Simplicity News November 2007 EZezine


 
 



Simplicity News November 2007

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In This Issue:

  • Radio Show Recap
  • Blog Articles Summary and Links



Radio Show Recap
 

I am pleased to report that my weekly radio show, Organization Nation is going strong and I just LOVE doing it! Thank you for your support and for calling in with your questions each week!

Plus, I have guest experts nearly every week, so be sure to tune in for great ideas, inspiration and tips! And, if YOU have an idea for a radio show topic, I'd love to hear it!

Recent topics I've covered:

Organizing Your Medical Records
"Power of Focus": Jason Osborn of the FEED Granola Co.
Organizing Your Homeschooler for College
Organizing Meal Planning and Grocery Shopping

Check out these shows online and tune in live next Tuesday at noon Eastern Time and if you have a question for me feel welcome to call toll-free at 1-866-356-0789.


Blog Articles Recap

Click on any of the headlines below to read the full article. It's free and no signup is required.

Quote of the Week: Sloooooow Down

Researchers Developing a Clutter-O-Meter
MSNBC featured an article that discusses the possibility of researchers developing a clutter-o-meter to help quantify degrees of disorganization.

Radio: Organizing Your Homeowners Coverages
I interview Terry Keeling, long time insurance agent and expert about some of the important things every homeowner needs to know when buying homeowner's insurance. Are you adequately covered in the case that something bad should happen to your home? Listen and find out!

Quote of the Week: Work Ethic

Five Kinds of Paper You Should Definitely Keep
Liz Pulliam Weston wrote a terrific article about paper retention and in it, she outlines the five kinds of paper you must keep. Even if you're organized, I bet these are things even you never thought of!

The Check-Out Line: Shelf Shark Review
I reviewed the Shelf Shark, which is an inexpensive organizing product available at Office Depot. It's designed to help you organize and store books, magazines, and other things you keep on shelves. Check it out.

Quote of the Week: Fostering Growth

Radio: Jason Osborn, Co-Creator of FEED Granola
This "Power of Focus" show was with Jason Osborn, the co-creator of the FEED Granola Company. He and his business partner, Jason Wright are former models who created a healthy snack for themselves and their friends and it grew into a legitimate company! Hear how Jason and Jason manage to stay on top of everything and run a successful company without being stressed out. 

Vicky and Jen Tackle Paper Clutter
I'm featured on Vicky and Jen's podcast, What Really Matters, and our topic is one that everyone deals with. PAPER. Ugh. Listen and learn paper management strategies for your own life.

Radio: Laura Udall, Creator of the ZUCA Bag
This week's Power of Focus show talk with Laura Udall, busy mom and entrepreneur about how she came up with the idea for the ZUCA Bag and how she balances running a company with having a family life. Listen in to learn Laura's secrets to success.

Quote of the Week: See The Good

Time Management Makes For Friendly Skies
Whether you travel for business, pleasure or both, this blog post will show you how the teeniest bit of advanced planning can make your travel experience easier, smoother, and a whole lot more fun.

Quote of the Week: Determination

Well, that's the meat of it for October, 2007! Click on whatever articles above that interest you and don't be shy about leaving your comments there on the blog. It's free and there is no "account sign-up" required! Or if you prefer, you can see all posts for October by clicking here.


 Monica Ricci is an Organizing Expert, Speaker and Author of the book Organize Your Office In No Time. She is the founder of Catalyst Organizing, LLC, an Atlanta based company. You can see Monica on the popular HGTV show, MISSION:Organization and listen to her weekly radio show, Organization Nation online Tuesdays at noon Eastern Time..

For media interviews, appearances, product endorsements, or to schedule Monica to speak to your conference, employees, or association, contact her at 770-569-2642 or by email.

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