Creating your family team takes consistent systems and routines. Team building includes the family meeting where the assignments of “who is doing what” become reality. Today a client shared with me what works for her familiy. It is a system called “I did my chores.” My client assigns chores with points for each of her 4 children. Two kids working together each earn points too! Full instructions include various rewards for points earned, such as staying up 30 minutes late, dessert and more. Why does it work? The kids love it and the parents consistently reinforce this.
What works for your family routines? Email me so we can share it!
Just when you are getting ready for a trip is when to be most organized. Yes, there are Targets in every major city. But why spent time there when we are on vacation? Take time to make a list for what you need. Have a travel cosmetic bag ready all the time including beauty duplicates and get ready 3 days in advance, so that those last minute forget- me- nots get included in your stuff! If getting ready in advance is a challenge, get your suitcase out one week ahead of time and drop one category of items in each day. This way everything can be dropped in and then evaluate what you really need the day before you leave. Bon voyage and really enjoy the holiday!
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Posted in Travel by Ellen, May 26, 2009 10:18 am Comments Off
Beat the clock, last minute – it is, just one more email or phone call to answer. Do you find that time is the ultimate tool for your sense of accomplishment? Does it feel better to get this one last thing done rather than be on time for an appointment? Give yourself a gift of time! Arrive 15 minutes early with a little something to read or do. It is a gift only you can give yourself! And it will be most cherished!
In starting this blog, I want to continue to make a difference for my clients and be a resource for our community. I am passionate about empowering people, motivating them to live their best lives, and affirming their strengths!
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams, live the life you’ve imagined! Henry David Thoreau. This is what organizing does for our lives! We have confidence to pursue what is most important and powerful. We spend our time with people and enriching experiences. Organizing provides the backdrop for empowering you.
