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Jamie Martin

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Saying NO and Setting Boundaries

Many of my clients have one common theme underlying their disorganization: they are over committed! They have a difficult time setting boundaries with those around them.

Holiday Guide

Too Many Gifts

Many are concerned over how will they handle the massive quantities of material gifts given while still being appreciative. Strategies & alternative gift ideas provided!

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Mine, Mine, Mine! - Helping Kids Reduce Toy Clutter

How can you get your kids to let go of toys or other items they don't seem to be using anymore or have outgrown? Get the kids involved, make it fun! 10 tips and organizing before and after photos

I'm Drowning in Paper! - Paper Organization, Step #1

The first step in getting paper clutter under control is to reduce the amount of paper that makes it inside. Easy mail sorting process, pictures, product recs

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Getting Ready for School - How to Use a School Checklist

Do your kids seem to take an eternity to get ready for school in the morning? Yes, mine too! I suggest trying a checklist of the expected morning routine.

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Back-to-School: Let the Clutter Begin!

Back to school brings clutter. The clutter wants to live by the front door, back door and in the kitchen! Tips on how to organize a closet or hallway. Photos included

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Closet Organizing - Lessons Learned

Do you think that because a closet is located by the bathroom that it must be used as a linen closet? Not necessarily.

How to Set Up a Recurring Event or Task - Outlook and Google

Learn how to use Outlook and Google to set up recurring appointments and tasks. Find out if you should be setting up an appointment or task. "How to video" included.

How to Organize the Garage

When you clear the garage clutter and get organized, you and your kids can get the bikes out AND you can park your cars in the garage. Garage organizing tips and photos

The Problem with Closet Organizing

Do you have a "closet organizing system" that is one long shelf and one hanging bar? I hardly call this a closet system! Get closet organizing tips!

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