BLOOMINGTON, IL – October 29, 2007 -- OnlineOrganizing.com ..."A world of organizing solutions!" has selected Productivity Consultant Stephanie Calahan as their expert on paper & information productivity. She will be writing weekly articles for the international company.  Stephanie offers the following paper tips.

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Contact: Stephanie L. H. Calahan
A: 8 Shoreline Court, Bloomington IL 61704
T: 309.825.7833 (days & evenings)
F: 309.422.7665
E: questions@calahansolutions.com
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OnlineOrganizing.com Selects Stephanie Calahan as Expert Author
Local Productivity Consultant, Stephanie L. H. Calahan Selected to Write on Paper & Information Productivity Issues

BLOOMINGTON, IL – October 29, 2007 -- OnlineOrganizing.com ..."A world of organizing solutions!" has selected Productivity Consultant Stephanie Calahan as their expert on paper & information productivity. She will be writing weekly articles for the international company.

Founder Ramona Creel developed a collaborative world wide network of professionals who provide a wide assortment of solutions to everyday organizing problems -- both at home and at work. OnlineOrganizing.com is a place where people can learn and share ideas about how to better use time and space -- and reduce clutter-induced stress. Their goals are simple:

• Convenience -- find everything that you need without searching the web
• Full Service -- from organizer referrals to online shopping to customized advice
• Interactivity -- don't just read about organizing...get involved in the action!
• Content -- articles, tips, and other valuable information that changes monthly

Stephanie has been a preferred provider of organizing and productivity solutions for OnlineOrganizing.com for a number of years. Adding this element only grows the relationship between the two companies.

Stephanie is a national productivity coach and founder of Calahan Solutions, Inc. "Over 85 percent of our clients call us because of challenges managing paper. Fortunately, it is an area we love to work." Stephanie speaks, writes and consults on the topics of learning, productivity, organization and communication differences. She shares the following paper management tips:

Create a File Index
List the location of each category and folder. That way, when you need to find your documents, you will have an easier time locating what you need. Stephanie's favorite solution is the Paper Tiger (http://tinyurl.com/3e3zwk) software.

Use Nouns vs. Verbs or Adjectives for File Naming
Begin file folder headings with a noun rather than a verb or adjective for example, use "clients: current" instead of "current clients."

Avoid Paper Clips
Clip multiple-page documents together with staples or a binder clips, but avoid paper clips because they have a tendency to get caught on other pages.

Keep Fingertip Files at Your Desk
Fingertip files are those that you refer to all the time -- phone lists, school directories, or action files..

What is the Next Action?
When you are faced with the daunting task of going through a pile of papers, ask yourself, "what is the next action I need to tak with this?"  Separate your reference information from your action information for easy retrieval.  For a tips page on how to create an action filing system, visit http://tinyurl.com/3cwem3.

Reduce the Piles into Files
If you keep your files in piles on your desk because you need to see them, try using a rolling file cart. this keeps piles off your desk but in a place where you can see them at all times.

Do you have a favorite paper or electronic information tip?  Share it with stephanie by writing to webmaster@calahansolutions.com.  If she uses your tip, she will be sure to give you credit.

About Calahan Solutions, Inc.: (www.calahansolutions.com) is a premier professional productivity and organization consulting firm, serving a national and local clientele in corporate settings, home-based businesses, and residential environments.  Calahan Solutions, Inc. is a member of NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers), NSGCD (the National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization), NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners), the McLean County Chamber of Commerce and the BBB (Better Business Bureau.)

You Won't Have to Do it Our Way, Because We Help You Find YOUR Way! ™

Visit www.calahansolutions.com for free tips, free organizing reports, downloads, organizing products and service offerings.

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For more information:
Contact: Stephanie L. H. Calahan
T: 309.825.7833 (day/evening)
A:  8 Shoreline Court, Bloomington IL 61704
E: questions@calahansolutions.com
W: http://www.calahansolutions.com