Just signed the documents for your new home? What an exciting time for you!

Hmmm now for the packing. How on earth did I accumulate so much stuff you may ask yourself? It’s easy to do, so don’t beat yourself up – I’m sure we’ve all been there.

It’s a great idea to get rid of some of the clutter before you start filling up those boxes for the move to your new home. You may like to follow some of these suggestions to get you on your way:-

If you haven’t used it within the last year you probably never will – out it goes.

If it’s broken and has been so for the last 12-18months, you probably have no intention of ever fixing it or using it – toss it.

If it doesn’t fit you, and hasn’t for a year – in the op-shop pile

If it’s past its use-by-date – turf it

If it’s a gift you are hanging onto because it was a gift, not because you like it or use it – op shop

If I have 20 sets/pairs of the same thing – let it go people!

I’m sure by now you’d be feeling a lot happier about packing up your decluttered house. But what about the unpacking at the other end?

Just imagine coming home to your new home to find the boxes unpacked, your kitchen in order, your beds made and the rubbish removed. There might even be dinner and wine in the fridge for the first night in your new home. Pure bliss!

If you are thinking of moving in the near future, don’t forget that a personal concierge can help you with all this and more. Give me a call.

What “moving house” stories/tips have you got? Would love to hear them!

Have you surrounded yourself with great staff? You have? Well done!

Are they aware of how much you value their contribution to your company or business? What do you do to show how much you appreciate them?

Many progressive companies are incorporating personal concierge services into their structures. This is a great service to provide to your staff as a bonus, incentive or even as a reward.

It is particularly useful for busy senior managers and executives. If each staff member were given a personal 12 hour block of time to use every 3-6 months, they would spend less time attending to their personal tasks while at work. Any tasks they have on their “to do list”, they simply outsource to their personal concierge.

The employees appreciate this gesture too. They are more motivated, productive and focused when they have a better work life balance. They are part of a cultural change and they are included in a recognition program which in turn leads to increased self esteem.

If you would like to reward your staff, give us a call and we will look after you and your valuable employees.

So you have moved to Melbourne – Welcome, I hope you will be very happy. Your children may already be enrolled in school which is ideal but maybe that’s about all that is organised. Do you know where to find trades, goods, services etc?

Allow me to help.

I can:

• Take you on a tour of Melbourne and surrounding areas.
• Locate a GP who is taking new patients.
• Find your local community centre.
• Recommend some restaurants in your area.
• After consultation, take you to your favourite kind of clothing stores.
• Find the areas close to home where you can pursue your hobbies.
• Suggest and even accompany you to networking events.
• Recommend the best markets around town.
• Suggest weekend retreats.

There are many ways I can make your move to Melbourne less daunting, I’ll even teach you how to be an AFL supporter!

Give me a call and let me know how I can make you feel right at home in your new city.

Another party planning tip for you – how to make easy yet effective tea-light decorations for your next outdoor party or barbeque. They are also fun to make too!

So you are thinking of having a party? – sharing your special day with those that mean the most to you.  Sounds like fun!

Here are a few things to consider:

• Date and time – don’t forget to consider the weather when locking in a date.
• How many guests – how much room have you got?
• Theme – is there one? Fancy dress, special colour etc
• Invitations – formal/informal – rsvp date by phone or email.
• Inside or outside – do you need a marquee, more lighting?
• Catering – self or outsource.
• Drinks – barman? glasses? esky’s?
• Decorations
• Entertainment
• Music
• Waiting staff or friends?
• For a teenage party – security?
• Cake – don’t forget the candles.
• Camera and/or video – charge the batteries.
• Oh and you might want to clean the oven too.

Remember if this party is for you… it is important that you enjoy all the fun.  Outsource what you can, so you can be a guest at your own party!

If it all seems too hard – give me a call, Debbie at Day 2 Day Personal Concierge.

I can do it all for you.