Getting organized is a great way to bring about change.  We feel honored to count the brilliant Vicki Norris of Restoring Order as a friend. 

 

Vicki has 2 simple steps for you to "order your life" in 2009.

 

#1 Replace your resolutions with Priorities.  All too often we make goals and resolutions for the New Year that have faded by February.  We feel discouraged, defeated, and ashamed that we've let ourselves down.  Now we can't cross those goals of our list.  This year, list your priorities instead.  Priorities are not the same thing as goals.  They are guiding life values.  Your priorities might include:

"being an engaged parent",  "investing in the quality of your marriage", or "growing a reputable, sustainable business".  These ongoing priorities will guide you as you make choices in the coming year about how you will invest your time and energy.  Most importantly, living your true priorities will help you put first things first and enhance your quality of life.

 

#2 Commit time to order you life.  If you think about it, nothing is more important than living the life you were meant to live.  So many things (including your state of disorganization) could be holding you back from living to your full potential... including: "out of control bills that steal your limited resources", "crowded kitchen countertops that force you to eat out", or "messy, embarrassing rooms that prevent hospitality".  Disorganization is a distraction and a drain, it is costing you more than you think. 

 

Make 2009 the year that you commit to  order YOUR life and tackle your hot spots like those mentioned above.  If you commit time in your schedule to address the disorganization that is plaguing you, soon you'll find yourself with more sanity and purpose.

 

Vicki's firm of professional organizers at Restoring Order are an excellent resource to help you get started.  Her experienced firm can spend in-valuable time with you and map out a plan to help you accomplish your goals and GET ORGANIZED!  Vicki is a known for her public speaking, regular television appearances on local network shows like A.M. Northwest and Fox TV's "Better".  She is also author of the books "Restoring Order for Your Home" and "Mission: Organization". For more information see Vicki's website at www.RestoringOrder.com.