Conquering Chronic Disorganization 2nd Edition [Paperback]

Judith Kolberg (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 15, 2007

Chronic disorganization is disorganization that undermines a person's quality of life and recurs despite traditional self-help efforts. Conquering Chronic Disorganization is filled with real-life stories of people who used simple, innovative and fun organizing methods proven in the field to end clutter, mismanagaed time and paper pile-ups in the home or office. Featured Book of the Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health

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The only materials I ve seen on the subject that goes to the heart of how people with organizing challenges respond to their stuff , and ways to approach them that actually engage and excite rather than frustrate and demoralize. Your book comes from obvious understanding. -- --Sari Solden, M.S., LMFT., Author, Women With Attention Deficit Disorganization

A must for everyone who is challenged by disorganization. -- --Sandra Felton, Director, Messies Anonymous, Author Messy No More

Thank you so much for your excellent information. It is right on target, informative and very complete. Our employees are so much better for having been exposed to your expertise. --. --Krys Moskal, Vice President, Pearson, Inc

About the Author

Judith Kolberg is one of the nation s foremost authorities on organization/ disorganization. She founded FileHeads Professional Organizers in 1989, among the first companies of its kind in the southeast. The National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization that Kolberg founded in 1992 has brought the benefits of organization to thousands of individuals challenged by disorganization. Her contribution to the field of professional organizing was acknowledged by the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) when she received their prestigious Founders Award in 1996. Kolberg is a former Director of Professional Development for NAPO and has played a key role in the development of the industry s certification program. She is also a past President of the Georgia chapter of NAPO. Kolberg s groundbreaking books include Conquering Chronic Disorganization (Squall Press) that has also been published in Korean; and ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life (Routledge), co-authored with Dr. Kathleen Nadeau. The events of September 11, 2001 inspired her third book Organize for Disaster: Prepare Your Family and Your Home for Any Natural or Unnatural Disaster published in 2004 (Squall Press.) and she is a Community Emergency Response Team member. Her depth of experience and humorous delivery has made her a popular choice as a speaker and trainer for major corporations and international organizations. Kolberg resides in Atlanta. She is originally from Levittown, New York and is a graduate of the State University of New York at Binghamton.

Product Details

• Paperback: 147 pages
• Publisher: Squall Press; 2 edition (June 15, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0966797035
• ISBN-13: 978-0966797039
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #157,408 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Judith Kolberg is originally from Levittown, New York and graduated from the State University of New York at Binghamton in 1975. She founded FileHeads, a professional organizing company, in 1989 and has been a member of the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) since 1990. She formed the National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization shortly afterwards and has served as its director for seven years. A recipient of the NAPO's prestigious Founders' Award in 1996, Kolberg is the author of Conquering Chronic Disorganization (Squall Press), co-author with Dr. Kathleen Nadeau of ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life (Brunner-Routledge), and Organize for Disaster: Prepare Your Family and Your Home for Any Natural or Unnatural Disaster (Squall Press).

Kolberg is an experienced consultant, sought-after public speaker, and an accomplished writer on organization/disorganization topics. She currently is the Director of Professional Development for NAPO and resides in Atlanta where she is working on a fictional book.

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars not just another organizing book, January 3, 2009

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This review is from: Conquering Chronic Disorganization 2nd Edition (Paperback)

Note: This review refers to the first edition (third printing).

As an adult woman with ADHD, I struggle with organization -- particularly paperwork -- both at home and in my job in middle management. This book is brief, but that is not a bad thing. I really didn't want to read another 300 page book with a detailed system. This book presented a whole variety of techniques from which I could choose. Some of us have a hard time staying focused without another person to help us stay on task; Kolberg talks about how to develop a "crew" (your family, a group of friends who can help you) or a body double (a person to keep you on task) to help you. For those of us who are really visually oriented, she offers specific tips. For those of us who deal with impulsivity, she offers techniques grounded in emotional decision making -- how you connect with/feel about the objects around you. For people who are kinesthetic learners -- you learn through motion/touching -- she offers other techniques.

The techniques Kolberg presents aren't complicated, but many were ones that I never would have thought of. The book isn't expensive, and I believe that many people who haven't been able to follow through with other (very good!) organizing techniques will likely find a few in this book that will work. Kolberg recognizes that people are different. Not all techniques will work for all people. However, some worked well for me, and I highly recommend the book.

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource for unconventional organizers!, June 26, 2008

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This review is from: Conquering Chronic Disorganization 2nd Edition (Paperback)

I have read many books on organization but most did not help me to organize in a style that works for me. This book was different and very helpful for meeting my unique needs by addressing many different styles of organizing.

Just as there are many learning styles which help students to learn more effectively, there are also many organizing styles that help people to organize more effectively, too. Styles include: Visual, Kinesthetic, Auditory, and Wholistic. I have used a combination of the many styles included and am finally getting a handle on organizing my work and my life in a way that works for me - not the masses!

The fact that she uses real stories of her clients made it more interesting to read, too.

I highly recommend this book!

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quick Read, Good Concepts, October 5, 2009

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This review is from: Conquering Chronic Disorganization 2nd Edition (Paperback)

Conquering Chronic Disorganization is a quick read that provided me with some good ideas for dealing with my lack of organization. The author recognizes the fact that everyone doesn't think or need to organize the same way. It's a relief to see this recognized - finally. I found some of the time management tips particularly useful. Also, the author includes one-page summaries, which are helpful. I've read other organization and time management books, and I definitely found this one valuable.