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By Megan Golightly | Read time: 4 min

For anyone who wants the short version, here it is:

1.     Break tasks down. Goblin.tools can help with this.
2.     Set a 15-minute timer and clean one small area.
3.     Use colorful sticky notes to remind yourself of tasks.
4.     Do the most critical task first.
5.     Progress over perfection.
6.     Another person’s presence can...

By Megan Golightly | Read time: 2 min

Do you ever feel like you’re drowning in clutter but can’t find the time to get organized? The 20/10 method might just be the solution you need. The idea of tackling a disorganized house can be so overwhelming that it’s hard to know where to start. As things pile up, the clutter grows, making it tough to find anything and even tougher to stay motivated. If this sounds like your struggle, the 20/10 method is perfect for you.

An organized...

By Megan Golightly | Read time: 2 min

Is your drop zone already an area of frustration? Summer is here, and with it comes the delightful chaos of kids coming and going, bringing with them an array of items from swimsuits to sports gear. As a professional organizer, I've seen firsthand the transformation that a well-designed drop zone can bring to a household. A drop zone is a dedicated area where kids can drop their belongings as they enter the house, keeping the rest of your home...

Food Storage

See below for step-by-step details on how to declutter your food storage today!

Pots and Pans

These can add up and multiply over the years. These quick steps can help you go through and declutter what you're not using:

• Pull out all your pots and pans

• Match lids with pots

• Place a pot or pan on each burner. Notice how many extra you have.

• Ask yourself the three questions (Do I like it? Do I use it? Would I buy it again if it broke?)

• Donate...