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June 4, 2023 57 mins

Welcome to another captivating episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast. In this enlightening discussion, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by the esteemed Lisa Woodruff, founder, and CEO of Organize 365®. With a steadfast mission to teach people of all ages the learnable skill of organizing, Lisa empowers individuals to unlock their time and channel their focus toward their unique strengths and passions.

Renowned as the host of the highly-rated Organize 365® Podcast, boasting an impressive 18 mllion downloads and counting, Lisa shares practical tips for reducing overwhelm, decluttering mental chaos, and embracing a productive and organized life. Her relatable personality and down-to-earth approach make her a trusted companion, guiding listeners through organizing tasks while offering unwavering support and moments of laughter.

Under Lisa's visionary leadership, Organize 365 has conducted groundbreaking academic research, shedding light on the definitions of housework, home organization, and the impact of paper in American homes. This ongoing research seeks to make the often-invisible work of managing a home visible to all, ultimately aiming to eliminate it, liberating individuals from repetitive daily tasks and enabling them to pursue their unique contributions to the world.

Drawing upon her profound understanding of the female American experience, Lisa has authored four books, including "How ADHD Affects Home Organization" and "The Paper Solution." Her invaluable insights have inspired the creation of transformative products and courses, such as the revolutionary Sunday Basket®, designed to externalize routine tasks that burden our brain's executive functioning capacity, freeing us to think and create.

In this episode, Gabriella and Lisa dive deep into the topic of "Organizing Your To-Do List." They explore the essence of time management and unravel how a well-structured to-do list can be a powerful tool for effectively managing one's time. Furthermore, they share practical methods to optimize the effectiveness of to-do lists, ensuring enhanced productivity and progress in daily tasks.

Whether you find yourself struggling to stay organized or are seeking ways to elevate your time management skills, this episode promises to deliver valuable insights and actionable advice. Join Gabriella and Lisa Woodruff as they unlock the transformative power of organizing your to-do list, enabling you to regain control of your time and experience heightened productivity and fulfillment in your daily life.

Prepare for an engaging, informed, and insightful conversation that will revolutionize the way you approach your to-do list and revolutionize your organizational journey.

Follow Lisa’s work through her podcast and website at https://organize365.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/user/organize365.

Also, connect with her via social media at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisawoodruff/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Organize365/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organize365/   Pinterest:  https://www.pinterest.com/organize365/   Twitter:  https://twitter.com/organize365

Check out her books on organization and productivity as well:

  • The Mindset of Organization: Take Back Your House One Phase At a Time
  • How ADHD Affects Home Organization: Understanding the Role of the 8 Key Executive Functions of the Mind
  • Organization is a Learnable Skill: A Memoir of How I Transformed My Life and Re
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