10 Ways Using a Label Maker Can Save Time In the Office

I was asked to review the DYMO LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo and found some great ways this gadget can help you work more efficiently. Here are some ways the LabelWriter can save you time in the office:

1. The Dymo LabelWriter prints file folder labels (9/16 x 3 7/16) and hanging file labels (9/16 x 2) so you can stay ahead of the paper deluge that clutters your desk.
2. If you use information from 3 Ring Binders, clearly label the spines to find frequently used information in a flash. Lots of labels to print -- no worries, it has thermal printing so there is no expensive toner and ink to purchase!
3. Create professional looking name badges for meetings or visitors. Print individually or up to 71 labels per minute!
4. Use this labeler right at your desk for printing postage, quick and easy. No running across the office or extra costs involved. It connects to your computer, easy software (PC & Mac) installed, type and print.
5. Don't waste time putting blank CD's/DVD's into the computer to check what's on them, rather, create CD labels promptly with all the information you need right on the label.
6. Is your storage area a maze? Purchase plastic stacking containers and label them with details of the contents. No more searching for days in a cluttered space.
7. Scouring that pile of cords for the right connection? Wrap a label around cords with the name of the gadget they connect to.
8. A well marked label on your printer with specific operational instructions will save all the users time and aggravation.
9. Are there numbers you repeatedly fax to? Place labels with frequently dialed numbers right on the front of the fax machine.
10. The Dymo LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo installs as an Add-in for Quickbooks, making payroll a snap.

The Dymo LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo is a little work horse. I'm used to using a battery powered labeler that I type into. I loved the software and the ease of use. Thumbs up for the Dymo LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo!

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Dymo. I was asked to blog about ways this product can help you save time in the office. I was compensated and given the Dymo 450 Twin Turbo to evaluate.

NAPO Conference 2009

I spent last week at the annual conference of the National Association of Professional Organizers in Orlando Florida. Attending this conference is a great opportunity to connect with other professional organizers around the country, learn about new trends and view some of the latest and greatest products and technology. It is inspirational to hear the stories of success in the organizing industry. Here are a few new and interesting products I found at the organizing expo:

Ziploc Flexible Totes: Large flexible storage bags
Shelf Improvement: Easy to install pull out shelves
Clutter Free Box: Easy storage by the box

My mother and daughter came along to Orlando to enjoy the sites at Walt Disney World. Another great organizing gadget I found very useful was the Magic Kingdom iPhone Application. We were able to find all of the events and attractions and map out our location anywhere in the park. It was awesome, and some great memories were made!

A Relaxation "Productivity" Tool: Tivo

It's time for me to blog about my favorite relaxation "productivity" tool. I am a huge fan of Tivo. This may seem like a commercial, but I believe that if you watch any television at all, the DVR is the way to go. As an organizational/time management expert, I find that people can waste so much time watching mundane television shows. I do understand the relaxation aspect of TV, but why sit there watching commercials or just surfing around when you can spend that time viewing what you really enjoy. Although I do not watch much TV, the few shows I do can be seen according to my schedule, without commercials, and forwarded to the points I'm most interested in. I feel informed every morning because I Tivo the news and watch the headline stories. I do not sit and wait for the stories that catch my interest, I forward to them, and if I didn't catch it all the first time, I can rewind, pause or slow it down. If I come home late and miss the news, I grab my Tivo remote and there it is! I also love the Tivo brand. Having tried other DVR's, I find Tivo to be the most user-friendly. We all have the same 24/7 and need to make the most out of all the time we have, especially when it comes to relaxation because we are so often deprived of restorative down-time. With Tivo I catch up on show's I like when there is laundry to fold, emails to glance through or when I just want to relax after a long day. The best part of Tivo is watching what I want, when I want to, and viewing exactly what I want to see. Don't waste another minute surfing with the remote, get Tivo and take control of your television time!

Dream Drawer Organizers

One of my favorite home organizing products is Dream Drawer Organizers. They are spring loaded drawer dividers that expand 12"-18". You can place them anywhere inside the drawer and they stand upright and secure. They are perfect for socks, underwear and lingerie. There is a new variety that are shallow and can be used in the kitchen to separate utensils, silverware, etc. Dream Drawer Organizers are on sale right now at The Container Store. This is a great item to pick up during your closet spring cleaning session, our organizers often carry them with them, but please ask before scheduling your appointment to make sure they'll have them handy.

Door and Wall Organizing Racks

Here is a great product that I use in my own home, recommend to clients, and suggest putting inside a door or cramped space every chance I get. If your tight for space, even if you're not, these door and wall racks are terrific at keeping items organized and in clear view. Taking up only 4" of depth behind the door, you can still fit full shelving in the closet. Great in a pantry for food, cans, cleaning products etc... great in a bathroom for bottles and shampoos, great in a garage for car care or yard items, they bring Chaos to Order everywhere! You can purchase the racks shown at The Container Store, there are also other versions available at hardware stores or Target.  The photo is from my kitchen pantry. It's a great tool for getting anyone organized!