Do you feel groovy about paperwork? Most people do not, especially tax time. I went to an organizing client's home this week and the project was to tackle paperwork and mail. There were piles in the dining room, the foyer, the kitchen, and the office. When I questioned her about each pile, it was met with a blank stare. Typical response followed by a nervous laugh. Before I give you tips on organizing paperwork, I am so dating myself … [Read more...]
Paperwork Can Be Overwhelming
Paperwork Can Be Overwhelming ~~ My name is Lisa Giesler, I am a Certified Professional Organizer and do not like paperwork. Paperwork can be overwhelming to me. I love organizing closets, cabinets, drawers, and pantries. It feels basic and simple to me. Cooking and getting dressed are dependent on organized spaces, but oh my gosh paperwork. When I look at the pile of paperwork it can be an overwhelming site. All those pieces of paper have … [Read more...]
What Is Your Purpose In Life
What is your purpose in life? What is your purpose in life is a loaded question to me and many like me. Growing up in a poor blue-collar class home, my only purpose was to grow up and get out of the house. You know, do what you want. I don’t think I really had a purpose until I had children. Your entire world is consumed with taking care of them. I met a new neighbor and she always talked about her “degree”. I didn’t have one. She always talked … [Read more...]
Get Organized for Tax Season
Get organized for tax season~~ New Year is the time for resolutions but, also marks the time to get paperwork organized and ready for tax season. In four short months, many people will find themselves overwhelmed because they are unable to locate the documents needed for their taxes. So, January is the perfect time to begin the paper de-cluttering and organizing process. Whereas tax time forces many to get a grip on their paperwork and … [Read more...]
How to be a good mom
Every mom wants to know how to be a good mom. There is an immense insecurity of not measuring up. We are continually comparing ourselves to other moms. We compare our our clothes, our car, and home. I had a friend whose home was pristine, not one piece of paper was out in the open. I felt intimidated, even though I know I could never function that way. There is this idea that a clear desk without stacks of paperwork is proof of an organized … [Read more...]
