Use your electronic calendar to set annual reminders for birthdays and anniversaries or other special occasions.
Did you get some Christmas Cards – Return to Sender – update your contacts list straight away.
Lots of errands to do? Plan ahead and organise errands in groups.
Need office supplies, buy them now whilst the back to school specials are on, it’s not just for kids!
Go Green, do you really need to print everything off? Saves the environment and saves you more time in filing and desk clutter.
Introduce a bring up system, files numbered 1 through to 31 (ie days of the month), put items you need for the future in the appropriate date and your organised for the day!
Showing posts with label organising. Show all posts
Showing posts with label organising. Show all posts
Monday, January 25, 2010
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
NOW In Action
Thanks to everyone who join us at Officework last week, it as great sharing the "joys of organising" with everyone. Thanks also to our store Manager Glenn (middle of photo) and his staff for being so welcoming and enthusiastic about our presentations.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Top 5 Myths About Organising
1. I have every container known to man.
While containers certainly can be wonderful tools for helping you get organised, containers alone will not help you. You need to consider what kind of containers best suit your needs, introduce proper sorting techniques, labeling and storage.
Before you go mad and the next Tupperware party, or Kikki K, it is important to first learn a bit about organising. Only with a little bit of knowledge and preparation beforehand, will any organising container or storage device be worthwhile to you.
2. I am a super multi-tasker.
So many people feel that in order to be organised and productive, multi-tasking is constantly required. Not true. While multi-tasking can definitely be useful in some situations, sometimes it can cause you to lose your focus. When working on anything important, working on other things at the same time is probably not a good idea. Some projects require your undivided attention.
3. I develop a system and stick to it.
Just because something seems to be working for you, doesn't always mean it's the best way to do it. When it comes to organising, you have to be flexible. Continuous improvement should always be the name of the game. No matter what you're doing, there's almost always a better, faster, more efficient, more productive way.
4. I purge my belongings every month.
Most believe there is no way they can get organise because they can’t bring themselves to purge! While you certainly shouldn’t keep things you don’t like or never use, there is always a way to deal with it things you do, either display, store or use it. There is no reason to throw out the possessions that truly mean something special to you.
5. I have lists for everything.
You can write all you want, but if you don't act on the things you jot down, they will never get done. Having lists is a great start and you should definitely have them, but to accomplish anything, you have to actually schedule time to DO the things on your lists.
If you need help getting truly organised, call Blair Lifestyle Management.
While containers certainly can be wonderful tools for helping you get organised, containers alone will not help you. You need to consider what kind of containers best suit your needs, introduce proper sorting techniques, labeling and storage.
Before you go mad and the next Tupperware party, or Kikki K, it is important to first learn a bit about organising. Only with a little bit of knowledge and preparation beforehand, will any organising container or storage device be worthwhile to you.
2. I am a super multi-tasker.
So many people feel that in order to be organised and productive, multi-tasking is constantly required. Not true. While multi-tasking can definitely be useful in some situations, sometimes it can cause you to lose your focus. When working on anything important, working on other things at the same time is probably not a good idea. Some projects require your undivided attention.
3. I develop a system and stick to it.
Just because something seems to be working for you, doesn't always mean it's the best way to do it. When it comes to organising, you have to be flexible. Continuous improvement should always be the name of the game. No matter what you're doing, there's almost always a better, faster, more efficient, more productive way.
4. I purge my belongings every month.
Most believe there is no way they can get organise because they can’t bring themselves to purge! While you certainly shouldn’t keep things you don’t like or never use, there is always a way to deal with it things you do, either display, store or use it. There is no reason to throw out the possessions that truly mean something special to you.
5. I have lists for everything.
You can write all you want, but if you don't act on the things you jot down, they will never get done. Having lists is a great start and you should definitely have them, but to accomplish anything, you have to actually schedule time to DO the things on your lists.
If you need help getting truly organised, call Blair Lifestyle Management.
Friday, March 20, 2009
A Schedule Defends from Chaos!
"A Schedule defends from chaos and whim. It is a net for catching days ... A schedule is a mock-up of reason and order - will, faced and so brought into being." Annie Dillard
Even the most organised people can become complacent and assume “oh I’ll remember that” then when it comes to the crunch some things gets forgotten - a scheduling system failure, all available RAMS of memory in your brain screams -insufficient space!.
There are strategies, even for those who find themselves below the poverty line in the time stakes! You can introduce simple ideas into your life that will ensure you don’t take the dog to the dry cleaner instead of the hydrobath!
Once a week - Sunday night is usually a good time - write down your “To Do” list for the next week. Don’t try and change the world in a week, just write the things you know you must do and add in a couple of things you’ve been meaning to get to.
I know, I know, this sounds completely boring, you’ve tried this before, you write the list, loose the piece of paper, it just simply hasn’t worked. But did you know, that the left side of your brain – the location of logic – loves lists!
Why don’t you try a different approach, write a list of things to do by category, ie
• Personal - time for yourself, family and friends.
• Children - sports training, school plays, after school play dates
• Errands - posting letters, dry cleaning, return videos, etc
• Appointments - dentist, hair cut or car service
• Shopping- groceries, pharmacy, gifts
• Correspondence - birthday cards, RSVPs, phone calls
• Home - cleaning, repairs, gardening
A novel approach to some will be putting yourself first - usually we put ourselves last! At the end of the day, if you don’t look after yourself, it could have a negative impact on everyone else! We need to learn to allow ourselves to rest, refresh, recharge and rejuvenate throughout the week - essential for survival!
Once you see your “to do” list categories, further arrange them into logical groups, for example, if you need to go out to do the groceries, try and drop the dry cleaning, return videos and post office at the same time, saving multiple trips out, thus saving you time! Arrange all your “to do” list items into groups until you have them all ticked off your original list.
You can then schedule the groups you have created into your diary. An electronic diary is brilliant for this as you can set an alarm to remind you to get into action. In addition, it’s a great idea to put your Weekly To Do List on the fridge or at your desk, so you are constantly reminded of them.
A schedule like this can defend chaos and truly is a net for catching days!
Even the most organised people can become complacent and assume “oh I’ll remember that” then when it comes to the crunch some things gets forgotten - a scheduling system failure, all available RAMS of memory in your brain screams -insufficient space!.
There are strategies, even for those who find themselves below the poverty line in the time stakes! You can introduce simple ideas into your life that will ensure you don’t take the dog to the dry cleaner instead of the hydrobath!
Once a week - Sunday night is usually a good time - write down your “To Do” list for the next week. Don’t try and change the world in a week, just write the things you know you must do and add in a couple of things you’ve been meaning to get to.
I know, I know, this sounds completely boring, you’ve tried this before, you write the list, loose the piece of paper, it just simply hasn’t worked. But did you know, that the left side of your brain – the location of logic – loves lists!
Why don’t you try a different approach, write a list of things to do by category, ie
• Personal - time for yourself, family and friends.
• Children - sports training, school plays, after school play dates
• Errands - posting letters, dry cleaning, return videos, etc
• Appointments - dentist, hair cut or car service
• Shopping- groceries, pharmacy, gifts
• Correspondence - birthday cards, RSVPs, phone calls
• Home - cleaning, repairs, gardening
A novel approach to some will be putting yourself first - usually we put ourselves last! At the end of the day, if you don’t look after yourself, it could have a negative impact on everyone else! We need to learn to allow ourselves to rest, refresh, recharge and rejuvenate throughout the week - essential for survival!
Once you see your “to do” list categories, further arrange them into logical groups, for example, if you need to go out to do the groceries, try and drop the dry cleaning, return videos and post office at the same time, saving multiple trips out, thus saving you time! Arrange all your “to do” list items into groups until you have them all ticked off your original list.
You can then schedule the groups you have created into your diary. An electronic diary is brilliant for this as you can set an alarm to remind you to get into action. In addition, it’s a great idea to put your Weekly To Do List on the fridge or at your desk, so you are constantly reminded of them.
A schedule like this can defend chaos and truly is a net for catching days!
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
NEW! Fixes-On-The-Phone
Simply pick up the phone, book a 30 minute consultation at a time that suits you - super convenient! Ask an expert for advice and ideas to help with your organising goals.
No need to worry about being embarassed about having an organiser come to your home - although don't forget, we've seen it all before and probably worse - but if you want to make a start on your own, this is the perfect solution for you!
Call us today to book your Fixes-On-The-Phone
No need to worry about being embarassed about having an organiser come to your home - although don't forget, we've seen it all before and probably worse - but if you want to make a start on your own, this is the perfect solution for you!
Call us today to book your Fixes-On-The-Phone
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Organising Workshops
An exciting line up of spring workshops, brought to you by Did You Remember The Milk? Workshops are designed to give you the edge you need to conquer your big goals.
Don’t let the small stuff get in the way of living your best life. Come along and nail your home / work / life organising hassles with us so you can be free to enjoy a sensational Spring and Summer.
Visit our Promotions Page or www.didyourememberthemilk.com.au for more information.
Don’t let the small stuff get in the way of living your best life. Come along and nail your home / work / life organising hassles with us so you can be free to enjoy a sensational Spring and Summer.
Visit our Promotions Page or www.didyourememberthemilk.com.au for more information.
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