Course Description

While the world seems to be in love with the idea of tiny houses and minimalism, many of us simply can't purge it all and start from nothing. Yet, a home with too much stuff is difficult to maintain, so where do we begin? Add in paralyzing emotional attachments and constant life challenges, and it can feel almost impossible to make real decluttering progress. If the thought of decluttering overwhelms you, decluttering expert and bestselling author Dana White’s humor and practical, reality-based tips will give you exactly what you need to start making an impact on your space. In this deep-dive webinar, Dana will share actionable mindset shifts that will free you to make fast decluttering progress using minimal emotional energy.

In the 4 week Decluttering Course, Dana will share actionable mindset shifts that will free you to make fast decluttering progress using minimal emotional energy.

Course Introduction

By the end of this course, you will:

  • Know the Five-Step No Mess Decluttering Process
  • Make Decluttering decisions quickly
  • Make Decluttering decisions with minimal emotion energy expended
  • Understand the mindsets and strategies needed to guarantee decluttering progress in any amount of time available

How it Works:

Each week, you will watch a series of videos that cover key course concepts and guide you through your own reflection. You will receive a PDF workbook that you can download and print to complete activities and capture your takeaways.

During the course, you will try on new mindsets, work through reflective exercises that help you apply those mindsets to your specific career path, and engage with your peers. 

We will also have a private Linkedin discussion forum where you can engage with the broader community in the Entrepreneurship 101 Course, ask questions, and share resources.

This course is offered in partnership with more than a dozen alumni offices. Alumni from partner schools will also participate in the LinkedIn Discussion Group allowing for increased networking and more diverse perspectives.

Each week you will:

  • Engage with course videos
  • Complete reflective exercises in weekly workbooks
  • Track your progress 
  • Capture key takeaways and action steps

Course curriculum

  1. 1

    • Intro - Practical Decluttering Strategies to Streamline Your Space with Dana K White
  2. 2

    • Week 1 Workbook

    • The benefits of decluttering over organizing

    • How to Declutter without making a bigger mess

    • The Container Concept (that changes everything)
  3. 3

    • Week 2 Workbook

    • The First Three Decluttering Steps (that require no emotional energy)

    • Make Final Decisions about Every Last Item with the Two Decluttering Questions (Step Four)

    • Implement the Container Concept (Step 5) to Create a Functional Space

  4. 4

    • Week 3 Workbook

    • Determining and Creating Homes for Every Last Thing

    • The Value Trap

    • Other People’s Stuff
  5. 5

    • Week 4 Workbook

    • Following the Visibility Rule is the best way to build momentum

    • The Power (and Purpose) of the Five-Minute Pick-Up

    • Apply the Container Concept in EVERY situation

Our Facilitator - Dana K. White

Dana K. White is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author and a Decluttering Expert. Dana shares realistic home management strategies and a message of hope for the hopelessly messy in her books: Organizing for the Rest of Us, Decluttering at the Speed of Life and How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind and through her blog, podcast, and videos at ASlobComesClean.com.

FAQ

How do I register for this course?

Registration can be made by clicking the register link above. Registration must be completed online and a separate online submission is required for each participating alumni.

What is the cost for the course?

There is no cost with the course.

 What resources will I need for this class?

To complete this course you'll need an internet connection, and the time to read, watch recorded lectures, and participate in online discussions.

Do I have to be a CSBSJU alum to participate in this course?

No, this course is available for CSBSJU and friends of the university.

When does the class meet?

The course site opens to participants on November 13, 2023, but when you "attend" class is entirely up to you. Our online course is without set class meetings. Instead, "class" is really the collection of video lectures that are available on-demand. Each week a new section of the course will be posted, and you can watch that content. However, you can always go back and review the previous content. After you've studied the readings and watched the video lectures, you'll head over to the course forums to respond to the weekly discussion questions and interact with the professor, teaching assistants, and your classmates.

Where will the discussion with other alumni happen?

There will be a LinkedIn group provided to you that will house all the discussion about course content. You'll be able to interact with other alumni from Athabasca university and other universities whose alumni are also taking the course.

Can I earn credit for completing the course?

Course credit is not offered. Those participants who fulfill the requirement of posting answers to the required discussion questions will be e-mailed a certificate following the conclusion of the course.

What if my question isn't answered here?

If you have further questions, please email [email protected]