Home Organization
Let Go Like the Leaves: Your Pre-Holiday Declutter Guide
Feeling overwhelmed before the holidays? Discover why fall is the perfect time
7 Best Easy Spring DIY Projects
Spring - the season of change. The turning point millions around the
Transform Your Garage: Easy Steps to Create a Clean and Organized Space
When most people move into a new home, they picture their cars
How to Get Organized Before a Move
Navigating Downsizing in Retirement: How to Handle a Too-Big Home
Downsizing can be a smart decision for seniors. However, it can also
Save Space In Your Kitchen With This Faucet
I recently discovered a new gorgeous faucet that provides filtered water without
One Thing This Professional Organizer Would Never Do In Her Home
In a recent article published in Reader’s Digest, one of my organizing
5 Smart Spice Storage Tips
Reprinted with permission from hgtv.com They say variety is the spice of
A Bachelor’s Laundry Closet Becomes Functional
Situation: When you don’t have a full laundry room, sometimes you need
Organizing School Papers
Dear Kathi, I have three children, ages 17 through 26 years. I
5 Tips for a Smooth Landing After a Summer Vacation
The reason people go on vacation is to escape the demands and
Some Useful Links for You to Get Started
When most people move into a new home, they picture their cars
Organizing Tips and Tricks For Hosting a Party
Summertime is the perfect season for organizing and hosting outdoor parties and
Moving is Easier When You Are Organized
Less Clutter Helps You Find Lost Things
I recently came across an article that talked about clutter in a new
Preparation Will Bring Peace To Your Holidays
As the holidays approach, you might find yourself wishing for more hours
The TOP 13 Most Thoughtful and Clutter-Free Gift Ideas
Nine Holiday Attire Style Tips
If you are tired of wearing the standard red and green holiday
14 Simple Tips To Reduce Stress and Enjoy Your Thanksgiving Dinner
Set your alarm Set the alarm for the morning of Thanksgiving so
Organizing A Halloween Trunk N’ Treat Party In 9 Easy Steps
Are you planning an alternative Trunk'nTreat Halloween celebration for kids and families this year?
Organizing Your Refrigerator and Your Leftover Meals
5 Tips to Allergy-Proof Your Home and Stop Unwanted Allergy Invaders
Allergies affect one out of every five Americans in the United States.
Organizing The Zones Within Your Kitchen
Dear Kathi, I would like some tips on organizing my kitchen. I’ve
Is a Shoe Rack the Best Method for Organizing Shoes?
(Part One) (Part Two) Organizing shoes can become a burden when your
Home Office Organization
Overcoming the Friction Tax in Your Business
TL;DR The friction tax is the hidden price you pay every day
How to Create a Customer Follow-Up System That Works for a Small Business
TL;DR A customer follow-up system works when all of your contact information
Steve Job’s 10 Year Mistake
TL;DR Working harder won’t fix a stuck business. Kathi points to Steve
How to Know if Your Career Is Leaving You Unsatisfied
One of the most common gripes you’ll hear among people is how
Does Money = Freedom?
Get a Fresh Start With Your Finances
This the time when your holiday credit card bills come circling back
Less Clutter Helps You Find Lost Things
I recently came across an article that talked about clutter in a new
Finding the Perfect Little Black Dress aka Your Personal LBD
The Quest for the Perfect (LBD) Little Black Dress
Everyone needs one perfect LBD – otherwise known as the little black
Calling all Entrepreneurs – Take a Break!
If you are an entrepreneur you might feel overwhelmed and way too
Easy Tips to Increase Your Productivity
TL;DR Successful women entrepreneurs raise productivity by letting company values guide decisions,
Declutter And Organize Your Digital Clutter
TL;DR Declutter your digital life the way you would a closet. Sort
Tips For Getting Your InBox Amazingly Organized
TL;DR Many people use their inbox as a to-do list, keeping emails
Want to Become More Productive and Create More Hours in Your Day?
TL;DR Never check your email first thing in the morning. Every email
Recycling Your Old Batteries Is Easy
A client recently made this discovery about a new method for recycling
Need an Inspiring & Motivating Speaker for Your Next Annual Conference?
Kathi Burns, CPO® of addSpace To Your Life! presentations are custom tailored
3 Online Tools to Help You Stay Organized
TL;DR Three tools cover most people: RescueTime shows where your computer time
Business Casual Dress Code
TL;DR A reader starting a job with a business casual dress code
Organizing Mail
Choosing a Power Tie
Dear Kathi, My business partners make fun of my crazy ties with
Business Card Organizing
TL;DR Card boxes work until they fill up, and alphabetical binder sleeves
Organizing Your Home Office Paperwork and Creating a Good File System
TL;DR When work papers and personal papers mix, things get lost. Give
Organizing “To Do” List
Organizing for a Business Trip
Life Organization
Steve Job’s 10 Year Mistake
TL;DR Working harder won’t fix a stuck business. Kathi points to Steve
Create the Life of Your Dreams by Adding Space To Your Life!
Your ability to embrace change and create the life of your dreams
How To Organize Your Weight Loss Journey
Losing weight is a goal for many people to have better health
How to Get Organized Before a Move
How to Know if Your Career Is Leaving You Unsatisfied
One of the most common gripes you’ll hear among people is how
Navigating Downsizing in Retirement: How to Handle a Too-Big Home
Downsizing can be a smart decision for seniors. However, it can also
Does Money = Freedom?
Organizing and Planning Your Outdoor BBQ Party
Hosting a summer party can require as much or as little energy
Organizing School Papers
Dear Kathi, I have three children, ages 17 through 26 years. I
5 Tips for a Smooth Landing After a Summer Vacation
The reason people go on vacation is to escape the demands and
Organizing Tips and Tricks For Hosting a Party
Summertime is the perfect season for organizing and hosting outdoor parties and
Moving is Easier When You Are Organized
Less Clutter Helps You Find Lost Things
I recently came across an article that talked about clutter in a new
How to Brighten Up Your Plus Size Bridesmaids
While your wedding day is all about you and your future husband,
Preparation Will Bring Peace To Your Holidays
As the holidays approach, you might find yourself wishing for more hours
The TOP 13 Most Thoughtful and Clutter-Free Gift Ideas
Nine Holiday Attire Style Tips
If you are tired of wearing the standard red and green holiday
14 Simple Tips To Reduce Stress and Enjoy Your Thanksgiving Dinner
Set your alarm Set the alarm for the morning of Thanksgiving so
Finding the Perfect Little Black Dress aka Your Personal LBD
The Quest for the Perfect (LBD) Little Black Dress
Everyone needs one perfect LBD – otherwise known as the little black
Organizing A Halloween Trunk N’ Treat Party In 9 Easy Steps
Are you planning an alternative Trunk'nTreat Halloween celebration for kids and families this year?
5 Tips to Allergy-Proof Your Home and Stop Unwanted Allergy Invaders
Allergies affect one out of every five Americans in the United States.
Calling all Entrepreneurs – Take a Break!
If you are an entrepreneur you might feel overwhelmed and way too
Easy Tips to Increase Your Productivity
TL;DR Successful women entrepreneurs raise productivity by letting company values guide decisions,
Financial Organization
How to Create a Customer Follow-Up System That Works for a Small Business
TL;DR A customer follow-up system works when all of your contact information
Steve Job’s 10 Year Mistake
TL;DR Working harder won’t fix a stuck business. Kathi points to Steve
Organizing Business Finances
TL;DR Organizing your business finances comes down to four steps: open a
Get a Fresh Start With Your Finances
This the time when your holiday credit card bills come circling back
Want to Become More Productive and Create More Hours in Your Day?
TL;DR Never check your email first thing in the morning. Every email
Organizing for a Business Trip
Easy Ways To Prepare Your Tax Return Faster
If you are feeling overwhelmed as the April 15th tax deadline approaches,
How Long to Keep Taxes
One question that my clients frequently ask me is, “How long do
Tired of Being Buried Under Paperwork?
TL;DR Most paper piles shrink once you know what you can let
Zen and the Art of Bookkeeping – Simple Ways for WAHM’s to Master this Dreaded Task
TL;DR Bookkeeping gets easier for home-based business owners when you use small-business
Daily Tip #9: Money Can’t Buy Happiness
Your possessions can create a false reality of happiness. I recently read
Daily Tip #5: Confront the Cause of Your Clutter
There are many hidden reasons why people have cluttered surroundings. It could
Daily Tip #3: Switch to Online Banking and Turn off the Paper
TL;DR Switch to online banking so you can see your accounts any
Daily Tip #2: Manage Your Money Wisely
TL;DR Being disorganized with money costs you in late fees, last-minute prices
Want to teach your kids how to save money?
Tap into their video game passion and make their playtime pay off.
10 Things We Can Do To Achieve Balance
TL;DR Balance comes from small daily choices, not big overhauls. Kathi’s list
Holiday Finance and Time Organizing
Kathi, Do you have any suggestions on ways to save money and
Recycling and Donation Centers in San Diego County
Updated October 2026 Before you toss it, someone in San Diego County
Six Tips For Managing Your College Schedule
Your first year away at college can be stressful. After a long
Ten Steps to a Successful Career Change
TL;DR To change careers successfully, start by ranking what matters most to
Organizing Finances
TL;DR A recent graduate asked Kathi how to save enough to buy
Tax Return Testimonial
“Kathi’s tools and training are amazing. it took me 5 minutes to
Organizing for Taxes
Dear Kathi, This year my taxes took an overwhelming amount of time
Get Organized for Tax Time With Kathi Burns, CPO on KUSI
Get Organized for Taxes with Kathi on KUSI
There is help for employees who want to organize their money and stretch their paychecks
I have just learned about a new service for employees who want
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