, learn estate planning basics, give your children the gift of clarity when you pass, or help your aging parents plan for the future — she is the go to expert in this arena! “When my parents both got sick suddenly and simultaneously, I was overwhelmed with the amount of information I needed.” The first thing she learned is that she could have been better prepared, and has since developed a toolkit to help others. I asked Karen to come on our show to share her story of why she left a successful career in tech to start a business focused on helping people tackle some of life’s most difficult areas. We talk about things like: What information is included in the Life In Motion Guide Key information she wished she would have known that would have been helpful during the process What YOU can do proactively to ease stress, frustration, and financial hurdles for your parents, or your kids Some common places where people tend to go wrong, and how to avoid it Helpful advice for people on where to begin I learned a lot from our conversation, and hope you do too!  If there’s someone in your life who can benefit from today’s episode would you please share it? With Gratitude, Laurie P.S. Karen has a special gift for all TOL listeners!  If you would like to try out any of the Life In Motion products, please use the code SimplyB-10 for 10% your entire order! Please support us! SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week! REVIEW.  Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show! Struggling with Clutter?  Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz! Stop feeling like a Hot Mess! HOT MESS: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized is my witty little survival guide that helps you get to the root of your clutter. Learn about the 3 types of clutter, Physical, Emotional, and Calendar, along with how to avoid the 5 Clutter Pitfalls.  Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back. Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold. Links Mentioned in this Episode WORKBOOKS & PRINTABLES | EMERGENCY PLANNING | LIFE IN MOTION SHOP Connect with Karen WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | LINKEDIN | TWITTER Connect with Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! For today’s episode we turned to YOU, our listeners, readers, and followers to answer the questions that you want to know. I am always impressed with the questions you have; some are funny, some are more serious, and others relate to running a business. I even learned a thing or two about Erika along the way! We received lots of emails and DM’s, and narrowed the list to 15 questions, so if your question wasn’t answered, or  if there is something else you’d like to know, shoot us an email to [email protected].  We read each and every one! Now for the fun stuff…..drumroll please! 1. What is the Partner Program? Who is it for? 2. How long have you been married? And where did you honeymoon? 3. Do I travel for the Clutter Clinic™? 4. What is your favorite color? 5. Am I writing another book? 6. Why does Erika take off for the summer? 7. How many clients do you see? And who or what type is your favorite client? 8. What is your favorite food? 9. Was your house organized growing up? 10. Do your husbands listen to the show? 11. Who is someone I’d like to interview? 12. What is your favorite organizing product right now? 13. What app do you use most often? 14. How can I help a friend in need without offending them? 15. What is the best place to start? Pretty good questions, right?!  To hear our responses, check out the full episode! xo - Laurie Please support us! SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week! REVIEW.  Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show! Struggling with Clutter?  Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz! Stop feeling like a Hot Mess! HOT MESS: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized is my witty little survival guide that helps you get to the root of your clutter. Learn about the 3 types of clutter, Physical, Emotional, and Calendar, along with how to avoid the 5 Clutter Pitfalls.  Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back. Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold. Links Mentioned in this Episode CLUTTER CLINIC™ | SBO PARTNER PROGRAM | FAV APP | FAV PRODUCTS Connect with Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! Today we are joined by my IRL friend, Gail who graciously shares her story of losing her mother, then watching her active father’s health decline soon after. She talks about the emotional toll it took on her and her sisters, each of their families, and what it was like switching roles from daughter to caregiver. Gail shares will all of us the information she wished she had known in order to be better prepared: everything from health proxies, to power of attorney, and making sure your Will is updated. We can’t truly prepare for death, but there are steps we can take to help ease the burden of financial and legal hurdles that compound an already stressful situation. I appreciate Gail’s honesty and vulnerability during our conversation and I hope you do too.  Before we started recording, she turned to me and said “If I can help one person feel more prepared than sharing my story is worth it.” xo- Laurie Please support us! SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week! REVIEW .  Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show! Struggling with Clutter?  Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz! Stop feeling like a Hot Mess! HOT MESS: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized is my witty little survival guide that helps you get to the root of your clutter. Learn about the 3 types of clutter, Physical, Emotional, and Calendar, along with how to avoid the 5 Clutter Pitfalls.  Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back. Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold. Connect with Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST