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Tips and Tricks
Tips, Tricks, and Insights
These are some insights that I've gained when dealing with several organizing issues and hotspots. If you can take away a tip or two, you're on the right track, there is no fit for all! You've got this (and if you need help, you're in the right place!).
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Minimalism vs Organization
I think there is a misconception about working with an organizer or organization in general - I will have to get rid of all my things!...

Shannon McKinney
Jan 8, 20242 min read


Back to School: Tips for a Smooth Transition
The countdown has begun… are you ready? getting ready? dreading it? excited about it? Here are a few back to school tips to get you a...

Shannon McKinney
Aug 6, 20232 min read


Let's Talk Organizing Products...
Do you walk into The Container Store or Home Goods and get excited? Inspired? Overwhelmed? All of the above? I’m here to provide you with...

Shannon McKinney
Jul 18, 20232 min read


What is aspirational clutter and how can it affect you?
Let’s talk about aspirational clutter: the exercise equipment that you bought in the hopes it would inspire you to work out more often, the dress you know you’ll eventually fit back into, the juicer taking up space on your counter because you intended to add more fresh produce into your diet… you get the idea. It's not "clutter" in the general sense but what you see and think to yourself" one day", maybe with a sigh. Aspirational clutter is what you hold onto that doesn’t rep

Shannon McKinney
Apr 10, 20232 min read


Spend More, Buy Less, Save More!
Sound confusing? What if you actually spent a little more money on, say, a piece of clothing, causing you to buy less and ultimately save more? At the ripe old age of 52, I have seen firsthand the denigration of quality among our goods over the last few decades. This might seem practical and intuitive once I lay it all out. If you’re looking to have or consume less while truly getting more, read on… My mother had impeccable style and I definitely inherited her love of clothin

Shannon McKinney
Mar 13, 20232 min read


The Most Common Thought When Hiring an Organizer
From an 8,000 square foot home to an 800 square foot apartment, I’m almost always greeted with something similar: “Is this the worst...

Shannon McKinney
Jan 11, 20231 min read


Why Hire a Professional Organizer?
I recently had an opportunity to meet and “pitch” to a lot of new women at holiday showcase for female business owners. It had been awhile since I had to try to explain what I do and it got me thinking about some benefits professional organizers can bring to the table. Let’s get into it! Time: Let’s face it, time is a scarce resource. I have to admit, when my own systems get out of whack (I’m looking at you, linen closet) I need to have the time as well as be in the mood to t

Shannon McKinney
Nov 10, 20222 min read


General Organizing Tips
So you’re ready to tackle your kitchen, your pantry, closet, playroom, or entire home: yay, you!!! Let me share a few things that may...

Shannon McKinney
Jun 11, 20222 min read


Setting Your Teen Up for Success...
With Some Basic Organizing Habits It’s been awhile since I’ve written any new tips and tricks, I’m so glad you’re here! I recently...

Shannon McKinney
Mar 20, 20223 min read


Pantry Organization
With the changing of the season and the holidays upon us, I thought I would share a few tips and tricks to get your pantry in tip-top...

Shannon McKinney
Nov 6, 20202 min read


Fall Closet Refresh
As we head into October, I’m anticipating the upcoming fall season and all that it brings. Although we don’t get much cooler temps in...

Shannon McKinney
Sep 28, 20202 min read


Bookcase Styling Tips
I absolutely love styling bookcases! We have built-in bookcases in our master bedroom and my former home office and when they are kept...

Shannon McKinney
Sep 14, 20203 min read


How to Successfully Organize Your Home Office
“Where’s my…?”, “Did someone move my…?” Can anyone relate to this? Whether you are working remotely during this time or utilizing a home...

Shannon McKinney
Sep 2, 20202 min read


Back to School
It’s almost that time…back to school! Whether your child(ren) are attending class in person, distance learning, or a hybrid system, I...

Shannon McKinney
Aug 12, 20202 min read


Organization, Productivity, & Decision Fatigue
Steve Jobs consistently wore black turtlenecks, jeans, and New Balance sneakers? Mark Zuckerberg claims to have over 20 identical grey tee s

Shannon McKinney
Jul 21, 20202 min read


Meal Planning and Grocery Shopping
Ready to get some tips on saving both time and money? Here’s how I do it….

Shannon McKinney
Jul 14, 20202 min read
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