Streamline Your Printing Cartridge Costs

Any way you slice it – - – a busy home office; just a simple computer and printer; or a small business bustling with printer stations – - – printing can get expensive! Printer cartridges add up to a small fortune and they always run out just when you need to print one thing. If you are organized enough, you can be better prepared. And if you are a thrifty consumer, then you better know about Cartridge World.

In graduate school our text books were online. Being a visual leaner, I had to print out all my books and materials. I credit Cartridge World with helping me through graduate school. And when I met Nancy Mehta, our Little Miss Efficiency printers have been in love with Cartridge World ever since.

Cartridge World is the world’s fastest growing ink and toner refilling retailer. They refill and re-manufacture inkjet and toner printer cartridges, using state-of-the-art processes and high quality inks and toners. In the Valley, Nancy and Sham Mehta own two Cartridge World’s and they offer the best cartridges around. With their 100% satisfaction-money-back guarantee, the Mehtas will not only delivery qualifying cartridge orders to your door, but their stores help the environment by keeping cartridges out of landfills. Cartridge World was voted #1 in the category of toner replacement services by Entrepreneur Magazine for 2010

With two stores conveniently located in the Valley, Cartridge World is the ONLY cartridge provider for our business and our clients. I guarantee their prices cannot be beat and their customer service is stupendous.

Like myself, Mehta is an ambassador with the Henderson Chamber of Commerce; as well as a member of the Billionaire Business Club and many other networking groups. So many that Mehta is the author of the popular weekly, Nancy’s Networking Newsletter, which highlights networking events. The Mehtas are originally from Connecticut and have two sons who are both planning on becoming doctors. Their daughter and her husband gave them their first grandchild who just turned one. You can visit Nancy’s Cartridge World store at http://www.cartridgeworld.com/usa/usa781/ or phone them direct with your printer model and cartridge numbers to compare your savings at 702.586.0634.

Contact Wendy on how to organize and streamline your printing zone, or for other printing productivity tips at www.littlemissefficiency.com. You can also email info@littlemissefficiency.com or call us locally 702.673.0624.

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Not Your Ordinary File System!

Did you ever think filing and paper management could be fun and colorful? With the MyVitalFiles® system, you will find a little pep in your step. These artfull-designed folders are like no other. They are uniquely designed to allow titles to sit above the top edge of a hanging file folder – eliminating the need for plastic tabs and making inserts.

This beautiful filing system contains 80 decorative, color-coded, collated, pre-labeled file folders, 10 blank folders, two sheets of 22 additional labels, one sheet of 22 blank labels, and a reference guide.  The system automatically aligns all of your labels in categorical groupings. Each of the 80 pre-labeled and 10 unlabeled folders is reversible – with  different colors inside and out, for more flexibility.  

All of the Little Miss Efficiency files are in MyVitalFiles®. For four years, even before our company began, we started creating our business files with MyVitalFiles®. They are simply beautiful to look at and creative clients absolutely love them for their own paper-organizing efforts. These files are also perfect for your desktop “hot” files!

Peggy and Steve Thayer created and trademarked the brilliant MyVitalFiles® system. are color-coded filing system designed for simplicity, efficiency, and organization. Steve is a Certified Financial Planner and psychotherapist, and Peggy is a graphic designer.

After Peggy’s father had passed away and she had to assister her mother pull together the necessary paperwork for the lawyer, accountant, insurance company, bank and other agencies requiring assorted documents pertaining to the settlement of his estate. Peggy found herself drowning in a sea of 52 years of papers, files and folders! Peggy felt compelled to put her home filing system into a physical form that was smart, stylish and simple to use…and MyVitalFiles®  was born. You can visit Peggy and her husband at www.myvitalfiles.com

Contact Wendy on ordering her all-time favorite MyVitalFiles®,  or for her specialized filing tips at www.littlemissefficiency.com. You can also email info@littlemissefficiency.com or call us locally 702.673.0624 for file systems set up.  If you would like to learn more about organizing or hiring your own professional organizer to get your files in order, please contact Little Miss Efficiency.

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A New Way to File

When you mention “filing” few positive emotions and reactions come to mind…unless you are professional organizer. For years, my trusty label-maker and I have brought order to countless client’s personal and professional files. But Karen Roehl’s invention, called FIFI™ — File It and Find It™ — just goes to show you that you CAN even teach an old dog new tricks! With FIFI™, there really is no need for a label maker or file indices (the tabs that insert into files.)

Roehl’s (FIFI™) is a color-coded filing system designed for simplicity, efficiency, and organization.  It comes ready to use with existing home or small business filing systems.  FIFI™ can also be used to create a new filing system.  Whether you are incorporating FIFI™ into an existing system or creating a new system, set up FIFI™ and literally you are ready to File It and Find It™!

What I love about FIFI™,  is its simplicity, uniformity and colors. Rather than over categorize your files, a common mistake, FIFI™ has the basic necessities for any home filing system. FIFI™ had done the work for you.  Anyone who uses it has an instant filing system that is easy to follow! FIFI™ only needs a box of files and a drawer or file crate to work with. The hard cardboard card stand up beautifully and uniformly in hanging file folders (as shown above.)

Karen Roehl, owner of Clear Living®, Inc., is a Clarity Coach and Life Organizer who has helped individuals, families, and businesses to clarify their lives for more than 10 years. She is passionate about helping individuals and families to clear their clutter and get organized in their personal and professional lives. She brings a unique and compassionate approach to those wanting to create a new reality with their paper, space, time, and projects. You can visit her at www.clearliving.biz.

Contact Wendy on ordering her favorite FIFI™,  or for her simple tactics on filing at www.littlemissefficiency.com. You can also email info@littlemissefficiency.com or call us locally 702.673.0624 for file systems set up.  If you would like to learn more about organizing or hiring your own professional organizer to get your files simplified and in order, please contact Little Miss Efficiency.

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David Allen’s Getting Things Done – The Art of Stress-Free Productivity

One of my newest, favorite books is David Allen’s Getting Things Done – The Art of Stress-Free Productivity. GTD, the popular shorthand for Getting Things Done, is really the gold standard in personal management and is used by the world’s best and brightest executives and companies. Learn how to get meaningful things done with the least amount of invested attention and energy!

Allen simplifies the concept of every day work and all the “stuff” that goes with those responsibilities. At one time or another we are all guilty of inappropriately managing commitments. But GTD helps you inventory them and review them in a more systematic way. Allen’s GTD helps you get “on your game” with “six horizons” of commitments to follow: purpose, vision, goals, areas of focus, projects, and actions.

The human brain has limited capabilities when it comes to holding information. This especially rings true for me, with my own short-term memory issues. Allen eloquently describes how to capture your “incompletes” and “open loops” while establishing a “collection bucket” to get it all done in the most productive fashion.

Use this book’s common sense to inventory and organize all your commitments. If you would like to learn more about David Allen and his GTD phenomenon, visit his website at http://www.davidco.com/what_is_gtd.php.  If you would like to learn more about being more productive or working with your own personal organizing coach, please contact Little Miss Efficiency’s at 702.673.0624 or info@littlemissefficiency.com

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Why the Staples Henderson store is my favorite!

It is so no secret that as a professional organizer, I absolutely love shopping at the office supply stores, looking for the latest and greatest products to keep my clients organized.  Some stores have special things, you can’t get at others.

However, Staples has MANY special things that keeps me coming back on an almost-weekly basis. Not only is the staff friendly, but the whole store’s vibe is way better than other office supply giants.

First of all, the Staples Henderson staff never changes. They always remember your name, greet every guest who enters the store, and ask if he or she needs help. It truly is service with a smile at Staples. And what small business owner doesn’t love that?!

 When Staples Henderson had its grand opening last year, I jumped for joy and ran to the ribbon cutting as an ambassador for the Henderson Chamber of Commerce. And let me tell you, they put together one of the best grand openings I’ve seen! Yeah, the then-mayor was there (pictured with me below) but I was more excited about the Staples-brand, newest, orange, stand up stapler they gave to each attendee!

I love the Staples staff and am proud to say I know each one by name! They are the most helpful professionals when it comes of office supplies in the Valley. Staples even introduced me to the “Really Useful Box” line that is an organizer’s dream.

Don’t let its size fool you! This new line of boxes is available exclusively at Staples (in store, not online yet). The “Really Useful Boxes” (yes that’s actually their name) come in a variety of colors and sizes. The smaller ones (around the size of your cell phone, or smaller) for $1, $2 and $3 are are found near Staples’ registers, are perfect for medicine cabinets, drawers and tight desk spaces. Their signature blue and grey handles snap, for a tight, organized closure. Contact Wendy for Really Useful Box ideas and organizing at info@littlemissefficiency.com or 702.673.0624.

 

If you would like to learn more about the Staples Henderson store, check out their website at http://www.staples.com.  Here is the link for my Staples store in Henderson, Nevada.

If you would like to learn more about how to organize your office or what organizing products would work best for you, please contact Little Miss Efficiency’s professional organizers at 702.673.0624 or info@littlemissefficiency.com

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Organize Your Critical Life Information Electronically

 

You’ve got multiple passwords, log on ids, their particular website portals, telephone numbers, bank account information, spouse’s information, kids’ information…all floating around in your head. Hopefully you remember it all, all the time, right? What do you do when you’re on the road, stuck at the office, or need critical medical information at the hospital? What do you do when you need these tidbits of information right now? If you are tired of personal papers all over the place and want to start moving to a more convenient, electronic lifestyle, I have the software for you!

After all, an efficient document storage system is one of the best ways to stay organized. Ease the overwhelming task of organizing your information clutter with Orggit – the online, ddigital filing cabinet with 56 customizable tabs and storage space for approximately 10,000 documents. And up to 10 family members, with individual access rights can be added.

From vital health information to everyday passwords, Orggit will help you manage life’s most important information, securely, in one convenient place. Orggit has a simple interface with four distinct sections–Wallet, Medical, Accounts and Codes, and Filing Cabinet. The information is stored securely and there is an iPhone app so it is completely mobile. Orggit seems mission critical for parents, teachers, students, caregivers, and your financial advisors.

Think about you and your family’s current document management process. If it is not working, Orggit can ultimately save you time searching for missing information and sorting through the disorganized information clutter. Orggit has aautomatic reminders for the expiration of your driver’s license, credit cards and passport too. The benefits are endless and very affordable at $49 annually.

If you would like to learn more about Orggit, check out their website at www.orggit.com. If you would like to learn more about how to organize your important life documents, please contact LME directly at 702.673.0624 or info@littlemissefficiency.com Written by Wendy A. Miller, CEO and Founder of Little Miss Efficiency, wwwlittlemisseffiency.com, 702.673.0624. COPYRIGHT: This article may not be reprinted or quoted anywhere without written permission.  This email is protected by copyright. Copying of this article – or of any works presented or recommended by Wendy A. Miller – is strictly prohibited. These works may not be reprinted in any form on any website, blog, book, ebook, or any other form without the express written permission of Wendy A. Miller. All rights reserved.

Control Your Cord Clutter

Do the cords behind your computer look like an octopus on crack? Do you have so many cords than unplugging anything is a major project?   

 

Nothing is more annoying than a pile of messy cords. Control cord clutter with this clever organising product. These cord organisers are called Dotz and can be found at Solutions.com. For the set, they cost under $10 before shipping and tax.

 

With Dotz™ Identifiers, you’ll never mistake one plug for another and accidentally unplug the wrong one. You get 10 reusable colored Dotz, 24 icon tabs and 12 blank tabs to keep computer, home entertainment, camera, cell phone, MP3 and wireless devices straight.

 

If you would like to learn more about how to get rid of your cord clutter, how to buy these Dotz, or better organise your office, call Little Miss Efficiency Organising Services and Consulting for a consultation at 702.673.0624 or info@littlemissefficiency.com. You can also listen to Little Miss Efficiency Organising Services and Consulting’s radio appearances that stream live worldwide, on KLAV 1230 AM – The Talk of Las Vegas at www.littlemissefficiency.com. Just click on the KLAV link.

 

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Stop Letting Time Escape You

Better time management is something you must work on every day. If you feel like that hamster on the wheel, it’s definitely time for a mindset change. Time is not the villain. You can control it. Just be vigilant with protecting your time and meeting all your deadlines. It will not just magically improve for you in one day. Here are some baby steps to get better at managing your schedule and getting it all done.

 

IDENTIFY PEAK PRODUCTIVITY TIMES

Consider when you are the most/least productive. Are you are morning person? A night owl? When are you most motivated and have the most energy? When you are feeling your best, that is your best, personal productive time. If you schedule a task that you truly dislike during a time when you are least productive it’s unlikely the task will ever get done.

 

WHEN ARE YOU AT YOUR BEST

Do most tedious or difficult tasks then. Like reports, expense reports, paperwork you hate etc.  But schedule that task when you are  the most productive and you will be sure to get it done quickly, with less mistakes and a better attitude. Listen to your moods.

 

TIME LOG

How much time do things really take? For two days, jot down what you are doing, when you are doing it and how long it is taking you. This time log is more than likely to surprise you. You will see how much time is wasted in many unexpected ways. Often it appears that the busier you feel the more time is wasted.

 

If you would like to learn more about time management, and how  to better organise your time, call Little Miss Efficiency Organising Services and Consulting for a consultation at 702.673.0624 or info@littlemissefficiency.com. You can also listen to Little Miss Efficiency Organising Services and Consulting’s radio appearances that stream live worldwide, on KLAV 1230 AM – The Talk of Las Vegas at www.littlemissefficiency.com. Just click on the KLAV link.

 

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What does it mean to be organised really?

So what does it mean to be organised? Being organised is more than just being neat, and having things tidy. It’s about finding what you need, when you need it, where you need it …or use it for that matter.

 

So if you always take your shoes off in the first floor home office, and that is the last place you always go on your way out the door, you should probably have a closed cabinet shoe storage area in that office.  If you always open your mail in the garage, every day, then you should have a shredder and mail sorting system in the garage.

 

When you are better organised, life is easier. You don’t have to hunt all over the place looking for things. You have the tools you need, when and where you need them. You wouldn’t want your wardrobe on the 1^st floor, if you always get dressed in your master bedroom on the 2^nd floor, would you?

 

Organising does take time, but the benefit outweighs the chaos and stress of searching for things. Being organised means you have permanent homes for everything, so there is no question where something goes.

 

If you would like to learn more about productivity or enlisting in the help of a professional organiser,  call Little Miss Efficiency Organising Services and Consulting for a consultation at 702.673.0624 or info@littlemissefficiency.com. You can also listen to Little Miss Efficiency Organising Services and Consulting past appearances that stream live worldwide, on KLAV 1230 AM – The Talk of Las Vegas at www.littlemissefficiency.com. Just click on the KLAV link.

 

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Manage Your Time Better and Be More Productive

 

It’s about time to look at what is and is not working for you. It takes time to achieve goals. Are you focusing and achieving all yours? Chances are you are short for time and always wishing for more. You can achieve more 2009 goals with better time management. Here are seven time management tips from Little Miss Efficiency.

 

1) Practice with Patience

Better time management is something you must actively work on every day. It will not just magically improve for you in one day. Rather, it takes baby steps and practice to get better at managing your schedule. A little effort every day will make a whole world of difference.

 

2) Wiggle it

Mimic what successful doctors do. Build in “wiggle room,” or 15 minutes breaks, into your daily calendar. Based on an eight-hour work day, shoot for scheduling four “wiggle spots” daily. You will be glad you did, especially when those meetings spill over or an unexpected emergency blows up.

 

3) Dedicated Time Chunks

Organise your day by carving out “chunks of time” on your calendar, specifically

dedicated to key projects and task completion. Instead of answering every call and

responding to every email as they arrive, dedicate specific time for these tasks. You will be less distracted and better focused.

 

4) Break it Down

Break larger projects and responsibilities into small strategic and tactical categories. If you have a major presentation coming up, schedule time on your calendar to compete the intro, the research, the graphics, etc. You will be better prepared, have more time to thing about the details, and less stressed at the last minute.

 

5) Clear your Desktop

All of us spend quite a bit of time on our laptops and computers. So make that electronic desktop clear of electronic clutter. Delete shortcuts and icons you don’t use. Keep your email ‘in’ box as empty as possible by using electronic folders. Break away from using your email box.

 

If you would like to learn more about improving your productivity and time management,  and would like the assistance of a professional organiser, call Little Miss Efficiency Organising Services and Consulting for a consultation at 702.673.0624 or info@littlemissefficiency.com. You can also listen to Little Miss Efficiency Organising Services and Consulting live, streaming live worldwide, on KLAV 1230 AM – The Talk of Las Vegas on the first Thursday of the month, at 1 pm pst at www.klav1230am.com.

 

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