SIMPLE AND SUSTAINABLE ORGANIZING: BALANCING WITH THE EARTH

Presented at the 2007 San Francisco Chapter of the National Association Of Professional Organizers regional conference, this 90-minute workshop addresses the issues of green organizing. It is available as either an "instant download" audio recording (in MP3 format which can be played on any computer or MP3 player) or as a CD.

As professional organizers, helping people simplify and improve their lives in ways that support the health of the planet adds value to our business and brownie points to our karma. But how do we do so? Many of us feel isolated in our efforts to be "greener" organizers. How can we help our clients recycle their discards? Where can we find earth-friendly organizing products? How can we become more aware as consumers? How can we educate our clients to be "green"? This workshop answers these questions, and more.

Claire Josefine is an ADD specialist and is founder of the Simple and Sustainable Organizers web group. Maggie Watson, a professional organizer for 20 years, is author of "A Graceful Farewell: Putting Your Affairs in Order." Colleen Warmingham is only the third organizer approved by Co-op America and listed in their National Green Pages. Amanda Kovattana, a Golden Circle member, is co-chair and founder of the NAPO-SFBA Green Special Interest Group and an environmental leadership program graduate. Holly Sherman, CPO®, is able to streamline recycling efforts, encourage voluntary simplicity, and educate others about being conscious consumers.

If you are interested in more NAPO-SFBA workshops, check out the full listing -- and look for our "complete conference recording" sets (save at least 10% when you buy the full year's set of recordings, where available).