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Category Archives: Organization
the tail end of the week
It’s Friday. The tail end of the week. That means we either need to be finishing up some things or getting ready for the next things. But, if you’re like me, Friday catches you still working on the middle parts … Continue reading
A few of her favorite things
You’ve read about my organizing friend Andi (www.GoodLifeOrganizing.biz) here before. She defies all the illogic of being a working mom since she not only bears all this helpful information…she actually uses it. Here’s her recap of a recent demo. She … Continue reading
Posted in Business etiquette, General, Gifts, Kids, Making an impression, Organization
Tagged etiquette, manners, organization
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Busy, busy
School is back in full swing. Translation: How do teachers have the time to dole out that many forms, color sheets, connect-the-dots and pieces of anything meticulously (or messily) glued to a piece of construction paper AND man the behavior … Continue reading
Posted in Gifts, Kids, Nothing to do with etiquette, Organization
Tagged children's artwork, lazy, my house is a mess, organization
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People are funny
People are funny. {long, thoughtful pause} Actually, people are just different. All people. Yes, there’s the obvious…hair, style choices, etc….but I’m really talking about the things that make people thrive. Some love adventure; some prefer the security of sameness. Some … Continue reading
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Nesting and etiquette or nesting etiquette
This post is a little different…rather than me writing a post for you, I’m directing you to another post. On another blog. Please try to keep up. Before you click off to this other blog, I need to tell you … Continue reading
Posted in Business etiquette, General, Kids, Making an impression, Organization, Tips
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new holiday etiquette, part 2: party preppin’ & etiquette-cool
Welcome to part 2 of New Holiday Etiquette! In case you missed it, here is the link to part 1. Pre-Party Preppin’ Time Another emerging and perfectly acceptable way to gather for a meal this season is for the host … Continue reading
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Birmingham and Southern Living
Would you think less of me if I confessed that I didn’t know there were mountains in Birmingham, Alabama? Well, big hills, anyway. What a beautiful town! Em and I had such a wonderful time eating and sight-seeing our way … Continue reading
Which day is your day?
Maybe it’s because I have children that I sometimes become stunned when people actually follow my direction. My children, well, don’t always do that. I released my e-book called The Civilized Minute last week. Here’s the cover. There are pages … Continue reading
green office groove
Lately, I have blogged (preached?) and talked (ranted?) about presenting your most professional and productive self via your workspace. So, here is a website I stumbled on that should help you de-clutter, organize, and, as a bonus feature, go green. … Continue reading
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do you need to fill your suitcase?
This is Carol Tinsley. She is the Training Coordinator for Persons Banking Company. After sitting through my business etiquette training class 5 times, I guess she couldn’t help but learn something. For example, I tend to lose my balance when … Continue reading
