One of my favorite moments is when a client says, “But Laura, you don’t understand. I’m creative, so I can’t be organized. You’re not creative like I am, and that’s why you’re organized.” I get to break it to them, that I am creative. I sing, I dance, I act, I like to build things, …
My 1st Whole House Clean Out
When I started organizing, each client project, reminded me of fleeting moments, almost forgotten, that had been part of the path to CRUX. For a while, I was sure my 1st whole house clean out – my aunt’s home, during my senior prom weekend – was my 1st. It was surely the first one I …
When is DIY Organizing or Productivity above your paygrade? …and the permission to admit it.
A friend recently posted on social media about a comment made on her business Facebook page. My friend is a very talented artist and takes rocks from their natural state to works of fine art (see above). This poster had tagged their friend and said “ [Name of Friend] You can do this.” In that …
Hiring CRUX for Myself
Life changes. Good changes. Bad changes. In-between changes. With these changes physical and intangible systems, that might have worked before, can falter. I encountered this recently upon moving to a new home. My laundry system was failing, and my clothing was consistently clean, but still in the clean basket when my partner needed it for …
Task vs. Project
One of my favorite things to discuss with clients is the concept of task vs. project. There are so many things that we do in our daily life that we view as tasks, but are really projects. Is it one step? It’s a task. Is it more than one step? It’s a project. No wonder …
My Thoughts on The KonMari Method aka The Life-Changing Magic of One Size Does Not Fit All
I read books. A lot of books. It’s a habit I formed at a young age. One additional habit is that if I start a book, I WILL finish it. Even if I don’t like it, or don’t agree with the information included. My sentiments are that this book might change my life and if …
“Let’s start at the very beginning. A very good place to start.”
Julie Andrews once sang, “Let’s start at the very beginning.” She continues, “A very good place to start. When you read you begin with ABC. When you sing you begin with Do, Re, Mi”. I often think of this song when working with a client for the first time. As we survey their space …
Organization & Productivity While Traveling : High Impact Tips for Maximum ROI
Written By Laura Kavinski,Organizing & Productivity Consultant; Owner at Crux Organizing – Problem Solver + Customer Service Wizard, NAPO Member since 2011www.cruxorganizing.com Editor’s note: Some of the information in this post was previously seen in a Thrive.com article. Unfortunately not all of it was appropriately credited to Laura Kavinski, whose words and ideas were a major contribution …