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The Professional Organizer's Think Tank podcast is for any professional organizer who wants to start or grow their professional organization business. CEO & founder of Organize 365, Lisa Woodruff, shares how she started her business as a professional organizer in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Are you overwhelmed and don't know where to start with your home organizing? You are not alone. Tune in to discover simple and realistic solutions for how to get MORE organized. Topics cover everything from home to health to family to time prioritization. Our lives are messy, but they can be managed. Morgan Tyree, a professional organizer (chaos calmer), writer (list lover), and fitness instructor (exercise enthusiast), runs her own personal organizing + design business in Colorado. She is a ...
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Looking to declutter, simplify, and organize your family? Want to do more of what you love with who you love? Join professional organizer and mom-of-2 Christy Lingo for weekly chats featuring tips to organize and simplify your home and family paired with a delicious cocktail recipe.
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Hoarding Specialist and Extreme Cleaner Rachel Seavey discusses how to help yourself when you are overwhelmed with clutter. Rachel is the owner of Collector Care Professional Organizers located in the San Francisco bay area. Rachel and her team have been featured on the CBS Sunday morning show, The Hoarders show, and the Lady Brain Show. This podcast features organizing tips and hacks as well as true stories from within the trenches. Learn how to tame your clutter so that you can gain contro ...
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Parenthood is challenging enough as it is, and getting organized sounds easier said than done. Now, combine these 2 together and it’s truly a balancing act that many of us struggle with day in day out. If you’re here, it ’s because you want to know how to get your life and home more organized and structured where the kids are involved too - so that parent-life can be a little easier and focused on what truly matters. The Parenting Guide: Organizing Habits Made Easy was created because parent ...
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Inspiration and motivation to help simplify your home, time, to-dos, health, relationships, and emotional well-being. Since 2001, CarlaRae has been a Professional Home Organizer and Life Coach helping families and individuals clear the chaos and clutter from their lives. She launched this podcast to help bring even more people the freedom of simplicity. Each episode gives you practical tips and resources that you can implement today to find balance in your everyday life to become happier and ...
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In this episode of 'Parenting Guide Organizing Habits Made Easy,' Dianne shares personal insights and stories to illustrate the importance of involving children in home responsibilities. The discussion reveals how teaching kids organizational skills and responsibilities not only eases the parental load but also prepares them for future self-suffici…
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In this episode, I interview Kathy Bowers, an experienced parenting and life coach with over 20 years of expertise in social care and children's services. Bowers shares her journey from being a nursery nurse to becoming a family support worker, then transitioning to a performance coach, and finally founding her life coaching practice. The discussio…
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Myquillyn Smith joins me today and we talk all about her new book, House Rules. This was my favorite interview I've ever done. If you know who Myquillyn is, you know what I mean. She is authentic and down to earth, and teaches you how to love your home. We discuss her tips and tricks for decorating your home and what her new book, House Rules offer…
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Do you know The Nester? Aka - Myquillyn Smith - the home decor girl that keeps it real! You do not want to miss my interview with her which is the next episode (#120). This episode is a short intro and I'll share one of Myquillyn's rules with you from her new book, House Rules - she has 100 of them. Myquillyn is the New York Times and Wall Street J…
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In this episode (a re-release) I chat with fellow Professional Organizer Dalys Macon who serves her clients in the Washington DC area. Dalys specializes in closet organization (and all other spaces in the home) and she has great tips for how to be more purposeful – specifically with your clothing and styling. Her tips and tricks will help you reall…
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Monica Leed and I chat in this episode (a re-release because it was SO good). Monica has a design background in the fast-paced film industry. She spent over ten years cultivating curiosity in the art of efficient space design, time management, and the power of organizational systems. Then in 2011, life threw her an unexpected curveball that reminde…
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In this episode of the Parenting Guide Organizing Habits Made Easy Podcast, Dianne Jimenez shares her personal journey of adjusting to life after her mother moves in with her family due to a flooding incident at her mother's condo. Recording from her car while waiting for her kids, Dianne offers insights into the challenges and solutions that helpe…
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Hey Collectors! Have you ever wondered if your distressed home can be bought as is? Can you just leave the THINGS you don't want, and ALL of the repairs that need to be made, and walk away with a check? These are the exact questions I ask Laurel Sagen from Laurel Buys Houses! Tune in to learn if this is an option for you. Laurel also shares informa…
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The only way to get organized and stay organized is to commit to the reset! What's a reset? It's when you take the extra minute(s) to put things back and keep things in place. It is critical to practice resetting. When you get home from shopping allow time to reset. When you move from room to room, put things away where they go. A system will only …
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Hey Collectors! On this weeks podcast I interviewed Rachel Arbuckle with 2000PACES and learned so much about organizing photos. This is definitely one of my favorite podcasts I have recorded. My note page was full of notes I was writing while recording. I am SO motivated to get my own photos in order! Most of us have stacks of loose photos, thumb d…
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Sarah Bragg (Podcaster, Author, Communicator) hops on the podcast today to chat all about her new book, Is Everyone Happier Than Me? Sarah is an amazing communicator! She encourages you to sit where you are and ask yourself the tough questions. I SO appreciate her authenticity and curiosity. If you pre-order or order her book (releasing March 19th,…
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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month which seems like the perfect time to share with you our cancer journey. My husband, David was diagnosed in July of 2021 and thankfully just passed his two year mark of his “wait and watch” program. We shared more about his story on these episodes – Episode #11, Episode #12. If you have any history of cance…
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David my best friend since 1993 joins me for part two of our discussion on how to organize as a couple. We share our five tips: communication, individual spaces, boundaries, blending styles, and strategies. We encourage you and your partner to take on the attitude of being a "good roommate." Organizing together and setting up your home works better…
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David (my partner in crime) joins me today on the podcast. This is a two part chat where we share how we have worked to blend our two organizing styles and honor each other in the process. In this first part we talk about how we were raised and how we prefer to set up our spaces. David has joined me before on the podcast Episode #11 and Episode #12…
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In today's podcast we explore the challenges faced by parents in keeping their homes clean when they have kids. I discuss various strategies and tips for handling the mess made by kids. From dealing with spills and stains to organizing toys and maintaining cleanliness, the episode provides practical advice and insights to help parents maintain a cl…
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Hey Collectors! On this episode I ask expert Madison Gunn from Absolute Trust Counsel several questions about estate planning and wills. This is a follow up to the last few episodes where we discuss preparing for death. This episode includes incapacitation which is a state I hadn't considered before recording this. What happens if you get in a car …
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In today’s episode I share all about what I learned and re-learned in 2023. And how my takeaways from last year have helped me to better redefine what I value and prioritize. From my reflections and experiences I came up with the principle – Have What You Value & Value What You Have. Isn’t that what it should be all about? But don’t we often value …
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In this episode, Dianne discusses with guest speakers Ron Swan and Debbie St-Martin from Centre Famille, Home to the SNAP Program, about overcoming parenting challenges, managing the behavior of children, effectively communicating within a family, and establishing organization and structure at home. They explore the importance of empathy and unders…
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Happy NY and happy '24! Do you start the year with extra motivation? Or do you feel overwhelmed? Maybe a little of both? I get it. Me too! I am hoping this year is your best year yet. The year where you feel the most at peace. I'm here to help you on your journey. One step at a time. The podcast episodes are now going to be releasing weekly - cue t…
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Hey Collectors, Continuing on with our theme of legacies, what we leave behind and getting our affairs in orders comes this podcast. While a bit grim, I need you to listen with intent. Your stuff will probably out live you. What do I mean by that? I mean by the rate at which items decompose - your stuff - will probably out live you. So what's the s…
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The episode covers topics like being on autopilot, doing too much all the time, and having a lot of unfinished projects. I also emphasize the importance of slowing down, delegating tasks, and specific instructions for family members. The episode concludes with a call to action to download a cheat sheet on getting kids to help and tidy up at home. X…
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Hey Collectors! Embracing discomfort is critical to getting your home in order. While you are de-cluttering you will experience all sorts of discomfort and emotions and you have to learn how to push past them to create the organized life you desire. Tune in, while I cover several methods on how to embrace your discomfort - instead of running from i…
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Are your kids too busy to help around the house? Welcome to another episode of Parenting Guide: Organizing Habits Made Easy podcast! In this episode, I discuss the challenges parents face when their kids are too busy to help out. I also explore the reasons behind this issue and provide practical solutions for parents. In this podcast, I dive deep i…
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Hey Collectors! Join me on another unscripted podcast on the go! This topic is a bit heavy but I need you to listen to it. Shame is something we all carry around and it is suffocating us. Shame can weigh you down and paralyze you. I understand this. Take some time and do this exercise with me. Lighten up your life load. The less shame you carry aro…
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Hey Collectors - happy new year!! Are you looking for a practical way to tackle your clutter? Do you want to get organized, but don't know where to start? On this episode, I share a six step plan to help you get organized. It requires focus, and for you to take massive action. Are you ready to finally live the life you deserve?! Tune in!…
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In this special 50th episode, I discuss an effective approach to goal setting for the new year, 2024. This episode is inspired by a social media post focusing on setting specific, achievable goals based around a single, manageable action or habit. I also share my personal goals and the practical steps I plan to take to achieve them. The strategies …
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Hey Collectors, Time is such a precious thing. We only have a limited amount. Its something you cannot hoard. What would happen if you suddenly died today? Who would be left going through your belongings? What would they find? How would they feel? Would they be able to find your most precious items? This episode invites you to start getting your af…
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In this episode, I talk about enjoying the holiday season in a unique and fun way, focusing on activities we don't usually do. I share a list of five fun activities that don’t always involve the kids. The episode also touches on finding balance in busy schedules and remembering to appreciate the small joys amidst the chaos of the holiday season. Ho…
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Today, we're delving into the challenges that resonate with every parent in the trenches – the holiday hustle, strikes, and the constant threat of illness. 🌟 Exploring Current Challenges with Compassion Beyond the decorations and festivities, we're acknowledging the stress many of us are struggling with. From navigating the complexities of holidays…
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The Hoardganize podcast is back!!! After taking some personal time off, I am now back, and ready to go! Most episodes will be on the fly, some will have video and some will not. Make sure you are subscribed so you don't miss a thing! It is about to get real y'all. I will be presenting my most authentic non filtered self. Happy Holidays and make sur…
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In this episode I give you my 3 strategies I use when teaching my kids (and any kid when I'm in the position of teaching :) ) the importance of teamwork in handling household responsibilities. These are my main go-to strategies as they are effective for instilling the values of teamwork in children. Hope you enjoy this episode and get 1-2 takeaways…
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In this episode, I provides 4 essential steps to make laundry day easier and more efficient; thus helping you to tackle the overwhelm of this never ending task. Hope you enjoy this episode! XO - Dianne 𝙋.𝙎. 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘬𝘪𝘥𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘥, 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘥𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵? Send me your answer by DM on Instagram or on …
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Listen to the third and final episode of a series where I interview my kids. Hear their perspective and thoughts when it comes to their involvement in maintaining the house, find out when they're more resistant to doing chores, what this all means for them in the future, and so much more! In this episode, it's my oldest kid's turn on the mic. Find …
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In this episode I talk about tips and strategies to help you stay healthy during the cold season. These are strategies that we practice at home, what my friends do, as well as a pretty cool way of looking at how we wash our hands. Are we actually doing it thoroughly? Hope you enjoy this quick episode my friend! More to come each week - XO - Dianne …
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In this episode I talk about this crazy period in the parenthood journey and that's Back To School. Back to school isn't just a one day event. This is actually the starting off point of when things start to change dramatically for everyone, not just the kids. As our schedules fill up, things need to be taken care of on top of all the things LIFE is…
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This is the second episode of a series of 3 where I have an honest conversation with my 9 year-old about : helping around the house what they'd do (better) if they were the parents, and what's it like being kid the 3rd kid Chore charts And so much more! AS parents it's important for us to maintain expectations and responsibilities within the househ…
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In this episode I'm sharing five questions you can ask yourself when it comes to Organizing Your Home (this is the book I reference and recommend). These questions pertain to your home, but they can also be applied to your time, energy or schedule. Anything you want to manage better or more intentionally. Dream: What do you want your space to look …
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It's all about Keeping it Simple. I'm sharing how to embrace and pivot within our different life seasons. In this episode I share three principles: keep it simple, keep it working, and keep pivoting/adjusting. If you'd like to dive into this topic more you may enjoy reading my book - Take Back Your Time As I mentioned in the episode, I'd LOVE to ha…
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In special episode I ask my daughter a few questions about chores from having to do them to their importance in her life; To what she doesn't like doing and prefers; To discovering what she finds challenging and annoying to learning about her solutions when things don't have homes, plus so much more. This episode may confirm what your kids are alre…
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Do you often say: ‘Oh, I’ll just do it myself, it’s easier' or 'It’ll get done properly if I do it’ when it comes to maintaining your home? You're not alone. Let's face it, the way they do things isn't the same way we do them nor the way we taught them how to do it. It can cause frustrations sometimes and the temptation to just redo the whole thing…
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This episode is very different from anything I’ve released before because I’m taking you behind the scenes of what’s been going for me as a mom of kids in different schools, a wife partnering up with her husband for a special project we hope will help MANY families out there, being a CEO of our home, and the impact this all has on entrepreneur life…
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Managing your household tasks can be a lot on your mental health and well-being - especialyl if it falls on 1 person most of the time. As busy parents, we tend to truck through the every day grind on top of all our other obligations such as work, taking care of the kids and trying to squeeze in time for our own projects and passions. But WHAT IF, w…
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This episode takes you through the 4 key criteria to have in a conversation with your partner to minimize their resistance relating to any decluttering or organizing project. I discuss setting clear goals all while considering everyone's feelings, thoughts and mindset. I hope this helps you with your organizing journey. Enjoy and let me know what y…
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If you've been wondering how to get organized or where to start, have a listen to this episode where I give you my top organizing solutions that I use personally as well as with my clients, to help you get organized right away. In this episode I'll give you tips and ideas, as well as a look behind the scenes of how I apply them at my house. I also …
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In this episode go behind the scenes with me in how we established good winding down habits for our kids starting from our humble beginnings as new parents to where we are today. The road wasn't always smooth, we're still working through the challenges today and implementing key components helps take a load off - literally! I'm hoping you get some …
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There are many reasons why kids don't want to do their chores. But there might be some that we wouldn't even think about or consider. In this episode I invite you to look from within as I share some reasons why kids don't always want to do chores, how to motivate and help them do their tasks. Enjoy! 𝙋.𝙎. When it comes to getting organized and getti…
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Ever head to the store, forget to bring your bags in the car or at home then only to buy more bags to add to your growing collection? This quick episode is about: Gaining awareness with the amount of shopping we actually have, How to strategically place them so it's hard to forget them, and Provide a way to reduce the excess bags that doesn't invol…
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This episode discusses strategies for successful parenting and couple hood, in the context of home organizing, teachable life skills, communication, and time management. It references Marie Condo's “Joy of Tidying” Netflix series, Jordan Peterson's theories about argumentative relationships, and the idea of anchoring oneself in difficult times as a…
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