1. Straightening up before the consultation or day of service As a professional organizer and accredited member of the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals, I need to see how the client really lives. The project cannot be properly assessed if the client is concealing their true lifestyle. To understand how to design an ... read more
Clutter is Just Delayed Decision Making Not opening the mail upon receipt, not properly filing paperwork, or leaving laundry out are all examples of delayed decisions. These delayed decisions manifest into clutter and chaos. Decision making is a skill that can be learned. And just like golf, some of us are naturally gifted and others have to ... read more
Start with Your Mailbox to Tackle Paper Clutter Americans get so much mail these days! We're constantly being bombarded with marketing mail and paper bills. Here's a few quick steps, you can easily minimize your mailbox paper clutter around your home. Firstly, open all the mail at your mailbox before getting to your home. Next, place a ... read more
Tips to Start Your Organization Projects The first step to starting your new organization projects is setting your priorities. What is causing you the most pain? Is it your kitchen, messy closet, or home office setup? Once you know what you want to tackle first you can start to put together a plan. Here's a great article on how to start ... read more
Infographic for Panicked Packers Top Five Packing Tips for Panicked Packers Are you a panicked packer who stresses out before a big trip? Do you worry about what to pack, how many of each item to pack, and even what bag to pack? As a professional organizer, I know how to organize and maximum space in that small carry-on bag. Here's a few ... read more
Painted Interiors in My East Village Apartment The painted interiors in my East Village apartment have been the focus of numerous press articles. Check out why a nice painted interior is critical to bringing happiness into your home. Bringing in the Paintzen Crew In my last newsletter, I focused on how much I loved my freshly painted ... read more
A question about restrooms...or bathrooms. Do you ask to use the RESTROOM or BATHROOM while in a private home? I’m posing a question to my lovely, insightful and diverse newsletter reading tribe. This is something that has plagued me for years and I’m hoping you can provide some acuity and clarity. I am totally serious about this issue. ... read more
At apartmentjeanie what we do is more than just organizing & orchestrating your stuff, it’s about the bond and commitment we make to be there when life goes off the rails. I might not be the most huggy of people but I want you know we’re always here for you with open arms. On Monday, I emphatically told Emily that she would finally have a ... read more
Art Framing in New York City Art framing is a skill and when done right can make a huge difference in your home. Do you Yelp? I feel like it is one of the many things I use as a resource but rarely feel compelled to contribute. And when I do it is usually to right a wrong. Like the time I received exceptional service at Shopsin’s in spite of ... read more
Color is critical to setting the proper mood in your home. One of my grandfather’s life tenets was that you should always be learning. Each day brings an opportunity to learn something new and I’ve tried to live my life accordingly. Like today, I learned what title insurance is and is not - bottom line, always buy it. Lessons Learned About ... read more
