L.A. Organizing Blog and Organizing on T.V

I am enjoying the postings of John Trosko of OrganizingLA. I particularly LOVE this post about how long it *really* takes to create organising TV programmes. Having worked as a presenter on Australian TV, I know first hand the long hours involved to create even just a few minutes of television. John’s post talks about Monica Ricci contributing between 85-100 hours per make-over/episode of Clean House – that’s all the meetings, sourcing products, client liasion, hands on work, on camera presenting etc. I can relate to that- it’s an accurate figure. Organising takes time! Working as a presenter, a 12 hour day (with minimal breaks) is standard. A long-ish day is 14 or 16 hours… but almost twenty years ago, when I worked as a production assistant on TV commericals, I once worked 22 hours straight on a big budget shoot. Never again!

Collectors tonight!

Tonight’s the night I’m on the Collectors on ABC TV. Tune in at 8pm to hear about my collection of snow domes and how I manage them (also their ‘ending’ – which you might find bizarre!) Details here.

And while we’re speaking ABC TV, I just read that the Chaser boys pretty much doubled their ratings this week thanks to their OPEC, I mean APEC tom foolery…. LOVE THE CHASER!

Flying Solo

Flying Solo is Australia’s online community for solo business owners. If you are one of Australia’s million soloists or have dreams to strike out on your own, you are sure to find inspiration and advice amongst Flying Solo’s 300+ articles, which have been written with you in mind.

My experience as a Professional Organiser, qualified trainer, author and TV Presenter is on show at Flying Solo, an on-line resource brimming with small business advice. You can read my articles here.
Check out my latest article – how to declutter your desk!

$20,000 reward for lost photos

ouch… this woman lost all the family photos.. had they backed up? Yes, but the back up CDs were kept in the same bag that the laptop was…. ouch, ouch, ouch….

Has your lack of organisation ever cost you in a big way? Any regrets? Is there something you can’t currently lay your hands on?

recipes for organising

Well, my little book (small, but fat) has arrived from the printers. It contains over 250 organising tips – as well as truths, techniques and lots of how-tos … I think you’ll love it! The how-to’s are just like recipes (clever!) cover everything from work and paper to on the go and living. The publishers think this book will “transform your life”. I just think it’s practical and inspiring! but I would say that, wouldn’t I?

In stores October 10th, you will also be able to purchase a signed copy direct from www.sorted.net.au (even better, go to www.sorted.net.au/newsletter and sign up for my free monthly newsletter so you’ll be first to know as soon as they’re available…. next month we’re going to have a couple of new products too! Hooray!