Can you believe that we are coming to the end of 2019? Wow! Where has the year gone? As we come to the end of the year with the holidays and family get-togethers and gatherings, you want to make sure that you are staying organized. You don’t want to overwhelm yourselves or the family,...
Category: Productivity
Calendar 101 – How to Use Your Calendar
Many of us use smartphones or tablets to keep our appointment and meeting schedules with us at all times. Digital devices aren’t going anywhere, and there is no doubt about that. But don’t get rid of your wall calendar just yet. It might surprise you to know that most people don’t really know how...
5 Tips on How to Create an Inviting Outdoor Patio Space
Summer is here! Thank goodness, some might say including me. As I sit here on the back porch writing this blog to share with all of our readers, I want to share with you some tips on how to create an inviting outdoor patio. We bought this house 5 and a half years ago...
Gardening for Beginners | How to Grow Vegetables | Does Gardening Really Save Money
Have you been thinking about growing your own vegetables? Do you know how to grow vegetables? Does gardening really save you money? In this blog, we will help you answer these questions, and give you some tips for beginners to start a garden in your yard. Gardening for Beginners It’s not as hard...
Spring Cleaning | Yard Clean-Up | Gardening | Deck and Porch Cleaning
Spring cleaning isn’t just for indoors! Spring is a great time to take a step back an assess your yard. Whether it be the yard, the deck, or the garden, it might be a good idea to take a weekend and clean up your yard and get ready for summer get-togethers and BBQ’s. We...
How To Give Your Home A Rustic Theme | 5 Tips For A Rustic Theme
What do you think about when someone asks, “Do you like the rustic theme?” or “How to make your house rustic?” A rustic home decor provides the perfect combination of comforting, fuss-free design. A modern rustic decor has practical, functional decor, put together to create a warm interior. Natural materials work as the foundation...
Do Not Get to The End and Find You Did Not Realize Potential
While listening to Impact Theory by Tom Bilyeu, I heard something that resonated deeply today. What he described was something I had heard before from David Goggins also. Nine times out of ten, when I hear something more than once, it usually means there is something to it. For that reason, I wanted to...
Using the Pomodoro Technique to Create a Starters Mentality
Throughout January you’ve seen me posting organization articles leveraging a technique known as a pomodoro. I’ve had several people ask “what does that mean?” Today, I’ll outline what this technique is, how to use it, and why it works. What’s a Pomodoro? Quoting Wikipedia: “The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method developed by...
Make Sure to Schedule Time For Happiness
I started a new book this morning, Clockwork, by Mike Michalowicz. I’m only a few pages in but can already tell I’m going to enjoy his contributions to my own quest for personal development. The entire concept of the book is based around how we use our time from what I can tell and how to...
Never Miss Twice
I can’t take credit for the technique provided in this article, but I will say that I unequivocally agree with it. My inspiration for today’s post came from “missing” this weekend. I generally push to publish two articles per day. The first is an inspirational article with techniques to boost productivity, foster positive mindsets,...