All Things Consulting
Melissa Stacey with Feeling Organized specializes in organization for your home, office, and small business. She works with each client to create a unique system that's geared toward their specific needs, lifestyle, and/or work style. Some of Melissa’s expertise includes filing systems, paper management, closet spaces, offices, and work flow. As a WIC Board member, Melissa oversees WIC’s finances, silent auction, and sponsorship initiatives.
Creating good habits is pivotal to staying organized. In order to change old habits, you have to consistently practice your new habits. Some good tips on creating habits include: Take 15 minutes at the end of the day to "clean up" and put things away. That way your space is organized and ready for you to begin the next day. Keep your space clutter free. If you are not using it, put it away. Keep a small notebook on hand or use your cell phone to write down your creative ideas, … [Read more...]
The holidays are a time of giving. As you get organized this holiday season, keep these organizations in mind to donate the items you no longer need: Donate new or gently used household items, clothing, toiletries or toys to your local shelter. www.innvision.organd www.ehclifebuilders.org Donate overflow of office supplies or craft materials to Resource Area for Teaching (RAFT), an organization assisting educators with low cost materials for "hands on" education. www.raft.net Donate … [Read more...]
The busy holiday season is upon us ...can you believe it? This can be a hectic time of year, so where do we find the time to do it all? We don’t. My Grandmother always told me, "Missy, you can't be in two places at the same time" and she was right. It is not physically or mentally possible to "do it all"...and it is ok for you to stop trying - time is precious. Here are some tips to help you make the most of the your time: Plan Ahead. Such a simple concept, but … [Read more...]
The 2011 WIC Silent Auction was a huge success! This year the auction was held during the October general meeting at Quadrus Conference Center in Menlo Park. Silent auction items included jewelry, books, handmade pottery, gift baskets and much, much more. In total, 24 auction items were donated. As part of our WIC Gives Back program, WIC donated 10% of the proceeds from the silent auction to Second Harvest Food Bank. This money will help provide over 300 meals to families in the … [Read more...]
With the lazier days of summer coming to a close and the kids going back to school...it is time to kick it into gear for the last part of 2011. Getting back into a more structured routine can be difficult. Here are a few tips to help create a routine: Nightly Prep - Get your bag ready, print directions, lay out your clothes, charge your phone and find your keys the night before so that you are not rushed in the morning. Travel Time - Add 15 minutes buffer time for travel. Homework - Have … [Read more...]
Be honest…do you have business cards piling up on your desk? Are there lots of them? Those cards are not very helpful in pile on your desk, so let's get your cards organized and more useful! The first step is to sort through the business cards to get rid of the ones you don't need. When sorting, ask yourself these questions: * Do you remember who the person is? * Do you use their services? * Would you refer out their services? * Do you want to form a business relationship with … [Read more...]
"Americans discard 4 million tons of office paper every year - enough to build a 12-foot high wall of paper from New York to California." ~American Forest and Paper Association That statistic was one of the most shocking pieces of information I found in my research for writing my chapter in Get Organized Today. It is really quite amazing how much paper is used (and wasted) in our every day lives! Paper is one of those areas that people struggle with every day because paper and … [Read more...]
The recent devastation in Japan is a good reminder to all of us that we should be prepared in the event of an emergency. Because we did not have a disaster plan in our household or office, I decided to do some research to find out what we needed. I wanted to share my findings with you so that you can organize your own emergency plan: Disaster Kits - For a comprehensive list of items to be included in your kit to go the FEMA website. If you do not have the time to create your own kit, … [Read more...]
One of the biggest challenges to getting organized is, not knowing where to start. Big organizing projects like "organize my office" can feel overwhelming...even hopeless. Breaking down organizing projects into "bite-size" projects will help reduce those feelings of stress and overwhelm. When you focus on the smaller, more manageable tasks, it is easier to take that first step. Here are 10 small organizing project ideas to help you get started on your organizing mission: Clear off … [Read more...]
Believe it or not, Thanksgiving is right around the corner! It's time to step back from those busy schedules, clients, emails and businesses to focus on family and friends during the Thanksgiving holiday. Of course, this is easier said than done for many consultants and business owners, but important nonetheless. Preparing for Thanksgiving dinner doesn't have to be stressful or overwhelming. In fact, planning ahead and being organized can help reduce those feelings of stress. Here are … [Read more...]
