Taking Control: The Organizing Podcast

Ep 69: Organized Chaos or Clutter?

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 21 May 2012 08:00:05 -0700

You have it all together, right? Even though people come to your house and marvel at the wondrous paths of piles, you're sure you can find anything and everything right when you need it. You're a master of "organized clutter"! But what if you're tested? This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the role of clutter, what it really means to own your organized chaos, and how you might be more out of control than you think!

Ep 68: Transition from thinking to acting

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 14 May 2012 08:00:33 -0700

Don't let yourself get stuck processing! You know it when it happens: you're faced with a daunting project but just can't get over the hump to start. So you sit. And sit. And think. And think. And with all that thinking, exactly nothing happens. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about making the transition from thinking to acting and how to get your organizing projects off to a great start.

Ep 67: Is ADHD and Excuse or an Explanation?

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 07 May 2012 08:00:19 -0700

You're challenged by this set of behaviors that we call "ADHD", but those behaviors don't have to rule you and the life you're trying to live. The real question is: are you letting it? This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about how not to let your behavior become an excuse for poor choice, but to take control of your ADHD and learn from it!

Ep 66: Taking Control of your Email Inbox

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 07:25:41 -0700

You're working hard to develop the systems that will allow you to live a confidently organized lifestyle. But what about that inbox that you can't see? The one in the magic box on your desk? The email inbox is a source of great stress to many, as messages pile up and demands for attention scale out of control. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright discuss methods to tame your inbox, email bankruptcy, and how you can get control of your email without losing your sanity!

Ep 65: Living an organized life and your positive self esteem

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:00:13 -0700

Living in a disorganized manner can effect your life in ways far beyond simply losing your keys or your grocery list. Clutter that accumulates around you and the piles that haunt you can build feelings of shame that effect your relationships, your productivity, your work and your life. The good news is that making a commitment to living an organized lifestyle and taking those first steps toward new systems and processes in your life can give you the power that clutter once cost you. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright discuss the key connection between living an organized lifestyle and the power and self esteem that comes with it!

Ep 64: The difference between cleaning and organizing

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 08:00:13 -0700

Your home is spotless. You keep your counters wiped up and the beds made every day. And yet, you still feel that haunting feeling that your systems aren't working for you. That's because there is a fundamental difference between cleaning and organizing. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright share how you can amp your organizing and get clean in the process!

Ep 63: The Importance of Memory to Living the Organized Lifestyle with ADHD

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 08:00:39 -0700

We all forget. That's why we develop systems, accommodations that help us remember the things we need to remember, when we need to remember them. But for those struggling with ADHD, working memory is a core part of the executive function system, and when not functioning correctly can impact more than simple processing. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the critical importance of a sharp working memory to living the organized lifestyle, and reduce the stress and judgement that comes with dealing with ADHD, memory, and taking control of the systems in your life.

Ep 62: Setting Boundaries

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:20 -0700

Take a look around you. Before long, you'll see them: distractions. Maybe it's your family. Maybe your email. Maybe your neighbor. Whoever they are, they're all competing for your precious time. It's your job to keep them under control! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the importance of setting boundaries and protecting yourself from all the things vying for your attention!

Ep 61: Closet Organizing 101

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 07:00:48 -0700

You know how it happens. First, you start buying clothes. Then the hangers overflow. Then the floor becomes "storage". And suddenly, your closet is a black hole of disorganization! Don't let it happen to you! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the key tips that will help you get control of your closet and create rich and useable space that you can be proud of!

Ep 60: Organizing tips for the living room

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 06:50:03 -0700

It's far easier to tackle those grizzly organizing projects that happen to be in spaces that you own, than it is to do the same in space that you share with others. That's what makes the Living Room or Family Room such a bear! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk through the issue that come with keeping shared space straight, and offer suggestions for setting the right guidelines for your family!

Ep 59: Accountability in the Organizing and Coaching Process

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 07:00:10 -0700

Accountability represents the willingness and obligation to accept responsibility for your actions. And as important as this concept is in our lives, and our roles as parents, spouses, managers and employees, it's just as important in making any significant change in our lives. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer shares her own personal story of accountability with Pete Wright, and offers suggestions for working well with your own accountability partner as you tackle organizing challenges in your lives.

Ep 58: Daily Scheduling and helping kids with ADHD

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 08:00:53 -0800

The set of behaviors that comes with attention deficit can make scheduling, time commitments, and managing daily expectations a real challenge, especially for kids. Over the past several months, we've been exploring scheduling accommodations using our own tools that make helping kids and adults alike make more sense of their own time, and better equipped to handle surprises when they come up. This week on the show, Pete Wright and Nikki Kinzer walk through using the TCO Daily Schedule tool as a key accommodation for helping kids struggling with ADHD to embrace time with greater success.

Ep 57: Ten Tips to Reduce Paper Piles

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 07:00:20 -0800

Don't let the paper piles take hold! Without the right habits in place, a single bill on a clear desk can turn into a towering paper pile before you know it. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright provide tools, tips, and insights that will help you get control of your piles before they get control of your space!

Ep 56: The Time Myth

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:00:20 -0800

Wrapping your head around the time myth means getting a handle on how you handle your time every day. No matter how much we may wish it to be so, we don't have more than 24 hours to work with, and most of those are taking up with sleep! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright walk through tips that might just help you conquer the time myth and be more effective with the hours you have!

Ep 55: Organizing Books in the eReader Age

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:00:08 -0800

You love books! So do we! But with so many great new options for reading digitally, are you finding that your organizing efforts are confounded by Kindles and iBooks? This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright share tips for organizing your digital devices, downloads, and materials and get back to reading!

Ep 54: Tips for Working at Home

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:05 -0800

Making the transition to working from home is more than about having quick access to the kitchen. It takes diligence to set the boundaries you'll need to have to stay organized and aware of how work and home life interact. This week on Taking Control, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about what it means to work at home, and how you can make the transition with sound boundaries and few headaches!

Ep 53: Organizing around what matters most

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:00:05 -0800

Getting organized is about more than just putting things in their place. It's about having a deep understanding of the things you do every day, how you do them, and the tools you need to get them done. This week on Taking Control, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the importance of starting with what matters most to you in every organizing project, with tips and tools you can put in to action today.

Ep 52: Surviving repetitive tasks and the ADD mind

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 20:00:04 -0800

If you're living with ADD, you understand the double-edged sword your own mind represents. While you might be able to channel your energy into hyper-focus on specific projects, when it comes to repetitive tasks like laundry, dishes, groceries… sometimes things just don't get done. This week on Taking Control, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the obstacles to repetitive tasks and how the ADD mind can muscle through with a few sound strategies.

Ep 51: Why does clutter build up?

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:00:03 -0800

Clutter kills! It is the burden and weight that puts a squeeze on your productivity, your passion, and your efficiency. But with a few changes you can quit the clutter and find peace in your home again! This week on Taking Control, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk through the steps and the focus required to clean up the clutter and get back to work!

Ep 50: Motivating Change

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:00:46 -0800

Struggling to make a big change in your life? Getting—and keeping!—motivated can make or break your efforts. This week on Taking Control, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright walk through the process for building motivation and staying positive through all the hard work to come!

Ep 49: How to Make an Organizing Goal

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 08:00:46 -0800

Forget about generic resolutions this new year! Instead, focus on setting goals for yourself that are achievable and rewarding. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk through the steps for setting solid organizing goals you can be proud of!

Ep 48: Bill-paying systems

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 07:00:02 -0800

Did you pay the rent? How about utilities? Gas? Electric? Cable? The bills can add up each month, and if you don't have a system, paying bills can be a tremendous source of stress. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright share the tools you'll need to build a bill-paying system that works for you.

Ep 47: Creative Gifts

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:00:35 -0800

Looking for a way to shake up your holiday gift-giving routine? Look no further! From big trips to modest time-savers, you can show your loved ones you care in cool new ways you may have never considered. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright share their favorite gifts and gift-giving tricks!

Ep 46: Budgeting for the Holidays!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 07:00:19 -0800

Don't let the holidays get the best of your budget! It is possible to take part in the spirit of giving without breaking the bank. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright share strategies for making it through the holidays practically, without having to be a Grinch!

Ep 45: How to make the hard choices

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 08:00:47 -0700

We're all confronted with tough decisions, but what is it that makes executing them easier for some people than it is for others? This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about what it takes to find focus, make tough decisions, and keep the organizing process moving forward.

Ep 44: How does one stay organized?

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 08:00:42 -0700

There is a simple truth to organization: one cannot get organized and then assume they are finished. Organization is about changing habits, discovering new tools, and living an organized lifestyle. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright share their thoughts on the choices we make to first get organized, and the changes we must make to stay that way.

Ep 43: Beating Procrastination!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 08:00:42 -0700

We all deal with it. It's the devil on our shoulder, the monkey on our back. It's the distraction that comes over us, causing us to loose momentum and focus: procrastination. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on procrastination and give you a new way to think about how to tackle the work you need to get done today!

Ep 42: Fall Organizing!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 08:00:42 -0700

The transition to fall is a great time to clean up and get ready for the busy holiday season to come. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright give you five tips on getting your home in order and while keeping yourself cool and stress-free!

Ep 41: Back to School - Tips for a smooth transition!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:00:42 -0700

It’s that time again! Time to get the family on a new schedule, time to pack the backpack, time to get your house in order! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on the back to school transition and offer you a few tips and tricks to get into this new routine with confidence!

Ep 40: Paper Piles that Work

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 08:00:42 -0700

Paper. It’s everywhere. You fight to conquer the clutter of paper and just when you think you’re on the cusp of success, it strikes back with an organizing puzzle leaving you scratching your head. Don’t fear! There are ways to make these paper piles work for you! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on the productive paper piles and show you how piling can actually fit right in to your organizing system!

Ep 39: Time-Wasters!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 08:00:42 -0700

They're the thieves that come into your life and steal your most valuable commodity. They're the distractions that rob you of your focus and attention. They're on TV. They're online. They're on your phone! They're Time-Wasters! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer joins Pete Wright to show you how to take back control from time time-wasters and free yourself from the stress and frustration that comes with them!

Ep 38: Why Getting Organized is Not Enough

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 08:00:10 -0700

"If I were only organized, my life would be different." We've all said it. We probably say it all the time. But just wishing doesn't make it so! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on turning wishes into reality by building specific vision and goals to make it a reality.

Ep 37: Tips for handling interruptions

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 08:00:33 -0700

You've worked all day, but you have no idea what you did. Interruptions come in all shapes and sizes, and they rob you of those precious blocks of time you need to get things done. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright share tips on working with interruptions and getting things done in the face of them!

Ep 36: Creating a Time Frame around your Goals

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 08:00:07 -0700

When we're working on goals, we develop vision, focus, determination, all the skills we need to nourish that drive motivation. But the real trick is in taking that motivation and putting a time to it! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about adding time to tasks to show commitment and make sure you are getting your most important tasks done!

Ep 35: Preparing for summer!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 23 May 2011 08:00:07 -0700

School's ending people, and the summer whirlwind is right 'round the corner! Have you made plans? Scheduled camps? Prepared your family for changing expectations? This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright share tips and tricks for helping you make the transition into summer a smooth one!

Ep 34: 3 Tips to Increase Productivity

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 09 May 2011 08:00:07 -0700

Do you understand your distractions? Are you sure? The drive to keep focus when you need it, and make sure you don't lose momentum when you need to be productive, can be the most important mission you take on when you're taking back control in your life. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright offer tips for staying productive when you need to, and they talk about the latest craze at work: the stand-up desk!

Ep 33: How to stay organized with your family

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 08:00:07 -0700

You put so much work into changing the way you live, and building the new habits you need to take back control in your life. When a family member comes along and shakes up those new habits, it's a recipe for disaster! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright offer tips for sharing your process with your family, and making sure those most important to you understand how to work with your new lifestyle, and not against it!

Ep 32: How to turn self-doubt into positive reinforcement

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:00:07 -0700

It takes time to build new habits. From learning to put your keys away in the same place every time you walk in the house to processing daily mail, it takes weeks to turn positive steps into habits you can live with. The same is true for negative habits and self-doubt, which if left unchecked, can turn into negative life change that gets in the way of all the change you're trying to make in your life. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the doubt that can slide in to you organizing progress and how to turn that doubt back into positive reinforcement in your life.

Ep 31: 5 Tips to make sure you're never late!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 08:00:07 -0700

Running late? You can regain control! With five easy strategies that will help you plan better, schedule smarter, and manage your time masterfully! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on the chronically late and offer suggestions for how to get back in control of your time!

Ep 30: Are you wrestling time or managing activity?

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 08:00:07 -0700

There are only 24 hours in every day. No matter how hard we try, how much we wish it to be otherwise, there is simply no way to cram more time our lives. And yet, some of our biggest organizing challenges come from how we think about the time we have. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on this issue of time, how we think about it, and offer suggestions for how to manage the activities we take on, rather than the scarce minutes we have on the clock!

Ep 29: Have a Plan!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 08:00:13 -0800

We plan when we build things. We plan at work. Cities plan. Schools plan. Planning is everywhere. Yet why is it that so many of us have organizing projects that get stuck in mid stride, doomed to the back burner? Because we didn't go into them with a plan. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk planning in your organizing projects and how you can set yourself up for success, no matter what project you take on next!

Ep 28: The Kids are All Right

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 08:00:37 -0800

Toss a sweatshirt on the couch after a workout. Loose your keys. Open a cabinet and cereal boxes tumble out onto your head. When you start to loose control, are you modeling the right behavior for your kids? That's the big question this week: how do you teach your kids the right behaviors, and when are you sending them astray? This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take teaching your kids the organized lifestyle, and helping them build the right habits that will serve them for life!

Ep 27: It's OK: Organization comes and goes!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 08:00:37 -0800

We all go through phases in our lives, and organization is certainly not immune. But sometimes, the biggest stress we put on ourselves comes when we realize we have fallen out of living an organized live and feel as though we are suddenly failures. Not so! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on the organizing cycle and give you some ideas on how you can get back on the horse when you start feeling chaos creeping into your life!

Ep 26: Breaking the "I Can't Organize" Myth

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:00:19 -0800

If you're disorganized, and suffering as a result, it's all too easy to buy in to the myth that there are some people out there who simply can't get organized -- and that you are one of those people. But it's not true! You can change, you can build new habits, and you can change your life no matter how disorganized you are today. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on the myth and give you a framework for thinking about organization and how to get started on your own organizing journey.

Ep 25: Be Smart with Your Resolutions

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 08:00:19 -0800

We still have a few weeks until Christmas, but we're already thinking ahead! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about goals, stress, and setting yourself up for success with smart resolutions for the new year!

Ep 24: Tips for Reducing Holiday Stress

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 08:00:19 -0800

You've made it through Thanksgiving -- now get ready for the real onslaught! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright offer key tips for keeping your holiday season free of stress and rich with holiday cheer!

Ep 23: The Holiday Calendar

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 08:00:19 -0800

The holidays are upon us once again and things are about to get crazy! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright review the Holiday Calendar and share tips for keeping control of your holiday schedule and releasing that holiday stress!

Ep 22: Prevent the Purchases that Cause Clutter

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 08:00:19 -0700

We've all been there: one day you wake up and suddenly notice the gadgets, gizmos, bins, boxes, and booty that we once thought would change our world but today -- covers us in clutter! Time to make a change. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright review some new habits you can take on to prevent the purchases that cause clutter before it happens again!

Ep 21: The Value of Organization

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 08:00:19 -0700

You've accepted the costs of clutter -- now look at what getting organized can do for you! Free yourself from the guilt, stress, and frustration that comes from living your life out of control. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk through the benefits of organization and how you can move from making an organized live an expense to a powerful investment in your future!

Ep 20: The Cost of Clutter

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:39:19 -0700

The piles of stuff are growing. But it's the stuff you're not using. Sure, you paid for it, you brought it in your home with intent to use, but now it's dead to you. Time to cut the cord. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the cost of clutter -- and how getting over it can free you to take control of your space and your life!

Ep 19: Taking Control of Small Time!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 08:00:54 -0700

We all have them: when we don't know how to fill the smallest blocks of our day we default to our comfortable time wasters. From Facebook to TV, getting control of your stuff starts with taking control of your time. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about how you can take control of your time and feel better and more productive in the process!

Ep 18: Meal Planning Success

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:00:23 -0700

Is meal planning a source of stress in your family? Do you have trouble coming up with new and clever ideas for great meals that are popular all around your table? This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright share valuable meal planning tips and give you the system you'll need to make mealtime fun at home!

Ep 17: Closet Wrangling

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:00:59 -0700

Is your closet a bermuda triangle of stuff? Is it the rug under which you sweep all the things you can't stand to look at? Are your clothes in a rat's nest of fabric nastiness? This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk closets, with the tips you need to get control, and keep control of your closet storage!

Ep 16: Back to School!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 08:00:59 -0700

The long lazy days of summer are coming to an end, and if you've got kids around the house, you know what's coming: Back to School season! But don't let the rush and buzz of back to school take you by surprise this year. You can get organized and be prepared for another year of learning with a few quick tips. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about back to school, and how you can make the transition smoothly!

Ep 15: Corralling Clutter!

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 08:00:43 -0700

Getting control of the clutter in your home starts by taking control of the way we think about stuff! From new buying habits to regular purges to cultivating the right state of mind around being organized, we can make changes we could never have imagined before. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on the war against clutter and offer key strategies for keeping up with the little messes in your own home.

Ep 14: Organizing Small Spaces

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 08:00:35 -0700

Sometimes the biggest organizing challenges come in the smallest of packages. Do you have a small kitchen, closet, bathroom -- or challenges with how to use utility spaces or drawers -- that get in the way of your smart organizing habits? This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about how to best use your small spaces and make great use of these tiny organizing assets!

Ep 13: Organizing Your Garage

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 08:00:48 -0700

Is your garage your own personal Bermuda Triangle of stuff? Clutter, boxes, antiques, tools, bikes, furniture -- the list goes on and on of all the things that can turn a garage from useful, productive space into a black hole of mess! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about taming the garage and putting all your garage gear in the proper place!

Ep 12: Virtual Organizing

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:00:48 -0700

The idea of inviting someone into your home, your most personal space, to help you get organizing can test your nerves. Doing the same through photos and video can add additional stress -- not good when you're trying to pull your life together and get organized! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright walk through the virtual organizing process, what it means for you to have a personal coach in real life -- and virtually -- and how you can make the most of technology to get, and stay, organized!

Ep 11: Taking Control on Getting Things Done

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 08:00:37 -0700

David Allen's practical take on getting organized has become a way of life for process-happy organizers around the world since publication in 2001. The book, and the methodology that grows from it, is every bit as powerful today as it was then, even as new organizing tools and technologies continue to evolve around us. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright discuss the GTD approach to getting organized at length, sharing the process, tools, and thinking that can help you take what works from GTD and make it your own to take control in your own life.

Ep 10: The Habits that Affect your Organization at Home

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:00:19 -0700

We all come to the table with a full basket of habits -- some good, some bad -- and getting control of the habits that affect your ability to get organized is a major step in getting off on the right foot. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the habits that make for good organization, and those that get in your way time and again.

Ep 9: Making the Time to Organize

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:00:19 -0700

Making the time to get organized is making the difference between success and failure in your own organizing system. But it’s not as easy as it sounds! This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about how you can make the time to get organized and put the systems in place to stay that way for good!

Ep 8: Getting Control of Paper Clutter

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 07:00:19 -0700

Getting control of the paper in your life can help you get control of so much more. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about how you can put the systems in place in your own home to put paper in its place and get back on top of your own process!

Ep 7: Preparing your Successful Garage Sale

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 08:00:33 -0700

Running a successful garage sale can be a lot of work! But it can be a rewarding and profitable way to kick-start your summer organizing by clearing out the cruft in the way of your new lifestyle. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about how you can plan the perfect garage sale -- from set-up, cleaning, pricing, and payment -- and launch your summer organizing right!

Ep 6: Vacation Packing and Travel Tips

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 24 May 2010 08:00:48 -0700

Once you have your perfect vacation all planned out, you have the daunting task of packing ahead of you. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about how you can pack for the whole family without taking too much, and not sweat the forgetful syndrome once you leave the house!

Ep 5: Planning the Perfect Vacation

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 17 May 2010 08:00:48 -0700

Planning your vacation can be a thrill. But if you don’t keep your hands on the reins, the process can quickly spiral out of control, and cost you plenty in the process. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about how you can plan the perfect vacation, and satisfy the whole family along the way!

Ep 4: Spring Cleaning

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 10 May 2010 08:00:44 -0700

Does the idea of Spring Cleaning cause you to break out in cold sweats? Don't fear! You can give your home the perfect seasonal once-over if you break it up in pieces, and work your plan. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about spring cleaning, and how you can make all your seasonal cleaning chores fun and productive!

Ep 3: The Touch it Once Rule

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 03 May 2010 08:00:48 -0700

Nikki wrote about the "touch it once" rule on the blog and has since plagued us with guilt when we don't put things in their proper place as we use them! How did the application of "touch it once" go in the Kinzer house? This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the "touch it once" rule, and how to apply it in your home without getting caught up in protocol!

Ep 2: The Emotional Connection

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:15:48 -0700

For many of us, we carry a clear emotional connection to our stuff. Things take on personalities, character, mood, all of which makes it that much harder to say goodbye when it's time to clear the clutter. This week on the show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright talk about the human nature of stuff, and how to break the emotional ties that bind us to things we no longer need!

Ep 1: The Office Closet

shows@rashpixel.com (Rash Pixel) — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 09:41:56 -0700

It doesn't take long for a closet to become the Bermuda Triangle of stuff. From old games to gloves and hats to jackets you haven't worn in years. On this week's show, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright take on a particularly sticky breed: the office closet. How do you tame the beast in your workspace? Tune in this week to learn how!