The Kick Start Guy - A huge part of getting organized is figuring out what you want to do.. what your goals are. Romanus, the Kick Start Guy, is all about finding those goals and keeping excited about them. Business people, individuals, companies can all can benefit from his insights.

Huffington Post - News Conglomerators. As Ideamountain Newsletter readers know, I don't have a TV, and I believe it to be one of the greatest time wasters on the planet. I get a vast majority of my news from the radio, usually while in the shower. But it's still nice to see some of the pictures, and get different perspectives. I happen to like this particular news-blog, which, some might point out, probably has a slanting to the left. Find one you like, and put a link on your desktop.

Bill Baren Coaching - In many ways, getting organized and creating efficient work systems can lead you to new career paths, and new insights in your life. My friend and coach Bill is a creative catalyst on those journeys.

Diana Candee, the Photo Album Lady My resource for dealing with photos and memorbilia. Diana is a member of the Nat'l Assoc. of Professional Organizers, and has worked with my clients to great success. You can reach her at (650) 697-7654 or albumgal@sbcglobal.net

Something Simple Closet Organizers - Most of getting your closets organized is getting rid of stuff you don't need. Once you've done that and still think you need to remodel your storage spaces, check out these folk, and work through me, as you get a discount that way.

KwBrowse.com - Here's an interesting new way to browse through search results. They're creating 'knowledgable links' to key words, to bring up interesting, relevant stuff. See if you can find Idea Mountain!

National Association of Professional Organizers (SF Chapter) - You can find other organizers, what sort of events and products they have available.. There are a lot of us out there!

CardScan machine Many of my clients ask me what to do with business cards, or are struggling to keep up with all their networking paperwork. This is the solution. This little machine owns the market for scanning in business cards and getting it set into your contact management system. Easy to set up, easy to use. Buy it here for the lowest price I can find on the internet! Includes Shipping!: $215

Treo 650

The current "High End" PDA recommendation If you want my recommendation on which one of the 'top of the line' products to go for, this is it. Phone, camera, and of course, organizer. They now partner with whatever phone company you need.

Be Prepared This is by far one of the most important tools I've ever owned. I've carried this model with me all but a couple of days the last decade or so. Notice that I'm recommending this specific model, the Spartan, not those gigantic hold-everything models. (note: clicking on these links will take you to their site, where you can buy it right now!)

Be ready to go Organized travel is a big part of living well. Use these compression bags to pack well, and small. Remember, if it could rinkle, it will wrinkle in these things. Use them for sweaters, underwear, etc.

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Computer Security Gotta have it, like insurance. I've found that McAfee does a good job with customer service, and I used to know guys who worked there.. click here to browse their offerings: Save $15 on McAfee Internet Essentials

Eudora info for Palm - I usually talk about Outlook when I'm working on getting people organized, but some folks like to stick with what they know. Check out this application for connecting Eudora to the Palm Operating System.

Rick Steve's Travel Store - The best all around travel gear shopping site and advice out there.

One Bag - This guy is telling the right story. A comprehensive explanation of how to travel the right way.

Resources about Identity Theft: Prevention and Reaction

Checklists - Advice from Idea Mountain on how to prevent it and what to do if it happens to you

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