From expert in the field:

Standolyn Robertson is a certified professional Organizer and president of the National Association of Professional Organizer.

As our days become increasingly busy, living an organized life is not only desirable,but essential.Being organized helps individuals succeed at home and in their careers,avoid stress and save money.However, being organized is not necessarily the same as being "neat", because organization is about function, not appearance.

At work, being organized is not about having a paper-free desk,but about being able to find what you need,when you need it.Organized people have systems in place so that they do not waste time constantly looking for lost items. As a result,they are more likely to be on time and are less likely to forget things.Also,as you age it is even more important to have systems in place to organize your life. What worked when you were younger may not serve you as you become less mobile and your memory declines.

Being organized also reduces frustration and stress that are often caused by having to purchase lost items or redo misplaced tasks or jobs. In addition, organized people save money by keeping up with home and car maintenance, remembering to use coupons, utilizing early bird registration and paying bills on time. They also cut spending on food because they don't have to throw away spoiled groceries or frequently resort to takeout because there is nothing in the refrigerator.

Any way you add it up,being organized can inprove your life in multiple ways.When people are organized,they can spend they free time with famliy and friends,as well as for activities such as vactions, hobbies ,exercise and work. This allows them to establish a better balance work and life and be happy and healthy.

If getting organized is something your serious about, don't make the mistake of doing to much at once. take small steps so that you do not become overwhelmed. Think of the function of each room before you start organizing. Start with one room at a time and create itthat will serve you well.