Getting things done! Isn’t that every-single-one’s basic thought for this year, for every year? It certainly is mine! Getting Things Done is more than just a dream or a nagging phrase, it is actually a method which enables these goals be achieved. David Allen has structured this process in his book by the same name… Continue reading Getting Things Done
Category: Time Management
Finding my Way through the Tide
I actually remembered an old article I had written years and years ago for a magazine called Time and Tide wait for No one - and then I also recollected another article, Prioritising Spells Success. Both these were aimed at people looking for motivation and time to get your home organised. The fact that you… Continue reading Finding my Way through the Tide
An Introduction to Decluttering – Recognising Hurdles
Hey, my loves! Here is the next podcast of the Decluttering Series. We are often faced with resistance on the way and here is a list of commonly faced hurdles and recognising them for what they are! Until you recognise those, you will not be able to move forward plus it always feels good to… Continue reading An Introduction to Decluttering – Recognising Hurdles
Stretching your Day
You want to know how to find time to declutter in addition to cleaning the house when your day is already packed with activities. You are right to say there are only 24 hours in a day that will never change. Whatever you do has to be done within those given 24 hours, which means… Continue reading Stretching your Day
The Block System
Hey my loves! Ever since we started our morning and evening routines together, I keep getting asked these questions: What time should I start my routine? How long should it take? And my standard response is: it's completely up to you! Honestly, there is no right or wrong answer, I promise. But then the follow… Continue reading The Block System
Evening Routine
Hey my loves! Don’t forget to check out The Functional Friday Tip on The FB Group - not a member yet? No problem, simply click on the link to get motivated and connected with likeminded people to get your home organised. Having worked on your Morning Routine for the whole week, it is definitely time… Continue reading Evening Routine
Morning Routine
A good morning routine is the foundation of a well managed home. It is excellent for starting your day off on the right foot. Just like your own personal morning routine of showering, skin care, eating breakfast and taking your supplements prepares you for the rest of the day ahead, similarly the morning home routine… Continue reading Morning Routine
Blocking off your Time
When I say to some of my clients that they need to do their laundry on Saturday, I certainly do not mean that you do not do any laundry during the week (unless you live alone but then you will not be seeking my services would you?). I recommend dividing the day into blocks of… Continue reading Blocking off your Time
Bless us as we do our Daily Chores
Please remember that not everything needs to be done everyday. We cook everyday and do a load of laundry daily. It is something like your personal hygiene regime. Although we have a monthly facial and a bi-monthly manicure, does that mean we do not need to shower daily? It's the same thing! We do a… Continue reading Bless us as we do our Daily Chores
Planning a Schedule
There are a number of things that we do at home which we jumble into a hop-scotch of errands and chores. I always use the example of an Asian household as I cater mostly for Asians and Expats who are living in this country with the privilege of a helper(s). It is no longer acceptable… Continue reading Planning a Schedule
