(www.myorganizedbiz.com) – Artists have a reputation for being disorganized and messy. But I have a large number of clients and friends who create visual masterpieces and I’ll tell you, how they organize their workspace is serious business.
Painters and artists know that in order to create, they must have all of their essential tool within reach.
Just think – if you have a flash of an idea for a painting, you’ll lose the it while going through piles of rags and crud trying to find your sketch pad.
No matter what you create in your business, getting to your work easily is critical …read more

(www.myorganizedbiz.com) – I’ve been sitting on a moderately comfortable chair for a couple of years. I can’t seem to get myself to buy something new when the chair I have is still perfectly serviceable, attractive, and, well, free.
You may have noticed yourself wiggling around after a couple of hours of sitting at the computer, trying to stretch out the stiff muscles. Maybe your back aches or you’re hunched over because there’s no lumbar support. You might eventually consider (like I have) bringing in a chair that would remedy your discomfort.
How does this affect your organized biz? Well, discomfort equals …read more

Gone are the days of elocution lessons, skirt length checks, and book balancing practice. Thank goodness!
So, if you’re expecting a lecture about sitting up straight, think again. However, awareness of your spine alignment at work can make a difference on your productivity and health. The following suggestions can help reduce back pain and the need for frequent chiropractic visits.
And they don’t cost a dime.
OSHA’s working posture suggestions:

sit and work so head, neck, and trunk face forward (not twisted)
sit so trunk perpendicular to floor (not leaning forward or backward)
shoulders and upper arms perpendicular to floor
arms and shoulders relaxed and level (not …read more

This article is the first in a series about ergonomics.
Oh, but ergonomics is just for big companies, you say?
Well, yes, if you’re a disembodied head. But if you still have limbs and a spine, give some thought to ergonomics (the science of good working posture). Your body will thank you.
How to work with your computer to prevent strain and fatigue
Monitor

monitor position is directly in front so do not have to twist head or neck
top line of screen is at or below eye level
monitor correct distance to read without leaning head, neck, or trunk
no glare (e.g., from windows, lights) is …read more