Why is this task or project not getting done?

clutterconversions — Thu, 27 May 2010 13:38:30 +0000

Most of us have a task or project we want to do but keep putting it off. If you are a business, it may be that you want to organize your desk, files or storage area. If your project is at home, you may be putting off painting a room, cleaning out the garage or planting a garden.
Below are a few reasons that may be stopping you from getting the task or project completed.

Do not know where to start – generally start with the area that is closest to you on your right and work yourself around the space.

Overwhelmed – break it down into smaller tasks. Use timers to help you work for short periods of time.

No Plan – answer these questions: what items are needed, who do I need to help me, how much money do I need, what tools is needed and how much time can I spend on it? Once you have answered these questions, mark it on your calendar to do it.

Do not know how to do the project – research the project or ask a professional for assistance or guidance.

What to do with items no longer needed – before you begin, figure out how you are going to deal with the trash, where are you going to take donations or how are you going to get items back to the original owners? Again, you can research local nonprofit organizations or ask a professional.

Fear – I may not do it perfectly or I may fail to finish or meet someone’s approval. There is no such thing as perfection! If you follow the plan, you will finish. Finally, your approval is all that matters. What matters most is that you are happy with the process and end results

Once you have all these questions answered and a written plan, your stress will be decreased and beginning, implementing and completing your task or project will be a huge success!

January is “GO” Month

clutterconversions — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 13:44:55 +0000

January is “GO” Month

“Getting organized is one of the top New Year’s resolutions people make, and with 4,300 NAPO members ready and available to assist, it is easier than most people think,” said NAPO President Laura Leist. “NAPO members have helped people put order to their lives during this month-long event by offering solutions for getting organized and hosting events nationwide. This year it’s time to take action and Get Organized!”

During Get Organized Month, NAPO’s chapters and members will hold public events offering de-cluttering tips and filing methods throughout the country. Some events include reuse-and-recycle programs, organizing services, shred-a-thons, seminars, school outreaches and contests. Programming will take place in local libraries, bookstores and community centers nationwide.

According to a recent survey conducted on behalf of NAPO, respondents agree—getting organized is definitely a necessity. Of those polled, 71 percent said their quality of life would improve if they were better organized.

65 percent described their home as at least moderately disorganized.
27 percent said disorder keeps them from being effective at work.

I have teamed up with Jim Maust, owner of Venture Builders and Deb Mitchell, owner of The Design Group of Harrisonburg to de-clutter and organize three areas for The Valley Mission located at 1513 W. Beverley Street, Staunton, VA. For further information about the Valley Mission, visit www.valleymission.net The event will take place on Friday and Saturday, January 22^nd and 23^rd.

We are in need of monetary and product donations. You can donate any amount of money you feel is comfortable or any of the following items:

***12 sheets of 3/4″plywood or OSB Board

***2 sheets of 1/2″ plywood or OSB Board

***Clear plastic bins/tubs, shoe box to large 5 gallon size

***(4) Label maker tapes – Brother P-Touch 12mm 1/2″ laminated white split back

***White wire shelving – 12 or 16′ x 16″ and brackets

The Valley Missions’ Public Relations Coordinator, Wendy Shiflett, states that “by building and installing shelving units and reorganizing donations, these storage rooms will become better organized, helping us to make better use of donations received, and more accurately target our donation requests.”

If you or your business would like to donate money or products to assist with this project please contact Wendy Shiflett at (540) 886-4673 or wendyshiflett@valleymission.net or Kathryn McMillan at 540-294-1523 or clutterconversions@yahoo.com.

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Why is this task or project not getting done?

January is “GO” Month