When was the last time there was a conversation in the car or at a meal and everyone not on their device?  Is social media the first thing you check in the morning and the last thing you look at before you head to bed?  Within the last week have you started a quick casual conversation with a neighbor, someone on the elevator or standing in line?  Join me and Dr. Angela Butts Chester as she shares techniques for us to get ourselves organized to stay connected. Dr. Angela" as she is called has built a career spanning more than 25 years and thousands of people counseled.  As a pastoral counselor and motivation coach, she has a deep passion for showing others how to change their perspective to change their outcomes. She teaches people how to plan and reach solutions; to look beyond the impossible.  Dr. Angela has served as an associate pastor, public speaker, purpose coach, and has built a reputation as a thought leader on issues related to motivation and relationship counseling. She is frequently quoted by CNN, The Long Beach Leader, Madame Noire, The Man Registry, The Los Angeles Times and other publications. Dr. Chester currently is a member of the International Women’s Leadership Association. She holds a degree in pastoral counseling and divinity from the Trinity Institute. She is the author of numerous books, including the best selling Before You Tie the Knot – A Premarital Counseling Workbook for the D.I.Y Couple released in 2008 (second edition released in 2014). She is also a radio host for I Do Radio and Modern Living with Dr. Angela programs. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

School supplies, lunches, homework are your gearing up for back to school?  Do you want this school year to be more organized than last year?  Join me and Rowena List, Getting It Together and she shares back to school tips to get the entire family organized. Rowena List is a Professional Organizer based in Vancouver, British Columbia and the owner of Getting It Together.  Rowena believes that externals, such as image and environment, have a significant (and often more immediate) impact on confidence, success, happiness, health and quality of life. As a professional organizer and image consultant, Rowena applies this outside-in approach to achieve quick and tangible successes. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Do you dream of hosting your own radio show?  Have you been curious and thinking of starting your own podcast?  Join me as I share the joys of hosting your own podcast show. Janet took her love and passion for organizing and in 2007 started hosting and producing her podcast.  She has reached over 1,000,000 downloads can s streamed via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play to a global audience.  Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Carla Jenkins is a phenomenal expert specializing in positive change management. She helps people capitalize upon all opportunities that positive change brings. Jenkins has received her BA in International Economics from Hiram College and her MBA from Cleveland State University. In addition, she also possesses 10 years’ experience in corporate America, a LinkedIn Pulse contributor and is certified project management professional. Having earned 4 promotions in 9 years, Jenkins has experienced and handled positive change management head on. ‘Many people only talk about change in the negative but change can be positive. No one talks about positive change so I have had to learn how to manage this change through trial and error. This is why I have created http://positivitychange.com/ to help people. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Do you feel like the walls are closing in on your space or are you thinking about downsizing?  Join me and my guest Felice Cohen author of “ 90 Lessons for Living in 90 Square Feet (…or more) share her experiences. Felice Cohen, the grandchild of two Holocaust survivors, is the author of the award-winning book “What Papa Told Me,” a memoir about her grandfather’s life before, during and after the war. The book has been endorsed by Elie Wiesel and Yad Vashem, translated into Polish, won three honorable mention book awards, and has sold 30,000 copies around the world. Aside from having spoken to thousands about her grandfather, she is featured in two documentaries focusing on grandchildren of survivors. Her newest book, “90 Lessons for Living Large in 90 Square Feet (...or more),” is based on the video of her 90-square-foot Manhattan studio that went viral with millions of views on YouTube.com, gaining media attention across the globe. Felice has been featured on Good Morning America, Fox5, CBS, Sirius, NPR, Time, Forbes, Globe & Mail, New York Daily News, and the Daily Mail to name a few. She is also featured in a documentary on tiny living. Felice writes the blog “Living Large in Any Space” and has written for the New York Daily News, amNew York, Metro and others. What enabled Felice to “live large” in that tiny studio is that she has been a professional organizer for over 20 years. Please visit her website www.felicecohen.com. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Are you tired of feeling stuck?  Are you ready to make the changes needed to move forward in your business and personal life?  Join me with John Benz, Author of Do the Clearing as he shares ways we can improve our personal and business life by letting go. Along with his work as a personal, business, and sports performance coach, John is an accomplished artist with solo exhibitions of his work in New York and Los Angeles. He is the author of Do the Clearing and is currently working on his follow up, Do the Clearingfor the Professional Athlete. In his free time, John enjoys racing triathlons, competing in IDPA, and finding the best greasy spoon in whatever town he's in. You can learn more at johnbenz.com.     Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Was this the year you vowed to be more productivity?  Do you need a few tips to help you get more done at work and still have time to enjoy life?  Join me and Cathy Sexton, Productivity Specialist as she shares techniques to help you achieve your business and life goals. Productivity and Profit First Specialist, Speaker, Author, and Coach Cathy Sexton helps individuals and organizations I.G.N.I.T.E. productivity and increase profits. Cathy empowers people to achieve their life and business goals, make the profit they desire and still have time for family and friends. Cathy founded The Productivity Experts in 2003 after winning her own battle with workaholism and a stress-induced life threatening illness. Cathy is committed to helping people accomplish more with less stress. Professionals can now avoid burnout, spend more quality time with their family and make money they deserve. Cathy's powerful processes are taught through her services and her unique I.G.N.I.T.E. programs. Attendees and participants learn how to take control of their thoughts, processes and tools to achieve better results, faster. Cathy’s Easy Processes are taught through 1-on-1 group coaching, seminars and her unique programs. Attendees and participants learn how to take control of their thoughts, processes and tools to achieve better results faster. Cathy is the author of “52 POWERFUL Success Strategies to Ignite Productivity” and co-author of  “Focus, Organization and Productivity,” Exploring Productivity” and “ 7 Points of Impact.” Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Do you know how much fabric you own?  If you needed to sew would you have to push all the clutter aside so you would have space to work? Tune is and get tips to organize your space as we take June 13th Sewing Machine Day to clear the clutter and get organized in our sewing space. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Ready to been seen as the expert when you speak in front of an audience?  Do you know there are things you can do before you present to give you an edge and boost your confidence? Join me and my guest Sylvia Douglin, CHT as she provides strategies to be an organized trainer and wow your audience. Sylvia Douglin, CHT is a training professional with over 25 years of platform and curricula development experience.  Ms. Douglin has worked with both government and private sector clients as a training consultant and has led training departments for hotel companies.  Her government clients have included U.S. Secret Service, EPA, IRS, DC Courts, and the Department of Defense.  Private sector clients comprised URAC, JP Morgan Chase, AT&T, and Fannie Mae. Sylvia Douglin has been in the hospitality industry for twelve years beginning as a consultant to Meristar Hotels & Resorts (now Interstate Hotels & Resorts) then as the Director of Human Resources at Hilton Crystal City (Arlington, VA).  Her career then brought her to the corporate office as Director of Learning & Development first for Interstate Hotels & Resorts, then Hersha Hospitality & Management.  She is currently the Director of Training for Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Fairfax Virginia developing and delivering both classroom training and on-line learning to executive and management employees throughout their portfolio. She has maintained a long relationship with American Hotel & Lodging Association’s Educational Institute and has been a board member for five years.    Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Happy Memorials Day! As we officially kick off entertaining outdoors are you feeling overwhelmed because you feel like your outdoor space is too small or just a cluttered mess? Despite the insects, heat and possibility of rain entertaining outdoors can be fun and easy.  Join me and returning guest expert Felicia Wallace Benton as she shares ways we can get our outdoors organized to entertain.  As the owner of Designing Your Vision, she uses her skills as an Interior Designer to help clients to see the full potential and most effective way to use their space.  She has designed spaces changing her client’s interiors from ordinary to Extraordinary. Whether it is the Kitchen, Bathroom or an Office, Felicia provides her clients with that unique look that they are looking for.  Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Computers, tablets and smart photos are you becoming overwhelmed with digital clutter?  Join me and returning guest expert Lynn Edwards, Virtual Excellence Business Solutions, LLC as she shares how to tackle the digital clutter and get organized.  Lynn Edwards of Virtual Excellence, LLC has successfully helped business owners manage their Email Marketing, Social Media, Shopping Carts and Websites with a caring tenacity for seeing each of these areas grow.  Providing directions in these areas has helped her clients see a boost in their list building, social media and sales.   Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Tuesday, May 17, 2016 is Pack Rat Day.  Have you bought more than you can use?  Did you still hold onto items you know you will never use?  Have you decided it is time to get rid of stuff and get organized?  Join me as I share ways to tackle clutter from the attic to the basement and those places in between.  Get tips to help you clear the clutter and get organized. Finally conquer your urge to be a pack rat. Janet has been organized since and child, her friends mentioned that her toys were organized.  For over 20 years she has been helping clients become organized and since 2007 she has been the host and producer of Got Clutter? Get Organized! Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Tune in to our 300th podcast and get the latest organizing trends.  Discover how you can transform your home into a haven by organizing on a budget. Tune in as fellow professional organizer Dianne de Las Casas, Once A Upon A Storage shares organizing product trends from her recent International Home and Housewares Show tour and how she takes a road side rescue and transforms it into organized pieces.    Dianne de Las Casas is the CEO and Fairy Organizer of Once Upon a Storage. For more than 20 years, Dianne has transformed chaotic and disorganized spaces into calm and tidy places. Specializing in both residential and commercial properties, Dianne turns manic into magic! Her YouTube channel, Once Upon a Storage TV, focuses on home organization, DIY, home decorating, and entertaining. She believes that "life is too short not to sparkle!" In addition to being a Fairy Organizer, Dianne is a busy, award-winning author and storyteller as well as the mom and manager of Kid Chef Eliana, a 15-year-old celebrity chef, cookbook author, and radio show host. Dianne’s oldest daughter, Soleil Lisette, is a graphic designer and illustrator and created all of the branding for Dianne and Kid Chef Eliana. Dianne lives with her daughter, Eliana, in the New Orleans area. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Are you feeling stuck because things don’t seem to change?  Do you feel overwhelmed once you realize what you need to do to move to the next level?  Are you ready to make the next half of 2016 more fulfilling than the first?  Join me and my guest RJ Hodges and discover techniques to get organized on the inside to move forward and reach your goals. RJ Hodges is a professional speaker, certified personal mastery life coach, certified practitioner in the healing art of Reiki, and the creator of a coaching system known as L.I.F.E (Living in Full Existence) Education. RJ Hodges is a bestselling co-author of the book Mission Unstoppable partnering with world-renowned leaders George Fraser and Les Brown. He is also the author of You Can’t Practice At The Game, The Art of Mastering You Volume One and an audio book series called Winner Status. RJ Hodges is the founder and president of empowerment companies, BORN II WIN and RJHodgesSpeaks, LLC. RJ specializes in both personal and professional development with a focus on helping people master themselves in order to transition into their idea of success and fulfillment. RJ works with corporate companies, small business owners, professionals looking to advance their careers, young adults looking to create a professional plan and aspiring entrepreneurs. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

When you need to schedule a meeting with a client do you still pick up the phone?  Are you managing projects by piling information and documents on your desk? If you are away from the office does your team have access to client and project information?  Join me and Melissa Jackson, Owner of Normel Solutions as she shares way to incorporate technology in how you run your business. Melissa S. Jackson is the owner & operator of Normel Solutions – a web services agency for creative entrepreneurs. Founded on this idea that entrepreneurs should be tech enabled despite how well (or not so well) they understand technology. The goal is to expose entrepreneurs to new tools and give tips on how to interact with technology. ‘Normel’ entrepreneurs attack their greatest challenge – technology –by understanding themselves first and then their businesses in depth. One of the things Melissa talks about and you'll hear in the overall theme of her conversations with people is this idea of adding context to content. To do this she often ask 'why' several times to get to the root of client’s  needs and understand the story behind their business needs - relating it all back to their digital strategy. It allows her to help them get to the core of what they need and provide tools accordingly.  Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Spring is here and now it is time to clean our homes from top to bottom but does the thought of using some of the cleaning products to get the job done worry you?  Do you or anyone in your home sensitive to harsh chemicals? If yes, join me and Ahnivah Rapport as she provides tips for us to Spring Clean the Green Way. Ahnivah Rapaport is a Certified Green Cleaning Technician with the Green Cleaning Institute in Rolla, Missouri. The Green Cleaning Institute is one of three green cleaning training programs in the nation certified by the ISSA, the world's leading trade association for the cleaning industry. For more info, visit http://gcicertified.com. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Urban and Environmental Planning, Ahnivah is passionate about sustainable, eco-friendly living and helping families reduce their carbon footprint. A Southern transplant (via Georgia and Virginia) now living in Philadelphia, Ahnivah loves meeting new people, going on long walks outside with her husband and growing boys, and serving others through her entrepreneurial pursuits. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Running out of counter space? Can’t seem to find the utensils you need when you need them?  Tired of your cabinets and pantry looking a mess?  Join me as our guest Jeff Cohen of Shelf Genie shares ways to have a kitchen that is functional, organized and clutter free. Founded in Richmond, Virginia in 2000, ShelfGenie® has expanded across the U.S. and into Canada. Their expansion has been fueled by local franchisees. The local franchisees are passionate members of their communities. Many of their franchisees joined ShelfGenie after having Glide-Out shelves installed in their own homes and discovering the high quality solutions they offer. At ShelfGenie, they pride themselves on having the best quality Glide-Out shelves available to homeowners. Their process, service and dedicated team of professionals are simply unmatched in the business. Most importantly, they strive to provide their satisfied clients with easier lives. By providing better access, improved storage and more organizational options, the Glide-Out shelves have allowed homeowners to fall in love with their cabinets and pantries all over again. With ShelfGenie and the affordable Glide-Out shelving solutions, you once again hold the key to kitchen happiness. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Are you on a budget yet want to be able to bend over and tie your shoelaces?  Do you want to have the energy to do the things you love without the cost of  a gym membership? Join me and my guest Agnes C. Davis as she shares ways we can be fit using items we have in our home.  Six years ago, Agnes C. Davis was wrongfully terminated from her job at a top New York City hospital and had to reinvent her professional and personal life. She was broken, broke depressed and overweight. Davis fought hard to get her job back and fought harder to maintain her sanity and get the weight off. Working out at home was her medicine of choice. These days, Davis, is healthy, fit, fabulous and the CEO of swim swim swim I SAY (http://www.swimswimswimisay.com), and a full-time cardiovascular perfusionist at a top New York City hospital. Agnes worked beside Dr. Mehmet Oz in the operating room for four years operating the heart machine during his surgeries and transplants. Davis is a passionate warrior for living life, having fun and making a difference. “I don’t go to the gym, all the equipment to save your life and heart is in your house. Stick to a plan/vision, commitment, exercise and repetition,” says Agnes.    Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Do the tools, toys and other items keep your car in the driveway?Join me and Aviad Stark, Managing Partner of Garage Organization as he shares ways you can get the car out the driveway and into the garage. Garage Organization (www.garage-organization.com) is an e-commerce website established to fulfill the increasing demand for garage remodeling, renovation, makeover and improvement products. The founders of Garage Organization have over 15 years of garage remodeling experience and have established franchise locations throughout the United States. In contrary to the already well-established service based garage renovation company, the founders thought it would be a great idea to allow people around the country to be able to have access to the ever-growing variety of products out there today, and decided that a proper e-commerce platform was the way to offer its products to people who are outside of the already established business' service areas. The staff at Garage Organization is avid about garage makeovers, and they truly believe that the garage is one of the untouched secrets that exists in almost every home in America. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Beyonce debuted a new single, sang during halftime at the Super Bowl, announced the world tour and introduced a new product line in the same weekend, do you have a marketing plan in place? Join me and Marcel Johnson, PR and Marketing Expert as she provides strategies to get the junk out your marketing to boost your sales. Marcel Johnson’s firm Silent Liaison PR is an award-winning boutique public relations firm that assists new, emerging and aspiring entrepreneurs in finding their voice, articulating their message, and amplifying it to their audiences through the use of branding, public relations and social networking. They also get you behind the headlines! With their proven ability, experience and network, they package your company, product or service for media success! Their reputation is one of excellence in service and they maintain that by working very closely with their clients in every step of the PR, branding and development process. Their services include branding through public relations; start-up business development; media relations; photo Ops; radio, television and news interview Ops; event planning; and much more. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Do you still have clothes from the 90’s, 80’s and 70’s taking up valuable space in your closet because you keep telling yourself they will come back in style?Join me and guest Ola Jackson, Founder of Onyx Woman Network and Blogger of Your Stylish Ways as she shares what’s hot, what’s not and what has to go from your closet. Ola Jackson has 25 years of being a voice and giving a voice to women.  She has reached them through her magazine, her social media network consisting of over thousands of members, her eBlast, eNewsletter, online radio show and television show. Her latest venture is blogger of Your Stylish Ways. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

When was the last time you got your life in order?Was it last year, 5 years, 10 years ago? Have you made changes in your life (marriage, kids, business) and keep telling yourself you are too busy you will take care of it tomorrow? Well tomorrow is here, join me and my guest Emma J. Morris, MBA, Petrone Associates/The Guardian as she discusses the importance of life insurance planning and how to incorporate it into your life management plan. Emma J. Morris, specializes in helping people build financial independence and protect their families and businesses. Through a thorough discussion of clients' goals, concerns, and financial objectives, she will match your needs with innovative solutions utilizing world-class insurance and financial services. Emma committed to clients and continuously strive to maintain high ethical practices while providing superior professional client service. She works hard to build relationships with clients based on trust and integrity. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Have you ever wished that something sentimental you don’t want to part with could be transformed into something usable again? Join me as Upcycle That shares ways people are taking what was broken and useless items and transforming them into something usable. Upcycle That is a site dedicated to all things Upcycling. It was founded by Jacques Karsten and Judy Rom on Earth Day 2012. Upcycle That is a resource for people interested in reusing items in innovative ways. Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Do you wish that when you purchase new appliances or decorative items you could keep track of them without all the paperwork?  Are you looking for ways to go paperless in this year?  Join me and the creators of the 4Anyplace App as they share ways you can do everything from keep track of your home inventory, home improvement purchases and tax information with their FREE App. You can organize your entire home with the 4Anyplace  FREE App, available in the iTunes store, that allows users to manage all household possessions and home improvement purchases easily and efficiently. This app makes it simple to document and store all products and assets with just a few clicks. The app is ideal for homeowners, landlords, renters, contractors, real estate agents, insurance agents and even college students. Keeping track of new purchases such as appliances, blinds or light fixtures gets easier simply by scanning the barcode with your smartphone.  Upload product information, or take a picture and enter the details you want such as price, store location, purchase date, dimensions, color, etc. You get the option of providing as much information as you may need to keep track of your item(s), including links to important websites.  Say goodbye to saving empty boxes and mountains of papers. Go paperless with this app and avoid the clutter by eliminating the unnecessary.  Want a FREE audio book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today’s podcast to find out which book I recommend for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message

Are you a business owner and keep telling yourself you don’t have time to waste on social media? Still wondering what all the social media hype is all about? FaceBook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Periscope wondering how to manage it all? Join me and my guest Lynn Edwards of Virtual Excellence, LLC as she shares how developing social media relationships and grow your business and build your brand. Lynn Edwards of Virtual Excellence, LLC has successfully helped business owners manage their Email Marketing, Social Media, Shopping Carts and Websites with a caring tenacity for seeing each of these areas grow.  Providing directions in these areas has helped her clients see a boost in their list building, social media and sales.   Want a free audie book? Go to Audible.com and you can get one. Listen to today's podcast to find out which book I recommend. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/janetmtaylor/message