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And the first winner in our Kindle Wireless Reading Device giveaway is…
Thank you to EVERYONE (all 10,738 of you!) who are now following @Unclutterer on Twitter and who are participating in our Kindle giveaway. Now, let’s get on to the good stuff …
At 10:00 a.m. EDT, the random number generator picked the following number:
5320
Which means, the winner of today’s Kindle Wireless Reading Device is:
@austinmomof7
I have direct messaged the winner of the Kindle and she has 24 hours to respond.
Remember, there is one more giveaway this Thursday, October 28, so you can still sign up to follow @Unclutterer on Twitter. Congratulations, again, to @austinmomof7.
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Unclutterer giving away two Wi-Fi Amazon Kindles
Unclutterer readers are the most amazing readers on the internet — at least in our (unabashedly biased) opinions. As a result, those of us on the Unclutterer staff will be purchasing two of the latest generation Wi-Fi Amazon Kindles to give away to two of our lucky readers.
Books can take up a lot of storage space in our homes and offices, and having a digital e-book reader certainly helps keep bookshelves from lining every inch of our spaces. The two units we’re giving away are the latest generation Kindle Wireless Reading Device, which are Wi-Fi only, with a 6″ display, in Graphite. It’s the same device I have and love with a passion. (I especially appreciate that I can read silly mystery novels and no one else is the wiser.)
How to enter to win: Entering to win is simple. All you need to do is follow us on Twitter. If you aren’t already on Twitter, create an account and then follow us @Unclutterer.
Next Tuesday and Thursday (October 26 and 28, 2010) at 10:00 a.m. EDT, I will use twitRand() the Random Integer Generator at random.org and select that day’s one winner. You only need to follow us once (and please, only once), to participate in the giveaway. If you already follow us on Twitter, then you are already participating and need not do anything more. Winners of the giveaway will have 24 hours to respond to a direct message from @Unclutterer to claim their new Kindle. Failure to respond within 24 hours will disqualify you from the giveaway.
I know that some of you aren’t interested in social media and will want to complain about having to sign up for Twitter to participate in the giveaway — however, this is the easiest way for us to manage the giveaway and it ensures that many of our readers are already entered to win with no additional effort on their part. Also, if you’re an avid Wired magazine reader, you know that social networking sites can help increase worker productivity if used efficiently.
I am so exited about this reader appreciation event and cannot wait to give away two Kindle Wireless Reading Devices. Remember, you have until 10:00 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, October 26, 2010, to follow us on Twitter for the first Kindle giveaway.
NOTE: twitRand() appears to be offline, so we’ve had to change the manner by which the winners will be randomly selected.
Goodwill launches The Donation Movement
Goodwill Industries launched a new project yesterday called The Donate Movement that encourages people to get rid of unused items in their homes to help their communities and the environment. My friend and professional organizer Lorie Marrero is the spokesperson for the new initiative, and you may have already seen her commercial:
Giving items to charity is often easier when you know what you’re giving away will actually help someone. I really like the widget on The Donate Movement site that shows you exactly how much of an impact your donation will be making:
Anything to encourage the donation of useful items to charity is a great initiative in my book. I hope Goodwill’s new project gets people to evaluate their stuff and make room for what really matters in their lives.
Video: Peter Walsh discusses office organizing and answers an Unclutterer’s question
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of interviewing Oprah’s go-to organizer, the organizing star of Clean Sweep, and all-around fantastic gentleman Peter Walsh. We talked about office organizing and his new line of products he designed for Office Max — you.organized. At the end of the interview, I posed him a question from Unclutterer readers Klyla, Jackie Pettus, and Lose That Girl (their questions were on a similar theme, so I merged them into one mega question). As always, his tips and answers were insightful and incredibly helpful:
After the interview, he e-mailed MORE organizing tips:
- To-Do Lists: When writing a to-do list, group alike tasks together such as making calls or running errands to increase efficiency. But avoid getting overwhelmed with your workload by breaking it into small, manageable tasks. Write to-do list items on individual sticky notes and put them on a wall calendar. Rearrange them as your priorities change. At the end of the day, review your checklist and cross off completed items. Move any pending items to a fresh list for tomorrow.
- Calendars: You might feel like multiple schedules lead to more confusion. For a little planning relief, combine home and work calendars. Simply choose various colors to mark important dates: one for professional tasks and meetings, one for personal appointments, one for social engagements, one for your children’s activities, and so on.
- Closing Thoughts: Remember that your desk sends a clear signal about who you are and how you approach your work. You should have an organized desk at the start and finish of every day.
He also included an closeup image of the vertical storage system from the video:
Thanks again to Peter for taking time out of his busy schedule to talk with Unclutterer, Office Max for setting up the interview, and Klyla, Jackie Pettus, and Lose That Girl for asking such a terrific question. I must admit, it was nice to know that his systems fall apart from time-to-time, too! A great reminder that we’re all human.
Video: Erin on Monday’s Rachael Ray Show
This week seems to be all about videos here on Unclutterer (don’t forget our upcoming Ask Peter Walsh anything!), and I’m excited to be part of the collection. For anyone who doesn’t have a television, lives outside the U.S. or Canada, or missed Saturday’s announcement, you can now see my appearance on yesterday’s Rachael Ray Show online:
The clip is just a little over three minutes long, and I’m really happy with how it went. I had a great time on set, and Rachael and her staff were incredibly kind. I also love how Michael Buffer says my name — Erin Roooooooooooooney Dolaaaaaaaand! I hope you enjoy the clip and the closet organizing tips, too.
Unclutterer on the Rachael Ray Show
Set your TiVOs, DVRs, or tune in Monday morning, April 26, to the Rachael Ray Daytime Talk Show. I’m on the episode giving advice on how to organize your closet, just in time for warmer weather.
I filmed my segment for this episode back in January, and I can’t believe I was able to keep it a secret until now while I’ve been waiting for it to air. I had an amazing time on set, and Rachael was incredibly nice to me. Michael Buffer (famous for his “Let’s Get Ready to Rumble” tagline) was on set the same day and I was able to meet his adorable dogs and daughter. Buffer announces the whole episode, and even announced me! In the same episode, RuPaul teaches the audience how to put on fake eyelashes (and, wow, RuPaul is tall — I had no idea), and veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward shows viewers how to safely trim their pets’ nails. There are even more experts giving advice in the episode, but you’ll have to watch to learn more.
My appearance on the show is a little bittersweet, as it was the last time I wore high heel shoes. After my accident, I may never be able to wear high heels again. I know it’s not the most important thing in the world, and my podiatrist assures me my feet will appreciate the change, but it’s still a little sad. Feel welcome to join me in waving goodbye to my high heels at the end of the segment.
For clarification, I’m on Rachael’s daytime talk show, not her 30-Minute Meals show. Check your local listings for when the show airs in your region. I hope you enjoy the tips!
And the fourth and final winner of the Fujitsu ScanSnap giveaway is …
Thank you to EVERYONE (all 6,695 of you!) who are now following @Unclutterer on Twitter and who have participated in our Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 giveaway. We have greatly enjoyed this giveaway! Now, let’s get on to the good stuff …
At 10:00 a.m. EDT, the random number generator picked the following number:
4,500
Which means, the winner of this week’s Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 is:
@teal64
I have direct messaged the winner of the Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 and she has 24 hours to respond.
Even though the four-week contest is over, you can still sign up to follow @Unclutterer on Twitter. Also, sign up to follow @ScanSnapIT for tips and tricks about reducing your paper clutter. BIG, AMAZING, GIGANTIC thanks to Fujitsu for doing such a generous giveaway for Unclutterer readers and our Twitter followers! I cannot express with words how much I have enjoyed awarding these ScanSnaps. It has brought so much happiness to my Thursdays.
Finally, happy Earth Day, everyone!
Ask Peter Walsh anything!
Next week, I’ll be interviewing Oprah’s go-to organizer, the organizing star of Clean Sweep, and all-around fantastic gentleman Peter Walsh to talk with him about a new line of office organizing products he has designed for Office Max. While his publicist and I were working out the details this time for the technical side of things (we’re doing a video chat so you can hear his fabulous accent), I came up with a fun way to get you in on the fun.
My Plan: Ask Peter anything!
Here’s how it will work: In the comments to this post, write in a question you have always had for Peter. Then, next week when I’m preparing for my interview with him, I will pick my favorite question from the comments to ask him that is (likely) unrelated to office organizing. Maybe you want to know what it is like to work with Oprah? Maybe you want to know how he got to where he is today? If you want to know the answer, put it in the comments. I just ask that you please keep the questions tasteful and respectful … this is a family-friendly website after all, and I doubt I would ask him anything that would make me blush!
If all of the technical aspects work as planned, the video should be live on the site next Thursday. Leave your question in the comments, and stay tuned — Peter Walsh just might answer your question.
And the third winner of the Fujitsu ScanSnap giveaway is …
Thank you to EVERYONE (all 6,512 of you!) who are now following @Unclutterer on Twitter and who are participating in our Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 giveaway. Now, let’s get on to the good stuff …
At 10:00 a.m. EDT, the random number generator picked the following number:
1,789
Which means, the winner of this week’s Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 is:
@Ribstbbq
I have direct messaged the winner of the Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 and she/he has 24 hours to respond.
Remember, there are still two more giveaways between now and April 22, so you can still sign up to follow @Unclutterer on Twitter. Also, sign up to follow @ScanSnapIT for tips and tricks about reducing your paper clutter. Big thanks continue to go to Fujitsu for doing such a generous giveaway for Unclutterer readers and our Twitter followers.
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Odds and ends for April 13
A couple reminders and articles we wanted to share with our readers.
The reminders:
- If you’re in New York City, you’re invited to attend the Real Simple 10th Anniversary Celebration this Thursday (April 15). Learn more at RealSimpleRewards.com. I’m scheduled to speak between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m. in the “dining room” of Vanderbilt Hall in Grand Central Terminal.
- Don’t forget about our drawing Thursday (April 15) at 10:00 a.m. EDT for our third Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 giveaway! Entering to win is simple. All you need to do is follow us on Twitter. If you aren’t already on Twitter, create an account and then follow us @Unclutterer. Also consider following the generous people of ScanSnap @ScanSnapIT.
The articles:
- From NPR: “For Hoarders, The Mess Begins In The Mind“
- From BoingBoing: “Custom furniture for gamer geeks“
- From the Wall Street Journal: “Law and Order: How a Pro Helps Tackle Clutter“
- From WiseBread: “15 Awesome Storage Solutions for Under $10“
And the second winner in the Fujitsu ScanSnap giveaway is …
Thank you to EVERYONE (all 5,986 of you!) who are now following @Unclutterer on Twitter and who are participating in our Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 giveaway. Now, let’s get on to the good stuff …
At 10:00 a.m. EDT, the random number generator picked the following number:
1,142
Which means, the winner of this week’s Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 is:
@DavidStith
I have direct messaged the winner of the Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 and he has 24 hours to respond.
Remember, there are still two more giveaways between now and April 22, so you can still sign up to follow @Unclutterer on Twitter. Also, sign up to follow @ScanSnapIT for tips and tricks about reducing your paper clutter. Big thanks continue to go to Fujitsu for doing such a generous giveaway for Unclutterer readers and our Twitter followers.
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Quick reminder for our ScanSnap giveaway
Don’t forget about our drawing today at 10:00 a.m. EDT for our second Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 giveaway!
Entering to win is simple. All you need to do is follow us on Twitter. If you aren’t already on Twitter, create an account and then follow us @Unclutterer. Last week’s winner already has her new ScanSnap S1300 — you could be next!
While you’re following @Unclutterer, consider also following Fujitsu @ScanSnapIT for scanning tips and news. They are so incredibly generous for doing this giveaway with us in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. Good luck!
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And the first winner in the Fujitsu ScanSnap giveaway is …
Thank you to EVERYONE (all 5,445 of you!) who are now following @Unclutterer on Twitter and who are participating in our Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 giveaway. Now, let’s get on to the good stuff …
At 10:00 a.m. EDT, the random number generator picked the following number:
741
Which means, the winner of this week’s Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 is:
@ValHutchins
I have direct messaged the winner of the Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 and he or she has 24 hours to respond.
Remember, there are still three more giveaways between now and April 22, so you can still sign up to follow @Unclutterer on Twitter. Also, sign up to follow @ScanSnapIT for tips and tricks about reducing your paper clutter. Big thanks continue to go to Fujitsu for doing such a generous giveaway for Unclutterer readers and our Twitter followers.
Is this the first you’ve heard of the giveaway? Learn more.
Unclutterer giving away four Fujitsu ScanSnaps in April
I cannot tell you how excited I am to share this news with you. In April, thanks to the amazing generosity of the Fujitsu company, Unclutterer will be giving away FOUR ScanSnap S1300 scanners to our readers.
April 22 this year marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, and we wanted to do something big to commemorate the event. We’ve teamed up with Fujitsu to help our readers cut back on paper waste, digitize clutter, and better organize work/home offices. We will give away one ScanSnap S1300 scanner on April 1, April 8, April 15, and April 22 (four scanners total) to celebrate.
The prizes: The ScanSnap S1300 is the latest multi-page color scanner from Fujitsu. It is compatible with both PCs and Macs, scans both sides of the page, has optical character recognition, can transform any document into a Word file with just a click of a button, is able to scan a document up to 34 inches long and as small as 2″ x 2″, and is even Energy Star compliant. My description of this awesome machine doesn’t do it justice, so please check out the full product details.
How to enter to win: Entering to win is simple. All you need to do is follow us on Twitter. If you aren’t already on Twitter, create an account and then follow us @Unclutterer.
Each Thursday of the giveaway at 10:00 a.m. EDT, I will enter the number of our Twitter followers into the Random Integer Generator at random.org and select that day’s one winner. You only need to follow us once (and please, only once), to participate in the giveaway. If you already follow us on Twitter, then you are already participating and need not do anything more. Winners of the giveaway will have 24 hours to respond to a direct message from @Unclutterer to claim their new scanner. Failure to respond within 24 hours will disqualify you from the giveaway.
While you’re following @Unclutterer, consider also following Fujitsu @ScanSnapIT for scanning tips and news. I know that some of you aren’t interested in social media and will complain about having to sign up for Twitter to participate in the giveaway — however, this is the easiest way for us to manage the giveaway and it insures that many of our readers are already entered to win with no additional effort on their part. Also, if you’re an avid Wired magazine reader, you know that social networking sites can help increase worker productivity if used efficiently. If you still wish to complain, well, please don’t because you can always cancel your account after the contest has ended. This is simply the easiest way for us to conduct the giveaway.
I am so exited about this April event and cannot wait to give away FOUR Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 scanners. Remember, you have until 10:00 a.m. EDT on Thursday, April 1, to follow us on Twitter for the first scanner giveaway. Good luck, and again a special thanks to Fujitsu for their amazing generosity!
Mark your calendars!
Real Simple magazine is celebrating their 10th anniversary next month, and they are throwing two amazing parties you can attend for free.
The first event: Chicago, Friday, April 9, from 12-7 pm at Union Station’s Great Hall.
The second event: New York City, Thursday, April 15, from 12-7 pm at Grand Central Terminal’s Vanderbilt Hall.
Each party will feature: “15-minute workshops led by experts on fashion, beauty, fitness, cooking, and more. Performances by Broadway’s hottest shows every hour in New York. Special commissioned performance by the Joffrey Ballet in Chicago. Mini manicures. Food tastings. Gift bags and more.”
At the New York event, I will be presenting a 15-minute workshop on the topic “time saving tips.” I will repeat the same presentation four times from 4-5 pm. According to the current schedule, I will be in the Dining Room of Vanderbilt Hall for these presentations. (The Real Simple website currently says that I’m presenting in Chicago, which is an error. I’ll definitely be in New York.) I will also be attending the Client Lunch from 12-2 pm on the same day (catered by Charlie Palmer’s Metrazur — yum!), and be available to answer questions, sign books, etc.
Again, both events are free and open to the public. The lineup of speakers is amazing, and I’m honored to be participating. If you are unable to attend, you can follow along through the related Facebook group and through the Twitter hashtag #RS10 and @Real_Simple account.
