Since I returned to work after my first son was born (almost 13 years ago), I’ve taken time off over the Christmas holidays. To fill in my days (and to make the year ahead easier), I undertake a yearly overhaul of many of the systems in our home. This year has been just the same Read More
Category: Expert Advice
Returning to work in the new year?
Are you returning to work after maternity leave or absence of some sort? Here’s 9 tips to set you up for success. Be kind to yourself Mums are very good at berating themselves. Make a plan to give yourself some grace and know that it will take some adjustment to a new routine. Read More
Your daily routine is the key to making your new years resolutions come true
So you’ve had some time off enjoying the festive season, set yourself some goals for the new year… now what? How are you going to get your goals off the page and into your life? Here’s how my clients have great success. Break goals down Choose one goal and break it down into tiny Read More
What paperwork do you need to keep at home?
I work with many clients to sort their paperwork. I love it! I love to corral the papers from every nook and cranny of the house and then whip it into shape. How we sort it is dependant on the client (and that’s a topic for a blog another day), but the first thing I Read More
5 tips to choose a diary that’s right for you
VIDEO CONTENT AVAILABLE – Thanks to Office National Dandenong for the opportunity to present this blog as a video – check it out here. There are 5 important things to consider when choosing a diary or planner. These 5 things are related to how you’re going to use your diary. As a professional Read More
Donation options for clothes you no longer need
MENS AND WOMENS OFFICE WORKWEAR Wear for Success http://www.wearforsuccess.org.au/Fitted for Work https://fittedforwork.org/get-involved/donate-clothing/ MENS CLOTHING, WOMENS PLUS SIZES AND OTHER Avalon http://avaloncentre.org.au/donate-2 ALL CLOTHES, NO MATTER THE CONDITION H&M https://about.hm.com/en/sustainability/get-involved/recycle-your-clothes.html ZARA https://www.zara.com/au/en/sustainability-collection-program-l1452.html CLOTHING (AND OTHER) Salvos, Vinnies, Savers, Red Cross, Sacred Heart Mission, Brotherhood of St. Lawrence, Epilepsy Foundation Try donating smaller amounts, neatly packed SELL Read More
Easy steps to declutter your wardrobe, kitchen, paperwork and kids toys
I held another successful decluttering workshop on Friday night showcasing the 6 steps of the Space and Time Organising S.Y.S.T.E.M. My first time at the Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre; a great venue and turnout. I always start my workshops with introductions. I introduce myself, explaining what a Professional Organiser does and how I came to Read More
10 steps to get the kids to school on time
If you have school age kids you will have no doubt spent hours in the mornings yelling “hurry up, where are your shoes, clean your teeth faster, turn off the telly, hurry up (again)” and racing out to the car and swearing at the traffic. But it doesn’t have to be like this. Follow these Read More
8 Simple storage ideas that every bathroom needs
Whether you’re designing a new bathroom, renovating or just giving your stuff a good overhaul. Here’s 8 simple storage ideas that every bathroom needs. 1. Laundry basket – choose a laundry basket the same size as your washing machine capacity. When it’s full you know it’s time to throw on a load. A Read More
How to store “green” shopping bags and what to do if you forget them
A girlfriend recently cried out on facebook for help with her stash of “green bags”. Here’s my tips to keep them under control. How many do you need? Green bags are a bit like toys… they seem to multiply in the night. Like most stuff, if you have too many of something it is more Read More