The Organized Priorities Podcast

Did you know that April is financial literacy month? Financial Literacy Month's original goal was to spotlight financial education and the tools available to help us achieve our financial goals. It is also about teaching our kids how to make intelligent financial decisions. Financial Literacy Month is the perfect opportunity to think about how we manage our finances. While there are many things that you can do when it comes to diving into your finances, this podcast discusses a few quick things that you can do to improve your financial literacy this month. Links from this episode: For more tips on goal setting, check out this past blog on SWEAR Goals. Sign up for my email list to get new blog posts and our newsletter delivered to your inbox: http://eepurl.com/heM3Ij. ------------------------------------------------- If you need some help on your productivity and organization journey, you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This private Facebook group allows you to get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. If you want a regular dose of productivity, organization, and lifestyle tips? Check out and follow the Organized Priorities Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/organizedpriorities/. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2023/04/07/five-things-you-can-do-during-financial-literacy-month/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/organizedpriorities/support

Spring is in the air! And that means it's time for some Spring Cleaning. It's that time of year to prepare our homes for the beautiful weather. Check out my latest audio blog for an intro to Operation Spring Cleaning and Decluttering 2023. I'll bring you along while I do my cleaning…and I hope you can do some of your own. Want to join me? Use the comments below to share one of the first rooms you will tackle. You can also follow along on Instagram @organizedpriorities where I will share my progress throughout the month. Sign up for my email list to get new blog posts, and our newsletter delivered right to your inbox: http://eepurl.com/heM3Ij. ------------------------------------------------- If you need some help on your organization and productivity journey, you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This private Facebook group allows you to get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. If you want a regular dose of organization and lifestyle tips? Check out and follow the Organized Priorities Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/organizedpriorities/. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2023/03/09/operation-spring-cleaning-and-decluttering-2023/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/organizedpriorities/support

Decluttering paper piles is a problem for many of us! There is consistently an inflow of mail. There is the mail you need and the junk mail. Next, there are papers that kids bring home from school and the papers that come home from their activities and sports. Then there are the recipes you wrote down or tore from a magazine. Confirmations, receipts, and manuals, oh my! Let's face it, there is a lot of paper taking up space around our homes. Check out my latest audio blog for 5 steps to clearing your paper clutter. Tools needed to start your declutter: Trash Can and Recycling Bin Three Bins or Baskets Post-It Notes and a Pen or Sharpie Shredder (or a bin for items to shred) Optional – A timer ------------------------------------------------- If you need some help on your organization and productivity journey, you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This private Facebook group allows you to get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. If you want a regular dose of organization and lifestyle tips? Check out and follow the Organized Priorities Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/organizedpriorities/. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2023/03/01/decluttering-paper-piles/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/organizedpriorities/support

September is #selfcareawarenessmonth. Self-care is so important. It's about taking time to not just be in touch with your physical, mental, and emotional needs, but doing things each day to make sure you are nourishing those needs. Self-care is not selfish. Check out my latest audio blog for a September self-care challenge. This is a great way to make yourself the focus this month. Want to join the challenge? Use the comments below to share one of the items on your list. You can also follow along on Instagram @organizedpriorities where throughout the month I will share some of mine. ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help on your organization and productivity journey then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. If you want a regular dose of organization and lifestyle tips? Check out and follow the Organized Priorities Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/organizedpriorities/. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/09/01/september-self-care-challenge/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Back-to-school is here…whether we are ready for it or not! This time of year is a great time to start a weekly planning routine that keeps your whole family on track. Check out my latest audio blog for some ideas to get started. Links mentioned in the audio: Family Command Centers on Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/OrgPriorities/home-command-centers/ Other Back-to-School organization content from the Organized Priorities Blog: 5 Helpful Tips for Back to School Organization - https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/08/23/five-helpful-tips-for-back-to-school-organization/ Tips for Back to School Organization - https://organizedpriorities.com/2020/08/11/back-to-school-tips-1/ Setting up a Remote Learning Space - https://organizedpriorities.com/2020/08/18/back-to-school-tips-2/ Routines to Get Back to School - And Not Lose Your Mind! - https://organizedpriorities.com/2020/08/25/back-to-school-tips-4/ ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help on your organization and productivity journey then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. If you want a regular dose of organization and lifestyle tips? Check out and follow the Organized Priorities Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/organizedpriorities/. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/08/30/weekly-planning-for-a-great-school-year/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The start of school is here (at least in Colorado)! After the summer break it can be a relief to be back to a more “normal” schedule. However, back-to-school comes with the anxiety of keeping everything running smoothly. Doing things like setting up a homework space or creating a morning routine are two ways that can help you prepare for the start of the school year. Check out my latest audio blog for a few more tips to make the back-to-school transition more organized. Link to Back-to-School Organization ideas on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/OrgPriorities/back-to-school/ ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. If you want a regular dose of organization and lifestyle tips? Check out and follow the Organized Priorities Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/organizedpriorities/. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/08/23/five-helpful-tips-for-back-to-school-organization/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What does your morning routine look like? Do you have a plan that includes straightening up your room? The act of cleaning up your sleeping space has a great effect on your overall sense of well-being. This latest audio blog gives you five steps to creating a daily room cleaning routine. ------------------------------------------------- If you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. If you want a regular dose of organization and lifestyle tips? Check out and follow the Organized Priorities Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/organizedpriorities/. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/08/03/five-steps-to-a-daily-room-cleaning-routine/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Being at home with kids all summer can be both amazing and stressful at the same time. Getting organized and planning ahead is a great way to stay ahead of the boredom curve. This latest audio blog includes some ideas to help make your summer a little more organized. Oh, and if you have some more ideas please share them in the comments below. ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. If you want a regular dose of organization and lifestyle tips? Check out and follow the Organized Priorities Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/organizedpriorities/. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/06/23/getting-organized-for-summer-break/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Can watching Star Wars really teach you about organizing? Maybe! To celebrate Star Wars Day, and for the love of all things from a Galaxy Far Far Away…check out this fun post for some lessons about getting organized. Check out my latest audio blog - Everything I Learned About Organizing I Learned From Star Wars. And May the Fourth be with you! ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. If you want a regular dose of organization and lifestyle tips? Check out and follow the Organized Priorities Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/organizedpriorities/. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/05/04/everything-i-learned-about-organizing-i-learned-from-star-wars-2/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In the spirit of Earth Day (April 22nd), my latest post talks about some of the ways that we have made our house a little more Earth-friendly. Check out my latest audio blog for 3 Ways to Cut Down on Your Use of Paper and Plastic in your household. ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. If you want a regular dose of organization and lifestyle tips? Check out and follow the Organized Priorities Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/organizedpriorities/. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/04/19/3-ways-to-cut-down-your-use-of-paper-and-plastic/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Whether you have a home office where you work every day or a home office where you pay bills and run your household, having a well-organized space can be a natural boost to your productivity and help to reduce some stress. It's not always easy to find time to organize and declutter a space, and some may even feel paralyzed trying to figure out where to start. Check out my latest audio blog for 5 Tips to Quickly Organize Your Home Office. ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/03/08/5-tips-to-quickly-organize-your-home-office/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's no secret that being organized can help with your stress and anxiety levels. But how do you go about getting organized when you are already feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Check out my latest audio blog for some tips on getting organized when you are stressed. ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/03/03/how-to-get-and-stay-organized-when-you-are-stressed/ #declutter #organization #getorganized #organizedpriorities #stressrelief --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Did you know that it's National Secondhand Wardrobe Week? I am a big fan of giving new life to second-hand items, especially clothing. It always amazes me how easily I can find new and nearly new items at a fraction of the cost of buying them full retail. Another benefit I have found to seeking out secondhand items is being able to replace favorite items that may be worn out or damaged. This week gives us a great opportunity to check out the things in our own closets that may need a second life…or find ourselves some great secondhand items. Check out my latest audio blog for some tips on making this most of this week. ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/02/08/national-secondhand-wardrobe-week-2022/ #cleanyourcloset #secondhandwardrobeweek #organizing #productivity #decluttering --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This post contains recommendations to books that I have recommended in the past on my blog. Here are the links to those books on Goodreads: The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7015403-the-gifts-of-imperfection Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40121378-atomic-habits?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=1ZlmUjqjNv&rank=1 The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40121378-atomic-habits?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=1ZlmUjqjNv&rank=1 The Home Edit Life by Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51457329-the-home-edit-life?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=V01y0O9GyV&rank=1 ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post where you can also find links to purchases these books on Amazon: https://organizedpriorities.com/2022/01/25/organized-priorities-monthly-book-recommendation-recap/ These are not affiliated links and I receive no compensation for recommending these books. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

There is no better time to think about emergency preparedness! If you are like me, you watched in disbelief at the disaster that unfolded in NJ (my home state!) last night. This was after you probably agonized over the havoc that Hurricane Ida wreaked on Louisiana just a few days earlier. But, did it get you thinking about how prepared you are if a disaster strikes where you live? As timely as it may be, September is designated by @FEMA as National Preparedness Month. This is a great time to assess whether your home or business is ready in case of emergency or disaster. Links: National Preparedness Month info: https://www.ready.gov/september Tips on enabling emergency notifications on your smartphone: https://www.safety.com/news/how-to-turn-on-your-phones-emergency-alerts/ What to include in your Emergency Preparedness Kit: https://www.ready.gov/kit More information on creating your own Emergency Preparedness Plan: https://www.ready.gov/plan Downloadable Emergency Contact Template from Organized Priorities: https://organizedpriorities.com/resources/printables/ ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2021/09/02/are-you-prepared-in-case-of-emergency-heres-how-to-get-started/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

School shopping is a big part of starting the school year. With a little bit of prep, you can make the process a little less anxiety-inducing. Today's podcast focuses on four things you can do to make back-to-school shopping a little less painful. Links: For more tips to help get ready for back to school, check out my blog post on getting your home ready: https://organizedpriorities.com/2021/08/05/tips-to-get-your-home-ready-for-back-to-school/ ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2021/08/10/four-tips-for-painless-back-to-school-shopping/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The start of school is almost here, and let's face it, school has not been easy on anyone for the past year and a half. Parents and teachers alike may be feeling a little anxious about starting the 2021-22 school year. Setting up homework spaces and morning routines are just two ways that can help you prepare for the start of the school year. This blog focuses on ways to help you get your home ready for back-to-school. Links: Check out this Pinterest board for some great back-to-school tips and tricks - https://www.pinterest.com/OrgPriorities/back-to-school/ ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2021/08/05/tips-to-get-your-home-ready-for-back-to-school/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Having just got back from a road trip, I thought this was a great time to share some of the things that I do to make our road trips go as smoothly as possible. ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2021/07/20/plan-your-way-to-an-epic-road-trip/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today's post is a throwback to a popular post from last summer that deserved a revisit. Being at home with kids all summer can be both amazing and stressful at the same time. Planning ahead is a great way to stay ahead of the boredom curve. Check out the latest episode for some ideas to help make your summer a little more organized. Links: Pinterest idea for creating a summer bucket list: https://pin.it/6gcNQbn Rooster Money App (not sponsored...we just love it!): https://roostermoney.com/us/ ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2021/07/01/getting-organized-for-summer-with-kids-redux/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

If it is time to move beyond the traditional filing cabinet, this podcast will give you a few options. Here are some of the examples that I talk about in this podcast as well as any referenced links: Hanging file folder rack example by Smead. Desktop stand-up file bin from Target. A great article on Houzz that includes some great filing cabinet alternatives. Magazine file holder from Target. Upright tabbed file folders by Smead. A storage chest as a filing cabinet example from Marth Stewart. Note: We do not receive any compensation for these links. They are products we love and great examples to illustrate the points we are making in the podcast. ------------------------------------------------- If you find you need some help to get your home or office decluttered and paper-free then you can head over to my services page and use the links to schedule a consultation. Or, if you need some support and encouragement, I created the Organized Priorities Collective. This is a private Facebook group where you can get accountability, share your progress, and even ask questions. -------------------------------------------------- This episode is also available as a blog post: https://organizedpriorities.com/2021/04/13/is-it-time-to-break-up-with-your-filing-cabinet/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What do you do with old or unwanted furniture when it is no longer serving your needs? Today's episode talks about a few ways to deal with the furniture you no longer want. This episode is also available as a blog post at https://organizedpriorities.com/2021/04/22/recycling-upcycling-selling-and-buying-furniture/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app