Organized and Productive with The Organized Flamingo Stephanie Deininger

This week we talk about the evolving professional organizing industry with Dr. Carrie Lane, an expert in the field of American Studies and the changing nature of work in the United States. Dr. Lane shares her insights into the professional organizing industry, shedding light on why more individuals are turning to organizers to manage their belongings, homes, and workspaces in our modern society. Through her extensive research and teaching experience, Dr. Lane explores the factors driving the rise of professional organizers and offers valuable perspectives on how they are reshaping our approach to organization and productivity.

In this episode we talk about:
Reasons individuals seek the assistance of professional organizersHow pro  organizing services can best support individuals in managing their time and spaceThe evolution of pro organizers in the United States
Mentioned in this Episode:
Book: “More Than Pretty Boxes: How the Rise of Professional Organizing Shows Us the Way We Work Isn't Working” by Dr. Carrie Lane.. Chicago, IL: Chicago University Press, 2024.
https://amzn.to/4dhFW65

Learn more about Dr. Lane:
Web: https://amst.fullerton.edu/faculty/c_lane.aspx
Dr. Carrie Lane is a Professor of American Studies at California State University, Fullerton, where she studies the changing nature of work in the United States. Professor Lane is especially interested in the ways Americans go about trying to simply and improve their lives in the face of overwork and overwhelm. She earned her PhD in American Studies from Yale University and a BA in Anthropology and Women's Studies from Princeton University. Her new book, More Than Pretty Boxes: How the Rise of Professional Organizing Shows Us the Way We Work Isn't Working, comes out with University of Chicago Press in fall 2024. She lives with her family in Los Angeles.
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In this episode, Julie DeLucca-Collins, TEDx speaker, business coach, and bestselling author, shares her expertise on habits and their significance in personal and professional growth. Drawing from her experience as a certified Tiny Habits coach, Julie provides actionable insights on implementing small changes for lasting impact. With a track record of empowering women in entrepreneurship and holistic coaching, Julie's dynamic approach to habit formation offers listeners practical strategies for achieving success in all aspects of life.
In this episode we talk about:
What is a habit exactly and how it relates to our everyday successHabit creation and how to track it and  should you?Examples of tiny habits and their impact
Mentioned in this Episode:
Book: “The Gap and The Gain: The High Achievers' Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success” by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy https://amzn.to/4aWLtxq
Book: “Be Your Future Self Now: The Science of Intentional Transformation by Dr. Benjamin Hardy” https://amzn.to/3Qp7Cw8
Learn more about Julie::
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julie_deluccacollins/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/goconfidentlyjulie/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jdelucca
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juliedeluccacollins
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The Organized & Productive podcast is brought to you by The Organized Flamingo and hosted by Stephanie Y. Deininger! For those of you who love the thought of organizing & being more productive, but don’t know where to start or constantly up against hurdles that don’t let you advance the way you want to, this podcast is for you!
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Let’s go on a road trip! This week we are sharing organizing tips for those long car rides. Whether you're planning a road trip with friends or a family vacation, we've got you covered. From pre-trip planning to packing and post-trip organization, we'll guide you through each phase with expert advice and personal experiences. Get ready for tips on creating checklists, optimizing space with packing cubes and compression bags, and making the most of pit stops. So, buckle up and get ready to turn that road trip into a well-organized and enjoyable adventure!
In this episode we talk about:
Planning for a Road TripPacking Tips for a Road TripPost-Trip Organization
Mentioned in this Episode:
Episode 004: A New Decluttering Mindset: Seasonal Decluttering
https://theorganizedflamingo.com/4-a-new-decluttering-mindset-seasonal-decluttering/
Picking the right packing cubes informative Instagram post:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CYCUuZRgP-a/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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The Organized & Productive podcast is brought to you by The Organized Flamingo and hosted by Stephanie Y. Deininger! For those of you who love the thought of organizing & being more productive, but don’t know where to start or constantly up against hurdles that don’t let you advance the way you want to, this podcast is for you!
Review full show notes and resources at
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This week we are doing a quick check in with you on how your organizing system is going. We provide you with helpful questions that you can be asking yourself as you organize and declutter your space.
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In this episode we talk about:
The importance of tracking progress in a tangible wayUncovering what's not working and areas for improvementExamples on how you can be tracking your progress
Mentioned in this Episode:
Episode 027: Step 6: Evaluate: Step Back, Evaluate Your Organizing System
https://theorganizedflamingo.com/27-step-6-evaluate-step-back-evaluate-your-organizing-system/
Episode 001: 7 Steps to Organizing *Almost* Anything
https://theorganizedflamingo.com/7-steps-to-organizing/
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The Organized & Productive podcast is brought to you by The Organized Flamingo and hosted by Stephanie Y. Deininger! For those of you who love the thought of organizing & being more productive, but don’t know where to start or constantly up against hurdles that don’t let you advance the way you want to, this podcast is for you!
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This week, we explore the often-overlooked aspects of organizing for a local move. In this episode, we bring you our expertise from years of facilitating seamless moves. We go over five things that go overlooked with local moves, shedding light on practical strategies and essential steps to ensure a smooth relocation. Whether you're downsizing, upgrading, or simply relocating within the same area, this episode equips you with the insights and tools to orchestrate your move with ease. 
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In this episode we talk about:
Things you may not have thought of when organizing for a local moveHow local moves differentiate from long distance movesHow to determine how much stuff you have
Mentioned in this Episode:
Episode 001: 7 Steps to Organizing *Almost* Anything
https://theorganizedflamingo.com/7-steps-to-organizing/
Episode 014: Should You Do It Yourself or Outsource It
https://theorganizedflamingo.com/?s=14
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The Organized & Productive podcast is brought to you by The Organized Flamingo and hosted by Stephanie Y. Deininger! For those of you who love the thought of organizing & being more productive, but don’t know where to start or constantly up against hurdles that don’t let you advance the way you want to, this podcast is for you!
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Download your FREE “Should you Keep It or Toss It?” decision tree https://organizedandproductive.com/keeportoss

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This week, we sit down with Kendra James Anderson, CEO of The Finance Femme® and co-founder of Minted Lanes, for an insightful discussion on organizing your finances and the documents that are associated with it. Kendra's wealth of experience, from her corporate background to her entrepreneurial ventures, provides invaluable insights into streamlining your financial management. Together, we'll explore practical strategies and simple steps to help you take control of your finances and pave the way for financial success. Tune in and start your journey to financial organization!
In this episode we talk about:
Defining Finance vs. Accounting vs. BookkeepingCommon misunderstandings on what you need to keepHow to pick a finance online tools or platform to help you stay organized
Where to find Kendra James Anderson online:
Web: https://thefinancefemme.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/TheFinanceFemme
Podcast: https://thefinancefemme.libsyn.com/

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The Organized & Productive podcast is brought to you by The Organized Flamingo and hosted by Stephanie Y. Deininger! For those of you who love the thought of organizing & being more productive, but don’t know where to start or constantly up against hurdles that don’t let you advance the way you want to, this podcast is for you!
Review full show notes and resources at
https://theorganizedflamingo.com/podcast
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