Posts Tagged ‘Christa Wagner’
Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010
In our most recent teleclass, entitled Practical Feng Shui, we spoke with consultant and expert Ann Bingley Gallops of Open Spaces Feng Shui to learn what Feng Shui is, how it’s relevant to organizers, and ways in which re-arranging a space can change the feel and energy of a room.
For example, did you know that many people place their TV in ‘command position’ in their living rooms? Having the TV as the first thing one sees when one enters a room effectively makes it the master of the space, rather than the people living there! As a result, communication is decreased and the room feels more cold and uninviting. Simply turning the TV around or covering it up when it’s not in use can have a big impact on the functionality of the space.
If you’d like to increase your knowledge of Feng Shui and hear more of Ann’s ’superstition-free’ tips and tricks, click here to purchase this teleclass audio today! Like all of our classes, this may be applied towards your continuing education credits.
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Friday, October 29th, 2010
“You only have control over 3 things in your life-the thoughts you think, the images you visualize, and the actions you take. How you use those 3 things determines everything you experience.”
-Jack Canfield
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Wednesday, October 27th, 2010
Did you know that there are dozens of official designations for both the entire month and specific days or weeks? Many of them are silly–November is National Peanut Butter Lovers Month, for example–but if you’re looking for a topic to write about in an upcoming blog or newsletter, there are many that might be relevant to you and your buisness.
November is:
National Adoption Awareness Month
Good Nutrition Month
Family Stories Month
November 7-14th: Fraud Awareness Week
November 14-20th: National Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week
November 21st-28th: National Game and Puzzle Week
November 1st: National Give Up Your ‘Should’s Day
November 7th: Daylight Savings Ends
November 9th: National Young Readers Day
November 11th: Veterans Day
November 15th: America Recycles Day
November 18th: Use Less Stuff Day
November 25th: Thanksgiving
November 30th: Computer Security Day
For more information, check out Wikipedia’s lists of commemorative months and days, or take a look at this site by Library Support Staff. Or look for Chase’s Calendar of Events, the definitive resource, at your local bookstore or library.
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Friday, October 22nd, 2010
“For every obstacle there is a solution – over, under, around or through.”
–Dan Zadra
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Thursday, October 21st, 2010
Did you know that over half of consumers are more likely to buy from a brand and recommend that brand to their friends and family after becoming a fan or follower on Facebook? That 150 million of the over 500 million people on Facebook are constantly connected to the site through their mobile devices? That Facebook allows you to search for posts about your business or industry and target the people who need your services most?
Recently, e-mail marketing company Constant Contact hosted a webinar about Social Media Marketing with social media guru Brian Solis. In the webinar, Mr Solis discussed the advantages of marketing via social media, how to develop relationships with customers using social media, and characteristics of the ’social consumer’. For more information, check out Constant Contact’s social media page.
The advantages of using social media to attract and keep in touch with clients, friends, and family are clear, but a lot of people aren’t sure how to get started or what to do once they have an account. If you’re one of those people who keeps hearing about how great Facebook is, but you need a little help figuring out the site, join us next Tuesday (October 26th) for our upcoming teleclass: Facebook for Beginners. Designed for people with no previous Facebook or social media experience, this class will help you register for an account and get a feel for some of the features available to you. Learn how to create a profile, find and add your friends, set up a business page, and more!
Tags: A Red Bench, Angela Ploetz, Christa Wagner, Embrace Social Media, Facebook, Maximize your marketing, Professional Organizer Business, Professional Organizer Courses, Professional Organizer Education, Professional Organizing Classes, Professional Organizing Training, Red Bench, Red Bench Program, social media, Teleclasses
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Wednesday, October 20th, 2010
After our
Facebook for Beginners teleclass on
October 26th, join us for our next live teleclass on
November 1st, 2010 entitled Practical Feng Shui: A 5-Step Approach for Organziers.
Are you unsure how Feng Shui could actually help you or your clients? Do you wonder to yourself “what is Feng Shui”? Ann Gallops delivers her unique ’superstition-free’ approach to Feng-Shui. As a former professional organizer and NAPO Chapter President she understands the challenges organizers face with our clients. Ann will offer practical tips on how you can use Feng Shui both in your space and with your clients.
On this call you will learn:
- What is Feng Shui and how is it relevant to Organizing?
- The connection between clutter & Feng Shui.
- Where to start: Feng Shui’s three most important areas
- Key furniture placement principle to help the client take charge of their life
- What a Bagua map and how do you use one?
Interested? Click here to register today! And remember, if you’re interested in the class but won’t be able to make the call, registering ensures that you will receive a full recording of the class sent directly to your e-mail within a couple of business days of the call.
Tags: A Red Bench, Angela Ploetz, Christa Wagner, Professional Organizer Business, Professional Organizer Courses, Professional Organizer Education, Professional Organizing Classes, Professional Organizing Training, Red Bench Program, Teleclasses
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Friday, October 15th, 2010
In our most recent teleclass, we spoke with Hellen Buttigieg, author of Organizing Outside the Box. As I was preparing for this class, I discovered that I am an auditory learner. This was surprising to me, because I always assumed I was a visual learner, but once I learned this so many things made sense! It will really change how I do some things, and justifies many things I have thought about doing in the past with regard to my messages, reminders, and tasks.
I was very impressed with the book; it packs a lot of useful information in a short, easy-to-read style. You can literally read this book in an afternoon and start implementing her tips and tricks for the various learning styles in your home or office that same day.
You can order a copy of Orgainzing Outside the Box from Barnes & Noble or Amazon. Or leave a comment by October 27th telling me what space you would most like to organize, and you will be entered into a drawing to win a copy of the book. I will contact the winner in 7-10 business days of the drawing.
Additionally, if you missed our fantastic interview with Hellen and would like to learn more about how to ‘Organize In Your Own Learning Style’, you can purchase the teleclass from our website by clicking here.
Tags: A Red Bench, Angela Ploetz, Christa Wagner, Professional Organizer Business, Professional Organizer Courses, Professional Organizer Education, Professional Organizing Classes, Professional Organizing Training, Red Bench Program, Teleclasses
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Wednesday, October 13th, 2010
In our previous Facebook teleclasses (The NEW Facebook–Greatest Web Tool and Step Up Marketing Using Social Media) we realized there are many of you who want to join Facebook, but aren’t sure how to start. No longer a site just for high school and college students, Facebook is an amazing way for people of all ages to keep in touch with friends and family, as well as a potentially powerful business networking tool. Join us on Tuesday, October 26th for Facebook for Beginners. We will teach you how to join Facebook and navigate the various tools available from this social media giant.
You will learn:
- How to register for Facebook
- How to get your Facebook profile set up and fine tuned
- How to find and add friends
- How to use the various toolbars and tabs
- How to create engaging status updates
- How to set up a business fan or “like” page
- How to use Facebook for business and marketing
- How to protect yourself
On the call, plan to have Facebook open and in front of you so you can follow along and join the conversation.
Interested, but afraid you won’t be able to make it? Remember, all Teleclasses are recorded. Even if you can’t attend the live call, registering will ensure that you recieve a copy of the recording e-mailed directly to you within a couple business days of the call.
Click here to register today!
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Friday, October 8th, 2010
“Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.”
–Oprah Winfrey
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Monday, October 4th, 2010
You might be aware that October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but did you know that there are dozens of other official designations for both the entire month and specific days or weeks? Many of them are silly–National Squirrel Awareness Month or National Sun Dried Tomato Month, for example–but if you’re looking for a topic to write about in an upcoming blog or newsletter, there are many that might be relevant to you and your buisness.
October is:
Family History Month
Computer Learning Month
National Cyber Security Month
National Kitchen and Bath Month
National Car Care Month
National Book Month
October 3-9: Fire Prevention Week
October 16th: Boss’s Day
For more information, check out Wikipedia’s lists of commemorative months and days, or take a look at this site by Library Support Staff. Or look for Chase’s Calendar of Events, the definitive resource, at your local bookstore or library.
Tags: A Red Bench, Angela Ploetz, Christa Wagner, Professional Organizer Business, Professional Organizer Courses, Professional Organizer Education, Professional Organizing Classes, Professional Organizing Training, Red Bench, Red Bench Program
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