Organize 365 Podcast

Discover how to transform those fleeting moments of free time, dubbed "time confetti," into structured time blocks for greater efficiency. Learn why many resist this approach and how school schedules can serve as an effective model. Explore the three essential housework blocks of cleaning, laundry, and food preparation, and find out how consolidating tasks can save time. Uncover the concept of planned neglect, and hear strategies for outsourcing chores when necessary. Embrace a new mindset to revolutionize your time management!

Join a lively discussion on getting organized and boosting productivity. Discover how to tackle overwhelming piles and embrace a more structured life. An exciting webinar invitation is extended, promising valuable insights and strategies for planning your year. Don’t worry if you can’t attend live—there’s a replay option! Tune in to get motivated and take actionable steps towards a more purposeful existence.

This episode dives into the transformative power of proactive planning for a calm, purpose-driven life. With significant changes on the horizon, including a new grandchild, the host shares strategies for integrating health and household goals into her routine. Discover her plans for daily dishwashing, scheduling gym time, and automating housework with a robot vacuum. She also explores healthier meal choices and rethinking technology usage to support her wellness journey. Get inspired to thoughtfully shape your new year!

Kick off the New Year by turning resolutions into action plans! Discover how to tackle clutter and keep your mind clear with the innovative Sunday Basket. Lisa explains the importance of writing down thoughts on index cards to quiet the mental chaos. Learn about productivity hacks, like using timers and machines to your advantage. The podcast connects mindfulness with organization, showing how offloading tasks makes room for the present. Plus, see how the Sunday Basket is like Spanx for your kitchen counters—tidy yet functional!

You made it! All the holiday stuff is done. It's the day after Christmas and you are finally coming up for air. You finally have a minute to think about what you need on this bonus day as your family is entertained with their new stuff. Well I have a couple of treats for you. I know on Black Friday, you were shopping for others. But now, now that you can think about what you'd like…You'd like to upgrade your DIY Sunday Basket®. You are in luck because when you get the Sunday Basket®, now till the end of the year, you will also get a portable Sunday Basket®! That's a $75 value just for getting a system that will keep your actionable papers safe. We are in this never ending rat race and now that we made it through the holidays, it's almost the new year and another thing after that. You need a system to keep everything straight and in a place you can find them. And if you already have the Sunday Basket® and value the system, you may be ready to commit to implementing a system in your house to optimize the people in it and the phase of life you are in. And right now, you'll get Planning Day added on for free. You won't get the workbook in time but good news…the replay is available for 6 weeks. You may be on the fence about joining because of the price or the time commitment. But think about if your spouse wanted to get in shape. Would you find room in your budget to pay for a gym membership or improve their work out clothes? If they wanted to further their education would you find funds to pay for it and allow them time for their studies? You would do it fo them, now it's time to do it for you! I know sometimes we feel like we should inherently know how to organize a home but we just don't. The course will support you in learning this system and you will be even more supported by the community inside the app. I know, you just want your home to run effortlessly. You just want to know where the stuff is when you need it. Join the Productive Home Solution and set your intention for 2026. And then I want to invite you to join me on Monday December 29th for a webinar where I will be sharing the science behind why the Sunday Basket® and The Productive Home Solution works. What is going on in our brains as we get organized? Tune in as I explain the science! Option 1: Free Portable Sunday Basket® when you purchase the Complete Sunday Basket® Option 2: Free Planning Day when you join The Productive Home Solution Option 3: Treat yourself to both foundational systems! EPISODE RESOURCES: CustomerService@organize365.com New Year New You Enrollment Guide Join the Webinar: 3 science packed habits for effortless self-control and goal attainment in 2026 Sign Up for the Organize 365® Newsletter Did you enjoy this episode? Please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Share this episode with a friend and be sure to tag Organize 365® when you share on social media.

As we transition into the new year, the focus is on intentional preparations for upcoming changes. A small shift in wardrobe can powerfully reflect personal transformations, like embracing a fitness-focused lifestyle. Exploration of natural versus intentional transitions highlights how preparation can lead to consistent goal achievement. By adjusting our environment—be it clothes, food, or workspace—we reinforce new habits and identities. Small upgrades, such as a reusable water bottle, are emphasized as steps toward cementing healthier choices.

As the holiday rush approaches, discover proactive sanity-saving tips to help you thrive. Learn how to create event go bags for quick organization, and set up designated spaces for returns and donations to simplify your life. Stock your kitchen like a café to handle nonstop demands and prepare for a two-week grocery haul to minimize trips. Engage your kids in decluttering and crafts to keep them busy. Tackle practical errands like buying stamps and filling gas tanks to avoid last-minute chaos!

In this discussion, Sarah Hart Unger, a dedicated planner and author of "Best Laid Plans," shares her insights on navigating the chaos of modern life. She tackles the overwhelm caused by multiple closed systems and offers effective strategies to manage cognitive load. Sarah emphasizes the importance of treating planning as scheduled work and introduces long-range planning techniques tied to family milestones. Her practical tips on time blocking, managing distractions, and planning family activities make efficiency feel achievable.

Feel the urge to declutter as the year winds down? Discover how to harness that December energy! Learn why it might be best to postpone decluttering until after the holidays, and get tips for involving kids in the process. Find out how to manage storage spaces without disrupting holiday displays. Plus, dive into capturing your planning dreams for the next year and organizing your ideas with the Sunday Basket system. It's the perfect time for a fresh start!

The conversation dives into the shift from Thanksgiving to December energy, encouraging proactive holiday planning. Listeners are urged to strategize decorations by involving family preferences and simplifying their decor. Smart shopping tips are shared, focusing on budget and timing. Lisa emphasizes the importance of planning memorable winter break activities without overspending, suggesting daily focal tasks for balance. Finally, she advises on preparing global gifts early to ease year-end exchanges. Get ready for a festive, organized December!