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

Joining me today is Author Morgan Tyree- who you may remember from episode 148 where we talked about reclaiming time and seasonal organizing challenges to keep you motivated.Morgan recently released a new book called Your Hospitality Personality and I invited her back on the show to tell us all about it!

Hi Friends! Today we are wrapping up our series on Men Making a Difference. If you haven’t listened to our other guests, I highly recommend going back and binging the last 3 episodes-they won’t disappoint!Joining me today is advocate, author and TedX speaker, Josh Levs. Josh is a former CNN and NPR journalist, and the leading global expert on modern fathers in the workplace. He stepped into a global spotlight by taking legal action against Time Warner (CNN’s parent company) for fair parental leave so he could care for his preemie daughter and sick wife.The company ultimately embraced his call, revolutionizing its policy to make it better for moms and dads.He is the author of the award-winning book All In: How Our Work-First Culture Fails Dads, Families, and Businesses–And How We Can Fix It Together.After the release of his book, Levs became the leading voice for modern dads at work, shining a light on their unknown struggles.I invited Josh on the show today to share his story, dispel some of the myths that give dads a bad rap, and shed some light on how we can work together with our spouses, employers and co-workers.During our conversation we talk about stereotypes like:● Moms do more work around the house than Dads● Moms carry more mental load than Dads● Dads having more leisure time● Dads get to do the fun stuff, while Mom’s do more household choresHe offers strategies to improve work-life balance for BOTH women and men, and we discuss the impact that COVID-19 has had on family dynamics.It’s a meaningful, thought provoking conversation that I hope opens the door for conversations, between couples everywhere.Make sure to check out the links below for Josh’s Ted Talk, Book and More!Links Mentioned in this EpisodeTED TALK | ALL IN BOOKConnect with JoshWEBSITE | LINKEDINOther Promo Codes for You!15% OFF CURIO-PRESS WITH CODE “ORGANIZED” | 10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE”Please 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! You guys know how passionate I am about funding research for pediatric cancer and the work I do with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, right? Well, you are in for a treat with this conversation!As we continue with our series on Men Making a Difference, I am happy to share today’s guest with you–my new friend Matt Coulter. Matt is the president of the BeYOUtiful Foundation, a (501c3) non profit organization dedicated to helping women of all ages who are dealing with the harsh realities of cancer.Their mission is simple: To provide hope, love and a path to feeling beYOUtiful for girls and women of all ages.By connecting salons & stylists to local survivors, and providing online education (on everything from cutting, styling, utilizing wigs & dealing with chemo hair), they are here from diagnosis to remission and beyond.It was such a treat to sit down with Matt and talk about our shared passion of making a difference in the world of families battling cancer.Since September is Pediatric Cancer awareness month, and October is Breast Cancer awareness month, I could not think of a more appropriate time to shine a spotlight on the incredible philanthropic work Matt and his team are doing.On this episode we talk about:● How he got started in the non-profit space● The power of using your spheres of influence to inspire others● Walking with families who are battling the unthinkableIt’s a powerful, inspiring and important conversation that I hope leaves you realizing that there’s more to living an ORGANIZED life than just stuff.P.S. Check out the links below to learn more about BeYOUtiful Foundation and Matt’s other non-profit 143collective.Episode #200!Please help us celebrate our upcoming 200th episode by calling 1-800-509-8171 or visit https://lifeonrecord.com/this-organized-life/ and leave us a message on your favorite episode or what you love about our show– We will be reading your answers live on the air!This service is sponsored by LifeOnRecord – a meaningful audio keepsake of phoned in stories, memories, and well-wishes from family and friends telling the recipient why they are special. For more information visit, https://lifeonrecord.com.Links Mentioned in this EpisodeWEBSITE | INSTAGRAM |143 COLLECTIVE | DONATE TO PEDIATRIC CANCER RESEARCHConnect with MattINSTAGRAMOther Promo Codes for You!STREAMLINE YOUR INBOX WITH INBOX DONE10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE”Please 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 entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, my longtime friend, Brad Aronson.Brad’s latest book, HUMAN KIND is on the Wall Street Journal, and USA Today best seller list, and after listening to our conversation you’ll know why!I invited Brad on our show to share his personal journey of walking through his wife, Mia’s,cancer diagnosis, it’s impact on their family, and how that led him to begin documenting simple acts of kindness.During our conversation we talked about:Winning the “zip code lottery” & how he has continued to give back throughout his lifeUsing your superpowers to help othersHow he juggles fatherhood, work, life and fun!The importance of leaning on others when you need helpHow even the smallest gestures can have a large and lasting impact on someone elseIn addition to his writing and being a dad to their son Jack, Brad currently teaches entrepreneurship to 18-25 year olds in Camden, N.J., and sits on the nonprofit boards of Big Brothers Big Sisters and Hopeworks- an incredible organization that helps educate youth, provide skills, counselling support and so much more.In a world riddled with fear, anger, division and judgement, HUMAN KIND is exactly what we all need right now.This is one episode you won’t want to miss!Episode #200!Please help us celebrate our upcoming 200th episode by calling 1-800-509-8171 or visit https://lifeonrecord.com/this-organized-life/ and leave us a message on your favorite episode or what you love about our show– We will be reading your answers live on the air!This service is sponsored by LifeOnRecord – a meaningful audio keepsake of phoned in stories, memories, and well-wishes from family and friends telling the recipient why they are special. For more information visit, https://lifeonrecord.com.Links Mentioned in this EpisodeHUMAN KIND BOOK |HILDE BACK EDUCATION FUND | GIRARD COLLEGEConnect with BradWEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAMOther Promo Codes for You!STREAMLINE YOUR INBOX WITH INBOX DONE10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE”Please 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

Joining me today is psychologist, author, podcaster and parenting expert Dr. Robert Zeitlin. Robert is the author of the book, Laugh More, Yell Less: A Guide to Raising Kick-Ass Kids (Stuck-At-Home Edition), and advocate for kids. He brings creativity, curiosity, and bravery to his work in Positive Psychology to support children and their parents. Dr. Zeitlin is also a husband and father to two grown kids, who are both pretty awesome!Kids and parents are navigating through some of the toughest times without a roadmap. I invited Robert on our show to give us some tools to help parents communicate with their children more effectively.Throughout our conversation, Dr. Zeitlin gives specific examples of how we can be more intentional and impactful with our words and actions.Whether you are a parent of toddlers, elementary, middle or high schoolers, this is a great conversation that you won’t want to miss!To learn more, make sure to check out the links below:

    Hi Friends! At the time of this recording, COVID and Quarantine barely on our radar. In fact, my original focus for this interview was supposed to be about “take your kid to work” for the homeschooling mom. Who knew the foreshadowing that was about to happen. My guest today is Kristi Clover is a home organization and #momlife expert. Kristi is the author of M.O.M.=Master Organizer of Mayhem and Homeschool Basics, and host of the Simply Joyful Podcast and YouTube Channel. Her passion is to encourage families to find simple ways to bring more joy into their home and life.She loves to share about her adventures in motherhood and home life through a variety of media that you can find at KristiClover.com. Kristi lives in San Diego with her husband, Steve, and their five children. As a homeschooling mom we talked about how she separates home-life from school-life, and what organization looks like under her roof. If I had any idea of what was about to happen with public school, I would have had a thousand more questions for Kristi! From tips to keep kids motivated and engaged, to asking her advice for parents who may not feel adequately prepared to homeschool their kids. As we embark on a return to school, we’re all in different places logistically and mentally, but collectively we can listen & learn together. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Kristi!         XOXO- Laurie         Episode #200!  Please help us celebrate our upcoming 200th episode by calling 1-800-509-8171 or visit https://lifeonrecord.com/this-organized-life/ and leave us a message on your favorite episode or what you love about our show– We will be reading your answers live on the air! This service is sponsored by LifeOnRecord – a meaningful audio keepsake of phoned in stories, memories, and well-wishes from family and friends telling the recipient why they are special. For more information visit, https://lifeonrecord.com.   Connect with Kristi WEBSITE | YOUTUBE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK  Other Promo Codes Exclusive for the TOL Community! STREAMLINE YOUR INBOX WITH INBOX DONE  10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE”  Please 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 Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

    Hi Friends! Today I am joined by fellow working mom and podcaster, Jenny Elliott. Jenny is the host of Career Mom Podcast which helps to support moms working in corporate America (and boy do we need that NOW more than ever!). After the birth of her son, Jenny was so unprepared for the transition from being a CAREER WOMAN to a CAREER MOM that she had a complete identity crisis. We had an honest conversation about how she struggled with a loss of identity as a stay at home mom, why it wasn’t talked about, and how she created a platform to have honest conversations with other women who are struggling with similar issues. We talked about things like: ● Why her decision to return to work after having her son was a no-brainer. ● Dispelling the myths of what defines a “good mom.” ● Feelings of Imposter Syndrome. ● Why removing physical clutter was a big part of freeing up the mental space needed to sort through her new identity. ● How organization and systems are a key part to making working mom life work (although so is grace when those don’t always work as intended!) For many women there is a real line of “who I was before kids” and “who I am now” and not everyone wants to talk about it, but we do! If you or someone you know is struggling with either the transition from career to motherhood, or trying to juggle “all the things,” I encourage you to share this episode-you never know who needs to hear it. Make sure to check out the links below to check out Jenny’s podcast!         XOXO-   Laurie         P.S. Please help us celebrate our upcoming 200th episode by visiting https://lifeonrecord.com/this-organized-life/.            Connect with Jenny INSTAGRAM | CAREER MOM PODCAST  HELP US CELEBRATE OUR 200th EPISODE!!! Our 200th episode is just around the corner and we want to hear from you! All you have to do is call 1-800-509-8171 and leave a personalized message. If you are outside of the US, Canada, or Carribean, or if you want to make your recording using a voice recorder, please visit https://lifeonrecord.com/this-organized-life/.  This service is sponsored by LifeOnRecord – a meaningful audio keepsake of phoned in stories, memories, and well-wishes from family and friends telling the recipient why they are special. For more information visit, https://lifeonrecord.com.   Other Promo Codes Exclusive for the TOL Community! Stop drowning in email clutter: STREAMLINE YOUR INBOX WITH INBOX DONE Say goodbye to the clothes that aren’t doing you any favors: 10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE”   Please 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 Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! Joining me today is my friend, Karen Cahn. If there is one word I would use to describe Karen, it would be “powerhouse.” Karen is the Founder & CEO of IFundWomen, the go-to funding marketplace for women-owned businesses and all the people who want to support them, from individuals to enterprises. IFundWomen provides online fundraising services, expert business coaching, and a powerful network of women business owners. Karen spends her day advocating for women-owned businesses (can I get an amen!)-she is a voice for the marginalized, and a trailblazer in the pursuit of equality for all women. She is also a mom to 2 kids and is struggling like the rest of us navigating life during COVID-19 and doing the best we can. During our conversation we talked about life under quarantine (yes, when we recorded we were still in lockdown). ● How she has had to pivot her own business and routine without warning ● The challenges of separating work and home when you are literally doing both under the same roof ● Where she struggles with organization in her own home. We also talked about the entrepreneurial landscape, the role of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and why we are craving comfort in a world filled with uncertainty. Karen and I had an on-air mini coaching session about her struggles with opening the mail on a daily basis, which goes to show that everyone has areas in their lives where they feel like a bit of a Hot Mess. It was a real, honest and fun conversation, and I hope you enjoy it enough to leave us a review and share with your people! XOXO- Laurie P.S. Make sure to check out the links below to help us celebrate our 200th episode celebration! Connect with IFund Women   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | LINKEDIN   Connect with Karen INSTAGRAM | LINKEDIN HELP US CELEBRATE OUR 200th EPISODE!!! Our 200th episode is just around the corner and we want to hear from you! All you have to do is call 1-800-509-8171 and leave a personalized message. If you are outside of the US, Canada, or Carribean, or if you want to make your recording using a voice recorder, please visit https://lifeonrecord.com/this-organized-life/.  This service is sponsored by LifeOnRecord – a meaningful audio keepsake of phoned in stories, memories, and well-wishes from family and friends telling the recipient why they are special. For more information visit, https://lifeonrecord.com. Other Promo Codes Exclusive to the TOL Community! Stop drowning in email clutter: STREAMLINE YOUR INBOX WITH INBOX DONE Say goodbye to the clothes that aren’t doing you any favors: 10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE” Please 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 Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

    Hi Friends! Joining me today is bestselling author, and leadership speaker, Marissa Orr. I asked Marissa to join me on This ORGANIZED Life Podcast to talk about life as a single mother of 3, what prompted her speak out about the inequalities she experienced during her time at Google & Facebook, and what eventually led her to write her breakout book: Lean Out, The Truth About Women, Power, & the Workplace. ● Marissa candidly shared her story, and we talked about her own struggles with clutter. ● She explains why she named her podcast “Nice Girls Don’t Watch the Bachelor” (it’s probably not what you think!) ● We talked about creating margin, giving ourselves permission to not be perfect, and how her future self “Doris,” helps to keep her in check! I could have talked with Marissa for hours (not to worry, we are having her back on our show in a few months!). If you enjoyed our conversation, please share it with a friend. Be sure to check out the links below to connect with Marissa, buy her book, and check out her podcast. XOXO- Laurie         Links Mentioned in this Episode       NICE GIRLS DON’T WATCH THE BACHELOR | BLOG | LEAN OUT BOOK  Connect with Marissa WEBSITE | TWITTER | LINKEDIN  Other Promo Codes Exclusive For The Tol Community! Stop drowning in email clutter: STREAMLINE YOUR INBOX WITH INBOX DONE Say goodbye to the clothes that aren’t doing you any favors: 10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE”  Help Us Celebrate Our 200th Episode!!!! To leave a personalized message: Please dial 1-800-509-8171. If you are outside of the US, Canada, or Carribean, or if you want to make your recording using a voice recorder, please visit https://lifeonrecord.com/this-organized-life/. This service is sponsored by LifeOnRecord – a meaningful audio keepsake of phoned in stories, memories, and well-wishes from family and friends telling the recipient why they are special. For more information visit, https://lifeonrecord.com. Feel free to answer as many questions as you’d like! Phone lines are open through September 15, 2020 1. What was your favorite episode of TOL? And why? 2. Is there a guest you would like to have back on the show? 3. What topics would you like us to discuss in future episodes? 4. Who would like to be interviewed on TOL? 5. What do you love most about our podcast? And of course, “Where do you feel like the biggest HOT MESS & Where do you feel the most organized?”  Please 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 Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST

Hi Friends! Joining me today is Swarna Anthan. Swarna is a mom to a 6 year old son, and founder and CEO of MagicPolygon-a storytelling platform available in the AppStore. Like so many start-ups, Swarna created this app when she realized that her son preferred STORYTELLING to STORY READING. Recognizing a gap in the marketplace, she set off to create a storytelling platform for kids where grandparents, friends and families living far away can tell stories in their own voice using the interactive picture books available in the app. Prior to starting MagicPolygon, Swarna worked for Motorola, iHeart Radio, Samsung, & NYTimes. As one of the first Engineers of the tech fitness company Peloton, Swarna left Peloton 3 years ago to start MagicPolygon. During this time of quarantine, social distancing, and e-learning, who could have imagined the importance of personalized content and connection derived from digital platforms. MagicPolygon App is also being used in classrooms as a way to bridge creativity, connection and collaboration among students and teachers. During our conversation we talk about: ● Her decision to leave a successful, secure career to embark on a start-up journey ● How educators and parents are using the app to connect with loved ones beyond platforms such as zoom, facetime and skype ● Why kids ages 3-7 are her core demographic Swarna also opens up about her own struggles juggling life as a mom and entrepreneur managing a full-time career. As a champion of women, and women entrepreneurs, I hope you find inspiration in her story, and support her work by clicking the SHARE button! xo - Laurie      Links Mentioned in this Episode WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | FACEBOOK | PINTEREST DOWNLOAD THE MAGICPOLYGON APP  Other Promo Codes for You!  STREAMLINE YOUR INBOX WITH INBOX DONE | 10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE”   Please 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 Me WEBSITE | FB | IG | PINTEREST