The big question is this: How can we stop procrastinating, take control of clutter in a way that really sticks, and avoid feeling overwhelmed along the way? We created The JJs Declutter Podcast because, as professional decluttering coaches, we know that organizing your home doesn’t have to be an endless, stressful chore. Our mission is to share practical, real-world solutions that make keeping your spaces tidy a whole lot easier. And yes, we sprinkle in some humor too! Each episode is design ...
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You spend so much time on work, why accept the status quo, when there are ways to do it better? Get expert advice, research and hacks that will crush your inertia. Join Lisa Leong and other This Working Lifers as we experiment and explore the latest in the world of work. We cover policy issues, like hybrid workplaces and remote work, employee wellbeing and organisational culture, the use of AI, employee surveillance, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion. We talk about progress on wid ...
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The Clutter Fairy Weekly is a live webcast designed to help you clear your clutter and make space in your home and your life for more of what you love. We meet Tuesdays at noon (U.S. Central Time) to answer your decluttering questions and to share organizing tools and techniques, success stories and “ah-hah!” moments, seasonal suggestions, and timeless tips. To participate live in our weekly webcast, join our meetup group (cfhou.com/meetup), follow us on Facebook (cfhou.com/facebook), or sub ...
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Restructure and redundancy, with psychosocial safety
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24:35How can reorganisations, restructures and redundancies be managed in a way that works for everyone? With obligations to manage psychosocial hazards now front of mind, this process has never been more important. Guests: Melinda Bell, partner at Norton Rose Fulbright in Melbourne Leonie Green, founder and consultant, Conscious Workplace Also check ou…
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From Chaotic Hiding Place to Peaceful Retreat: The Primary Bedroom - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #275
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58:39The main bedroom should be a quiet, peaceful sanctuary where we recharge ourselves and enjoy intimate moments. But when clutter invades, visual distractions and mental noise can drain our energy and diminish the quality of our sleep. In episode #275 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in…
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More ABCs of Clutter: Another Alphabet of Organizing Suggestions - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #274
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56:04Clutter insinuates itself into every part of our lives: our space, our time, our emotions, our relationships. From boxes moldering in the Attic to the Zester lurking in a kitchen drawer, we must examine our lives to discard the stuff we no longer need, love, or use. In episode #274 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer …
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Should you bring your 'whole self' to work?
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25:16There are lessons you can take from the careers of David Bowie and Oprah about identity and authenticity. Being “authentic” in your life and career is something we’re told to aspire to. But can that be taken too far? Dr Tomas, Chamorro- Premuzic, Professor of Business Psychology at University College London and Columbia University, author, Don’t Be…
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Bathroom Battles ~ Let's Get It Clean! Ep44
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15:57Welcome to the land of toothpaste fossils and mysterious soap scum rings! Julie and I (Janis) are tackling the grimiest, grungiest room in your house, and trust me, we're bringing the sparkle. What You'll Learn The Royal Treatment for Your Throne We're starting where nobody wants to but everybody needs to ... the toilet. We'll walk you through our …
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Try This: declutter your work from home space
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14:00Need help organising your desk or kitchen table workspace? Get decluttering tips that will help clear your mind and your home. Guest: Amy Revell, decluttering expert For more on the psychology of decluttering, check out the All In the Mind episode, Is clutter making you feel bad?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Clutter Hacks: Five-minute Maintenance Habits to Make a Big Impact - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #273
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56:29Clearing clutter is really two jobs: reducing the backlog of accumulated stuff and cultivating habits to keep the mess from getting worse. The more effectively you handle ongoing maintenance, the more energy you’ll have to devote to the backlog project. In episode #273 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of …
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When you validate someone, it shows that you’re there, you get it and you care, even if you don't agree with their point of view. Learn the difference between validation and praise, and how you can use the former to strengthen relationships and build influence at work. Guest: Dr Caroline Fleck, licensed psychologist, corporate consultant and author…
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The Bedroom Clean-out You Actually Want to Do (Ep43)
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20:13Your bedroom should be your retreat—not your laundry room, office, snack bar, or panic zone. Julie & Janis break down their step-by-step bedroom cleaning process with the JJ's Clean and Cozy Bedroom Checklist. From finding your pillow under 17 mismatched socks to creating a 5-minute nightly routine, this episode transforms bedroom overwhelm into sa…
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Creative-output Clutter | Learning to Live in Decluttered Space - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #272
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1:00:59What are we supposed to do with art and craft projects after we’ve finished them? How can chronically cluttered people learn to be comfortable in a decluttered space? It’s time for another “Ask Us Anything” episode! In episode #272 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in Houston, Texas, a…
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Whether you approve of it or not, research shows gossip does have value within organisations, especially when it’s used positively. Learn how you can harness gossip to improve relationships and communication with colleagues. Guests: Amy Gallo, workplace expert and contributing editor, Harvard Business Review. Author, Getting Along: how to work with…
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Ep 42 ~ From Dust Bunnies to Deep Dives ~ 5 Types of Cleaning
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15:58The 5 Types of Cleaning (And Why Your Social Life Depends on Knowing the Difference!) Welcome back to the JJs Declutter Podcast with your fairy godmothers of freshness, Julie and Janis! 🧚♀️✨ Think cleaning is just one boring category? Think again! We're breaking down the 5 types of cleaning that can save your time, sanity, and possibly your social…
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Clutter-friendly Ways to Give, Receive, Downsize, and Regift Gifts - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #271
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57:46We often endow items we receive as gifts with a special status in our decluttering decision-making. But even gifts become clutter if we don’t love, need, or use them! In episode #271 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in Houston, Texas, explores the complex issues of decluttering gifts …
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How to nail collaboration between generations
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25:15Learn how to build co-operation rather than war, between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and Baby Boomers. Instead of leaning on stereotypes, there are ways to work to the strengths of people in teams that include multiple generations. Guests: Megan Gerhardt, Professor at Farmer School of Business, Miami University and co-author of Gentelligence Florence…
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Ep 41 ~ Henny Penny and the Sky High Clutter
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13:04Episode 41: Henny Penny & Sky High Clutter Episode Description Join Julie and Janis as they transform the classic tale of Henny Penny into a hilarious decluttering adventure! When panic meets piles and storage becomes dangerous, our feathered friends learn that the sky isn't falling—it's just buried under years of accumulated stuff. From expired co…
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A Houseful of Limitless Potential: Clutter and the Creative Mind - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #270
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1:01:29Do your efforts to declutter conflict with your calling to live a brilliant, original, and creative life? For artists, craftspeople, and hobbyists, the stuff in our homes can stimulate our imaginations at the same time it stands in the way of our freedom to create. In episode #270 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer a…
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Are you learning how to switch off from work?
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25:08We've reached the one year anniversary of the right to disconnect regulations, which now also apply to small businesses. What are the challenges of managing this change to the ways we contact each other outside of work hours, and how is it impacting work life balance? Guests: Anna Volkova, People and Culture leader, Hi Bob Matthew Addison, Chair, C…
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Episode 40: Magazine Moments - Weekend Cleaning Habits
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20:52Episode Summary Julie and Janis dive back into "Magazine Moments" territory. This episode they're breaking down weekend cleaning habits that won't make you want to hide under your (hopefully weekly-washed) sheets! The JJs tackle two articles about Saturday and Sunday cleaning routines, sharing their own hilarious cleaning confessions along the way.…
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Partners in Clutter: Organizing With (or in Spite of) Other People - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #269
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1:02:41Other people can be valuable companions in our decluttering and organizing journeys, or they can interfere with our best efforts. We have to be careful and mindful about who gets a say in our decision-making. In episode #269 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in Houston, Texas, discusse…
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Could longevity workers save our economic future?
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25:07Soon more people will be leaving the workforce than joining it, but most organisations don't encourage older workers to stay on and thrive. Experts say redesigning work to retain mature-age workers across the life cycle is part of the solution to Australia’s ageing population and productivity challenges. We explore how planning for "longevity work"…
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Try This: psychosocial safety tips edition
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13:00Everyone at work plays a part in preventing psychosocial hazards, including you. We ask an expert how to create a psychosocially safe workplace, and why it's important. Guest: Dr Laura Kirby, chief psychologist, Australian Psychological Services Check out our companion episode: What are we getting wrong about psychosocial safety? , featuring Profes…
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Ep 39 ~ Hansel & Gretel and the Crumbs of Clutter
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20:29Episode Title: Hansel & Gretel and the Crumbs of Clutter Welcome to another whimsical adventure with Julie & Janis! This is where fairy tales meet clutter chaos! Yes, it's another installment of our Fractured Fairy Tale Series!🧹✨ In this episode, Hansel and Gretel aren’t just leaving breadcrumbs—they’re conquering clutter one magical mess at a time…
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Not Getting Any Younger: Age as a Factor in Clutter (continued) - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #268
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59:07The effects of aging can add significant challenges to the work of managing our clutter. But decluttering and organizing our spaces yields lots of benefits for older people, such as greater ease of movement, improved safety, and increased mental clarity. In episode #268 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of…
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What are we getting wrong about psychosocial safety?
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25:16There’s confusion about the terms psychological safety and psychosocial safety in workplaces, so what’s the difference? Leading expert on psychological safety, Professor Amy Edmondson, and researcher Rachael Potter explain. Plus, are Australia's regulations around psychosocial hazards making a difference to workplace safety and productivity? Guests…
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Ep 38 ~ Rumpelstiltskin: Spinning Chaos into Clarity
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12:40Episode 38 – Rumpelstiltskin: Spinning Chaos into Clarity In this whimsical, laugh-out-loud episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, Julie and Janis re-imagine the classic tale of Rumpelstiltskin — only this time, it’s less about spinning straw into gold and more about spinning clutter into calm. From the Miller’s Daughter’s “Room of Doom” to the Quee…
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Not Getting Any Younger: Age as a Factor in Clutter and Organizing - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #267
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58:31The effects of aging can add significant challenges to the work of managing our clutter. But decluttering and organizing our spaces yields lots of benefits for older people, such as greater ease of movement, improved safety, and increased mental clarity. In episode #267 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of…
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It’s estimated we make up to 35,000 decisions every day so how can you make better decisions at work? Before you start drawing up pros and cons lists, listen to this episode to hear how you can make decisions with less stress and a lot more satisfaction - from small everyday ones, to big ones like changing career. Guests: Dr Ellen Langer - Professo…
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Ep 37 ~ Little Red Riding Hood's Locker of DOOM
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13:43🎙️ Episode 37: Little Red Riding Hood’s Locker of DOOM Podcast: The JJs Declutter Podcast Hosts: Julie Weisgerber & Janis Kosmala Duration: ~13 minutes ✨ Episode Summary: Middle school lockers can get scary fast—and in this hilarious, heartwarming tale, Little Red Riding Hood’s locker has crossed into doom territory. Julie and Janis take us through…
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The Clutter Fairy’s Favorite Organizing Solutions and Products - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #266
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56:42You’ve done the tough work of decluttering, and now it’s time to organize the treasures you’ve decided to keep. If putting stuff away is the part of the project that trips you up, this week’s show is for you! In episode #266 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in Houston, Texas, discusse…
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We can learn a lot about gaining influence when you don't have power, from those who work on Capitol Hill. A leadership adviser reveals how Congressional Chiefs of Staff navigate a volatile political environment, with challenging bosses. This is a masterclass in how to manage up and build relationships that can further your career. Guest: Margie Wa…
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Ep 36 ~ Magazine Moments ~ Back To School Edition
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18:48🎒 Episode 36: Magazine Moments – Back to School Edition The JJs Declutter Podcast Is your house still clinging to summer while your calendar screams “First Day of School”? Julie and Janis are here to rescue your routines and restore sanity before the school bell rings. In this jam-packed Back to School episode, the JJs guide you through 7 essential…
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How We Define “Organized” | Answering Your Decluttering Naysayers - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #265
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58:39A viewer asked, “Can you define the term ‘organized’?” The dictionary definition leaves us a little cold, so we’ll suggest one that works better for our audience! We’ll also talk about how to respond to people who pooh-pooh your decluttering efforts. In episode #265 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The…
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Have you ever been told that if you follow your passion, you’ll never work a day in your life? As it turns out, the research doesn’t support that narrative. We explore what’s really going on with passion at work, and discover how to sustain and nurture it over time. Guest: Jon M. Jachimowicz, Assistant Professor of Business Administration, Harvard …
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It can be hard to know what to say when your colleague or employee is going through a difficult time. We explore how to support someone who is dealing with grief. Guest: Tasha Broomhall, founder and Director of Blooming Minds Also check out our companion episode: How to handle grief at workBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Ep 35 – The 3 Pigs & the House of Clutter
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13:08🎧 Episode 35 – The 3 Pigs & the House of Clutter Welcome to another delightfully messy fairy tale reboot with a decluttering twist! 🐷🏡 This week on The JJs Declutter Podcast, Julie and Janis take on the classic tale of The Three Little Pigs—but instead of big bad wolves and huffing and puffing, we’re sorting through board games, DOOM boxes, and dus…
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