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The Organize with Lisa Blog
Practical guidance for creating organized, functional spaces
Read the OWL blog for organizing ideas, real-world tips, and insights from our work in homes and businesses. Topics include decluttering, systems that last, gift ideas, and ways to improve flow and function in everyday spaces.
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Moving Soon? Here are 5 Tips for Staying Organized While You Pack
Moving Soon? Here are 5 Tips for Staying Organized while you Pack.
Lisa Harris
Jun 21, 20214 min read
Decluttering for Dementia: 7 Organization Tips for Caregivers
There’s no doubt about it. Caring for someone with dementia can be a physically and emotionally demanding and draining experience. Not...
Lisa Harris
May 7, 20214 min read
An Interview with Lisa
I recently had the opportunity to share a little bit about my background, how I'm different than other organizers, and what to expect...
Lisa Harris
Mar 21, 20213 min read
Checking in on your New Year’s Resolutions:
3 questions you should ask when your resolve starts to slip We’ve all been there. The clock strikes midnight on January 1st, and we get...
Lisa Harris
Jan 30, 20213 min read
Holidays causing you hassle? 5 Tips to help you stress less through the holidays
Twinkling lights, festive decorations, time spent with loved ones, nostalgic music and movies, and lots of delicious treats – there’s a...
Lisa Harris
Dec 9, 20206 min read
Transformation Tuesday: Under the Bathroom Vanity
Bathrooms are small but they still need to function. On this Transformation Tuesday we reorganize under the bathroom vanity.
Lisa Harris
Nov 24, 20202 min read
Why Now is the Perfect Time to Consider Virtual Organizing
Did you know that it’s possible to organize with me virtually? Whether you are looking to declutter or you have a particular project in mind
Lisa Harris
Nov 1, 20202 min read
Pantry, Closets, and Lids, Oh My!
I recently worked with a mom of two young children, looking to keep up with her family's fast-paced lifestyle. Working from home, because...
Lisa Harris
Sep 7, 20201 min read
Preparing for the Sale
Shortly before the recent stay-at-home orders, I was asked to help prepare this Bergen County home in advance of putting it on the market.
Lisa Harris
Jun 7, 20201 min read
Looking Forward
The past two weekends gave us a peek at what our lives may look like moving forward, following the announcement of new gathering rules....
Lisa Harris
Jun 1, 20202 min read
#asktheORGANIZER webinar - May 7th
Join me for my "Ask The Organizer" webinar. It'll be a lot of fun as we discuss strategies to help manage your day, your workspace,...
Lisa Harris
May 1, 20201 min read
OWL in the News: Homescape
I contributed to the Bergen Record article "Spring Cleaning Ritual Takes on More Significance" with guidance on ways to be productive...
Lisa Harris
Apr 11, 20201 min read
A Virtual Organizing Before & After
A client came to me because she was unable to walk into her pantry. Without direction, she lost motivation and put off facing it months.
Lisa Harris
Mar 22, 20201 min read
Organize with Lisa ... Virtually!
Is virtual organizing right for you? Read about how I work remotely with clients and let’s set up time to discuss how it can work for...
Lisa Harris
Mar 18, 20201 min read
Making a Difference in Our Community
Each January at NAPO, we give back to our communities through GO (“Get Organized”) Month. Yesterday, our chapter, NAPO NNJ, visited La...
Lisa Harris
Jan 26, 20202 min read
OWL in 201 Magazine!
Happy New Year! Check out the January issue of 201 Magazine. I'm featured in an article on How to Keep your New Year's Resolutions with...
Lisa Harris
Jan 1, 20201 min read
Create A Memory, the Perfect Holiday Gift
This holiday, when it comes to finding the perfect gift, I’m trying something different. Instead of just buying “stuff”, this year I’m...
Lisa Harris
Nov 21, 20192 min read
Coaching the Coach
Jill Friedbauer is a physical therapist, an author, and an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who uses a holistic approach to reducing...
Lisa Harris
Oct 13, 20192 min read
A welcoming and functional basement!
"Lisa has been absolutely helpful, thoughtful and understanding to me and my family. She was so patient and considerate right from the very
Lisa Harris
Sep 15, 20191 min read
Free October Shredding: Mahwah, Montvale, WCL, USR and more!
UPDATE!!! The secure disposal of sensitive paper is so important that communities incorporate paper shredding into their public services....
Lisa Harris
Sep 13, 20191 min read
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