In Defense of The Piler
I was recently in a conversation where someone tried to convince someone else that piles were bad, and papers should always be filed. Somehow, this person thought being a Piler or a Filer, the Filer is the only “right” choice. I stepped in, protecting the honor of the...
Clever Girl’s Guide to Living with Less, Now Available!
The New Book from Kathy Vines: “Clever Girl’s Guide to Living with Less: Break Free from Your Stuff, Even When Your Head and Heart Get in the Way” is now available on Amazon in Paperback and Kindle. I’m writing to share that my first...
Binge-Watching: Problem or Productivity Tool?
Confession: I’m a binge-watcher of TV shows. Not all shows, and not all the time, but still… I binge. My husband can’t stand to, so I do it on my own. If I am really excited about a show, I can sit and watch hours and hours of it over a day or two. I...
Focusing on the Important-But-Not-Urgent (or “where have I been for 3 months?”)
Remember me? It’s been three months since I’ve written a blog post. Those who are in the Clever Girl Organizing Challenge have been getting posts from me every week, but the rest of you? I’m afraid you haven’t heard from me in awhile unless...
It’s February 1st. How about a Do-over on that Resolution?
According to a survey from StatisticBrain, 58% of New Years Resolutions make it to today. That number drops to 44% on July 1. So, where are YOU in that mix? I’m proposing a do-over to those of you whose motivation and determination trickled away, or to those of...
Happy New Year!
I just wanted to take a moment to thank all of Clever Girl Nation for such a great 2016, and wish you a wonderful 2017! I loved the activity of the 2016 Clever Girl Organizing Challenge that started last January, and so many of you joined in again in the...
5 Mistakes You’re Making With Your To-Do List
It shouldn’t surprise you that a Professional Organizer is going to tell you that one of the secrets to getting and staying organized is in creating lists. It’s not rocket surgery. We’re all overwhelmed (and aging) and it’s just harder to...
Get Ready: 2017 Clever Girl Organizing Challenge!
As the end of 2016 nears, we’re all a bit overwhelmed, aren’t we? And we’re looking around our homes and saying, “Ugh! I have to get this place more organized! Next year! That’s the year I conquer clutter and chaos, once and for...
How Organization and Productivity Can Help You If You’re Feeling Knocked Down
There are a lot of people who are struggling with the outcome of the Presidential Election this week. I can’t tell you how many conversations I had the day after Election Day about people focusing on organizing their home, or thinking about decluttering or even...
Let’s Get Prepared! Day 30 – What Have You Accomplished, and What is Left to Do?
Day 30 of the Let’s Get Prepared! Challenge, and it is our wrap-up post! Twenty-one posts this month were designed to help you make improvements in your home and your readiness for disasters and emergencies. From planning to preparing to dealing with...
Let’s Get Prepared! Day 29 – Life Skills for Self-Sufficiency
Day 29 of the Let’s Get Prepared! Challenge has us rounding out our skills lists. We’ve already discussed health and safety, and food and water. Today, we are focusing on how to be resourceful and be handy as you maintain your home. Be...Kathy Vines
Certified Professional Organizer,®
Productivity Consultant
Based in Melrose, MA.
Clever Girl Organizing® works with clients in their homes or offices to transform their space and systems, minimize stress, and maximize efficiency, productivity, and serenity! Her superpower is helping people untangle their relationship to their stuff!
