Buy Nothing Day!

Many people could benefit from a “National Buy Nothing Day”. In this day of EXCESS EVERYTHING, most of us could go through our cabinets and find many unused food items, clothing and cleaning supplies. In fact, many might get a chance to revisit old stored-away items just waiting to be discovered in the back of the cupboard!

The National Association of Professional Organizers in Michigan (NAPO-MI) wants to share some comments and questions they hear while helping clients get organized:

Professional Organizers Can Help With the Urge to Splurge!

Our organizers are often called into homes of clients who are suffering from the fallout of compulsive shopping. This habit is evident in the piles of shopping bags stuffed into every corner, and closets full of clothes with the tags still attached.

A recent study, published in the December, 2008 issue of the Journal of Consumer Research suggests that the number of compulsive shoppers/spenders is about 8.9% of the population, more than 25 million Americans.

The National Association of Professional Organizers in Michigan (NAPO-MI) would like to share some questions you can ask yourself if you think you may have a shopping problem.

ABCs of Business Insurance for Organizers

The National Association of Professional Organizers in Michigan (NAPO-MI) will host a program about business insurance on Thursday, November 18th, 2010 to help professional organizers determine the correct type of insurance coverage. This program will feature Sheri Keljo, an insurance agent with Total Insurance Services of Clarkston, MI.

Freshen the Fridge during Clean Out your Fridge Month!

Clean Out your Fridge Month is an exercise that perhaps should take place every month. The National Association of Professional Organizers, Southeast Michigan Chapter (NAPO-MI) wants to share some easy and effective steps you can take to maintain a healthy fridge, monitor and expel expired foods and keep an organized and sanitary home for your refrigerated food items.

1. Start by going through each shelf and storage area in your fridge and freezer. Throw out any item that has an expired date on it. Even unopened items that are expired should be eliminated. Make a list of the staple items that you will need to replace.

Is Your Hardwiring Costing You Business?

Is the way you relate to potential clients sabotaging your efforts to communicate effectively with them? In business, as in marriage, one needs to identify what the other party is really hearing. Lisa Mininni, President of Excellerate Associates, a business coaching firm in Canton, MI, spoke to the National Association of Professional Organizers in Michigan (NAPO-MI) on that topic at their October 21 meeting. Known nationally as a change expert, Mininni specializes in helping clients who want to find more customers and more revenue in less time.

Holiday Planning – Week by Week

Every year you vow to get your holiday cards and shopping done early, yet inevitably end up standing in long lines on December 24th again! Make this season more joyous by simplifying and putting an end to last minute madness! The National Association of Professional Organizers, Southeast Michigan Chapter (NAPO-MI) wants to share a Weekly Check List to help you complete your holiday planning before December 20th.

Is Your Hardwiring Costing You Business?

The National Association of Professional Organizers in Michigan (NAPO-MI) will host a program about “Is Your Hardwiring Costing You Business?” on Thursday, October 21, 2010 to help home-based business owners spot what his/her clients are really telling them. This program will feature Lisa Mininni, business coach and best-selling author of “Me, Myself and Why? The Secrets to Navigating Change”.

Statewide Organize & Recycle Presentation Series

The Michigan Recycling Coalition (MRC) and the National Association of Professional Organizers in Michigan (NAPO-MI) have created a statewide presentation series to increase awareness on the basics of getting organized and recycling at home. The goal of the series is to introduce a new presentation topic each quarter to educate Michigan residents and provide useful information, simple solutions, and guidance on how Michiganders can improve their quality of life while helping the environment.

NAPO-MI Announces a new Associate Member

The National Association of Professional Organizers, Southeast Michigan Chapter (NAPO-MI) is proud to announce and welcome Ben Handelsman of 1-800-Mini-Storage as its newest Associate Member.

Digital Age Estate Organizing Tips

We hear so much about the importance of creating a will or a trust, and financial and medical powers of attorney, but it is just as crucial that we inform our trusted designee where our important records can be found in case of our incapacity or passing. The National Association of Professional Organizers, Southeast Michigan Chapter (NAPO-MI) wants to share some tips to help you to manage your important papers and information in this information age.