This Organized Life: Decluttering Tips for Moms, Entrepreneurs and Professional Organizers

Hi Friends! Today I am joined by one of our SBO Partners, Alysha Fenn, founder of Making Space Today–a Los Angeles based Professional Organizing service. Alysha has been part of the SBO community for a couple of years and it’s been wonderful watching her business grow!  She’s an Enneagram 9 (the peacemaker) and we talk about how procrastination, indecision and “slothiness” plays a role in her life.As an East coast transplant, Alysha shares her story of moving across the country, moving in with her sister, and what inspired her to start her own business.The conversation turns to what it’s like to live with someone who’s organizing styles are different from yours–something most of us can relate to at one time or another.Alysha walks us through her Organizing Framework which is made up of 5 different categories:ShoverStackerShopperIndifferentProYou can find out which one you are by taking her free quiz HERE.If you are in the Los Angeles area and looking for a professional organizer, make sure to reach out and connect with Alysha (I’ve included all links in the show notes below).On the flipside, If you are a professional organizer, or thinking about becoming one, we’d love to talk to you! We offer group and individual coaching to help you grow your business.   If you’re interested in learning more about our program, click HERE to schedule a call.It’s official!  Our Enneagram & Clutter Course is a huge hit!  The framework looks at the role Thinking, Feeling & Doing plays when it comes to navigating clutter. We walk through each of the 9 Enneagram Types, unpacking both strengths and struggles while providing strategies that lean into each unique Enneagram Type.Whether you are an Enneagram Junkie like me, or a complete newbie, we’ve got you covered. For a limited time, I am offering a special promo for all of my TOL listeners:To learn more, please visit: https://simplyborganized.com/enneagram-clutter-course/Enter promo code TOL30 at checkout to receive 30%! Connect with AlyshaWEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOKAlysha’s Book RecommendationsUNTAMED | THE ARTISTS WAYPlease support us!SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show!Would you like to see this Podcast on video?SUBSCRIBE to TOL on YouTube to check out our new video episodes each week!Struggling with Clutter?Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz!Stop feeling like a Hot Mess!Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back.Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold.Connect with MeWEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Joining me today is Ashley Brown. Ashley is the creator and owner of Routine and Things, a product based company which equips women to consistently live their happiest life one routine at a time. Ashley and I met when we were both speakers at the Purpose Driven Mom Summit, and I instantly knew that I wanted her to share her story with my TOL community!Ashley strongly believes routines are a form of wellness and can be a beautiful springboard for improving your home, yourself, and your life. (Can I get an Amen?!) She hosts the Routine and Things Podcast, a space to learn and become inspired on all things routine. She’s on a mission to see as many women as possible live life with ease by starting, maintaining, and enjoying fun and freeing routines!During our conversation we talked about how routines grow and change throughout the stages of our lives. She also shared tips for her 5 categories of routines:CookingCleaningKidsSelf-CarePlanning We talked about why some people have trouble sticking to routines, and what to do about it. Ashley also talked about her free Routine Assessment Quiz and what it reveals about our habits.I loved my conversation with Ashley and I hope you do too!  Make sure to check out the links below for everything we mentioned during the show.One more thing, If you haven’t already heard, The Enneagram & Clutter Course is available now! It’s a self-paced digital course connecting the dots between Enneagram Types and the different types of Clutter. The feedback has been great, and I’d love for you to check it out.For a limited time, I am offering a special promo for all of my TOL listeners:To learn more, please visit: https://simplyborganized.com/enneagram-clutter-course/Enter promo code TOL30 at checkout to receive 30% off the course price. Links Mentioned in this EpisodeFREE ROUTINE ASSESSMENTConnect with AshleyWEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | PODCASTAshley’s Book RecommendationsTHE ALCHEMISTPlease support us!SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show!Would you like to see this Podcast on video?SUBSCRIBE to TOL on YouTube to check out our new video episodes each week!Struggling with Clutter?Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz!Stop feeling like a Hot Mess!Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back.Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold.Connect with MeWEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

One of the many things I love about podcasting is meeting incredible people with inspiring stories.  Today’s guest is no exception; joining me is Amy Downs, author, advocate, TEDx speaker and CEO of the Allegiance Credit Union.Amy is one of the surviving victims from the Oklahoma City bombing, which took place on April 19,1995 and is marked the deadliest domestic attack in our nation’s history. Over the past 2 decades, Amy’s message has shifted from centering around the survival of the bombing to her radical life transformation, including her 200 lb weight loss and completing a Triathlon and an Ironman!During our conversation, Amy walks us through her experience the day of the attack, and what followed.We discussed what led her on a path to wellness, what prompted her to go back to school to get her MBA, and what it’s like being the CEO of the company that will forever be in history books. I asked Amy about her book, Hope is a Verb, (which I literally read in 2 days-it was so good!)  Amy’s story gives a new perspective to the word Hope and the importance of perseverance regardless of what life throws at you.I encourage you to check out the links below to grab a copy of her book, Hope is a Verb, watch her TedX Talk or connect with Amy.One more thing, If you haven’t already heard, The Enneagram & Clutter Course is available now! It’s a self-paced digital course connecting the dots between Enneagram Types and the different types of Clutter. The feedback has been great, and I’d love for you to check it out.For a limited time, I am offering a special promo for all of my TOL listeners:To learn more, please visit: https://simplyborganized.com/enneagram-clutter-course/Enter promo code TOL30 at checkout to receive 30% off the course price. Amy’s Book RecommendationsHOPE RISING | TINY HABITSConnect with AmyWEBSITE | LINKEDIN | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOKBUY HOPE IS A VERB BOOK | LISTEN TO AMY’S TEDX TALKPlease support us!SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show!Would you like to see this Podcast on video?SUBSCRIBE to TOL on YouTube to check out our new video episodes each week!Struggling with Clutter?Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz!Stop feeling like a Hot Mess!Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back.Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold.Connect with MeWEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Joining me today is fellow Bucks County native, Danielle Gannon. Danielle is mom to three adorable kiddos Abigail (9), Gabriel (7), and Sebastian (4).  Like many of us, Danielle wears many hats–including, mom, local entrepreneur and business owner, but her most recent accomplishment is as co-creator of The Red Barn Homeschool.Last year when the pandemic shut things down, Danielle put her business on the backburner, and joined forces with a few of her friends to create a non-conventional learning experience for their children. Collectively, the three families have kids ranging from 4 years old to 5th grade. During our conversation she walks us through how they converted a barn on one of the properties  into a one-room schoolhouse where they have been teaching the kids for the past year.In addition to traditional learning, each day includes incorporating nature, music and community into the curriculum (by the end of the episode I want to go there!)Later in the show, Danielle and I switch gears and talk about what organization looks like in her house. What “jobs” each of her kids have, and how she navigates time for herself amidst her busy schedule.After listening to the episode, I encourage you to check out all the links in the show notes- and be sure to follow @redbarnhomeschool on Instagram to see what the kiddos are up to! One more thing, If you haven’t already heard, The Enneagram & Clutter Course is available now! It’s a self-paced digital course connecting the dots between Enneagram Types and the different types of Clutter. The feedback has been great, and I’d love for you to check it out.For a limited time, I am offering a special promo for all of my TOL listeners:To learn more, please visit: https://simplyborganized.com/enneagram-clutter-course/Enter promo code TOL30 at checkout to receive 30% off the course price. Danielle’s RecommendationsCHANGE YOUR THOUGHTS, CHANGE YOUR LIFE: WAYNE DYERYOU CAN HEAL YOUR LIFE: LOUISE HAYTHINK & GROW RICH; NAPOLEON HILLMASTIN KIPP PODCASTConnect with Danielle on Instagram@localspotlightwithdanielle@redbarnhomeschoolPlease support us!SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show!Would you like to see this Podcast on video?SUBSCRIBE to TOL on YouTube to check out our new video episodes each week!Struggling with Clutter?Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz!Stop feeling like a Hot Mess!Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back.Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold.Connect with MeWEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! I am really excited for this episode because it’s about financial wellness for our kids. Joining me today is Benny Nachman- founder of Jassby, a free iOS app that allows parents to share money with their kids while teaching them about financial literacy. Think of it as a chores and allowance app.So much of what we talk about on this show has to do with ownership, responsibility and discipline.  So when I learned about Jassby, I knew that I wanted to have their  founder on to tell us the backstory behind the app. During our conversation we talk about:How using digital tools resonates with kids and teens as a teaching tool for moneyTheir 3 money principles (save, do-good, spend)Teaching age appropriate money knowledgeBenny walks us through how, when and where to use Jassby. As a parent, I always say the best thing we can do is to teach our kids life skills– like organizing, cooking, cleaning and financial responsibility. The method we convey information changes from generation to generation even if the message stays the same.  To reference any of the things we talked about during the show, check out the links below.Have you ever considered the link between personality and clutter?  In my new Enneagram & Clutter Course  I take a closer look at what motivates some people to avoid clutter like the plague, and others to ignore it as though they are “clutter-blind.”To learn more, please visit: https://simplyborganized.com/enneagram-clutter-course/Enter promo code TOL30 at checkout to receive 30% off the course price. Happy Organizing!Links Mentioned in this EpisodeWEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | LINKEDINBenny’s Book RecommendationsEMPIRE FALLSPlease support us!SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show!Struggling with Clutter?Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz!Stop feeling like a Hot Mess!HOT MESS: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized is my witty little survival guide that helps you get to the root of your clutter. Learn about the 3 types of clutter, Physical, Emotional, and Calendar, along with how to avoid the 5 Clutter Pitfalls. Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back.Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold.Connect with MeWEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! Joining me today is Vegan chef, author and mom of 3 Hollan Hamid. Hollan lives in Hawaii (ok, I might be a tad jealous!)Although Hollan loves spending time by the ocean, her passion is creating new plant-based recipes for a happier, healthier and greener life. I invited her to join me on TOL to talk about her new book, Good Food Gratitude, which is filled with simple, mouth-watering vegan recipes.  (I highly recommend her vegan french toast-it’s delicious!) We talked about her journey from pastry chef to becoming a veganHow to navigate the vegan lifestyle at home when your kids are not plant-basedHow to organize shopping and meal prepI loved my conversation with Hollan and I hope you do too!  Make sure to check out the links below for everything mentioned in the show.  I highly recommend Hollan’s book-not only does it have great, simple recipes, but it’s beautifully designed and makes for a great gift.One more thing, If you haven’t already heard, The Enneagram & Clutter Course is available now! It’s a self-paced digital course connecting the dots between Enneagram Types and the different types of Clutter. The feedback has been great, and I’d love for you to check it out.For a limited time, I am offering a special promo for all of my TOL listeners:Enter promo code TOL30 at checkout to receive 30% off the course price. To learn more, please visit: https://simplyborganized.com/enneagram-clutter-course/Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode: 1Thrive who are committed to making organizing simple, fun and stylish through their collection of command centers. Visit 1Thrive.com to find the system that works best for you. Make sure to use code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!Connect with HollanWEBSITE | INSTAGRAMLinks Mentioned in this EpisodeBOOK | 5- DAY RESET | 22-DAY RESETHollan’s Book RecommendationsSKINNY BITCH | BREAKING THE HABITPlease support us!SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show!Would you like to see this Podcast on video?SUBSCRIBE to TOL on YouTube to check out our new video episodes each week!Struggling with Clutter?Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz!Stop feeling like a Hot Mess!Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back.Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold.Connect with MeWEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Joining me today is renowned cardiac anesthesiologist, gender-equity expert, and TedX Speaker Dr. Sasha Shillcutt. As if that’s not enough of a resume, Sasha is also the CEO of Brave Enough, where she leads over 20,000 women on living connected and courageous lives. Sasha spent 2020 coaching women through the unwanted but very real emotions of the global pandemic. Whether talking with physicians and teachers on the front line to executives and furloughed employees faced with losing their careers she has found the same common threads. During our conversation we talked about everything from motherhood to careers, and the fear of failure. Sasha opens up about one of the biggest failures of her life, and how it’s helped to shape who she is today. We also talk about her new book, Between Grit & Grace, and her podcast called Brave Enough.One more thing, If you haven’t already heard, The Enneagram & Clutter Course is available now. It’s a self-paced digital course connecting the dots between Enneagram Types and the different types of Clutter. For a limited time, I am offering a special promo for all of my TOL listeners: Enter promo code TOL30 at checkout to receive 30% off the course price. Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode: 1Thrive who are committed to making organizing simple, fun and stylish through their collection of command centers. Visit 1Thrive.com to find the system that works best for you. Make sure to use code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order! xo - Laurie Connect with SashaWEBSITE | INSTAGRAMLinks Mentioned in this EpisodeBOOK: BETWEEN GRIT & GRACE | TEDX TALKPlease support us!SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show!Struggling with Clutter?Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz!Stop feeling like a Hot Mess!Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back.Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold.Connect with MeWEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! I am super excited to share todays guest with you.  Joining me is Cara Harvey, host of the popular podcast A Purpose Driven Mom, and successful business owner where she helps women in the areas of finances, schedules, health, and most of all themselves! Cara has built an incredible community with thousands of women who come from different ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, who learn from and support one another. But it wasn’t always this way. I invited Cara to join me today to share her personal story which includes being on food stamps as she and her husband struggled to make ends meet, while both working multiple jobs and raising 3 small children. Cara talks about how she navigated life during that rough season, how she started her business and why she believes that we all have purpose, even if we have lost our way.During our conversation, we talk aboutthe most common struggle she hears from womenThe power of permissionGoal ChasingThe importance of a time inventory and “thought catchers”Whether you are feeling overwhelmed or lost in your life, career or marriage, or looking for some extra encouragement to take a leap of faith, this episode is for you!Bonus Alert: Cara is hosting an upcoming {virtual} summit at the end of March which is filled with amazing speakers and covering a wide range of topics (yours truly is one of the speakers!)  Click HERE to register for free with my affiliate link.P.S. It’s finally here–drumroll please! The Enneagram & Clutter Course is available now!For a limited time, I am offering a special promo for all of my TOL listeners:Enter promo code TOL30 at checkout to receive 30% off the course price. (offer not to be combined with other promotions) VISIT: https://simplyborganized.com/enneagram-clutter-course/Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode: 1Thrive who are committed to making organizing simple, fun and stylish through their collection of command centers. Visit 1Thrive.com to find the system that works best for you. Make sure to use code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!Connect with CaraWEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | FACEBOOK COMMUNITYLinks Mentioned in this EpisodeFREE TRELLO CHECKLISTCara’s Book RecommendationsTHE COMPOUND EFFECTPlease support us!SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show!Would you like to see this Podcast on video?SUBSCRIBE to TOL on YouTube to check out our new video episodes each week!Struggling with Clutter?Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz!Stop feeling like a Hot Mess!Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back.Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold.Connect with MeWEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! Today I am joined by Mary Davis, founder of In Good Order, and our SBO Partner in Richmond, Virginia (if you’re in the Richmond area and looking for a professional organizer, give her a call!)On a personal level, Mary is married to her husband and together they have two boys ages 9 &12. During our conversation Mary shares her own organizing journey as a self-described “reformed packrat” whose organizing career started to form when her Dad died unexpectedly and she was left to navigate over 5000 square feet of STUFF.I invited Mary to join me on This ORGANIZED Life to talk about Donation Etiquette…WHAT to donate, What NOT to donate, and WHEN to donate.We break it down into several categories including:ClothingSmall Household AppliancesFurnitureLinens/Towels/BeddingBooksBuilding SuppliesElectronicsThis episode was filled with so much useful information and resources on what and where to donate.  Make sure to check out the links below to access Mary’s donation guide and other information discussed in the show.Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode: 1Thrive who are committed to making organizing simple, fun and stylish through their collection of command centers. Visit 1Thrive.com to find the system that works best for you. Make sure to use code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!XOXO- LaurieP.S. It’s finally here–drumroll please! The Enneagram & Clutter Course is available for pre-sale! Click HERE to learn more.Connect with MaryWEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAMLinks Mentioned in this EpisodeDONATION RESOURCE GUIDE | GIVE BACK BOX | ZAPPOS FOR GOODMary’s Book RecommendationsYOU ARE A BADASS | THE ART OF TIDYING UPPlease support us!SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show!Struggling with Clutter?Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz!Stop feeling like a Hot Mess!Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back.Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold.Connect with MeWEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! Joining me today is Cherylanne Skolnicki, host of the top-rated Brilliant Balance podcast, speaker and coach. Cherylanne’s advice has been featured in The Huffington Post, Forbes, and Women’s Day. She appears on TV news shows as an expert on work life balance, productivity, and purpose. On a personal note, Cherylanne lives in Cincinnati with her husband John and their three children. I invited Cherylanne to come on our show to talk about the notion of “Balance.”  Is it a unicorn? Or something truly attainable? During our conversation we talk about:How Health & Wellness, Career, Relationships and Organization are the most common areas of stress, especially among women. Why it’s important to “press pause” and reset when things are feeling out of control.How creating systems has helped Cherylanne in both her personal and professional life. We also talk about the Enneagram (of course!) and how her Enneagram type has played a role in her relationship with clutter and organization.This was a super fun conversation filled with nuggets of wisdom and practical advice.Make sure to check out the links in the show notes for everything mentioned during the episode or to connect with Cherylanne.Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode: 1Thrive who are committed to making organizing simple, fun and stylish through their collection of command centers. Visit 1Thrive.com to find the system that works best for you. Make sure to use code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!XOXO-LaurieConnect with CherylanneWEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | PODCASTLinks Mentioned in this EpisodeTHE RHYTHM OF LIFE | ESSENTIALISM | GIFTS OF IMPERFECTION | PLAYING BIGPlease support us!SUBSCRIBE to TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. Social influence is the most impactful way to help others find our show!Would you like to see this Podcast on video?SUBSCRIBE to TOL on YouTube to check out our new video episodes each week!Struggling with Clutter?Click HERE to take our FREE clutter quiz!Stop feeling like a Hot Mess!Now is the time to reclaim time, find freedom, and feel empowered from the “stuff” that is holding you back.Available on amazon, barnes & noble or wherever books are sold.Connect with MeWEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST