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How to Organize Your Digital Clutter with Kathi Burns

E326 • Nov 19, 2025 • 29 mins

In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes Kathi Burns to discuss the importance of digital decluttering for small business owners. Kathi shares her journey and offers practical tips on email organization, including utilizing Google Workspace effectively. They explore the balance between accessibility and security in Google Drive, and Kathi provides actionable first steps to organize your inbox.

Key Points

  • Digital clutter can significantly impact productivity and well-being by causing stress and wasted time, so it's crucial to address it proactively.
  • Using Google Workspace effectively can streamline small business operations, particularly by leveraging tools like Google Contacts for better organization and Google Calendar for seamless scheduling.
  • Automating email management and centralizing all emails into one inbox can drastically reduce time spent on email tasks and help maintain better digital hygiene.

Kathi Burns is a board-certified professional organizer, personal stylist, and best-selling author. As the founder of OrganizedandEnergized.com, she helps people simplify their surroundings or digital clutter and amplify their confidence. Featured on Good Morning America, Kathi’s advice has appeared in Oprah Magazine, Entrepreneur, and Better Homes & Gardens. She empowers clients to turn chaos into clarity. For more information: https://www.organizedandenergized.com

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