Hi everybody
Good thing the beautiful weather is holding up, because I'm on a mission to get my fitness levels up.
There will be LOTS of walking on our upcoming holiday to the UK and I'm starting NOW. It's amazing what happens mentally once I strap on that pedometer – I go into COMPETITIVE mode ;)
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NEW WEBSITE
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I am SO PLEASED with my new website. Already, many of you (the Skypers) have emailed me.
Please go have a look at http://takechargesolutions.org and let me know what you think.
You'll notice that I'm a lot more focussed in my offerings and because of that, I'm having a … clear.ance sale (see below).
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7 THINGS YOU MUST DO TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
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If you haven't signed up yet for the f-r-e-e audio course, go here to sign up: http://tinyurl.com/2etlkp. These are short snippets of about 3 – 4 minutes each and will be delivered to you every second day.
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IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO BE A PROFESSIONAL ORGANISER
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Are you passionate about organising?
Do you want to turn your uber-organising skills into a business?
The PO group coaching programme started last week but you can still join in and get the MP3 downloads to catch up. This is the ONLY time this programme will be offered at this pri.ce - you have my word on it!
You can check out the details and reserve your place here:
http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
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CONQUER YOUR EMAIL
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Mark your calendars for Tuesday, 15 April. I'm doing a teleseminar called CONQUER YOUR EMAIL.
Bookings are open NOW because I will be restricting the call to only 10 participants so that everyone gets all their questions answered. The MP3 will be available within a few hours if you can't make the actual call time of 7PM South Africa time/ 1PM Eastern Standard Time (New York). Book your place now at http://tinyurl.com/2bncn2
This week's article lists a number of different ways to GET MOTIVATED and tackle areas we all commonly procrastinate on.
Enjoy the article!
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THIS WEEK'S ARTICLE
GETTING MOTIVATED TO ORGANISE YOUR HOME AND OFFICE
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This week, let's tackle some of those tasks around the home and office that we don't get around to doing.
I'm specifically choosing Quick and Easy ™ tasks so that you can build up some momentum and feel good about getting things done.
WHAT GETS YOU MOTIVATED?
Is it MUSIC? Then put on some 80's tunes to get yourself energised.
Is it COMPETITION? Then challenge yourself and see how many of the tasks you can accomplish in an hour.
Is it being ACCOUNTABLE? Then post a comment telling me what you're going to do and come back to tell me when it's done!
Is it SOCIAL INTERACTION? Then make a coffee date with a friend, but ONLY once you've done an hour's organising.
Is it reaching a GOAL? Then reward yourself once you've done all the tasks.
Right! So now that we know what motivates you, let's get to it!
IN THE HOME
1. Declutter and sort through all the old magazines. Tear out the articles and toss the rest.
2. Organise your launch pad – that place in your home where you DUMP things when you walk in the door.
3. Collect all the clothes you need to dry-clean, declutter or get mended.
4. Clear off the front of your fridge. Toss the magnets and recipes you're never going to use.
5. Throw away any old food in your fridge and freezer, and give the surfaces a good wipe down.
And now for some…
OFFICE ORGANISING
1. Do your filing.
2. Collect all the bills and invoices from around the home and schedule the payment dates in your planner.
3. Shred any junk mail with your name on it.
4. Organise your desk.
5. Delete 100 emails from your Inbox and Sent Items ;)
Whatever you manage to do, give yourself a pat on the back!
Have a wonderful week!
Love and (organising) success
Marcia Francois
P.S. Calling all professional organisers. Check out http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
P.P.S. Don't forget to check out the store at http://tinyurl.com/2bncn2
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MARCIA'S CLEA.RANCE S-A-L-E
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All the SELF-DEVELOPMENT products will be removed from the store within about 10 days.
So please go have a look at http://tinyurl.com/2bncn2 and get what you've been wanting now. Basically, anything NOT on the MAIN website will be removed.
AND…if you buy any 3 products (downloadable and/ or audio), I'll give you a f-r-e-e ECOURSE.
What's available?
- Dream Life Kit
- Self-confidence MP3 and workbook
- Awesome relationships MP3 and workbook
- 8 secrets to success
- Who am I? A guide to discovering yourself
- And much, much more
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WHERE IN THE WORLD IS MARCIA?
THURS 20 MARCH – 24 APRIL
How to become a professional organiser – Group coaching programme
SAT 29 MARCH
Christian Family Church – 7 things you must do to achieve your goals
SAT 12 APRIL
Business Organising Intensive – spend the morning with the Organising Queen herself ;)
Read more here http://tinyurl.com/2bncn2
TUES 15 APRIL
Teleseminar – Conquer your email
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Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
[Organise It] Clear out your closet!
Hi everybody
Brrrrrr - we're enjoying unseasonably cold and rainy weather here in Johannesburg. The electric blanket is back on the bed and I'm enjoying hot chocolate again.
Our readers in Cape Town, however, are enjoying beautiful warm weather with temperatures up to 32 degrees Celsius.
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7 THINGS YOU MUST DO TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
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Well, that Skypecast last week was crazy!
It started off well and then as the participants increased all the way up to 91 (!), it got so noisy that I had to stop the call and get people to skype me individually, which they did. Fortunately, it was right when I was doing the last of the 7 THINGS YOU MUST DO TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS ;)
So I'm going to do one more call - this one will be a hidden call so you'll have to register. Let me work on some dates and I'll get back to you.
In the meanwhile, I've put together a f-r-e-e audio series, one for each of the 7 tips. These are short snippets of about 3 – 4 minutes each and will be delivered to you every second day if you go here to sign up: http://tinyurl.com/2etlkp
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LAST CHANCE! HOW TO BE A PROFESSIONAL ORGANISER
=====================================
Are you passionate about organising?
Do you want to turn your uber-organising skills into a business?
The PO group coaching programme is just for you and starts on 20 March. This is the ONLY time this programme will be offered at this pri.ce - you have my word on it!
You can check it the details and reserve your place here:http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
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CONQUER YOUR EMAIL
========================
In the meantime, mark your calendar for Tuesday, 15 April. I want to give all of you a heads-up on a teleseminar I'm doing called CONQUER YOUR EMAIL.
Bookings are open NOW because I will be restricting the call to only 10 participants so that everyone gets all their questions answered. The MP3 will be available within a few hours if you can't make the actual call time of 7PM South Africa time/ 1PM Eastern Standard Time (New York).
Book your place now at http://tinyurl.com/2bncn2
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FEATURED PRODUCT
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HELP! I NEED MORE TIME
(a step-by-step guide for busy people who want to FINALLY take control of their lives)
Check it out here: http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
This e-book is only available for a limited time so get your copy now.
This is Clear Out Your Closet Week so this week's article talks about decluttering your clothes.
Enjoy the article!
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THIS WEEK'S ARTICLE
DECLUTTERING YOUR CLOTHES - easy as 1 2 3
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Wherever you are in the world, the seasons have changed and it's either warming up or cooling down. Whatever your situation, it's time to sort out your wardrobe.
Pareto's Principle states that 20% of your efforts result in 80% of your results.
Did you know that this principle also applies to your wardrobe? That's right - you only wear 20% of your clothes 80% of the time.
The aim of your wardrobe is to have clothes you love, that look good on you and that flatter your body shape.
Here's some tips:
• If you wore the fashion the first time around, you shouldn't be wearing it this time ;)
• Even if it still fits you, the styles and colours will have changed.
• Pleated and tapered pants are out for all body shapes. Aren't you glad?!
Now let's get busy purging and organising your clothes.
1. Put on some upbeat music and call a friend or professional organiser to help you.
2. Set aside an afternoon and remove everything from your wardrobe.
3. Make 3 piles:
== Clothes you don't love, don't suit your lifestyle or don't look good on you
== Clothes you love and that fit you properly
== Clothes that you're not sure about, for whatever reason
4. Action the piles
== Donate or throw out
== Organise in your wardrobe or on your shelves according to your personal preferences - by colour, style (smart, casual), etc.
== Move to another place in the house or to a storage container. Diarise a to look at again date (I think of this as a pending file for your clothes).
When you look at this pile again, fit everything on. You will then be able to look at the clothes unemotionally and decide whether they deserve to take up space in your wardrobe (you want to keep them) or whether they need to be donated.
I have my own pile from earlier this year, some of which I've already donated simply because I've already reached that unemotional state. The rest will be donated if they still don't look great on me.
Rather have half the amount of clothes and be able to wear everything than a full-to-overflowing wardrobe where you can only wear some items.
Happy Organising and have a wonderful Easter weekend!
Love and (organising) success
Marcia Francois
P.S Calling all professional organisers. Check out http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
P.P.S. Don't forget to check out "Help! I need more time" at http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
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WHERE IN THE WORLD IS MARCIA?
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WED 19 MARCH
Christian Family Church – Do this one thing and stand out from the crowd
THURS 20 MARCH – 24 APRIL
How to become a professional organiser – Group coaching programme
SAT 29 MARCH
Christian Family Church – 7 things you must do to achieve your goals
SAT 12 APRIL
Business Organising Intensive – spend the morning with the Organising Queen herself ;)
Read more here http://tinyurl.com/2bncn2
TUES 15 APRIL
Teleseminar – Conquer your email
==========================================
Brrrrrr - we're enjoying unseasonably cold and rainy weather here in Johannesburg. The electric blanket is back on the bed and I'm enjoying hot chocolate again.
Our readers in Cape Town, however, are enjoying beautiful warm weather with temperatures up to 32 degrees Celsius.
============================================
7 THINGS YOU MUST DO TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
============================================
Well, that Skypecast last week was crazy!
It started off well and then as the participants increased all the way up to 91 (!), it got so noisy that I had to stop the call and get people to skype me individually, which they did. Fortunately, it was right when I was doing the last of the 7 THINGS YOU MUST DO TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS ;)
So I'm going to do one more call - this one will be a hidden call so you'll have to register. Let me work on some dates and I'll get back to you.
In the meanwhile, I've put together a f-r-e-e audio series, one for each of the 7 tips. These are short snippets of about 3 – 4 minutes each and will be delivered to you every second day if you go here to sign up: http://tinyurl.com/2etlkp
=====================================
LAST CHANCE! HOW TO BE A PROFESSIONAL ORGANISER
=====================================
Are you passionate about organising?
Do you want to turn your uber-organising skills into a business?
The PO group coaching programme is just for you and starts on 20 March. This is the ONLY time this programme will be offered at this pri.ce - you have my word on it!
You can check it the details and reserve your place here:http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
========================
CONQUER YOUR EMAIL
========================
In the meantime, mark your calendar for Tuesday, 15 April. I want to give all of you a heads-up on a teleseminar I'm doing called CONQUER YOUR EMAIL.
Bookings are open NOW because I will be restricting the call to only 10 participants so that everyone gets all their questions answered. The MP3 will be available within a few hours if you can't make the actual call time of 7PM South Africa time/ 1PM Eastern Standard Time (New York).
Book your place now at http://tinyurl.com/2bncn2
========================
FEATURED PRODUCT
========================
HELP! I NEED MORE TIME
(a step-by-step guide for busy people who want to FINALLY take control of their lives)
Check it out here: http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
This e-book is only available for a limited time so get your copy now.
This is Clear Out Your Closet Week so this week's article talks about decluttering your clothes.
Enjoy the article!
================================================
THIS WEEK'S ARTICLE
DECLUTTERING YOUR CLOTHES - easy as 1 2 3
================================================
Wherever you are in the world, the seasons have changed and it's either warming up or cooling down. Whatever your situation, it's time to sort out your wardrobe.
Pareto's Principle states that 20% of your efforts result in 80% of your results.
Did you know that this principle also applies to your wardrobe? That's right - you only wear 20% of your clothes 80% of the time.
The aim of your wardrobe is to have clothes you love, that look good on you and that flatter your body shape.
Here's some tips:
• If you wore the fashion the first time around, you shouldn't be wearing it this time ;)
• Even if it still fits you, the styles and colours will have changed.
• Pleated and tapered pants are out for all body shapes. Aren't you glad?!
Now let's get busy purging and organising your clothes.
1. Put on some upbeat music and call a friend or professional organiser to help you.
2. Set aside an afternoon and remove everything from your wardrobe.
3. Make 3 piles:
== Clothes you don't love, don't suit your lifestyle or don't look good on you
== Clothes you love and that fit you properly
== Clothes that you're not sure about, for whatever reason
4. Action the piles
== Donate or throw out
== Organise in your wardrobe or on your shelves according to your personal preferences - by colour, style (smart, casual), etc.
== Move to another place in the house or to a storage container. Diarise a to look at again date (I think of this as a pending file for your clothes).
When you look at this pile again, fit everything on. You will then be able to look at the clothes unemotionally and decide whether they deserve to take up space in your wardrobe (you want to keep them) or whether they need to be donated.
I have my own pile from earlier this year, some of which I've already donated simply because I've already reached that unemotional state. The rest will be donated if they still don't look great on me.
Rather have half the amount of clothes and be able to wear everything than a full-to-overflowing wardrobe where you can only wear some items.
Happy Organising and have a wonderful Easter weekend!
Love and (organising) success
Marcia Francois
P.S Calling all professional organisers. Check out http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
P.P.S. Don't forget to check out "Help! I need more time" at http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
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WHERE IN THE WORLD IS MARCIA?
==========================================
WED 19 MARCH
Christian Family Church – Do this one thing and stand out from the crowd
THURS 20 MARCH – 24 APRIL
How to become a professional organiser – Group coaching programme
SAT 29 MARCH
Christian Family Church – 7 things you must do to achieve your goals
SAT 12 APRIL
Business Organising Intensive – spend the morning with the Organising Queen herself ;)
Read more here http://tinyurl.com/2bncn2
TUES 15 APRIL
Teleseminar – Conquer your email
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Tuesday, March 11, 2008
[Organise it] Organise your home office today
Hi everybody
I’ve had a FABULOUS week since I last wrote to you – new clients, lots of book sales ;) and a GREAT coaching call with my own coach.
I hope you’re also keeping track of YOUR business and personal successes. If not, here are the forms for download (I use these same ones every week):
http://takechargesolutions.org/bus.pdf
http://takechargesolutions.org/pers.pdf
One of my goals for the year is “3 speaking engagements every month” and after tomorrow night, I can cross another one off my to-do list ;)
SKYPECAST
Are you joining me tomorrow to hear the 7 THINGS YOU MUST DO TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?
I'd love you to be on the call. All you need is an internet connection and if you want to talk and ask questions, a microphone too ;)
*****IMPORTANT*****
I am bringing the call time in South Africa forward by ONE HOUR because of daylight savings time!!!
That’s 7PM South Africa time/ 1PM New York time (Eastern Standard Time)
Please check out the time on YOUR side of the world – this is the link to the World Clock site
http://tinyurl.com/35tk9l
You can read more and get your handout here, and I’ll “see” you on the call tomorrow!
http://tinyurl.com/yrmjd5
GIVE YOURSELVES A HAND ;)
I want to applaud you for stepping up and taking back your time. That really is awesome since we all know that successful people TAKE ACTION ;)
HELP! I Need More Time
(a step-by-step guide for busy people who want to FINALLY take control of their lives)
Check it out here: http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com
HOW TO BE A PROFESSIONAL ORGANISER - group coaching programme
Are you passionate about organising?
Do you want to turn your uber-organising skills into a business?
The PO group coaching programme is just for you and starts on 20 March. This is the ONLY time this programme will be offered at this pri.ce – you have my word on it!
You can check it the details and reserve your place here:
http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
I found out that yesterday was Organise your Home Office Day. Isn’t that fun?!
This week’s article is dedicated to organising YOUR home office. If you don’t have a home office, then apply the tips to your desk, okay?
Enjoy the article!
THIS WEEK'S ARTICLE
3 QUICK WAYS TO ORGANISE YOUR HOME OFFICE
It’s hard to be productive when your space is not only a mess, but also disorganised.
60% of people are visual (I am too!) so clutter and “stuff” strewn all over the place will just drive you up the wall!
Before we start, let’s get ready:
(a) put on some upbeat music (not slow love songs – fast music!)
(b) make sure you have a BIG wastepaper basket
(c) get another plastic basket for items that belong in another room
SO WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO?
1. BACK UP YOUR FILES
Do NOT open your email programme before you start or you’ll get sidetracked!
DO put a recurring reminder in Outlook to do this on a monthly basis, or sooner.
Remember last year when I lost EVERYTHING on my flash drive? It only translated to about 2 hours’ work because I’d backed up my computer a few weeks before that.
Now, while your computer is backing up…
2. CLEAN OFF YOUR DESK
You can do this in 30 seconds (that’s why you have the upbeat music). Yes, really. Play a game with yourself and say, “by the end of this song, my desk is going to be clean”. Works for me ;)
Put all items belonging in another room in the plastic basket. Don’t go to the actual room to put away – you’ll get sidetracked!
Throw any cooldrink cans, sweet papers, etc. in the wastepaper basket. Put all the little notes inside your desk notebook (you do have ONE desk notebook, don’t you?) and set to one side.
If you don’t use the item on a DAILY basis, it shouldn’t be on your desk. By the same token, if you use something every day, make a place for it within arm’s reach.
E.g. My headset for Skype calls is on a hook on the wall above my desk – near enough that I can just reach for it, but not taking up valuable real estate on the desk.
See? 30 seconds and you’re done!
I *do* know this is the Quick & Easy – if you want ALL the detail, check out 7 easy steps to organise your office at http://takechargesolutions.org/oyo.html
3. SORT OUT THE PAPER
Take out the desk notebook. I use a spiral-bound notebook with a lovely, bright yellow and lime-green cover because it makes me happy to write my notes in a beautiful notebook ;)
Write down all those bits and pieces – your internet provider’s helpline, website addresses, people to look up on Facebook, etc.
Throw away all the junk mail and paper you don’t need (and take it to your recycling bag later).
Put all the filing in ONE pile – you can do this in front of the TV later!
Now doesn’t that feel better? A nice, neat and organised office!
Did you know you can spend a half day with me in my own office on a Business Organising Intensive? I show you exactly how I set up my own business systems and we go through all the computer and email tricks you could possibly imagine. *email me if you're keen*
Be sure to set aside 5 minutes a day to keep your home office organised.
Have a productive week!
Love and (organising) success
Marcia Francois
P.S. Don't forget to check out "Help! I need more time" at http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
P.P.S Calling all wannabe professional organisers. Check out http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
P.P.P.S See you tomorrow on the Skypecast. Read more and get your handout at
http://tinyurl.com/yrmjd5
I’ve had a FABULOUS week since I last wrote to you – new clients, lots of book sales ;) and a GREAT coaching call with my own coach.
I hope you’re also keeping track of YOUR business and personal successes. If not, here are the forms for download (I use these same ones every week):
http://takechargesolutions.org/bus.pdf
http://takechargesolutions.org/pers.pdf
One of my goals for the year is “3 speaking engagements every month” and after tomorrow night, I can cross another one off my to-do list ;)
SKYPECAST
Are you joining me tomorrow to hear the 7 THINGS YOU MUST DO TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?
I'd love you to be on the call. All you need is an internet connection and if you want to talk and ask questions, a microphone too ;)
*****IMPORTANT*****
I am bringing the call time in South Africa forward by ONE HOUR because of daylight savings time!!!
That’s 7PM South Africa time/ 1PM New York time (Eastern Standard Time)
Please check out the time on YOUR side of the world – this is the link to the World Clock site
http://tinyurl.com/35tk9l
You can read more and get your handout here, and I’ll “see” you on the call tomorrow!
http://tinyurl.com/yrmjd5
GIVE YOURSELVES A HAND ;)
I want to applaud you for stepping up and taking back your time. That really is awesome since we all know that successful people TAKE ACTION ;)
HELP! I Need More Time
(a step-by-step guide for busy people who want to FINALLY take control of their lives)
Check it out here: http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com
HOW TO BE A PROFESSIONAL ORGANISER - group coaching programme
Are you passionate about organising?
Do you want to turn your uber-organising skills into a business?
The PO group coaching programme is just for you and starts on 20 March. This is the ONLY time this programme will be offered at this pri.ce – you have my word on it!
You can check it the details and reserve your place here:
http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
I found out that yesterday was Organise your Home Office Day. Isn’t that fun?!
This week’s article is dedicated to organising YOUR home office. If you don’t have a home office, then apply the tips to your desk, okay?
Enjoy the article!
THIS WEEK'S ARTICLE
3 QUICK WAYS TO ORGANISE YOUR HOME OFFICE
It’s hard to be productive when your space is not only a mess, but also disorganised.
60% of people are visual (I am too!) so clutter and “stuff” strewn all over the place will just drive you up the wall!
Before we start, let’s get ready:
(a) put on some upbeat music (not slow love songs – fast music!)
(b) make sure you have a BIG wastepaper basket
(c) get another plastic basket for items that belong in another room
SO WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO?
1. BACK UP YOUR FILES
Do NOT open your email programme before you start or you’ll get sidetracked!
DO put a recurring reminder in Outlook to do this on a monthly basis, or sooner.
Remember last year when I lost EVERYTHING on my flash drive? It only translated to about 2 hours’ work because I’d backed up my computer a few weeks before that.
Now, while your computer is backing up…
2. CLEAN OFF YOUR DESK
You can do this in 30 seconds (that’s why you have the upbeat music). Yes, really. Play a game with yourself and say, “by the end of this song, my desk is going to be clean”. Works for me ;)
Put all items belonging in another room in the plastic basket. Don’t go to the actual room to put away – you’ll get sidetracked!
Throw any cooldrink cans, sweet papers, etc. in the wastepaper basket. Put all the little notes inside your desk notebook (you do have ONE desk notebook, don’t you?) and set to one side.
If you don’t use the item on a DAILY basis, it shouldn’t be on your desk. By the same token, if you use something every day, make a place for it within arm’s reach.
E.g. My headset for Skype calls is on a hook on the wall above my desk – near enough that I can just reach for it, but not taking up valuable real estate on the desk.
See? 30 seconds and you’re done!
I *do* know this is the Quick & Easy – if you want ALL the detail, check out 7 easy steps to organise your office at http://takechargesolutions.org/oyo.html
3. SORT OUT THE PAPER
Take out the desk notebook. I use a spiral-bound notebook with a lovely, bright yellow and lime-green cover because it makes me happy to write my notes in a beautiful notebook ;)
Write down all those bits and pieces – your internet provider’s helpline, website addresses, people to look up on Facebook, etc.
Throw away all the junk mail and paper you don’t need (and take it to your recycling bag later).
Put all the filing in ONE pile – you can do this in front of the TV later!
Now doesn’t that feel better? A nice, neat and organised office!
Did you know you can spend a half day with me in my own office on a Business Organising Intensive? I show you exactly how I set up my own business systems and we go through all the computer and email tricks you could possibly imagine. *email me if you're keen*
Be sure to set aside 5 minutes a day to keep your home office organised.
Have a productive week!
Love and (organising) success
Marcia Francois
P.S. Don't forget to check out "Help! I need more time" at http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
P.P.S Calling all wannabe professional organisers. Check out http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
P.P.P.S See you tomorrow on the Skypecast. Read more and get your handout at
http://tinyurl.com/yrmjd5
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
[Organise it] The 5 minutes that will change your life
Hi everybody
I love the start of a new month – it’s like a lovely, fresh, blank piece of paper just waiting to be written on.
I exceeded many of my goals for February which always makes me happy ;) and I’m eager to do the same (or better) in March. One of my main goals is to get all the planning out of the way for our upcoming trip to the UK in May. Suzanne and I keep emailing each other our progress - we are going to have such fun!
So many people write to me saying, “I wish you lived here in ______ because I’d love you to come talk to my women’s group/ church group/ business group" and so ………
I have good – no, GREAT – news for you!
SKYPECASTS!!!
No matter where in the world you are, you can attend one of my talks. In fact, I’m hosting a Skypecast next Thursday 13th and I’d love you to be there. All you need is an internet connection! If you want to talk and ask questions, you’ll need a microphone too.
And best of all, you can sit in your pyjamas and paint your nails while you listen in ;)
Go here to read more and to get your handout
http://tinyurl.com/yrmjd5
HELP! I NEED MORE TIME
(a step-by-step guide for busy people who want to FINALLY take control of their lives)
Check it out here: http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
If you get "Help! I need more time", I'll throw in ANOTHER book, "How to set and achieve your goals", for f-r-e-e. But only until this Friday, 7 March.
Many of you have already taken me up on my offer so well done for taking action towards your goals!
By the way, you won't see this offer mentioned on the link above because it's only available to YOU, and not to the general public! Don't miss out.
HOW TO BE A PROFESSIONAL ORGANISER - group coaching programme
Are you passionate about organising?
Do you want to turn your uber-organising skills into a business?
The PO group coaching programme is just for you and starts on 20 March.
You can check it the details and reserve your place here:
http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
Finally, enjoy this week's article on the 5 minutes that will change your life.
THIS WEEK'S ARTICLE
THE 5 MINUTES THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE – REALLY!
How would you like to start every day off on the right foot?
Wouldn’t you like to feel a sense of excitement as you start your day?
You CAN if you do something for just 5 minutes a day.
This is not some crazy statement – it really is true. I promise ;)
If you spend 5 minutes every evening (or at the end of every day) planning the next day, your life will dramatically change.
SO WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO?
1. GRAB A NOTEBOOK OR MY EAT THE FROG FORM (http://takechargesolutions.org/downloads.html)
The point is to have something to capture your thoughts.
2. ASK YOURSELF ONE OF THESE IMPORTANT QUESTIONS
* Which 3 – 5 things, when accomplished, will move me towards my goals?
* What is the best use of my time tomorrow?
I expand much more on this subject in Help! I need more time at http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
3. THINK EFFECTIVE, NOT BUSY
Busy means you’re doing lots of things. Effective means you’re doing the RIGHT things.
E.g. Yesterday, after I downloaded email, I had two choices – keep BUSY by reading newsletters and replying to all my blog comments & personal emails, or be EFFECTIVE by responding to a journalist who wants to interview me, and write this newsletter.
Guess which I chose to do? ;)
4. NOW WRITE DOWN NO MORE THAN 6 TASKS
Mary Kay, one of the world’s most successful businesswomen, said that the secret of her success was to only tackle 6 tasks a day. If it’s good enough for her, it’s good enough for me ;)
I actually showed a client my own planner a few weeks ago. When I think I’m Superwoman and put down more than 6 tasks, I never get them all done. But when I put 5 or 6 tasks on my list, I get them all done.
Did you know you can spend a half day with me in my own office on an Organising Intensive? I show you exactly how I set up my own business systems and we go through all the computer and email tricks you could possibly imagine. *email me if you’re keen*
5. NUMBER THEM IN ORDER OF PRIORITY
Only now (in step 5) do you number them. Don’t try and number them before you get them down – you might get stuck in analysis paralysis ;)
You’ll hit the ground running the next day when you start on number 1 and move through your list until you complete number 6.
Now you can relax and enjoy your evening.
Have a productive week!
Love and (organising) success
Marcia Francois
P.S. Don't forget to check out "Help! I need more time" at http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
P.P.S. If you know someone who would enjoy this article, please invite them to subscribe so that they don't miss out on future articles ;) thanks so much :)
P.P.P.S Will I “see” you on the Skypecast?
I love the start of a new month – it’s like a lovely, fresh, blank piece of paper just waiting to be written on.
I exceeded many of my goals for February which always makes me happy ;) and I’m eager to do the same (or better) in March. One of my main goals is to get all the planning out of the way for our upcoming trip to the UK in May. Suzanne and I keep emailing each other our progress - we are going to have such fun!
So many people write to me saying, “I wish you lived here in ______ because I’d love you to come talk to my women’s group/ church group/ business group" and so ………
I have good – no, GREAT – news for you!
SKYPECASTS!!!
No matter where in the world you are, you can attend one of my talks. In fact, I’m hosting a Skypecast next Thursday 13th and I’d love you to be there. All you need is an internet connection! If you want to talk and ask questions, you’ll need a microphone too.
And best of all, you can sit in your pyjamas and paint your nails while you listen in ;)
Go here to read more and to get your handout
http://tinyurl.com/yrmjd5
HELP! I NEED MORE TIME
(a step-by-step guide for busy people who want to FINALLY take control of their lives)
Check it out here: http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
If you get "Help! I need more time", I'll throw in ANOTHER book, "How to set and achieve your goals", for f-r-e-e. But only until this Friday, 7 March.
Many of you have already taken me up on my offer so well done for taking action towards your goals!
By the way, you won't see this offer mentioned on the link above because it's only available to YOU, and not to the general public! Don't miss out.
HOW TO BE A PROFESSIONAL ORGANISER - group coaching programme
Are you passionate about organising?
Do you want to turn your uber-organising skills into a business?
The PO group coaching programme is just for you and starts on 20 March.
You can check it the details and reserve your place here:
http://tinyurl.com/2gzulg
Finally, enjoy this week's article on the 5 minutes that will change your life.
THIS WEEK'S ARTICLE
THE 5 MINUTES THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE – REALLY!
How would you like to start every day off on the right foot?
Wouldn’t you like to feel a sense of excitement as you start your day?
You CAN if you do something for just 5 minutes a day.
This is not some crazy statement – it really is true. I promise ;)
If you spend 5 minutes every evening (or at the end of every day) planning the next day, your life will dramatically change.
SO WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO?
1. GRAB A NOTEBOOK OR MY EAT THE FROG FORM (http://takechargesolutions.org/downloads.html)
The point is to have something to capture your thoughts.
2. ASK YOURSELF ONE OF THESE IMPORTANT QUESTIONS
* Which 3 – 5 things, when accomplished, will move me towards my goals?
* What is the best use of my time tomorrow?
I expand much more on this subject in Help! I need more time at http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
3. THINK EFFECTIVE, NOT BUSY
Busy means you’re doing lots of things. Effective means you’re doing the RIGHT things.
E.g. Yesterday, after I downloaded email, I had two choices – keep BUSY by reading newsletters and replying to all my blog comments & personal emails, or be EFFECTIVE by responding to a journalist who wants to interview me, and write this newsletter.
Guess which I chose to do? ;)
4. NOW WRITE DOWN NO MORE THAN 6 TASKS
Mary Kay, one of the world’s most successful businesswomen, said that the secret of her success was to only tackle 6 tasks a day. If it’s good enough for her, it’s good enough for me ;)
I actually showed a client my own planner a few weeks ago. When I think I’m Superwoman and put down more than 6 tasks, I never get them all done. But when I put 5 or 6 tasks on my list, I get them all done.
Did you know you can spend a half day with me in my own office on an Organising Intensive? I show you exactly how I set up my own business systems and we go through all the computer and email tricks you could possibly imagine. *email me if you’re keen*
5. NUMBER THEM IN ORDER OF PRIORITY
Only now (in step 5) do you number them. Don’t try and number them before you get them down – you might get stuck in analysis paralysis ;)
You’ll hit the ground running the next day when you start on number 1 and move through your list until you complete number 6.
Now you can relax and enjoy your evening.
Have a productive week!
Love and (organising) success
Marcia Francois
P.S. Don't forget to check out "Help! I need more time" at http://helpineedmoretime.blogspot.com/
P.P.S. If you know someone who would enjoy this article, please invite them to subscribe so that they don't miss out on future articles ;) thanks so much :)
P.P.P.S Will I “see” you on the Skypecast?
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