I don't know about you, but I am pretty picky when it comes to my cleaning products. I have caved and gone with non eco products due to what works best and husband compromise. As a floor cleaner I really like this Better Life one. It is made in the USA and it smells good. Many times clients hire Eco Modern Concierge because we give recommendations of products we like, so I am constantly testing and trying various products. What are some of your favorite eco cleaning products?
Monday, October 16, 2017
Friday, October 13, 2017
6 Last Minute Tips to Get Organized to Host a Halloween Party
Throwing a last minute halloween party? Here are 5 tips to get you organized.
- Decor. Go outside and gather leaves and pinecones. If all else fails go to the dollar store for webbing.
- Drinks. Have a signature drink or byob.
- Look on Pinterest. There are all kinds of quick food ideas on there
- Smell. Essential Oils for smell. To get that great fall small use several drops of clove and cinnamon bark essential oils in a diffuser or simmer water, orange peels, cinnamon sticks and cloves on the stove.
- Lighting. Use candles or pick up cheap ones at the dollar store and change the lightbulbs to black, orange or green lights.
- Pictures. Pick up some disposable cameras and have guests pass them around. Fun to see what kind of photos they took.
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
5 Productivity Tips + Hacks
Recently have been asked to speak on panels and taught classes on productivity tips and hacks. As a professional organizer, I get asked constantly to help others stay productive, so they have more time. Who doesn't want more time on their hands?! I will hopefully do a series and continue to post productivity tips and hacks. Below are 5 tips and hacks that I and many of my clients use.
Use the Pomodoro technique. This is great technique to use to really stay focused. You pick a task to get accomplished and set a timer for 25 minutes. Then after the timer dings you take a 5 minute break. If you focus on one thing at a time it will help you get more accomplished and be more productive.
Use site blockers. Site blockers are a great way to not be on certain sites while you are trying to complete tasks. Like social media sites.
Prep the night before. This helps so much when you are trying to get ready in the morning. If you have your clothes already picked out, lunch possibly made, what you need for the next day, etc. it can be a huge time saver.
Outsource tasks. If you outsource things like errands, admin tasks, etc. you can gain so much more time to do things you love. This is where Eco Modern Concierge comes in ;)
Do what you can and stay positive. Simple as that. You can't do it all and if have a great attitude all will work out just fine.
Monday, October 9, 2017
Made in the USA + Eco: Mahalo Antioxidant Mask
I received this Mahalo BEAN antioxidant face mask in one of my Beauty Heroes boxes. It is made of all natural ingredients and is made in the USA. It smells divine and you use the brush to put it on. It leaves my skin smelling good and feeling fresh. What is your favorite made in the USA face mask?
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Friday, October 6, 2017
10 Things People Outsource
Owning a concierge company and doing professional organizing, there are so many things that my clients in and outside of Houston outsource. Being a concierge company we are often part of the outsourcing that people do because they don't want to do certain tasks or just don't have the time. Here are 10 common things that people outsource.
Administrative tasks: There are so many resources out there where you can outsource your admin tasks. Eco Modern Concierge does a TON of admin tasks.
Concierge / Errand services: Do you have 5 million errands and not sure how to get it all done? Call a concierge service. That is why our clients hire Eco Modern Concierge. It is because they don't have time to get everything done or just don't want to do certain things.
Grocery delivery: There are services like Shipt and Instacart that you can use get your grocery delivered. Eco Modern Concierge often gets asked to buy groceries and people often use our services or similar services because we really get to know the client, brands they like and dislike, know when to restock, etc.
Cleaning services: After many years of begging my husband for a cleaning person to come in, he finally caved last year and we LOVE it. Clients often outsource this and it makes their lives so much easier.
Organizing services: Since I am a professional organizer here in Houston, I thought I should definitely include organizing on the list. There are SO many people in need of help and you can find a professional organizer in your area by going to napo.net.
Food prep: A lot of my clients use individuals or services to meal prep for them. This saves them so much time and makes meal times super easy. This is especially great for busy families.
Food delivery: Do you ever order take out and have it delivered? So many people do by using apps like Door Dash, Favor, etc. I have used them especially if I am stuck at a clients house and didn't bring anything to eat.
Research: Many clients have used Eco Modern Concierge's services to help with research whether this is for a work project or a vacation. There are various services like ours, apps and websites you can use.
Phone answering: If you own a business you can outsource someone to answer your phone for you during business hours or during non-business hours.
Landscaping services: When my husband and I moved several years ago, our yard size greatly increased and the previous owners said the current landscapers would give us the same rate, so we jumped on it. It is such a great thing not having to constantly do yard work. We do, do yard work in between service days, but really like outsourcing it. Many of my clients also outsource their yards and there are so many companies and individuals to choose from.
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
What to Purge Before You Move
Recently I have done a lot of moves and there are so many things you can get rid of before you move. Here are a just a few things to think about:
- Kids toys
- Pantry
- Kitchen: dishes, pots, pans, cups, etc.
- Garage: paint, junk, non-working tools, etc.
- Cords & cables
- Paperwork - junk mail, old catalogs, credit card offers, etc.
- Unwanted furniture
- Cosmetics and toiletries
- Kids art
- Kids trophies
- Towels and linens
- Collections you may no longer want
- Clothes, shows, lingerie
- Office supplies no longer needed or working
- Old electronics
- Old VHS, DVDs, CDs
- Books and magazines
Monday, October 2, 2017
Made in the USA: Kristin Ess Beach Wave Hairspray
The more that I do my hair on a regular basis, the more I use hairspray. I first heard about this hairspray on Instagram. I went to Target to pick it up and found out it was made in the USA! YES! So far I like it and may try some other hairsprays from this brand later on.
Do you have favorite hairspray you use?
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