The big question is this: How can we stop procrastinating, take control of clutter (and cleaning) 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 ep ...
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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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Are you on the path to burnout? These are the red flags...
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25:07New research has uncovered early warning signs of burnout that could help you get on top of it, before it goes too far. Learn strategies to identify these signs, recover from work stress and prevent burnout. Dr Ben Searle, organisational psychologist, consultant and researcher Luke Martin, Senior specialist and clinical spokesperson, Beyond Blue Fo…
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Magazine Moments ~ Preparing for Guests E49
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23:07"Preparing for Guests (Yes, People DO Check Your Medicine Cabinet!)" It's Magazine Moments time! Janis & Julie review articles from TheSpruce.com about prepping your home for guests. From entryways to under-bed dust bunnies, here's how to make guests feel welcome without losing your sanity. Article 1: 7 Forgotten Spots to Declutter Before Guests Ar…
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Westpac work from home decision: what does it mean for you?
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25:07A Westpac employee with parental responsibilities was recently awarded the right to work from home five days a week, by the Fair Work Commission. How might this decision affect business hiring practices, and the working conditions parents are allowed by their bosses in future? Guests: Dr Giuseppe Carabetta, Associate Professor of workplace and busi…
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Service Solutions: When Doing All the Work Yourself Is Too Much - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #278
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59:10Decluttering and organizing is time-consuming, emotionally challenging, and sometimes physically demanding work. If you find that can’t get it all done yourself even with the help of family and friends, consider hiring service providers to assist with the toughest chores. In episode #278 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional orga…
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Kitchen Crusade Part 2 ~ The Deep Clean Ep48
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13:35JJs Declutter Podcast - Episode 48: Kitchen Crusades Part 2 "The Deep Clean (Roll Up Your Sleeves Territory)" Welcome back, brave warriors! This is NOT your daily wipe-and-walk. This is question-your-life-choices territory where we tackle crumb colonies, sticky secrets behind the fridge, and that expired hoisin sauce from 2019 (why is it always hoi…
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Value Versus Values: How We Think About What Our Stuff Is Worth - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #277
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1:02:26Our perceptions of the value of our stuff can cloud our judgment about what really supports the life we want to be living—and what doesn’t. But a focus on our values helps us ground our decluttering decisions in a better understanding of ourselves. In episode #277 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The C…
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Have you ever turned up to work and thought...where is everyone?! Empty offices and flexible work is part of the reason why so many people are experiencing work loneliness, but it's not the whole picture. We explore how organisations can diagnose work loneliness and build more connected workplaces. Guest: Connie Noonan Hadley, organisational psycho…
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Kitchen Crusades Part 1 ~ "The Routine Clean Ep47 (AKA: How to Keep Your Kitchen From Becoming a Biology Experiment)"
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21:01Grab your dish gloves, friends! Julie & Janis tackle routine kitchen cleaning that keeps your kitchen functional without Pinterest-level perfection. Spoiler: Your sink has more bacteria than your toilet seat. The JJs 7-Step Kitchen Cleaning Routine Step 1: Declutter First Flat Surface Sweep with laundry basket Move appliances (yes, even the coffee …
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Lisa is joined by Panio Gianopolous, co-founder and editorial director of the Next Big Idea Club, as they each nominate three non-fiction books related to work that have changed the way they work and live. Tune in to Radio National’s Top 100 Books countdown, Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th October from 1pm. Or catch up anytime on the ABC Listen app. …
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Book Club: ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life (Kolberg/Nadeau) - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #276
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1:00:55People with ADHD often struggle to declutter and organize because of challenges with time management, planning, and executive function. ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life seeks to address these challenges with advice written specifically for an ADHD audience. In episode #276 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer an…
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From Grime To Shine: Your Complete Floor Cleaning Guide (E46)
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27:30Welcome to the ultimate floor cleaning bootcamp! 🧹 Your hosts Janis and Julie are getting down and dirty (literally) as they tackle every type of flooring in your home ... from hardwood to carpet, tile to that fancy cork flooring your neighbor Susan won't stop Instagramming about. Discover why your floors are probably staging a quiet rebellion agai…
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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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