As you approach the end of the year, do you have a plan to get ready for taxes? Can you easily locate your tax-deductible receipts? Where will you put your IRS notices and tax planning packet? How about those W-2’s, 1099’s and other forms? One of the things my clients love is a system I […]
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Carolina Pad File Folders – Because Beige is Boring!
I know it and Carolina Pad knows it – beige is boring. And uninspiring. Really, really uninspiring. Most of the standard beige file folders last a long time – but they don’t look great doing it. You know how it is – you use a file folder for awhile and the corners start fraying. You […]
Do you suffer from systems envy?
When I found the Studio C Ideal Padfolio on the Carolina Pad site, I was overjoyed! Talk about a piece that does many things – and does them well. It’s really a system within a system. Some of my favorite features include the notepad, pocket sleeves and a tab to hold a pen. And how […]
Did You Include the Tape? (Thoughtful Business Systems Work!)
Last week my boyfriend Nelson made a big decision (for a guy). He cancelled TV at our house. Without getting on a soapbox rant, let’s just say I’m not a big fan of television. So, his cancelling his subscription TV service is a very, very good thing from my perspective. Now, what the heck does […]
Excellent Systems Lead to Success – 3 Way Plumbing Leads By Example
In business, there are lessons to be learned from those who create success over the long term. A recent conversation with Danielle Martini highlighted several important lessons for business owners – and many involved consistently adopting, communicating, and enforcing good business practices. Communicating Expectations for Team Members If there’s one thing I know about Danielle […]