This October 31, watch your kids as they instinctively use the S.T.E.P.S of the Major Mom Method™ to organize their Halloween treats. The Major Mom Method™ uses five simple steps to complete any organizing project. S.T.E.P.S. is an acronym that stands for Sort, Treasure, Establish Homes/Systems, Plan Your Containers, and Start New Habits.
Read MoreThink being a professional organizer means your house is always tidy and your life runs like clockwork? Today we're busting some of the top myth-conceptions people have about professional organizers.
Read MoreVirtual organizing is similar to a traditional organizing session; however, instead of meeting face-to-face, organizer and client work together via mobile device or webcam. Clients fitting the profile for virtual organizing are those with some organizing skills who are simply stuck on a project, or need professional guidance to repurpose a specific space in their home or office.
Read MoreAlmost every business has some kind of loyalty program or gift card to offer, but keeping track of all those cards can be a hassle. The Major Mom Method™ can be applied to anything needing organization, even a small category of items, such as loyalty and gift cards.
Read MoreIt would be so convenient if all mothers and daughters were born with the “organizing gene”. The reality is, only 10% of humans are born with the innate ability to create systems and maintain them. You know if you were born with the “organizing gene” because you tell stories of how you organized your brothers and sisters closets as well as mom’s kitchen drawers… at age 6! If you find yourself itching to organize a friend’s pantry or help them with their office, you know you have the “organizing gene”. However, the “organizing gene” is not the same gene as the “cleaning gene”. For example, I came out of the womb craving order and systems in my life. I love decluttering, creating systems and maintaining order. I do not like cleaning! I do it reluctantly. I have some friends and family members that clean like there is no tomorrow, but they can never find anything because they use a plethora of stash and dash boxes that get shoved in closets, under beds and the basement.
Read MoreDid you know that 25% of people with 2-car garages do not park any cars in them because there is no room? Only 32% of people can get one car in their 2-car garage! (U.S. Dept. of Energy) Wouldn’t it feel amazing to pull into your garage and love what you see?
Read MoreHave you ever bought a card for a friend or loved one with the best intention of sending it to them for a special occasion? Then months (or years!) later you find that special card. You think to yourself, "If only I were more organized...." Well, you're in luck! Major Mom has ideas on organizing greeting cards so you do not forget those important occasions or miss opportunities to send those spur of the moment cards.
Read MoreNo doubt the place you leave and the place you are going will not be exactly the same. This means that you will need to put some careful thought into the moving process. You may not feel as though you have the time to spare, but relocating in a chaotic way can negatively impact you and your family in four major ways.
Read MoreWith a new school year fast approaching, now is a perfect time to get your family’s drop zone in order. A drop zone is the place in your home where coats, backpacks, shoes and homework are picked up and dropped off each day.
Read MoreReady to take on the garage to get the car in before winter or get school supplies in order? Feeling overwhelmed? Major Mom is here to help.
Read MoreFor many of us the thought of living in a studio apartment, the approximate equivalent of 400 sq ft of space is simply ridiculous! Impossible! Out of the question! For others, including myself, it is simply home.
Read MoreAnyone who has heard a Major Mom presentation has heard that one of the best ways to have a clutter-free home is to "Stop the incoming." But what exactly does "Stop the incoming!" mean and how do you do it?
Read MoreThere are three aspects to consider when looking for the causes of clutter: technical errors, external realities, and psychological obstacles.
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