Overview
"Reading this book is like getting advice from a trusted friend. Jamie's non-judgmental, conversational style put me at ease immediately. I felt like she had popped by and we had chatted over a cup of coffee. The last thing that someone who is dealing with clutter needs is more guilt! Jamie makes it seem manageable to conquer clutter."- Judith Leblein, Host of EBTV "Conversations" and WCTC 1450AM Radio Personality
"The best part is you don't have to know anything to get started! Jamie covers everything from start to finish."
- Ramona Creel, Owner of the award-winning www.OnlineOrganizing.com
"Chock-full of simple, easy-to-apply tips and ideas to help you get organized. This is a great organizing reference to read, refer to often, and enjoy!"
- Maria Gracia, Author of Finally Organized, Finally Free (www.GetOrganizedNow.com)
"At last - an organizing book that strives for progress instead of perfection. Jamie Novak's 1001 Best Organizing Secrets is real help for real people. Jamie understands that your house doesn't have to be perfect, you just need to be able to find your car keys."
- Lisa Earle McLeod, Syndicated columnist and author of Forget Perfect (Penguin/Putnam)
Synopsis
No-fail organizing tips from the founder of Clutterproofing products.
Library Journal
For those who just need to get rid of clutter or become more productive, not revamp their whole life, one of these books may be the ticket. Professional organizer Novack designed her guide for multitasking, overscheduled, just-saw-it-here-a-minute-ago people who need simple, straightforward instructions for de-cluttering. Although she addresses the whys and wherefores of the cluttering mentality, she cuts to the chase with practical tips to help straighten out rooms, financial records, office surfaces, and more. One can easily browse the book and pick out pertinent chapters. Guaranteed to circulate during its first week on the shelf; recommended for all libraries. A productivity expert, Stack (Leave the Office Earlier) applies her skills to the homefront. Through a series of quizzes and exercises, readers determine how certain personality traits may be getting in the way of using time effectively. She devotes a chapter each to eight pillars of personal productivity-plans, priorities, and pets-that support successful lives. While Stack's stance is valuable, her narrative is heavy on the verbiage. The time-stretched may become overwhelmed just browsing the book. Libraries with the budget for several books on organizing can purchase both Novak's and Stack's books. If one has to choose, Novak's is the more useful to its designated population. Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.