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Labeled Organizing

Sara Garrison

Professional Organizer Sara Garrison shares practical tips for organizing your home, simplifying your life, and creating systems that actually work. Drawing from years of experience with residential and commercial clients, Sara explores decluttering, productivity, moving, hoarding behaviors, time management, life transitions, and the mindset shifts that make lasting organization possible.Whether you’re tackling a cluttered closet, preparing for a move, recovering after a major life change, or simply looking for motivation to get started, each episode offers actionable strategies and real-world insights to help you create a more functional and peaceful space.New episodes feature organizing advice, product recommendations, client-inspired lessons, and encouragement for making progress one step at a time.

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S1 · E140
Yesterday · 34 min
140. Friday Recap: Coaching, Estate Sales and Much-Needed Breaks
Happy Friday everyone! It's been almost a month since I've recorded, and in taking that break, I've realized that I still enjoy podcasting, I just also enjoy the "slow" stuff too. Let's talk about transitions - seasonal, life, etc - and what you can do to balance those organizing projects with tasks that don't require as much of your time, as well as mental energy. Interested in Organizing Coaching for 2027? Email Sara at labeledorganizing@gmail.com to sign up for a January spot! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E139
October 9 · 23 min
139. 10-Minute Task: Free Breakfast
Have you ever thought about what kind of food you're leaving on the table? (No pun intended.) Part of being organized is not just keeping your items sorted at home. It's also about finding ways to save money, and not overpaying. In today's episode, we'll talk about quick, easy ways to get free food TODAY. Whether you actually sit at a table or not is totally up to you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E138
August 21 · 21 min
138. Organizing for Pre-Schoolers
Visit Birdberry Bops Songs for Kids on YouTube! Listen to Birdberry Bops Songs for Kids on Spotify! We love Outschool! Sign up for a class HERE! Links to my favorite kids playroom project cases! Art & Craft Storage Case Toy Storage Organizer Board Game Storage Storage Box with Removable Tray Parents of Pre-Schoolers, are you struggling to get your playroom under control? Then this episode is exactly what you need to hear. Organizing your tiniest ones isn't just about having the perfect organizing system. It's about setting up one tiny system then incorporating THEM into the process. Also check out "Organizing for Pre-Schoolers" on YouTube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E137
August 19 · 1 hr 6 min
137. Organizing Your Closet After Weight Gain
Visit our new website HERE! Link to the BEST Weatherproof Tote to Help you With This Episode! I LOVE these Garment Bags! Let's talk about something that no one wants to talk about, but we have to talk about: Organizing after we gain weight. And it happens, for so many reasons. In this episode, we talk about various life phases where we gain weight, but our closet still reflects an "older" version of ourself that no longer serves us. If you're struggling to get your closet organized because there are sizes you don't want to let go of, this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E136
August 12 · 33 min
136. No One Got Back-to-School Right
Visit the new website HERE! The NOTECARDS I mention in this episode! Listen, I can honestly say that NO ONE got back-to-school right - especially this year. Listen to today's episode to get three take-aways from our experience, and hopefully, take a little weight off of your shoulders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E135
August 7 · 1 hr 19 min
135. My Top 5 Must-Have Car Emergency Kit Items
Visit our NEW Website HERE! For ELECTRIC VEHICLES, try these CHARGERS! Products Recommended in This Video: DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS: Blue Driver Pro-S (Next Generation) Blue Driver Pro (Older Version) DIGITAL BATTERY JUMP STARTERS: Noco Boost Jump Starter (Premium Option) Joltekon Jump Starter (Best Value) Trekure Jump Starter (Cheapest Option) TIRE FIX OPTIONS: Carsun Digital Air Compressor Fix a Flat Tire Inflator SURVIVAL ITEMS: Hot Hands Hand Warmers (40 Pairs) Travel Blanket (Soft) Emergency Travel Blankets w/ Case Emergency Travel Blankets (Basic Foil) TRAFFIC SAFETY ITEMS: Road Hero Traffic Cones (18" 4-Pack) Road Flares (3 Pack) EMERGENCY KIT STORAGE IDEAS: Clear Travel Organizer Tote Auto Storage Bag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E134
August 4 · 23 min
134. Organizing Traps & Alternating Tasks
Visit our new website HERE! The following products relate to this episode, and have helped me and my son quite a bit! THE Absolute Best Extension Cords Best Looking/Easy to Hang White Boards These Whiteboard Markers Write & Look the Best Waterproof Book Protector Pouch *** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** We all bargain with our future self by putting off tasks we should be doing today. The only difference between a "regular" person and a professional organizer is we don't beat ourselves up - as bad. Instead, we alternate tasks and push the project forward. Sounds easy, right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E133
July 28 · 56 min
133. Travel Product Review: Bagsmart Compression Packing Cubes
*** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** Awesome Air Mattress for Kid Travels! Visit our NEW website HERE! If you only spend money on ONE travel system, it MUST be packing cubes. I've tried many over the years, and I just upgraded. In this episode, I'll review the Bagsmart Compression Packing Cubes AND share with you my "still awesome" backup option. Links to all products are below! High quality option: Bagsmart Compression Packing Cubes My "budget-friendly" option: Veken Packing Cubes Puffer Jacket: Outdoor Ventures Women's Packable Puffer Puffer Vest: Baleaf Women's Winter Running Vest Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E132
July 24 · 7 min
132. Preview: "Let's Label It" Series
*** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** Visit our NEW website HERE! "You can put labels on things, and on people, but only if the label serves you." Coming this Fall, the "Let's Label It" series will cover patterns that don't always serve us. We don't have to hold onto them, but they can teach us about organizing... and life. This Fall 2026, continue the series at https://www.thelabeledorganizingpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E131
July 23 · 23 min
131. Elevate & Separate
*** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** Visit our NEW website HERE! Shop products I discuss in the episode: Metal Monitor Stand Riser Closet Shelf Dividers I've worked with many people over the years who love to work DOWN. They place larger purses on their closet floor, stack heavy totes side by side in the garage, and watch as office notes and gadgets clutter their desk. But there IS a better way. You can work UPWARD and OUTWARD, and today is the day it makes sense. If you don't already have these systems, it's OK. All it takes is purchasing one riser or one package of acrylic separators and you will see a difference. Tune in to this episode for more information. Learn about products and recommendations at: https://www.thelabeledorganizingpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E130
July 21 · 14 min
130. Timing Larger Organizing Projects
Visit our NEW website HERE! *** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** Is there ever a time when you start a larger project then feel defeated when you can't wrap it up before bed, or starting something else? You're not alone. You're just not timing your project accordingly. In this short, motivational episode, I will give you a few tips on how to start a project TODAY that you will finish - and clean up - by the time you turn in for the night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E129
July 20 · 39 min
129. Organizing for Single Moms (and those who feel like one) - Part Three
Visit our NEW website HERE! *** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** In this third and final part of the series, I focus on "health and stress" as part of being a single mom. We talk about organizing time, where to put fitness on your list of priorities, and how to work towards alleviating stress so that you don't end up in the ER, like I did last year. Organizing for Single Moms (and those who feel like one) isn't just about making things look pretty, but functional as well. That also includes figuring out what makes sense to you - for your health and not just your closet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E128
July 17 · 27 min
128. Your Nightstand is Keeping You Awake
Visit our NEW website HERE! *** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** Shop products I discuss in this episode: Fire Escape Ladder for Balcony Emergency Fire Blankets Fireproof Document Organizer Bag Emergency Fire Escape Mask Travel Pill Organizer Be honest, how organized is your nightstand? Does it support your bedtime routine, or do you feel like you're always looking for something you need - right before you're supposed to unwind? In this episode, I'll give you three EASY steps to get your nightstand customized to what YOU need, so you can relax - or at least free your mind to worry about other things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E127
July 16 · 45 min
127. Organizing for Single Moms (and those who feel like one) - Part Two
Visit our NEW website HERE! *** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** In part two of this three-part series for single moms, I focus on "time and balance" and give examples of how we can invest some of our time into certain things to figure out a system - and save time in the long run. We talk time SAVERS and how to structure work at home vs errands outside of the home. Ultimately, this episode is about, "How do we organize to make our life easier?" while still making time for the things we enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E126
July 14 · 13 min
126. The Digital Crossover
Visit our NEW website HERE! *** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** Sometimes our mind gets tripped up when we try to convert our "physical" life over to digital. In this episode, I give a few tips on how to make that transition smoother, as well as how to organize your time while doing it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E125
July 11 · 11 min
125. 10-Minute Task: Time the Task
Visit our NEW website HERE! *** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** How many times do you outsource something then say, "It shouldn't take you that long"? Do you actually know how much time it will take for someone to do it the "correct" way? If not, if this 10-Min task is for you. The goal here is to bridge the gap between expectation and result, and I think it will help many of you look at the bigger picture and feel good about some of the projects you haven't found a solution to... yet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E124
July 11 · 20 min
124. Organizing Summer Camp
Visit our NEW website HERE! Summer camp isn't just for kids... *** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E123
July 10 · 1 hr 10 min
123. Moving Series: Episode 4 of 5: 2 Weeks Out
*** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** Visit the NEW Website HERE! Items I Discuss in the Episode: King Koil Air Mattress 5-Tier Wire Storage Shelves As we get closer to our hypothetical moving day (and real one for some), we're getting very HONEST with ourselves in terms of what we want. Though it's getting close to the point of no return, there IS still time. And after this episode, you will definitely have a clear path of HOW to spend these next 2 weeks, depending on how you answer THE big question that I ask as we go. So, whether you're actually moving in 2 weeks, or you just want to be super prepared when you do go to move, this episode will give you lots of tips, as well as clarity. Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E122
July 8 · 21 min
122. When Organizers Get in the Way
*** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** Visit the NEW Website HERE! If you've been listening to this podcast for a while, you may have gotten so good at getting rid of stuff that now you have too many... organizers. But Sara, you say, isn't it a better problem to have that there are now empty organizers for future projects? The answer is... sometimes. Listen on to see when it's OK to keep organizers, and when they are simply just in the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E121
July 8 · 37 min
121. Organizing for Single Moms (and those who feel like one) - Part One
*** Clean Travels Coming Soon! If you travel frequently, you can start earning IHG One Rewards points HERE *** Visit the NEW Website HERE! I've been wanting to do a series like this for a very long time, and with this episode, I'm starting it. I am a single mom - an organized single mom at that - and even though I organize for a living, it still took a lot of trial and error to get my own life manageable, especially in the beginning. In this Introduction, I will talk post-partum to perimenopause, juggling everything on your own... Which is WHY I also included the moms who maybe aren't single, but they sure feel like it. In the three-part series that follows, we will talk organizing... food, clothes, money, schedules, stress and health - for starters - then try to paint a realistic picture of what it would look like to be a single mom who IS organized, and has everything in her life structured to where it benefits her and her child(ren), because that is what's most important, when you come out on the other side. Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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