As fall approaches, it is time to assess the upcoming organizational challenges that a new season can sometimes bring. This means getting those summer items packed away and preparing for football season, cooler temperatures, and the fast-approaching holidays. How ready are you?
Hot tips for a cooler head:
1) Keep summer gear (clothing, pool/beach items) close at hand until September 15th, depending on where you live. Here in the southern states, short sleeves and jet skis are still worn well into September. Once the temps start to drop some, be ready to pack away those items in airtight containers or space-saving storage bags and label accordingly. This is also a great time to purge clothing and items that are no longer worn or used so they won't hang around to clutter your closets throughout the winter months.
2) It is never too early to start thinking about the holidays. Start thinking about that never-ending gift-giving list when you have a quiet moment. I like to save my list in the front of my December monthly planner or on a memo in Outlook. This way you will know where it is when you need it and you can easily add to it at a moment's notice. Some websites and stores even start having sales on holiday merchandise at this time of year to avoid having overstock when the season approaches. You can find some great deals when shopping early!
3) Fall is also a perfect time to do some "fall cleaning" around the home! Sweep or blow out those dusty garages, donate unused clothing or toys, and purge any old papers in the office that add to the clutter.
4) Is your yearly "daytimer" calendar updated and ready to go? If you use Outlook as your calendar, make sure all computer software is updated so there will be no unexpected glitches. Are you a "list" person? Make sure you have plenty of paper ready for the busy weeks ahead.
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