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

Hi Friends! For episode 3 of our mini-series, we are joined by my husband, Josh, who you may remember from episode 86 & episode 87 of This ORGANIZED Life (and if you're new to our show, I suggest that after you are done listening to this episode, you head back into the archives and listen-you won't be disappointed!) Today, instead of talking about his obsession with laundry, Josh gives our listeners the 411 on what they need to know when creating a digital footprint. We talk about basic strategies to consider when creating a website, or building a social media platform. He talks about how to avoid common pitfalls many entrepreneurs fall into, and how to best maximize your marketing $$$, even if it's next to nothing! This episode is filled with great information–you can check out our entire conversation below: CONNECT WITH JOSH  LINKEDIN  Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.

On today's episode of This ORGANIZED Life, we chat with Kendra Hennessy is a home management expert and positive motherhood enthusiast. She is a podcast host and founder of Mother like a Boss, where she helps busy modern moms become “homemaker-ish.” Her mission is to redefine homemaking in the 21st century and make the difficult and tedious parts of running your home smoother through systems, routines and mindset shifts. Kendra talks about her journey with our TOL audience and you can listen to it right here!↓ If you liked this episode will you take a moment to share it? (we have a nifty little share button at the top of this post!) CONNECT WITH KENDRA WEBSITE   INSTAGRAM  |  PINTEREST |  COURSE ***Don't forget to check out our new mini-series, This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life, where we talk candidly about the struggles and successes of turning your passion into a profession. Each BONUS episode airs weekly on the This ORGANIZED Life podcast feed, so please make sure to click HERE to subscribe! Your Opinion Matters!   Reviews & downloads make it easier for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts.I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by subscribing and listening each week. If you are feeling generous, would you mind giving us a 5 star rating and leaving a short review (it’s super easy I promise!).   Let's Chat!  Head on over to facebook and join our group, This ORGANIZED Life where you can post your questions, comments and photos-we love hearing from you!         CONNECT WITH US FACEBOOK  |  PINTEREST  |  INSTAGRAM

Hey Friends! Today’s episode of This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life is all about legitimizing your business.  We are joined by my friend, and attorney Jamie Lieberman, founding partner in the firm HASHTAG-LEGAL where she works with entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout the country helping them protect their brands and intellectual property. Jamie shares some great tips with our listeners--you can check out our entire conversation below: CONNECT WITH JAMIE WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN | PODCAST Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today is a HUGE milestone for This ORGANIZED Life!  We are celebrating our 100th episode!   To be honest, when I embarked on this venture,I had no clue how to structure a show, book a guest, or put together "show notes" (seriously, I was clueless), but somehow by the grace of God ( and some help from my producer), I figured it out.  Fast forward to almost 2 years later, and here we are....EPISODE 100.   Leading up to todays show, I gave my trusty side-kick, Erika, some homework:  To go through the archives and pick her top 5 favorite episodes.  Without comparing, we both revealed our list on air. I encourage you to join us in our walk down memory lane, in this historic episode: If you liked this episode will you take a moment to share it? (we have a nifty little share button at the top of this post!) LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Laurie's List  EP 53: TOY DONATIONS HELPING THE ENVIRONMENT, WITH BRONNA LIPTON Ep 54: 365 DAY LET GO PROJECT WITH  SBO PARTNER ERIN BARBOT EP 74: DESIGN INSPIRATION, WITH BILL EASTBURN EP 78: PREPARING FOR COLLEGE WITH SHANA BERMAN EP 86 & 87: 2 PART INTERVIEW WITH MY HUBBY, JOSHUA PALAU Erika's List  EP 01: RESOLVE TO GET ORGANIZED EP  56: FIVE THINGS TO PURGE IN 2018 EP 87: LIFE, MARRIAGE & THINGS LAURIE DISLIKES EP 89: INSTANT POT MANIA WITH SPECIAL GUEST, CHRISTY LINGO EP 97: INSPIRED NOTEBOOKS WITH SPECIAL GUEST, MICA MAY            ***Don't forget to check out our new mini-series, This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life, where we talk candidly about the struggles and successes of turning your passion into a profession. Each BONUS episode airs weekly on the This ORGANIZED Life podcast feed, so please make sure to click HERE to subscribe! Your Opinion Matters!   Reviews & downloads make it easier for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts.I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by subscribing and listening each week. If you are feeling generous, would you mind giving us a 5 star rating and leaving a short review (it’s super easy I promise!).   Want to Chat?  Head on over to facebook and join our group, This ORGANIZED Life where you can post your questions, comments and photos-we love hearing from you!         LOOKING FOR INSPIRATION? FACEBOOK  |  PINTEREST  |  INSTAGRAM

Hi Everyone!  The last several months I have been working on a new project, and I am super excited to finally share it with all of you. But before I do, allow me to give you the quick back-story: Many of our loyal This ORGANIZED Life community either owns their own business, or are thinking about starting one, but may not know how or where to begin. I know, firsthand, how overwhelming and isolating it can be running your own company, especially if you are doing it alone. Throughout the course of my career, I have come to realize that most entrepreneurs are talented at what they do, but often struggle with the strategic and tactical tools of knowing how to effectively run a business.   Last year I began mentoring other professional organizers, which I absolutely love, but regardless of your industry, many of the same basic struggles apply. Whether it's knowing how to legitimize your business, create a digital footprint, or build an online community, there are countless questions that can leave you paralyzed with fear and insecurity. If you can relate, can I get a "heck yeah!" So I reached out to a bunch of friends who happen to be industry experts in their respective fields, and asked them if they'd be willing to to chat with me for a new podcast mini-series I was creating. I had one simple goal in mind: To provide simple, actionable strategies to help you grow your business- so that you can focus on what you do best. We broke those interviews into an 8-part miniseries called: This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life. "Whether you are just starting out, or knee deep in the weeds it’s never too late to surround yourself with smart people." Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it's literally as simple as clicking the share button!)   Want More? If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today we continue our conversation with  Courtney Carver: Author, Speaker and founder of the minimalist fashion Project 333 & the popular blog, Be More With Less.com. If you haven't listened to last weeks episode, I encourage you to do so prior to listening to today's episode. Last week, Courtney shared with us her personal journey, and today she is focused on helping all of you....(well, actually she kind of has a therapy session with me). She walks us through, how to approach her ever-popular Project333 which stands for 3 months, 33 items (with a few exclusions!)  Honestly, after our conversation, it seemed way more do-able than I first thought.  I'd love to know your thoughts. You can listen to part 2 of my conversation with Courtney Carver right here: LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: COURTNEY'S BOOK: SOULFUL SIMPLICITY  PROJECT 333 CONNECT WITH COURTNEY!  INSTAGRAM  |  WEBSITE  |  COURSE ***Our sponsor for today's episode is our good friends at Organized Living!  I've been using their adjustable Freedom Rail closet system in my clients' homes for years. It's super easy to design, order, and install. I absolutely love the versatility of their products!  Learn more about Organized Living and freedomRail at www.OrganizedLiving.com.  If you liked this episode will you take a moment to share it (we have a nifty little share button at the bottom of this post!) I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by subscribing and listening each week. If you are feeling generous, would you mind giving us a 5 star rating and leaving a short review (it’s super easy I promise!). Reviews & downloads make it easier for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts, so your opinion matters! Want more TOL?  Head on over to facebook and join our group, This ORGANIZED Life where you can post your questions, comments and photos-we love hearing from you!         CONNECT WITH US! FACEBOOK  |  TWITTER  |  INSTAGRAM

Today we are joined by Courtney Carver: Author, Speaker and founder of the fashion Project 333 & the popular blog, Be More With Less.com.  Courtney changed her life by simplifying it after a devastating diagnosis in 2006.  I read Courtney's book Soulful Simplicity this past summer and was completely inspired to rethink what lives inside my closet. I reached out to see if she would share her story with all of you.  In part one of our conversation, Courtney talks candidly about how she was living the "American Dream," or so she thought, until a life threatening health scare began her journey to finding freedom with less. Check out part one of our conversation below: LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: COURTNEY'S BOOK: SOULFUL SIMPLICITY  PROJECT 333 CONNECT WITH COURTNEY!  INSTAGRAM  |  WEBSITE  |  COURSE ***Our sponsor for today's episode is our good friends at Organized Living!  I've been using their adjustable Freedom Rail closet system in my clients' homes for years. It's super easy to design, order, and install. I absolutely love the versatility of their products!  Learn more about Organized Living and freedomRail at www.OrganizedLiving.com.  If you liked this episode will you take a moment to share it (we have a nifty little share button at the bottom of this post!) I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by subscribing and listening each week. If you are feeling generous, would you mind giving us a 5 star rating and leaving a short review (it’s super easy I promise!). Reviews & downloads make it easier for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts, so your opinion matters! Want more TOL?  Head on over to facebook and join our group, This ORGANIZED Life where you can post your questions, comments and photos-we love hearing from you!         CONNECT WITH US! FACEBOOK  |  TWITTER  |  INSTAGRAM

Today we are joined by Mica May, founder of May Designs; a lifestyle brand specializing in customized notebooks, stationery, and more! Even though I am a digital junkie, I realize that many of you out there remain loyal to pen & paper. Mica's flagship product is the May Book, a simple notebook that can be customized to reflect your style and needs; (FYI, I have a custom SBO  May Book that I L-O-V-E!). Mica is also mom to 3 adorable kids.  I loved chatting with her, and I invite you to check out our conversation: Wait... Mica is offering a discount to all TOL Podcast listeners!  Simply enter the promo code TOLPODCAST at checkout and you'll receive 20% off your entire order! (I'm talking clutter free holiday gifts, hostess gifts, not to mention something for yourself!) Offer valid 10/18/18 - 11/1/18  CONNECT WITH MICA! INSTAGRAM   |  WEBSITE  |  FACEBOOK ***Our sponsor for today's episode is our good friends at Organized Living!  I've been using their adjustable Freedom Rail closet system in my clients' homes for years. It's super easy to design, order, and install. I absolutely love the versatility of their products!  Learn more about Organized Living and freedomRail at www.OrganizedLiving.com.  If you liked this episode will you take a moment to share it? And if you are feeling generous, would you mind giving us a 5 star rating? (it’s literally as simple as clicking a button!) and leaving a short review. The more reviews & downloads we receive, the easier it is for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts. I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by subscribing and listening each week. If you want more TOL, please join our facebook group, This ORGANIZED Life and post your questions or comments-we love hearing from you!         CONNECT WITH US! FACEBOOK  |  TWITTER  |  INSTAGRAM

On today's show we are joined by fellow Organizer and SBO Partner, Kristi Santilli, founder of Organized by Kristi in Massachusetts.  We chat about how/when to flip out and store seasonal items (a real issue for us in the North East!)  Kristi had so many ideas we ran out of time to share them all! In addition to the one's mentioned in our episode, here's a few more tips for you to try: 1. Have a spot in your home for taking off wet, snowy clothes! Whether it be in your entry way, basement, garage or laundry room, designate a spot for everyone to remove their wet clothes and hang them up to dry         2. Put down a few boot trays or old towels so that they can absorb the drips. This is a must so that you don't have puddles of snow, salt and slush all around your house!         3. Have a supply of hot cocoa on hand for wintery, snowy days! (Ok, so this isn't so much of Kristi's tip, but her 7 year old son's idea!)       Check out our entire conversation below: CONNECT WITH KRISTI FACEBOOK  |  WEBSITE  |  INSTAGRAM ***Our sponsor for today's episode is our good friends at Organized Living!  I've been using their adjustable Freedom Rail closet system in my clients' homes for years. It's super easy to design, order, and install. I absolutely love the versatility of their products!  Learn more about Organized Living and freedomRail at www.OrganizedLiving.com.  If you liked this episode will you take a moment to share it? And if you are feeling generous, would you mind giving us a 5 star rating? (it’s literally as simple as clicking a button!) and leaving a short review. The more reviews & downloads we receive, the easier it is for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts. I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by subscribing and listening each week. If you take a pic and tag me, I will personally thank you on social media! If you want more TOL, please join our facebook group, This ORGANIZED Life and post your questions or comments-we love hearing from you!         CONNECT WITH US! FACEBOOK  |  TWITTER  |  INSTAGRAM

On today's episode we are joined by SBO Partner, Laura Bostrom, founder of Everyday ORDER in Montclair, NJ.  Laura is not only a professional organizer, but mom to 2 kiddos: 2 1/2 year old Graham, and 5 month old, Paige.  We chat about giving yourself GRACE, realizing that done is better than perfect, and how she juggles a career and mom-life. You can listen to our conversation below: CONNECT WITH LAURA! (Her Instagram feed is so inspiring! #instagoals) FACEBOOK  |  WEBSITE  |  INSTAGRAM ***Our sponsor for today's episode is our good friends at Organized Living!  I've been using their adjustable Freedom Rail closet system in my clients' homes for years. It's super easy to design, order, and install. I absolutely love the versatility of their products!  Learn more about Organized Living and freedomRail at www.OrganizedLiving.com.  If you liked this episode will you take a moment to share it? And if you are feeling generous, would you mind giving us a 5 star rating? (it’s literally as simple as clicking a button!) and leaving a short review. The more reviews & downloads we receive, the easier it is for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts. I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by subscribing and listening each week. If you take a pic and tag me, I will personally thank you on social media! If you want more TOL, please join our facebook group, This ORGANIZED Life and post your questions or comments-we love hearing from you!         CONNECT WITH US! FACEBOOK  |  TWITTER  |  INSTAGRAM