<![CDATA[Home Office]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Sun, 07 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Bloggers tell all: Easy tips to organize your home office]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/987685/bloggers-tell-all-easy-tips-to-organize-your-home-office With more and more women working from home, it's important to have a space designated specifically for your work. We asked two bloggers to share their best home office organization tips for a cleaner, less clutter-filled space. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/987685/bloggers-tell-all-easy-tips-to-organize-your-home-office Home Organizing & Cleaning Sarah Brooks Thu, 28 Mar 2013 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Create a calming workstation]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/986727/create-a-calming-workstation Is your home or work office space bringing you down? Learn how to create a calming workstation that helps you focus on the tasks at hand. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/986727/create-a-calming-workstation Home Décor & Style Maria Mora Wed, 26 Dec 2012 04:02:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Ridiculously cool personal office spaces ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/979899/personal-office-spaces For a budding entrepreneur, a personal office space is gold. No, we aren't talking about a home office that's crammed in the closet and has been taken over by toys; we mean a dedicated space for running your business and household affairs. Whether you are a start-up on a budget, running a small business from home, or overseeing family finances as Mom CFO, check out these office spaces that we are seriously crushing on and get inspiration for creating your own. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/979899/personal-office-spaces Home Décor & Style Melissa Dunlap Tue, 18 Dec 2012 03:45:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Styling a small workspace]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/979373/styling-a-small-workspace When you need to fit life, play and work into a tiny apartment, things can get messy. According to the experts, styling a small workspace is about both fashion and function. These small office design tips will make your life much easier! http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/979373/styling-a-small-workspace Home Décor & Style Katarina Kovacevic Tue, 05 Jun 2012 08:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Converting a small space into your mini home office]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/961911/converting-a-small-space-into-your-mini-home-office Whether you need a small office space to work from home, write your blog, plan your grocery list or simply pay the bills, we've found it. Small spaces you may not have considered may be just the perfect size to have an organized and functional work space. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/961911/converting-a-small-space-into-your-mini-home-office Home Home Improvement Sherri Kuhn Tue, 05 Jun 2012 07:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Working Mom 3.0: 3 Ways summer can boost home office productivity]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/961039/working-mom-30-boost-summer-productivity Forget New Year's resolutions! In this issue of Working Mom 3.0, writer and work-at-home mom Stephanie Taylor Christensen explores why summer is a prime opportunity for work-at-home moms to boost productivity with healthy new habits. Here are three simple changes that may just leave you with a renewed sense of purpose, energy and creativity. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/961039/working-mom-30-boost-summer-productivity Living Career and Time Management Time Management Stephanie Taylor Christensen Tue, 20 Mar 2012 08:31:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Cool eco-friendly furniture for your home office]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/953237/cool-eco-friendly-furniture-for-your-home-office When shopping for eco-friendly office furniture, look for pieces made from responsibly harvested wood or recycled materials. Your green office furniture should have a non-toxic finish and material-efficient design, while looking cool, too. Here are some of our favorite stylish, green items for your home office. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/953237/cool-eco-friendly-furniture-for-your-home-office Home Décor & Style Living rooms Kori Ellis Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Working Mom 3.0: Tax credits worth taking]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/838597/working-mom-30-tax-credits-worth-taking The job of working stay-at-home mom never seems to end, or pay enough. But there are some advantages, and they come from the tax man. In this issue of Working Mom 3.0, Stephanie Taylor Christensen reveals the tax credit perks you don't want to miss for conducting your career from home. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/838597/working-mom-30-tax-credits-worth-taking Living Money and finance Budgeting & Saving Stephanie Taylor Christensen Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:20:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Mommy-tasking: Tips to make life a little easier for busy moms]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/832681/mommy-tasking-tips-to-make-life-a-little-easier-for-busy-moms Whether working in Corporate America or in the home, most moms lead a hectic lifestyle. The Mommy-tasking series highlights time-saving advice and organizational ideas to make life a little easier for busy moms. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/832681/mommy-tasking-tips-to-make-life-a-little-easier-for-busy-moms Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Moms Guide: Time Management Kori Ellis Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Mommy-tasking: Setting up your home office]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/830125/mommy-tasking-setting-up-your-home-office Work-at-home moms need to achieve a balance between working and spending time with their children. This is easier said than done, particularly if your children are young. However with the right office space, organizational tools, planning and ingenuity, you can enjoy the flexibility of working from home while also being productive. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/830125/mommy-tasking-setting-up-your-home-office Living Career and Time Management Career Advice Kori Ellis Tue, 19 Apr 2011 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Turn a small space into a home office]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/828219/turn-a-small-space-into-a-home-office Don’t think you have enough room in your home for an office? Think again! Even the smallest spaces can be turned into stylish workstations with a little creativity. Whether you work from home or just need a corner to call your own where you can get things done in peace, we have a solution for you. Check out our tips for effectively turning a small space into a home office. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/828219/turn-a-small-space-into-a-home-office Home Décor & Style Living rooms Jessica Padykula Thu, 10 Feb 2011 11:21:00 -0800 <![CDATA[5 Organizing tips for working moms]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/823959/career-spring-cleaning-organize-your-office Whether you work from home or just use your office for family purposes, giving your home office a spring cleaning will boost productivity while reducing stress. From categorizing the clutter to keeping at-home kids happy so you can work, give yourself a career spring cleaning and organize your office with these tips for working moms. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/823959/career-spring-cleaning-organize-your-office Home Organizing & Cleaning Michelle Maffei Wed, 05 Jan 2011 08:53:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Why women need a Mom Cave]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/821983/why-women-need-a-mom-cave For decades, men in America have had a retreat in their homes all to themselves, the Man Cave. But according to a survey conducted by national off-price retailer HomeGoods, women want a refuge reserved just for them, too – and, no surprise, the majority of women don’t have a space to call their own. Elaine Griffin, New York interior designer, gives us the dish on why women need a Mom Cave and how to create that coveted home sanctuary. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/821983/why-women-need-a-mom-cave Home Décor & Style Living rooms Michele Borboa, MS Thu, 14 Oct 2010 16:37:00 -0700 <![CDATA[The best home office technology for moms]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818806/The-best-home-office-technology-for-moms When you’re working from home, juggling the roles of mom, chauffeur, problem-solver and business owner — to name a few — one of the best assistants you can have is technology. Equipping your home office with the right technology is simple , and as the cost and size of equipment drops, your choice of home office technology goes up. The key is to know what equipment you need. Here is the best home office technology for working moms. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818806/The-best-home-office-technology-for-moms Living Technology Gadgets, Electronics & Automotive Lisa Kanarek Mon, 11 Oct 2010 11:22:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to make a home office work]]> http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819107/How-to-make-a-home-office-work A functional home office is essential whether or not you work from home. While you may be satisfied with just a phone and a computer on a desk, ask yourself if you have a productive home office. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/819107/How-to-make-a-home-office-work How-To Home How-tos Organizing and Repair How-tos Diane Mallek Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:21:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to design a home office]]> http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/818873/How-to-design-a-home-office Working from home seems so easy. You simply put a desk in a spare bedroom, in a corner of the family room or in your kitchen and you’re ready to get to work, right? Not so fast. There are a few factors to consider when setting up a home office including whether you’re using the right desk and chair, whether you have enough filing space and whether you have room for equipment and supplies nearby. So pull up a chair and get started on the road to a more efficient home office! http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/818873/How-to-design-a-home-office How-To Home How-tos Decorating How-tos Lisa Kanarek Wed, 19 May 2010 15:48:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Experts speak: Easiest ways to organize a home office]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/815235/experts-speak-easiest-ways-to-organize-a-home-office-1 Your home office likely isn’t the first place in your house you think of when it comes to a room makeover. But as the place where you pay bills, use the computer and schedule most of your family’s activities, it’s probably a major hub of your home. Showing your office a little TLC with an organization makeover can simplify your life and help your entire household run more smoothly. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/815235/experts-speak-easiest-ways-to-organize-a-home-office-1 Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Mom Tips Julie Kraut Wed, 20 Jan 2010 03:03:00 -0800 <![CDATA[7 Home office organization tips]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/813226/7-home-office-organization-tips Home office and paper management can be tedious if you don't have an organization system set up from the get-go. Follow these seven tips to keep piles at bay and get your office organized. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/813226/7-home-office-organization-tips Home Organizing & Cleaning Heather Lambie Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[How to organize your home office]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/807996/how-to-organize-your-home-office The most important part of a home office is to recognize this very fact, it is a home and office. The space you choose needs to serve dual purposes - both a room that family and guests might see on a daily basis and your precious workspace. Move office furniture to form a space that allows the most flow, feng shui and functionality for your needs. Next, try some of these simple tips to maintain a clean environment and usable space. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/807996/how-to-organize-your-home-office Living Career and Time Management Julie Bielenberg