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Bonnie Weston | Avid Organiser of all things admin | Business declutterer & organiser | Canberra | #theavidorganiser

Since starting of my own business, I've had many d

Since starting of my own business, I've had many different people give me advice. It's hard to know what to take on board and what to leave. What's the best business advice you've received? #theavidorganiser #businessadvice #businesssupport #thebestadvice #canberrabusiness #canberrasmallbusiness #townsvillebusiness #townsvillesmallbusiness #ladybosslife #townsvillebusinesswomen #smallbusinessowner #contractorlife

This is so true! Anyone else agree? Have you fou

This is so true! Anyone else agree? Have you found times when simplicity is the best solution? When I talk to people about #functionalorganisation, simplicity is usually at the heart of it. I often say, "If you don't maintain the National Archives, there's no point having a National Archives-type filing system." What simple solution have you found that saves you money, time and stress? #theavidorganiser #simplicityrules #cleardesk #keepingitsimple #theeasywayout #wednesdaywisdom #dontovercomplicateit #leonardodavinci #townsvillebusiness #canberrasmallbusiness #canberrabusiness #townsvillesmallbusiness #ladybosslife #townsvillebusinesswomen #smallbusinessowner #contractorlife

My philosophy on organisation is called Functional

My philosophy on organisation is called Functional Organisation. Its all about the idea that the way your organise your business or your home filing systems should be uniquely yours - functional for your needs and not anyone else's. Functional Organisation is not a cookie-cutter approach, its an approach that's tailored to you and your business. If you need some organisation that's all about you, get in touch with me. #theavidorganiser #simplicityrules #keepingitsimple #theeasywayout #dontovercomplicateit #functionalorganisation #organisemyoffice #organisemylife #organisemycomputer #filing #filingsystems #decluttering #organisation #townsvillebusiness #canberrasmallbusiness #canberrabusiness #townsvillesmallbusiness #ladybosslife #townsvillebusinesswomen #smallbusinessowner #contractorlife #contractingwego

I'm definitely not always brave, persistent or pat

I'm definitely not always brave, persistent or patient, but I do try to be. And I do think that these three qualities are needed to be a small business owner. #theavidorganiser #keepmeorganised #organisemyoffice #bravery #persistence #patience #lightattheendofthetunnel #townsvillebusiness #townsvillesmallbusiness #ladybosslife #canberrabusiness #canberrasmallbusiness #townsvillebusinesswomen #smallbusinessowner #contractorlife

#todolists - who uses them? Do you prefer a handw

#todolists - who uses them?
Do you prefer a handwritten list or do you like an electronic version? A few years ago, a client introduced me to Asana as a tool for collaboration. What I've also learnt since then is that it's a fabulous tool for to-do lists. As I have multiple clients with multiple projects and tasks on the go, Asana allows me to see them all in one spot, or hide the information I don't need to see. I can add due dates, attachments and comments about where things were up to. When business is chaotic, this is where I go. What's your go to? #theavidorganiser #keepmeorganised #organisemyoffice #cleardesk #lightattheendofthetunnel #looseends #dontletmeforget #tickthemoff #alldone #townsvillebusiness #townsvillesmallbusiness #ladybosslife #townsvillebusinesswomen #smallbusinessowner #contractorlife

Who loves the feeling you get when all the tasks a

Who loves the feeling you get when all the tasks are ticked off? I LOVE it when my to-do list is done, especially when it gets to Friday afternoons. One of the biggest thigs I've had to accept as a contractor/small business owner is that having no work on the horizon is NOT a good thing. I often find that relaxing is so much easier once everything is done (I'm like this personally and professionally). Thinking about all the upcoming work frequently distracts me from relaxation. That's also why my clients often find me replying to their emails or messages at strange times - all part of my quest to relax. How do you relax? #theavidorganiser #troubleis #cleardesk #lightattheendofthetunnel #looseends #fridaygoals #completion #alldone #townsvillebusiness #townsvillesmallbusiness #ladybosslife #townsvillebusinesswomen #smallbusinessowner #contractorlife

Happy New Year fellow organisers! I really love t

Happy New Year fellow organisers! I really love the New Year period. I like the reflection on the previous year, what I learnt and what I'd like to do better. I don't particularly do resolutions, but I do enjoy the opportunity for a fresh start. For me it's the time to attack goals with new determination and vigour. On a personal note, 2020 was very difficult for my family, but on the flip side, business was amazing. In 2020 I had the opportunity to speak at events for Women with Altitude, Business@breakfast in Queanbeyan and Deakin, My Vibe Tribe and Pop Your Career presents Popstars. It was all fabulous experience and an honour to be able to share about what I do. The real icing on the cake for me was winning The Soaring Micro award at the Altitude Awards in November, followed up by winning the The Sole Operator Local Business Award for the Canberra Region. I think I'm still flying high. Here's to a new year of adventures, growth, and success. I wish you and yours all the very best. P.S. The Avid Organiser will be back to normal office hours on Monday 4th Jan. #keepmeorganised #anorganisedyear #organisemyoffice #townsvillebusiness #happy2021 #newthingscoming #townsvillebusinesswomen #canberrasmallbusiness #canberrabusiness #adventurescomingsoon

As another Christmas arrives, I'm wishing you all

As another Christmas arrives, I'm wishing you all of the best things that life has on offer. #theavidorganiser #christmas2020 #bestwishes

Day 6 relocation: Charters Towers to Townsville W

Day 6 relocation: Charters Towers to Townsville We arrived! We made it to our new home. We have checked out our new house in Idalia, spotted Zarraffas just down the road (very exciting and dangerous all at once), and checked into the Big 4. Took a stroll down the strand with the hounds and had a swim to cool off. Crazy to think our big trip is now done and dusted. Now we wait til Christmas Eve til we can move into our home. Thanks for coming on this journey with us 😍 I promise my next posts will be back to organising! #theavidorganiser #byecanberra #hellotownsville #relocations #armylife #roadtripping #wearrived #big4 #madeit

Day 5 relocation: Emerald to Charters Towers Unfo

Day 5 relocation: Emerald to Charters Towers Unfortunately today's travel wasn't overly touristy either. 100k to Clermont, then 160k to Belyando Crossing followed by 195k to Charters Towers. Another hot day, 38 for most of the day. The hounds are not enjoying the heat at all. At the Charters Towers Big 4 which is pretty awesome. Great pool, grassy site and nice amenities. Best part about today was my lovely friend Alex went to the Local Business Awards for me. And I won the Sole Operator category! Woohoo! Bummed I couldn't be there. Big thank you to all friends, family and business peers who voted for The Avid Organiser. Only 135k of travel tomorrow before we pull up stumps in Townsville Big 4 until we move into our house on Christmas Eve. Big trip nearly over! #theavidorganiser #byecanberra #hellotownsville #relocations #armylife #roadtripping #charterstowers #big4 #nearlythere #localbusinessawards2020 #canberrasmallbusinessowners #businessatbreakfast #myvibenetworkcanberra #canberrabusinesswomen #townsvillebusiness

Day 4 relocation: Roma to Emerald Yesterday wasn'

Day 4 relocation: Roma to Emerald Yesterday wasn't very touristy. More of a point A to point B kind of day. We were really surprised at the greenery between Injune to Rolleston. It was so unexpected and lush. I spent a lot of time marvelling at the glorious RedGums. Such beautiful trees. We stayed at a place called Lake Maraboon about 17k south of Emerald. It was HOT! like 36 degrees hot. Big change from the 10 degrees when we left Canberra. Had a fabulous site with some grass (which was very exciting). We ordered dinner which was delivered to our site at 5:30. Talk about service! Had a swim, watched an amazing lightning display and then had some rain over night so today it's quite humid - a taste of things to come I guess. Off to Charters Towers today. #theavidorganiser #byecanberra #hellotownsville #relocations #armylife #roadtripping #emerald #injune #lakemaraboon

Day 3 relocation: Lightning Ridge to Roma. Today'

Day 3 relocation: Lightning Ridge to Roma. Today's roads were far improved thankfully. We have officially done 3 days of travel without my dog (Ronix) spewing (he hates bumpy and windy roads). Today was the first time that I've ever travelled on the Carnarvon Highway. We drove through this little place called Hebel and a sign that said Major Thomas Mitchell first explored the area in 1845. I reckon he was crazy because there is LITERALLY nothing there! We did a detour after Dirrandandi and headed to Thallon to see the amazing artwork "The Watering Hole" on the silos. How impressive! It took 3 weeks to complete, 500 litres of paint and 500 spray paint cans. Next stop was the Nindigully Pub. The sign claims that it is Queensland oldest pub. Thought we'd have lunch, but got the times muddled up and missed out. Ben had a beer. Finished up the day in Roma with a visit to the dog park so the hounds could burn off some energy. Off to Lake Maraboon tomorrow near Emerald. #theavidorganiser #byecanberra #hellotownsville #relocations #armylife #roadtripping #roma #nindigullypub #thallonsilos #surat #madeittoqueensland

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