Sue Becker
Certified Professional Organizer - Chronic Disorganization, ADD Specialist, CPA, MBA
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Sue Becker Quick Facts
- Main Areas
- ADHD, Chronic Disorganization, Paperwork, Time Management
- Best Sellers
- Conversations on Success, The APPLES Resource Guide, Action Notes, Get Organized, Take Control of Your Life: 5 Simple Steps to Discover Freedom
- Career Focus
- Speaker, Professional Organizer and Productivity Consultant
- Affiliation
- National Association of Professional Organizers, National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization, Attention Deficit Disorder Association
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Sue Becker is the founder and owner of From Piles to Smiles® professional organizing service. She is a CPA, and spent 20 years in various auditing, accounting, finance, and marketing positions at a variety of companies, including The Quaker Oats Company and SBC. The organization and time management skills that she used in these positions led to numerous accolades, including a prestigious leadership award. She started From Piles to Smiles early in 2000.
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As a full-time working professional and parent, Sue knows the positive impact of an organized home and business. Her goal and passion is to help others achieve the peacefulness and joy that comes from feeling in control and having time to enjoy the things that really matter in life. She has helped people from Washington State to Washington, D.C. live more stress-free and harmonious lives by showing them how to reduce clutter, organize paperwork, and prioritize tasks.
Sue serves her community by volunteering with local organizations including DuPage Senior Services, St. Joseph Finance Committee, PADS, and others. Her website is www.PilesToSmiles.com |
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Organize and Clear the Clutter - 6 Simple Tips to Clear Your Clutter
After a major windstorm last week, I faced the significant task of "de-cluttering" my front yard. As I surveyed my yard covered with large branches, I felt overwhelmed and unsure how to start. Then I took a deep breath, chose a place to start, steadily sawed the boughs, and deposited them into waste bags for the garbage collector. These tips will help you discover how to tackle the overwhelming task of de-cluttering your space ... whether it's your office, kitchen, or garage.
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Organize Your Life, Up and Away! 5 Liberating Lessons for a Lighter Life
I recently saw the Disney-Pixar movie Up, and discovered it was entertaining and instructional. The movie imparted some of the same messages I teach my clients. I actually retrieved a pen and small notebook from my purse during the movie and took notes. (Yes, I am an organizer at heart!) In case you haven't see Up, here's a plot summary: Carl, the grumpy main character, uses thousands of helium-filled balloons to carry his entire home through the sky to move to Paradise Falls, South America, to fulfill his late wife's childhood dream.
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Organizing An Easy Checklist to Be Prepared When an Emergency Strikes
Whether caused by Mother Nature or a person, an emergency can throw our lives into chaos. But being prepared in case an emergency strikes can help. How prepared are you? This a great time to evaluate your emergency readiness. The following checklist will help you be prepared for any emergency. Like an insurance policy, I hope you never need to make use of your preparation 1. Set up an emergency plan with your family. Sit down with your family members and plan where you'll meet and how you'll contact each other in an emergency.
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Organize Your Keepsakes: How I Turned My Muddled Mess into Meaningful Memories
I knew the time had come to pare down my burgeoning collection of mementos when I tried to stuff just one more greeting card into one of my four keepsake boxes and a cascade of papers came tumbling down - with no lid to hold back the avalanche, I received a very tangible wake-up call that I can't save everything. Are you hanging on to physical reminders of people and events thinking it will be a great way to reminisce or even to honor the people those things represent? I certainly understand the emotions that greeting cards, ticket stubs, old toys, and even clothing can bring.
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An Organized Vacation is a Relaxing Vacation
Summer is here - the most popular time of year to go on vacation. While you may be looking forward to your vacation destination, you may be dreading the last-minute scrambling that typically accompanies your pursuit of relaxation. These tips will help make sure your trip is actually as relaxing and enjoyable as you've imagined it will be by helping you get organized before you leave.
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Organize Your Computer
Are your computer files as jumbled and disorganized as your paper files? Are there files on your computer that you don't even recognize? Do you rely on the search function to allow you to find your electronic documents? Are there days that you love your computer and some that you want to send it into orbit? While technical malfunctions are often out of our control, there are things you can do to make your computer more user-friendly.
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7 Simple Steps to Tame the Job Hunting Jungle
During these times of economic volatility, it's a good idea to be prepared in case your employment situation changes. Whether you're currently employed and looking for a new opportunity or unemployed and searching for work, you'll want to get the most out of your job-hunting time and effort. To overcome feeling overwhelmed, I recommend creating a plan and getting organized - this will help you focus your efforts, stay motivated, and accelerate your success. Check out my "7 Simple Steps" article below for helpful tips.
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Pare Down That Reading Pile
From health updates to decorating ideas to news items, magazines and newspapers can contain a wealth of information. However, that information is meaningless if you don't take the time to read it. I have a hard time making time for reading because I always feel there's something "more important" that I should be doing. So I use car trips (when my husband is driving) to do most of my reading. How well are you doing keeping up with your reading pile? These tips offer ideas to keep that reading pile under control.
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7 Tips to Control Your Time - Buying You More Time for Fun!
Some people cringe at the thought of "time management," thinking it limits their creativity. In reality, it's the opposite! Whether you're a stay-at-home parent or work in an office, when you add structure to your day and control your time, you'll get the important things done on time. The following tips will help you "buy" time to enjoy your family, hobbies, sports, and other fun things in your life. 1. Set goals and priorities - Understanding your goals and priorities helps you identify the most important tasks and manage your time accordingly.
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Organize Your Bedroom for a Good Night's Sleep
Is your bedroom calm and serene, a place where you can relax and get a restful night's sleep? Or is it a chaotic place filled with clutter, clothes, papers and the like? If your bedroom is anything but restful, consider spending some time de-cluttering and organizing it so it becomes a sanctuary to replenish your mind and soul. In addition, organizing your bedroom will make getting dressed each day a simple endeavor rather than a frantic hunt for matching shoes!r
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The Right Tools Make Getting Organized Easier
When an associate mentioned that she was feeling inspired to wash the windows of her home, I realized that the reason for her inspiration could also help people feel inspired to tackle an organizing project. She had recently purchased a squeegee and bucket and discovered that having the right tools provided her with motivation to do the job. In addition, those tools made the window cleaning easier and faster and provided great results. Before the squeegee/bucket approach, she rarely washed her windows and viewed it as a tedious, weekend-long task.
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Take a Break and Get More Done
When life gets busy (and when doesn’t it?) we often feel that we have to put our head down and plow full steam ahead to get as much done as possible. While it may seem counterintuitive, taking a break can actually help you accomplish more, and make life more enjoyable at the same time. Giving your mind (and body) a chance to rest can help refocus your attention and boost your energy as well as help relieve stress and sharpen your cognitive ability.
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Favorite Quotes & Thoughts from Sue Becker
Simplicity leads to harmony.
Greet each day with purpose and conviction so you keep moving in the direction you want your life to go.
Success is moving towards becoming and loving the person you were meant to be.
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