Money & Finance
Jun
For many people, reducing debt is the first step toward a sound financial future.
And one of the best ways to reduce debt is to get organized and create a debt-repayment plan – which is exactly what we’ll do in the next 30 minutes.
Remember: you only need 30 minutes for the basic mission. Extended Options are below. If you’re new, you might like to start here -> 52 [...]
Sep
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I’m making 12 fresh starts in 12 life areas over 12 days.
I don’t expect to succeed at everything, but I want to give a bunch of things a try. Join me!
Day 1: Personal Development
My Day 1 Fresh Start was to raise my weights in Body Pump class for biceps and shoulders.
Report:
✔ Have stuck with the higher weights. Each class it gets easier.
Day 2: Health & Fitness
My Day 2 Fresh [...]
Jul
What do the financial folders in your home filing system look like? More accounts than you need or can handle?
If your accounts are in disorder, it makes it hard to feel on track with your financial goals. So this week we’re going to streamline your credit cards, bank accounts and investments accounts. It’s a great way to raise your financial self esteem.
Remember: you only need 30 minutes for the basic [...]
Jul
Getting organized improves your ability to achieve most goals by helping you to be more strategic and resourceful. And that’s certainly the case when it comes to saving money. Here are 7 ways you can save money by being a little more organized.
1. Work your closet. Ideas to try: * Look for fresh ways to combine items already in your closet. * Instead of buying new clothes, look for a belt, bag, jacket or shoes to bring a new-season look…
May
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Welcome to the fourth of our 52 Get Organized Missions.
You can find the previous organizing missions here.
This week’s task involves a mindset shift.
Our aim is to raise the barrier for accepting into your life a source of mental and physical clutter for many people – the ‘freebie’.
Your challenge this week is to spend your 30 [...]
May
UPDATE: You can now get your weekly organizing mission delivered direct to your inbox. Learn More
Welcome to the third of our 52 Organizing Missions.
If you’ve completed the previous two missions (Get Organized Mission #1: Fill a Hu-u-uge Trash Bag and Get Organized Mission #2: Detox Your Briefcase/Tote/Bag), congratulations!
Keep up the momentum with this week’s task, which helps you get your finances sorted.
This is one of those high-payoff projects. It takes [...]
The 12 Days of New Year’s Resolutions
This is Day 9 of The 12 Days of New Year’s Resolutions for Better Personal Organization
I’m spending 12 days posting ideas for new year’s resolutions you might like to choose for yourself. Each day focuses on a different life area.
Remember: go for progress, not perfection.
Following is an edited extract from the introduction to Module 9: Money & Finance in Get Organized Wizard [...]
Dec
We all know times are tough – at least compared to the recent past.
Let’s be honest, though. For most of us computer-addicted, latte-sipping, iPhone-using Chicken-Littles, the impact of the falling firmament is not as dramatic as the lamenting and sighing and woe-is-me-ing would suggest.
But how do we keep perspective when everyone around us is crying cataclysm?
Get Organized for Recession-Proof Happiness: Using Humor to Change your Perspective
When I’m in [...]
Dec
Millionaire Mommy Next Door has tracked down a veritable overflow (I know it’s not a collective noun, but I like the alliteration) of online calculators. They’ll help you ponder all kinds of financial scenarios, such as:
How does my salary compare with others in my profession?
Should I pay ahead on my mortgage or invest the money instead?
How can I pay off my debt faster?
How much do I have to save [...]
It’s one thing to splurge on fabulous shoes, a new iPhone or a scrummy bottle of wine.
But it’s just plain dumb to waste your money on penalty charges or excess interest because you were late paying a bill. All it takes is a little organization and a shred of planning, and you can save your dollars to squander in ways that really matter to you. That’s what I do!
Here [...]
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