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In Defense of Balance for Entrepreneurs (Yes, Even For Those of Us That Love to Work!)
Anyone that knows me (or even just meets me) can tell that I love my business and work really hard. But I'm not only a passionate entrepreneur, I am a multi-passionate person! One of the worst mistakes I've ever made when I first became an entrepreneur was to "compartmentalize" my life. It dawned on me a few years ago that I don't have a "personal life" and a "professional life," but simply A LIFE. Consequently, I do things when they feel right, which might include writing an article or taking…See More
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Free Teleclass! Stop Stepping Over the Elephant in the Room: 10 Ways to Boost Productivity in 2012 at your choice - dial into this telecall
February 7, 2012 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Join me as I share how to Stop Stepping Over the Elephant in the Room: 10 Ways to Boost Productivity in 2012.I will be sharing great content with you, as well as giving you a sneak preview of my 6-week teleclass series, the DECIDE to be Organized Group Coaching Program, which starts February 21st.Join me for this preview call that will also deliver mindset-shifting content!Register here.See More
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Finding the Healthy Balance of "Control"
As a productivity consultant whose business is founded on the idea of making people's lives easier and more manageable, I spend nearly every day thinking about control in some sense. Control is strange when you stop to really think about it. Is it a concept? An idea? Or a goal? And is it inherently good or bad? My answer is... it depends.To me, control is a dichotomy. When you think of physical organizing, control translates into having a place for everything and being able to maintain…See More
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DECIDE™ to be Organized Online Group Coaching Program
February 21, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9pmFree Teleclass! Stop Stepping Over the Elephant in the Room: 10 Ways to Boost Productivity in 2012
February 7, 2012 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm
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Why Saying No to Business Is Sometimes the Smartest Thing to Do
In this "new economy," many business owners are stressing about securing enough business to make a profit. In the extreme, this often leads to saying yes to any and all prospects, projects and types of work. Unfortunately, this may not be the best business strategy! Indeed, saying no to business is sometimes the smartest thing to do. Not convinced? Let me demonstrate.Prospect is not a good "fit"- Let's face it, not all clients are the right "fit" for you and your business. In some instances,…See More
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- Lisa is a columnist for the Poughkeepsie Journal, and her first organizing book, The Ultimate Life Organizer: The Complete Guide to a Simpler, Less Stressful & More Organized Life, was published in May 2011 by Peter Pauper Press. Lisa publishes two free monthly e-zines, “DECIDE™ to be Organized,” which offers free tips, articles, and advice on how to be more organized, and “Next Level Business Success,” which offers business advice to small business owners and solopreneurs. Lisa also publishes the DECIDE™ to be Organized blog. In addition, Lisa offers teleclasses, webinars, audio programs, group coaching programs, and e-books on her website.
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- LM Organizing Solutions, LLC (LMOS), established in 2002, is a professional services firm offering organizing, business and life coaching, and motivational speaking to individuals and organizations. Owner, Lisa Montanaro, is a Golden Circle member of the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO), and an inaugural Certified Professional Organizer (CPO®).
Lisa empowers people and organizations to “DECIDE™ to be Organized,” a unique 6-step organizing process created by Lisa based on her many years of experience organizing and coaching clients. Through the implementation of the DECIDE™ approach, clients create systems designed to achieve results at home, at work, and in life. Professional organizing, coaching, and speaking allow Lisa to combine her lifelong passion for creating order with her skills gained as a lawyer, educator, mediator, and performer. Considered by her clients to be an “intellectual organizer and problem-solver,” Lisa is skillful at asking questions in a non-judgmental manner that help people and organizations find the answers to create a system tailored to their individual needs.
In addition to her hands-on work with clients, Lisa is a skilled motivational speaker. Lisa is a member of the National Speakers Association (NSA), the premiere organization for professional speakers. Her presentations at national conferences, local forums, and in numerous workplace settings are informative, interactive, and entertaining. Lisa has been interviewed by television and radio hosts, and is a frequent guest expert for national teleclasses and webinars. Indeed, Lisa was ranked the number 1 speaker of the 2008 NAPO Conference by attendees, sharing the spotlight with such notable speakers as Peter Walsh of TLC’s Clean Sweep and the Oprah Winfrey Show.
A sought-after business expert due to her background as an attorney, mediator, and trainer of entrepreneurs, Lisa offers business coaching and consulting services to professional organizers and other small business owners. Acting as a legal and business strategist, Lisa assists clients in making informed business decisions designed to grow and protect their business. Offering an opportunity to brainstorm and problem-solve, Lisa assists with pivotal business issues, such as choosing a business entity, proposal or agreement writing, service packaging, marketing and networking, classifying employees or independent contractors, business processes and systems, protecting your business financially and legally, and assisting with choice of professional advisors.
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Lisa publishes the monthly "DECIDE™ to be Organized" e-zine for the general public, and "Next Level Business Success" e-zine for professional organizers and entrepreneurs. Subscribe today at www.LMOrganizingSolutions.com. Lisa also publishes the DECIDE™ to be Organized blog. Through LMOS, Lisa helps people deal with the issues that block personal and professional change and growth. To explore how LMOS can improve your home or work environment, or help take your business to the next level, contact Lisa at (845) 988-0183 or by e-mail at Lisa@LMOrganizingSolutions.com.
Lisa Montanaro's Blog
In Defense of Balance for Entrepreneurs (Yes, Even For Those of Us That Love to Work!)
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 11:09am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Anyone that knows me (or even just meets me) can tell that I love my business and work really hard. But I'm not only a passionate entrepreneur, I am a multi-passionate person! One of the worst mistakes I've ever made when I first became an entrepreneur was to "compartmentalize" my life. It dawned on me a few years ago that I don't have a "personal life" and a "professional life," but simply A LIFE. Consequently, I do things when they feel right, which might include writing an article or…
Continue Finding the Healthy Balance of "Control"
Posted on January 18, 2012 at 2:32pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
As a productivity consultant whose business is founded on the idea of making people's lives easier and more manageable, I spend nearly every day thinking about control in some sense. Control is strange when you stop to really think about it. Is it a concept? An idea? Or a goal? And is it inherently good or bad? My answer is... it depends.
To me, control is a dichotomy. When you think of physical organizing, control translates into having a place for everything and being able to…
Continue Why Saying No to Business Is Sometimes the Smartest Thing to Do
Posted on January 2, 2012 at 7:30pm 0 Comments 1 Like
In this "new economy," many business owners are stressing about securing enough business to make a profit. In the extreme, this often leads to saying yes to any and all prospects, projects and types of work. Unfortunately, this may not be the best business strategy! Indeed, saying no to business is sometimes the smartest thing to do. Not convinced? Let me demonstrate.
Prospect is not a good "fit"- Let's face it, not all clients are the right "fit"…
Continue Organize to Minimize Holiday Chaos
Posted on December 16, 2011 at 3:30pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Overwhelmed just thinking about the upcoming holiday season? Relax. If you take a little time to plan your holiday season, it will be more enjoyable for you and your family! Focus on practicing good organizational techniques and time management principles.
Here are some tips to make the holidays enjoyable and the New Year start off in a positive…
Continue Act Like the Big Guns - Conduct Your Own Business Retreat
Posted on December 1, 2011 at 1:06pm 0 Comments 1 Like
Large companies in Corporate America usually conduct business retreats, known also as Corporate Retreats. Business retreats are often held towards the end of the year, and serve to assess performance for the past year, and set milestones for the coming year. The retreat creates a document that is used as a business blueprint, serving as a benchmark to measure against. Some companies will make this document public, such as in an Annual Report. Others will keep it as an internal…
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Hey Lisa,
It's nice to "meet" you! I bet the ladies at the Heart Link Network meeting would love to hear how they can become more organized! We'd love to have you! www.10941.theheartlinknetwork.com
Your video has me thinking...my season has already begun and started booking parties. Think I am going to need help in the future and the Chamber might just be the way to go!
hi Lisa:
hope you enjoyed your trip! welcome back! think you brought back some nice weather this week!
Congratulations on your election to the OCCC Board of Directors!
You are a great presenter. Don't hesitate to see one of Lisa's presentations in the future!
Regards,
Rich