Today, I thought I'd share a little life hack - keep an eye on your passport expiration date! It's so easy to overlook, right? One day you're planning a big trip, the next you're scrambling to renew your passport. I've seen it cause some real headaches for my clients. Think of your passport as a safety net. No travel plans right now? Doesn't matter. Life loves to throw curveballs and that passport might come in handy. Here's a fun fact: some countries won't let you in if your passport expires within six months. So, it's not just about renewing before your trip, but way ahead of time. Finally, give your passport the respect it deserves! Chucking it in a kitchen drawer? Big no-no. Keep it safe—you never know when you'll need it. Happy traveling!XOLauriePS. Subscribe to our newsletter to get these tips straight to your inbox!

Tip of the Week- Renew Passports

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Hi Friends,Spring weather in PA is finally here! And with that, comes a whole other category of organizing-outdoor stuff!  Today we’re talking about:How to keep your gardening tools and supplies organized and easily accessible. Using labels to group supplies and make it easy to store and find what you needContaining Chemicals like ant and wasp spray, weed killers, so they are accessible, but out of reach from the kiddosBlocking time to clean up and work on the outdoor parts of your home that bring you joy (in my case, this is my garden and outdoor porch)Scheduling and delegating the task you don’t want to (or have time) to do.Organizing the outside of your home is equally as important as the inside-don’t be afraid to ask for help!Xoxo-LaurieIf you have specific questions or need additional help, visit us at https://simplyborganized.com/Get 10% off Your Color Guru Consultation use code ORGANIZEDLIFE at https://yourcolorguru.com/aff/10/

Outdoor Organizing Tips for Your Home | Ep 389

Hey Friends,Today’s tip came to me after Logan was rummaging through the medicine cabinet looking for allergy meds (geez, the pollen is bad this year!)May is a great time to go through your supplies to refresh and replenish things like:Allergy medsBug sprayAntihistaminesIbuprofenSunscreenFirst Aid SuppliesIt’s always better to be proactive and have your staple supplies on hand rather than needing something and having to run out.Happy Organizing!LaurieP.S. If you have an organizing question, we’d love for you to be part of our show!  Check out our new Ask An Expert Series! https://simplyborganized.as.me/askanexpert

Tip of the Week- Organizing Your Medicine Cabinet

Hey Friends,Today we’re talking about 5 Tips for an Organized Party.  Monday’s tip of the week was all about my favorite party planning tool- Pinterest!  If you haven’t already listened, here’s a link to the episode. https://simplyborganized.com/2024/05/13/tip-of-the-week-organize-your-party-planning-with-this-simple-tool/Whether you’re having a backyard bbq, or a full on bash-the strategy surrounding planning an event remains the same.  In this episode I unpack 5 areas that are key to streamlining the party planning process: BUDGET- Determining your overall budget is essential to making sure that you don’t overextend yourself financially.  Once you have your overall budget, you can then allocate funds to the different areas: food, decorations, etc.THEME-Clarifying what type of party you’re having “casual, sit down, adults-only, family friendly” are all important pieces of the party puzzle. Once you nail this down, it removes a lot of the overwhelm and decision fatigue.ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES-Establish who is only your team and what their job is. Are you outsourcing food or is someone in charge of the grill?  Who is doing the centerpieces? Do we need to order party favors? These are just a few questions that you’ll want to ask.TIMELINE-Every organized event, large or small, has a timeline that you’re working from. When do things need to be ordered? When do invitations need to go out? How long do we need to set up? You may not have all the answers off the bat, but it’s important to ask the questions early on so you are prepared.COMMUNICATE-One of the most important aspects to an organized event is clear communication with everyone involved. From vendors, to your team, and of course your guests!  Happy Organizing!LaurieP.S.  For more organizing tips, free checklists, or personalized support visit https://simplyborganized.com/

5 Tips for an Organized Party | Ep 388

Hey there, party planners! Whether you're prepping for a cozy gathering or a grand celebration, one thing's for sure: organizing a party can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. But fear not, because I've got a secret weapon up my sleeve to share with you today: Pinterest!If you haven't jumped on the Pinterest bandwagon yet, now's the perfect time. This visual discovery platform isn't just for finding mouth-watering recipes and DIY crafts (although it's great for those too). It's my favorite tool for streamlining the party planning process. INSPIRATION. Pinterest is a treasure trove of creative ideas for themes, decorations, and more. Just type your ideas into the search bar like “beach themed graduation” or “Barbie Birthday Party for a 6 year old” and let pinterest do the heavy lifting.BOARDS. Create a dedicated board for your event and start pinning away! From decor ideas and color schemes to menu plans and party favors, you can keep all your inspiration and plans neatly organized in one place.INFORMATION.  Pinterest isn't just about pretty pictures—it's also a goldmine of practical tips and tricks. Need help figuring out how much food to order? There's a pin for that. Looking for easy DIY decor hacks? Pinterest has you covered. COLLABORATION. Planning a party with friends or family? Pinterest makes it easy to share your ideas and collaborate in real-time. Simply invite your fellow party planners to join your board, and you can brainstorm ideas, make suggestions, and keep everyone on the same page.ORGANIZED. Say goodbye to toggling between texts, emails and the internet.With Pinterest, everything you need is right there at your fingertips, saving you time and sanity in the process. So whether you're throwing a birthday bash, a bridal shower, or a backyard BBQ, let Pinterest be your go-to party planning sidekick. With its endless inspiration, practical tips, and effortless organization.While you’re there, check out our page which is filled with all sorts of organizing inspiration. https://www.pinterest.com/simplyborganizedHappy Organizing!LaurieP.S. If you have an organizing question, we’d love for you to be part of our show!  Check out our new Ask An Expert Series! https://simplyborganized.as.me/askanexpert

Tip of the Week-Organize your Party Planning with this Simple Tool

Hi Friends,If you’ve ever planned a vacation you know how much work goes into making it memorable. From picking the destination, to figuring out where to stay, where to eat, what sights to see and excursions to do-the options can easily become overwhelming.Joining me today is Angela Gillmeister-a custom vacation designer and the founder of Wild Hair Travels,  and host of the podcast, Happy Women Travel More where she brings a breath of fresh air to vacation planning by offering high-touch and highly personalized services designed especially for busy professional women.As we embark on spring/summer here in the US, people are busy trying to plan travel-from day trips to long adventures and Angela is here to help share some of her best tips on how to avoid decision fatigue throughout what should be a fun process.During our conversation we talked about:Connecting your vacation to a purpose-do you want to relax, reenergize, seek adventureEstablishing your Budget-how and where do we want to spend our moneyAngela’s favorite travel tips that you can use today!Whether you’re planning your next big adventure, or daydreaming about relaxing on a secluded beach you’re going to want to listen to this episode.Make sure to check out our show notes for links to everything we discussed in today’s episode.XOXO-LaurieP.S. Got a burning organizing question? Join us on our show and let's tackle it together! Dive into our new Ask An Expert Series now:https://simplyborganized.as.me/askanexpertLinks Mentioned in this Episode:Happy Women Travel More Podcasthttps://wildhairtravels.comhttps://instagram.com/wildhairtravelshttps://facebook.com/groups/happywomentravelmoreAngela’s Book Recommendation:  Last Child in the Woods https://amzn.to/4a76Rim

Tip of the Week- Renew Passports

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