Productivity & Planning

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The 25 habits of a highly organised person

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The 25 habits of a highly organised person

We all know someone in our lives who is super-organised - they never miss a deadline, they are always on top of tasks, they don't seem frazzled by life's unexpected events. So, what can we learn from these people with organised habits? Instead of being envious or thinking you could never be that way, it's important to remember that organised people didn't magically become that way. They have turned a variety of tools and systems in their lives into daily habits, which then allows them to approach their day with greater efficiency, productivity and focus. 

The great news is that it means anyone can become organised! It's just about incorporating 1 or 2 new routines into your week and sticking at them until they become a habit and natural part of your everyday routine. Let's have a look at the 25 habits of a highly organised person. 
 

8 simple steps to planning your week to achieve your goals

8 simple steps to planning your week to achieve your goals

Have you heard yourself saying 'I just don't have enough time' or 'I wish I had more time' more often than you'd like to admit? I know I have! There just never seems to be enough hours in the day for all the things we want to achieve in the different facets of our busy lives, and having a list of tasks and to-do's constantly swirling around your head is overwhelming. 

If you don't have a plan for how you're going to tackle them, you'll either be confused about which tasks are the real priorities and spend all your time on the little jobs that are not that important, or you'll get totally overwhelmed and do nothing. A simple weekly planning and scheduling session will help you to use your time more effectively, be more productive and achieve your goals. Want to join me?

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How to stay on top of organisation during times of change

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How to stay on top of organisation during times of change

Any change to your normal routine can really throw a curveball at how you approach your day and can wreak havoc on your attempts to maintain a state of 'organised calm' in your life. Sometimes even the smallest change in circumstances requires some sort of adjustment to your routine. 

But it's those significant life events that make the biggest impact, such as moving house, marriage, divorce, having children, children moving out, working from home, a new job, downsizing, renovating, illness or loss of a loved one. Without a doubt, these events will impact on how your home organisation, whether you had great systems set up beforehand or not. 

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Where and how to find extra storage in your home

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Where and how to find extra storage in your home

Trying to find extra storage space in your home can be tricky, so thinking outside the box about the 'hiding' places in each space of the house is key. This includes the back of the door, a narrow space, double-duty drawers, floating shelves, hanging baskets, under-shelf storage, ottomans and utilizing every inch of vertical wall space. Let's take a look at the different rooms of the house to see where and how it's possible to find that extra storage space.

80 things you can purge to declutter your home

80 things you can purge to declutter your home

Consider this statement: The less stuff you own, the more clean and clutter-free your house becomes. Makes sense right? Decluttering and organising is all about freeing up space to gain a more relaxed, clean and easy flow in your home. It is also amazing to discover how a clutter-free space can give you a more positive mindset and productive approach towards each day. A good purge and declutter will not only provide you with a more calm and clear approach to your day-to-day life, it will also leave your home feeling more open and with a more pleasant atmosphere.

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32 creative ideas for displaying your child's artwork

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32 creative ideas for displaying your child's artwork

If you have children, you may also have an overflow of lovely artwork gathering in piles around the house - we've all been there and I've only recently fixed the problem in my daughter's bedroom with this cute art display. If you're looking for some ways to display your child's masterpieces, you're in the right place because I've rounded-up 32 beautiful and creative ideas to get you inspired. Some would be super-simple to whip up, while others would require a bit more effort. Deciding on a display for your child's artwork really comes down to space, organisation and time. I'd love to hear in the comments which one of these is your favourite that you might try in your own home!