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Clutter Free AcademyThe Consumables Guide: How to Choose Gifts That Get Enjoyed—Then Disappear (Breakfast Baskets, Coffee & Tea, Charcuterie, Frozen Dough)If your people are saying, “Please—no more stuff,” this episode is your new holiday playbook. Kathi Lipp and Roger Lipp share 10 consumable gift ideas that show big love without adding to anyone’s storage, from treat boxes and breakfast baskets to dinner kits, coffee/tea samplers, and even the tricky categories—candles, body care, and yes, cleaning supplies (only for the right person!). Listeners will learn Kathi Lipp’s simple 3–6 month test for choosing truly clutter‑free gifts, how to tailor consumables to minimalists, caregivers, and folks in transition, and how to make gift‑giving personal with paper-and-pen “use it up” favorites...
2025-12-0933 min
The Writing at the Red House PodcastAI Without the Ick: Real‑Time Title Workshop with Tenille Register and Roger LippIn this hands-on episode, Kathi Lipp invites listeners into a live title lab—no hype, just practical help. With guest creators Tenneil Register and Roger Lipp, Kathi models how to use AI as a brainstorming partner (not a writer) to craft clear, connected, curiosity-building titles for blogs, series, pitches, and books.Listeners will hear:A simple prompt that keeps your unique voice while getting better title ideas fast.The 3 Cs filter (clarity, connection, curiosity) applied in real time.How to iterate: cherry-picking words, combining phrases, and refining subtitles.Faith-adjacent, au...
2025-11-1038 minClutter Free AcademyEpisode 693a: Be 1,000 Items Lighter by December 1: Your Invite to Kathi’s 30‑Day 1KIn this quick micro episode, Kathi Lipp pops in to share a simple, powerful way to get your home holiday‑ready: the free 30‑Day 1K Challenge inside the Clutter Free Academy Facebook group. Listeners will learn how to declutter 1,000 items in November by tackling about 40 items a day—with Sundays off and plenty of grace. Members receive a calendar, resources, and daily encouragement to make real progress before Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you’ve been craving accountability, community, and a clear, doable plan, this friendly Facebook group is ready to help you get a thousand items lighter by December 1.
2025-10-3002 minClutter Free Academy688 - Declutter Your Books in 15 Minutes a Shelf: Forever Shelf vs Flow Shelf for a Peaceful Library If your books are managing you (not the other way around), this episode is your 15‑minute reset. Kathi Lipp walks you through a simple, shelf‑by‑shelf plan to create a peaceful, findable home library you’ll actually use—without losing the joy of reading. Listeners will learn: • The MEET method to make your library pay you back (Money, Energy, Emotional bandwidth, and Time) • Kathi’s three zero‑guilt questions to decide what stays and what goes • Forever Shelf vs Flow Shelf: two simple zones that make your system maintainable • Why capacity matters (and why you don’t need more shelves) • How...
2025-09-2330 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast468 - Should You Let AI Into Your Creative Process? Kathi, Tenneil & Roger Get Real about Ethics, Boundaries, and BreakthroughsIn this timely episode of the Writing at the Red House podcast, Kathi Lipp is joined by Tenneil Register and Roger Lipp for a down-to-earth conversation about integrating AI into your creative and professional life—without sacrificing authenticity, ethics, or your God-given voice. Feeling torn between harnessing new tech and protecting your unique creativity? You’re not alone! Kathi, Tenneil, and Roger share their real boundaries (and breakthroughs), including: - Where to draw the ethical line with AI - Practical examples of how (and how NOT) to use AI in outlining, editing, blog writing, devotional content, and sales copy - Why your...
2025-08-2521 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast466 - Chambray, Chaos, and Choosing a Brand: Kathi & Tenneil’s Real-Life Guide to Authentic Author Branding – Part 1If the words 'branding' and 'fonts' make your brain hurt, you're not alone! In this down-to-earth episode of Writing at the Red House, Kathi Lipp teams up with brand manager Tenneil Register to crack open the secrets of authentic author branding—without the overwhelm. Kathi and Tenneil share hilarious failures, real-life lessons, and practical advice on picking brand colors and fonts that reflect your unique God-given message, not just what's trendy or cute (we see you, Pepto-pink checkerboards). Whether you're just starting your writing journey or realizing it's time to refresh your look, you'll learn the two powerful questions ever...
2025-08-1219 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast465 - Social Media Burnout? Overcome it with Kathi and TenneilIf you’ve ever stared at your phone and said, “I’ve got nothing left to share…and I might just delete every app,” this episode was made for you. Kathi Lipp and social media cheerleader Tenneil Register peel back the curtain on social media burnout, sharing real-life slumps, perfectionism paralysis, and the constant changes that leave even seasoned content creators feeling stuck. Listeners will discover the unmistakable signs of burnout, practical boundaries for when consuming overtakes creating, and honest conversation about finding your social media spark again (spoiler: it’s not about chasing the algorithm—it’s about connection). Learn...
2025-08-0419 minClutter Free Academy658 - The All or Nothing TrapIn this episode of Clutter Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp is joined by her clutter buddy, Tonya Kubo, to tackle the all-too-common mindset of "if you can't do it right, don't do it at all". Together, they explore how this thinking impacts our homes and hearts, and share practical tips on shifting to a more grace-filled, progress-focused approach. Listeners will learn about the power of small steps in creating a tidier home and how to redefine the standards of a clutter-free living space. Tune in to hear a bit about Kathi’s strategy for managing clutter and hear about the...
2025-02-2526 minClutter Free Academy656 - When Opposites Attract: Managing Different Clutter Levels in MarriageIn this enlightening episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp welcomes author Arlene Pellicane to discuss the delicate balance of managing different organizational styles within marriage. If you're struggling with a spouse who has different standards of tidiness, this episode offers practical wisdom and hope. Arlene shares four key marriage decisions that can transform your relationship, with special focus on how managing "stuff" impacts marital harmony. You'll discover how to have productive conversations about organization without creating winners and losers in your marriage. Links: Kathi Lipp's Clutter Free Academy Kathi Lipp Making Marriage Eas...
2025-02-1133 minClutter Free Academy639 – Cooking Without the Crazy: Kathi Lipp's Pre-Cook ChecklistHey there, friend! Have you ever felt like cooking dinner is just one more overwhelming task on your never-ending to-do list? Trust us, We've been there. But what if we told you that just five minutes of prep could transform your entire cooking experience? In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp shares her top five pre-cooking habits that can transform any kitchen experience. Joined by Tonya Kubo, Kathi reveals simple yet effective strategies to make cooking less stressful and more enjoyable. Kathi and Tonya provide practical advice for listeners looking to implement these habits in...
2024-10-1524 minClutter Free Academy638 – Cooking, Community, and Conversation: How to Start a Cookbook ClubDo you know how sometimes cooking can feel like a chore? Well, imagine turning it into a party where everyone brings a dish, shares their cooking adventures, and leaves with new recipes and closer friendships. In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo dive into the delightful world of cookbook clubs. Kathi introduces the concept, explaining how these gatherings can transform cooking from a solitary chore into a social, enriching experience. Listeners will discover: What is a cookbook club and how to start one How to choose and assign...
2024-10-0826 minClutter Free Academy635 – Batch Cooking Basics: The Sabbath Soup Way of Saving Money on Meal PrepHave you ever had those moments where you're staring into the fridge at 5 PM, wondering what on earth you're going to feed your family? Well, friend, We've got some good news for you! In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo discuss the concept of Sabbath cooking and how it can save both time and money. They explain the benefits of meal planning and batch cooking, emphasizing how these techniques can reduce food waste and lower grocery bills. Kathi also discusses her upcoming book, "Sabbath Soup," which provides a comprehensive guide...
2024-09-1734 minClutter Free Academy633 – From Overwhelmed to Organized: A Step-by-Step Guide to Clutter-Free Meal PlanningHey there, friend! Are you tired of feeling like a short-order cook seven days a week? In this episode of Clutterfree Academy, host Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo dive into the revolutionary concept of "Sabbath Soup," as featured in Kathi's upcoming book. Kathi emphasizes starting small, such as preparing one soup for Sunday, and gradually building up to a full week of planned meals. She also addresses common challenges like limited kitchen space and adapting the system for different family sizes and dietary needs. Listeners will discover: The importance of planning and protecting...
2024-09-0338 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast404 - An Agent’s Guide to AI with Kathleen Kerr and Roger Lipp Part 2In part two of this episode of the Writing at the Red House podcast, host Kathi Lipp is joined by her agent, Kathleen Kerr, and Roger Lipp to discuss the game-changing role of AI in the writing world. They explore ethical strategies for authors to harness the power of AI tools like Claude.ai, Jasper, and ChatGPT to boost creativity, efficiency, and productivity. Kathleen shares insights on how authors can use AI to generate ideas, craft compelling book proposals, and streamline the editing process, while Roger highlights Claude.ai's unique features and benefits. Kathi...
2024-06-0321 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast403 - An Agent’s Guide to AI with Kathleen Kerr and Roger Lipp Part 1Do you have questions about using AI as a tool in your writing? In today’s episode, Kathi Lipp sits down with her agent, Kathleen Kerr, and Roger Lipp to explore the complex and multifaceted role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the publishing industry. As AI continues to revolutionize how authors create, market, and distribute their work, it's crucial to understand the benefits and ethical considerations surrounding this powerful tool. The trio discusses the initial fears and misconceptions surrounding AI and the exciting possibilities it offers for authors looking to save time, enhance productivity, and unloc...
2024-05-2719 minClutter Free Academy618 – Decluttering Sentimental Items: A Step-by-Step GuideDo you have a box (or two, or three) filled with sentimental items that you just can't seem to let go of? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp, and Tonya Kubo tackle the challenge of decluttering sentimental items. They discuss the various categories of emotional clutter, from childhood memorabilia to inherited items, and share their personal experiences with letting go. Together, they offer a step-by-step decision-making process to help listeners navigate the emotional decluttering journey with confidence and clarity. Listen in as they how to ask questions and set limits on sentimental items in...
2024-05-2117 minClutter Free Academy617 - Making Your House Work For YouKathi sits down with Tenneil Register to explore practical ways to make your home work for you, not the other way around. In this episode, they discuss: Designing spaces around your natural habits and routines Examples of functional home solutions (such as paperwork organization) Why entryway, kitchen, and bedroom spaces are key areas in your home The power of taking photos to evaluate your spaces with fresh eyes Kathi and Tenneil will be sharing their 3 challenges spaces (Entry, Eat, Rest) pictures! Take the challenge and you can post your pics over at Kathi Lipp's Clutter Free Academy gr...
2024-05-1420 minClutter Free Academy615 - Breaking Free from Decorating "Rules": Creating a Home You Love Part 2Do you feel like some people are just born with a decorating gene? Our guest today says no one is! In today's episode, we have Myquillyn Smith, also known as the Nester, joining us to discuss her new book "House Rules: How to Decorate for Every Home Style and Budget." Kathi Lipp and Myquillyn dive into the challenges of decorating and the importance of embracing resourcefulness. They emphasize the value of breaking decorating rules and share practical advice for transforming your living space, such as: Start with something you hate Do your "someday project"...
2024-04-3022 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast399 - AI for Writers with Kathi and Roger LippAre you curious about AI and wonder how you can use it in connection with your speaking, writing, podcasting, and more? Are you overwhelmed by technology and not sure how it works? Then, you are in for a treat. Today, Kathi and her guest, Roger Lipp, discuss the differences in AI programs and how they can benefit your writing, speaking, podcasting, and so much more. Listen in and learn: How to choose what programs are best for you. How to navigate Claude AI. How to use AI for your so...
2024-04-2923 minClutter Free Academy614 - Breaking Free from Decorating "Rules": Creating a Home You Love Part 1Do you feel like some people are just born with a decorating gene? Our guest today says no one is! In today's episode, we have Myquillyn Smith, also known as the Nester, joining us to discuss her new book "House Rules: How to Decorate for Every Home Style and Budget." Kathi Lipp and Myquillyn dive into the challenges of decorating and the importance of embracing resourcefulness. They emphasize the value of breaking decorating rules and share practical advice for transforming your living space, such as: Start with something you hate Do your "someday project"...
2024-04-2318 minClutter Free Academy612 - How to Deal with the Mental Load Part 2Do you feel like you are the only person in your house who understands the amount of strategic planning it takes to do the grocery shopping? You are not alone, my friend! Join us for How to Deal with the Mental Load Part 2, as Tonya Kubo and Kathi Lipp explore the balance of insourcing and outsourcing daily tasks to manage burnout. Discover creative solutions for family involvement, the mental load battle, and how to negotiate for change without guilt. This episode offers insights into mental load management and gender roles, aimed at improving household dynamics...
2024-04-0928 minClutter Free Academy610 - Why "I Work Better Under Pressure" Doesn't Really WorkIn this continuation of last week’s episode, Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory dig into the process of procrastination and how it is hurting all of us. In addition to defining the procrastination responses of Freeze and Fawn, they discuss the difference between working under pressure and pre-deciding. Kathi and Cheri describe how they use the concept of pre-deciding to live a life that reflects their values instead of living a life of fear. That’s what they want for you too! Listen for the steps of pre-deciding as well as other ways to break the procrastination cycle, such as:
2024-03-2621 minClutter Free Academy609 - The Myth of Productivity Under PressureDo you find yourself putting off uncomfortable tasks? Maybe you tell yourself that you work better under pressure...but does the work you produce under stress turn out better, or is it just done? In this episode, Kathi and her three-time co-author Cheri Gregory discuss the “pressure paradox.” Listen in as they rethink the myth of productivity under pressure, as well as discussing: Is procrastination based in fear? Priming your brain for your project How to avoid living in a state of constant triage Sign up here to be notified when the next epis...
2024-03-1920 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast392 - The DIY Audiobook with Roger Lipp Part 2Are you ready to take the steps to record your book? Are you puzzled by what equipment you need? In part two of the DIY Audiobook episode, Kathi and her guest, Roger Lipp, discuss the technical side of recording your book. Listen in and learn: How having a producer can help keep you on track. What equipment and editing software to use that will produce high-quality audio. How to utilize your church’s sound system and tech person. Click here to listen to part one of Kathi and Roger’s chat. Sign u...
2024-03-1117 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast391 - The DIY Audiobook with Roger Lipp Part 1Have you published a book and would like to record an audiobook for it? Are you overwhelmed by where to begin? Today, Kathi and her guest, Roger Lipp, discuss the DIY approach to recording your audiobook. Listen in and learn: How audiobooks are important to both the writer and the listener. How to prepare your script. How important it is to prepare the room you plan to record in. Don’t miss out on Part 2 next week as Kathi and Roger talk about what equipment you need to successfully record an audiobook. ...
2024-03-0415 minClutter Free Academy605 - Why Your Perfectionism is Keeping You Stuck in Clutter (and What You Can do About it) Part 2 (Feb 20)When you bring a new item into your space, do you struggle with where to put it? Have you ever uttered a sentence like this to yourself? “Why don’t I know where this goes?” Kathi Lipp and three-time co-author, friend, and frequent co-host Cheri Gregory are here to help. In this episode, they finish a two-part conversation about the straight line between perfectionism and clutter. Cheri speaks from an HSP (highly sensitive person) perspective and someone who struggles with perfectionism. She gives us some real-life advice from her recent kitchen and office remodel. Listen in as...
2024-02-2027 minClutter Free Academy604 - Why Your Perfectionism Is Keeping You Stuck in Clutter (And What You Can do About it) Part 1Do you hesitate to start a decluttering project because you feel like you don’t have the time or resources to finish it? You might be struggling with an underlying cause of clutter which is perfectionism. Kathi Lipp and three-time co-author and frequent co-host Cheri Gregory start a two-part conversation about the straight line between perfectionism and clutter. Cheri speaks from an HSP (highly sensitive person) perspective and someone who struggles with perfectionism. Listen in as Kathi and Cheri discuss the connection between perfectionism and clutter, as well as: How to get away from al...
2024-02-1319 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast388 - The DIY Podcaster with Roger Lipp Part 2Here are the show notes for next Monday’s episode: Have you been wondering how to distribute and market your podcast? Are you overwhelmed with the technical side of creating a podcast? Kathi and Roger Lipp continue their conversation on starting a podcast. Roger helps you decide which provider and software to use to streamline your workflow. Listen in and learn: How Libysn helps you with metrics and download rates. How using Canva can benefit you in marketing your podcast. How using AI can help streamline your podcast. Click here to list...
2024-02-1216 minClutter Free Academy602 - How to Sort Through a Loved One's Belongings After They're Gone Part 2Have you ever had a loved one pass and had to navigate the delicate and nuanced situation of going through the items left behind? Sweet friend, you are not alone. Listen to How to Sort Through a Loved One’s Belongings After They’re Gone Part 1 and then join Kathi Lipp and her guest Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young, author of the book Breathing Through the Grief, A Devotional Journal for Seasons of Loss. Nine years ago, Dorina and her young daughters lost their 40-year-old husband and father to cancer. Listen in as Kathi and Dorina continue thei...
2024-01-3017 minClutter Free Academy599 - Between Scarcity to Abundance: Understanding the Spectrum of Financial and Clutter Mindsets with Coach Stefania Mariaa Part 1We all have a common struggle with clutter and how it makes us feel – but did you know those same emotions apply to our relationship with money? Kathi Lipp and her guest, multidisciplinary coach and TikTok star Stefania Mariaa, have innovative and imaginative answers to the questions, “What is financial intimacy and why do I need it?” In this episode, Kathi and Stefania discuss ways to manage your personal finances and spending habits more deliberately and thoughtfully. Tune in to learn: Where do I stand on the spending spectrum? How do I make my time...
2024-01-0924 minClutter Free Academy598 - 7 Ways to Buy Less in 2024Are you ready to start the year with less clutter? This is the episode for you, my friend. As you put away the holiday decorations and look around, you may feel like it’s time to start fresh with some decluttering for the new year. Kathi Lipp and her partner in life and decluttering Roger Lipp give us 7 perfectly practical ways to declutter by buying less in 2024. They’ve looked at their personal practices and come up with some fabulous ideas for you to implement to start 2024 a bit more clutter-free. Listen in as they disc...
2024-01-0226 minClutter Free Academy597 - 5 Things I Do the Day After Christmas to Stay Clutter FreeYou made it through the holiday…but your living room didn’t! Are you wondering how to deal with all that Christmas clutter? In this episode, Kathi and Roger Lipp share five timely tips for taming the mayhem left behind after all the merriment. Listen in for their hints and hacks on: Knowing whether to return, recycle, or donate stuff left over from the festivities. Sharing out of your abundance. Saving your after-Christmas sanity! Sign up here to be notified when the next episode is released. Favorites: Meet Our Guest: Roger Lipp An...
2023-12-2612 minClutter Free Academy594 - What I Learned About Clutter in 2023 that Will Change My Relationship with Stuff in 2024 Part 2Do you struggle with trusting yourself when it comes to living clutter-free? Kathi Lipp and her cohost Tonya Kubo are here for you! In part 2 of "What I Learned About Clutter in 2023 that Will Change My Relationship with Stuff in 2024," Kathi and Tonya give us tips #2 and #3 for your clutter-free journey. Listen in and learn: The importance of community Kathi and Tonya’s personal challenges with clutter Kathi’s solution to the problem that plagues so many of us! Kathi mentions the virtual Abundant Home Conference that is a BONUS when you sign up f...
2023-12-0521 minClutter Free Academy591 - Your Holiday Gameplan When You're Low on SpaceKathi and her guest Deanna Day Young love decorating for Christmas, but what do you do when you are low on space? Kathi and Deanna both have experienced living in small spaces, and in today’s podcast they share ten ideas for decorating for the holidays, no matter how much room you have to work with. Listen in and hear some helpful tips, including: What to consider when decorating for each season. Deanna’s trick for making cleanup extra easy! The best color choice for decorating a holiday table. How to keep your gifts clutter-free. Next...
2023-11-1428 minClutter Free Academy590 - Thrifting with Purpose: Tips and Strategies for Finding Gems and Reducing Clutter - Part 2You might have heard of the Circle of Life but how about the Circle of Thrift? In this part 2 episode, Kathi interviews full-time Pinterest employee and thrifting enthusiast Erin Handley. Erin and Kathi both have a love for a great thrift find and share personal stories about how thrifting has been a real benefit to them and their families through the years. Listen in as she and Kathi laugh and discuss some tips and tricks they have learned about thrifting, such as: There are times of year when people donate certain items. Kathi and Erin share...
2023-11-0722 minClutter Free Academy589 - Thrifting with Purpose: Tips and Strategies for Finding Gems and Reducing Clutter - Part 1Can thrifting and staying clutter-free go hand in hand? Kathi Lipp and our podcast guest today say YES YOU CAN! Meet Erin Handley: San Francisco Bay Area resident, full-time Pinterest employee, and long-time thrifting enthusiast. Kathi and Erin discuss how thrifting is not acquiring a bunch of items you don’t need. Thrifting gives us a chance to give something a new life or at least a second look. Join them as they dive into three questions to ask before you purchase that thrift store treasure that you have in your cart. Where will it...
2023-10-3122 minClutter Free Academy587 - Taking Organization to the Next Level: Advanced Tips for Accessibility and AestheticsCan our spaces be organized and look great at the same time? Yes, they can! Clutter Free Academy's own Deanna Day Young joins Kathi Lipp today in this continuation of last week's episode. (Haven't listened to Episode 586 Unlocking the Power of Organization: Expert Tips from Deanna Day Young yet? Click here! ) This week is all about the Double-A: accessibility and aesthetics. Meaning it is easy to access but looks pretty sitting. Deanna and Kathi chat and laugh their way through the Three Steps to Organization 101. Kitchen ideas? It's in here. Organizing with things you already have? It's...
2023-10-1724 minClutter Free Academy586 - Unlocking the Power of Organization: Expert Tips from Deanna Day YoungSeveral years ago, Deanna Day Young joined Kathi Lipp’s Clutter Free Academy. Deanna felt pretty confident about her organizational skills, but she realized there is always more to learn and thought she could learn some good strategies for organization. However, what she actually realized is that she had previously been trying to organize a bunch of clutter! Since then, Deanna has strengthened her decluttering muscles, and on today’s podcast Kathi asks Deanna to share her best advice for someone who is starting out on their decluttering and organization journey. Listen in as Deanna shares: What...
2023-10-1031 minClutter Free Academy585 - Designing for Decision Fatigue: Minimal Choices, Maximum FreedomWelcome to Part 3 of the Abundant Home Conference series! In this segment, Kathi and her guest Amy Betters-Midtvedt talk about having a neurodiverse family and how having a brain that processes differently affects how people declutter. Together they discuss: The process of body doubling: helping someone complete a project like decluttering by completing pieces of that project for them while training them to take over the entire process eventually Why it's important to decide on systems like organization and decluttering as a team Chaotic creativity and why not everything needs to be special all the time If...
2023-10-0315 minClutter Free Academy584 - Fear, Finances, and Finding Peace: Decluttering Your Mind and HomeWelcome to Part 2 of the Abundant Home Conference series! In this segment Kathi and her guest Amy Betters-Midtvedt face the fears and hidden perfectionism that often sabotage our decluttering efforts. Together they discuss: How can you avoid a scarcity mindset and start to think differently about your stuff? How do you combat the feeling that the things you have are not enough? How can you challenge the idea that your stuff is protecting you and instead realize that it is limiting you? If you missed Part 1 of their conversation, you can find it here: Why Just in...
2023-09-2620 minClutter Free Academy583 - Why "Just in Case" is a Trap: Your Guide to Living Clutter-FreeDo any of these sound like you? I’m afraid to get rid of things, because what if I need it in the future and don’t have money to replace it? My kids’ notes and artwork are all so special and I can’t part with any of it! I better buy three of those, that way I’ll always be able to find at least one. If so, then today’s podcast is for you! In this session Kathi chats with self-proclaimed “pack rat” Amy Betters-Midtvedt about her process of digging out from under all the clutter. The...
2023-09-1916 minClutter Free Academy580 - Accidental Homesteader: How To Plan Like a Homesteader No Matter Where You Call Home Part 2Would you like some tips and tools to help you move from last minute scrambler to organized planner? Welcome to Part 2 of How to Plan Like A Homesteader where Kathi and her co host in life and on the mic Roger Lipp discuss strategies for advanced planning. You might not need to worry about your snow blower not working like they do out in the wilderness they call home, but there are so many things you can plan in advance for to make your life run more smoothly. For example: Pet and animal care Regular medical...
2023-08-2920 minClutter Free Academy579 - Accidental Homesteader: How to Plan AheadWould you consider yourself a natural planner, or is it challenging for you to plan ahead? If you think planning doesn’t come easily, then you share that trait with Kathi and Roger Lipp, but moving to the Red House has forced them to plan ahead. In today’s podcast they share their hard-won wisdom with all of us. Even if you don’t live on acres in the wilderness, you can still apply these lessons to lessen the stress in your life. For example: Are you prepared for extreme weather events or other emergencies in your a...
2023-08-2237 minClutter Free Academy575 - Best of Series - Back to Basics: How to Declutter Your House FastWelcome back to the basics! Kathi Lipp is joined by Roger, her husband and fellow declutterer, and they are here to recap some of the best tips they have discovered about decluttering. How do you declutter quickly? Kathi has an easy to follow decluttering system for you and it only takes 15 minutes. Step 1 - Gather your tools. Kathi likes to use 3 tote bags. One bag is "give away," one bag is "put away," and one bag is "other rooms." The 2 additional bags Kathi adds to the mix are a garbage bag and a recycling bag.
2023-07-2519 minClutter Free Academy573 - Best of Series - 5 Reasons Your Home is MORE ClutteredDo you ever look around your home wondering why it feels more cluttered, despite your decluttering efforts? In this "Best Of" episode, Kathi and her decluttering partner Roger are uncovering this mystery by clueing us into five reasons our homes may be more cluttered: You don’t know what you have, so you keep buying more. You have backups for your backups. (We’re looking at you, broken can-opener in the garage!) You are storing things for other people, with no limit or deadline. You are holding onto things for “some day.” (Is that item something you would buy again...
2023-07-1121 minClutter Free Academy571 - How to Succeed with No Buy JulyOn this very special podcast Kathi Lipp is joined by Clutter Free queen Tonya Kubo to get all of us excited about the month-long celebration we call No Buy July! Some may think that No Buy July sounds crazy, after all - it is fun to spend money. But this challenge is meant to be a kind of retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Let's put all our creative energy into doing something that is going to help our houses and our budgets breathe a little easier! Listen in for all the...
2023-06-2732 minClutter Free Academy568 - Responding Responsibly to a “Waste Not, Want Not” Mentality - Part 2How do you start a conversation with someone who says that absolutely everything is valuable and should be cherished? Especially when that means that you, not they, should be the person to make space for it? Kathi and her friend Cheri Gregory are returning today for the second part of their discussion on how to respond responsibly to another person who has a “waste not, want not” mentality. Here are their tips for how to keep the peace without keeping all the stuff: For people living in your household, give each person their own space and they...
2023-06-0616 minClutter Free Academy567 - Responding Responsibly to a “Waste Not, Want Not” Mentality - Part 1Sometimes we hear sayings like “waste not, want not” and we assume they are true all the time and in every circumstance. Or we may want to get rid of something, but someone else in our life expects us to keep it. What to do then? Today Kathi is discussing this very issue with her friend and co-author, Cheri Gregory. Cheri tells the tale of some big items she has recently decluttered and shares how her mindset about those items has changed over time. Some of those shifts in her thinking include: Realizing that just because an i...
2023-05-3017 minClutter Free Academy566 - How to Reclaim a Space In Your Home - Part 2Have you ever dreamed of creating a space just for YOU? This is your episode! Today Kathi Lipp is joined by fellow book lover Amy Betters-Midtvedt. On the daily, Amy uses humor to share her expertise in all things home and parenting but today, they talk about decluttering to create a sacred space. For Amy, it’s for her beloved books. Listen in as Kathi and Amy discuss: Managing the push and pull of deciding what stays and what goes The benefit of having a reward at the end of your project Knowing when to call a trusted pr...
2023-05-2316 minClutter Free Academy565 - How to Reclaim a Space In Your Home - Part 1Have you ever longed for a space to call your own? Welcome to your tribe! Today Kathi Lipp is joined by fellow book lover and Abundant Home Conference speaker Amy Betters-Midtvedt. Amy is an expert in all things home and parenting stirred with a super sized spoon of humor but today they talk about Amy’s decluttering path to carve out a space for something she loves: books. Listen in as Kathi and Amy discuss: Creating small goals to decluttering bins of treasures from the past Knowing when to ask for help Giving yourself permission to change your pl...
2023-05-1618 minClutter Free Academy563 - How to Declutter A Lot - FAST - Part 3Do you feel life circumstances change so quickly that it’s a struggle to keep your spaces clutter free? Kathi and her husband, declutter buddy, and cohost Roger Lipp are with us today sharing the last three tips in their Top 10 Ways of Getting Clutter Free podcast series. If you haven’t listened to Parts 1 (listen here) and 2 (listen here) of this series, put those in your queue! In today’s Part 3 they discuss: How to curate your items ("Curate" is Kathi’s new favorite word! ) Organizing activity supplies into separate tubs Using a spreadsheet to keep an inventor...
2023-05-0223 minClutter Free Academy562 - How to Declutter a Lot - FAST - Part 2Last week Kathi and Roger Lipp shared the first three of their tips for how to declutter a lot - FAST! To recap: Participate in the 30-day 1k to get rid of 1,000 things in 30 days - join right now for free at Kathi Lipp’s Clutter Free Academy on Facebook! Have your garbage bags and boxes ready for trash, recycling, and donations. Find a declutter buddy. Today, after Moose stops licking the microphone, the decluttering duo will cover the next three tips on their list: Set a number goal. Let the date do the deciding. Use th...
2023-04-2515 minClutter Free Academy561 - How to Declutter A Lot - FAST- Part 1Do you feel like there are not enough hours in your day to tackle a decluttering project? You are not alone, friend. Kathi and her snow bound cohost Roger Lipp are with us today discussing not only decluttering but decluttering when you are short on time. Listen in as they discuss the crazy amount of snow at the Red House as well the first two tips of their top ten ways they have found to get rid of clutter. Ideas such as:: Using different colored trash bags What size boxes to use The importance of a declutter buddy
2023-04-1815 minClutter Free Academy559 - Lessons Learned from Living Through a Renovation Part 2Can there be guilt-free home organization? Oh sweet sister, there is! Kathi Lipp and her three-time coauthor Cheri Gregory are with us today discussing the lessons each learned during their recent home renovations. Cheri has three simple strategies for us regarding clutter, home organization and renovations. In Part 2 of Lessons Learned from Living Through a Renovation Part 2, Kathi and Cheri do a deep dive into strategies 2 & 3, as well as giving us gems of advice such as: There is satisfaction in waiting for the right item for a space Give yourself permission to “waste” some money Find places where retu...
2023-04-0423 minClutter Free Academy558 - Lessons Learned from Living Through a Renovation Part 1Have you ever second guessed a decision you’ve made, even after doing thoughtful and thorough research? Have you vacillated between decisions and then ended up doing... nothing? You are not alone, friend. It’s called thrashing and Kathi and her three-time coauthor Cheri Gregory are with us today discussing the concept of thrashing as well as some lessons each learned during their recent home renovations. Cheri has three lessons for us regarding clutter and renovations, the first of which she shares in this episode. Listen in to Part 1 of this two part episode to find out: Cher...
2023-03-2818 minClutter Free Academy550 - Toss, Sell or Donate? How to Decide What to do with Your StuffWhen decluttering a space, what do you do when you come across something good, but you don’t love it, don’t use it, and wouldn’t buy it again? Some would never get rid of something that is potentially useful. It can be a struggle to know what to do with your stuff! In today’s episode, Kathi is joined by the ever-effervescent Tonya Kubo as they talk villain origin stories and the clutter quandaries of fancy photo backdrops and chicken diapers. Here are some helpful hints that will help you sort through what to sell, what to...
2023-01-3117 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast304 - Best of Series: Building a Team Without Breaking the Bank Part 1Kathi Lipp is joined today by her husband, Roger, to look back and see both how their ministry began and the unique way they have built their team over the years. By combining their individual strengths and tapping into what Kathi calls, “Resources vs. Resourcefulness,” the Red House ministry has grown from one outside contractor into a team of diversely talented interns and contractors. Listen in to learn Kathi and Roger’s tips for how to launch your business using methods such as: • Trading work with contractors whose skills you need • Using free templates or inexpensiv...
2022-07-1119 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast302 - How to Barter Your Way to a Writing CareerDo you have the time, but not the money, to invest in your writing career? Then it might be time to consider bartering. Join Kathi Lipp and her friend Cassie Rajewich as they discuss how bartering can benefit your writing career. Join Kathi and Cassie as they explain: • How they began bartering. • Cassie’s three tips for people who want to start bartering. • How Kathi Lipp’s internship program functions through bartering. Bartering can be hard, but it is also incredibly rewarding. So, listen in and learn from Kathi and Cassie about how you can us...
2022-06-2714 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast295 - One Day Challenge: 15 Minute Podcast PitchDo you want to be a guest on a podcast, but you aren’t sure how to go about pitching yourself and your message? Kathi Lipp’s very own podcast producer, Tiffany Jo Baker, is joining the conversation today to help you prepare a solid podcast pitch you can use in the future. Listen in and learn: What are some of the no-no’s to avoid. What to include at the beginning, middle, and end. How to think through ways to serve the podcast audience. Most importantly, plan to join Kathi in her free Facebook group L...
2022-05-0906 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast289 - What is a Funnel and Why Do I Need One?What is a funnel and when do you need one? Listen in as Kathi talks with her favorite guest, Roger Lipp, about taking your readers and listeners on a journey using these five steps: • Build awareness through consistent and quality content. • Connect with those who are newly acquainted with your ministry or business. • Offer more to your “tribe” of followers. • Give extras to your customers and acknowledge their feedback. • Encourage advocates to share their experience with others. Kathi and Roger share how to establish a strategy for transition between each step and challenge you to love people we...
2022-03-2828 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast288 - One Day Challenge March - The One Hour Business Plan ChallengeAre you overwhelmed by the idea of writing down your business plan? Today, Kathi Lipp is joined by the director of Writing at the Red House and the Collective, Cassie Rajewich, to discuss the March business plan challenge. In this episode, Kathi and Cassie discuss: • What Cassie is putting on her business plan. • Four steps for creating your business plan. • The importance of tweaking your business plan. Tune in and learn everything you need to know about the One Hour Business Plan Challenge. About the challenge: Create your business plan on March 30. Kathi Lipp...
2022-03-2111 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast286 - Your Author Business Plan - Why You Need One TodayHave you wondered whether you should create a business plan? Today, Kathi Lipp is joined by her husband, Roger Lipp, to discuss why some people don’t have a business plan and the biggest reasons why you need to have one. In this episode, Kathi and Roger explain: The biggest misconceptions about business plans. Why the biggest misconceptions are wrong. Six reasons to have a business plan. Listen in and learn everything you need to know about why having a business plan is so important. Tune in next week to find out how to create yo...
2022-03-0717 minClutter Free Academy502 - Back to Basics: How to Declutter Your House FastKathi Lipp and Roger Lipp are back to continue their Back to Basics series. Are you new to the Clutter Free Academy and wondering what this program is all about? This week, Kathi revisits her clutter free system and explains how she manages to get the clutter out of her house by focusing on one room per day for 15 minutes at a time. To get started, you’ll need three bags designated for things to give away, put away, and move to other rooms. Once you have your bags ready, listen in for the Kathi and Roger’s tips for...
2022-03-0119 minClutter Free Academy499 - 1 Day Declutter: The 50 Book ChallengeKathi Lipp and guest Tonya Kubo are back with another 1 Day Declutter challege. Can you get rid of 50 books in one day? Join Kathi and special guest Trisha Goyer on February 16 at 11:00am PST in the Clutter Free Academy Facebook group for a special Declutter with Kathi. So many of us have complicated relationships with the books in our homes, and it can be so hard to know how or when to get rid of them. Listen in as Kathi and Tonya talk about how they know it's time to "break up" with a book, as well...
2022-02-0817 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast282 - 1 Day Challenge February The Tweak Your Post ChallengeDo you love challenges? Today, Kathi Lipp is joined by Cassie Rajewich, the director of Writing at the Red House, to talk about the upcoming February Challenge: The Tweak Your Post Challenge. Tune into this episode to learn: Everything you need to know about the February Challenge. What articles Kathi and Cassie are going to tweak. How to prepare for the challenge. Listen in and come join Kathi, Cassie, and the Writing at the Red House community as they tackle this new challenge. About the Tweak Your Post Challenge: This challenge is to...
2022-02-0705 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast281 - How to Write a Devotional (our not-so-secret-super-system) with Cheri Gregory Part 4Once your book is out there, how do you keep it alive? In the fourth part of this series, co-authors Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory talk about how they are marketing their latest book and serving their audience at the same time. Listen in as they talk about some of their favorite things from this book launch, including: The SPACE acronym. Their pre-sale bonus offer. The new ideas that come even after the book is published. Their goal is to be strategic while having fun and serving their readers. You can join in on the f...
2022-01-3116 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast280 - How to Write a Devotional (our not-so-secret-super-system) with Cheri Gregory Part 3Do you ever hit a wall while writing a book? Today, Kathi Lipp is back with Cheri Gregory, author and communicator coach, to talk about how they struggled to write their newest book, An Abundant Place: Daily Retreats for the Woman Who Can’t Get Away, and what helped them get through the tough moments. In this episode, Kathi and Cheri discuss: • Their process for writing and revising their book. • The importance of having a reader team and an editor. • What they do when a devotional goes off the rails. Tune in next week for...
2022-01-2416 minClutter Free Academy496 - 1 Day Declutter Your Pop Up Clutter Free FocusKathi and Tonya are here today with details on the upcoming "Great 100 Item Cupboard Clean-Out!" On Wednesday January 26th, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo are hosting a friendly challenge in Clutter Free Academy. You mission, should you choose to accept it: get rid of 100 items in your kitchen. It's time to throw out those extra soy sauce packets, expired items, donate-able items, and takeout menus (you can find those menus on the Internet anyway). Listen in as the pair give all the details and guidelines for a successful kitchen clean-out. Now, gather your supplies - some of K...
2022-01-1814 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast278 - How to Write a Devotional (our no-so-secret-super-system) with Cheri Gregory Part 2If someone is going to write a devotional, there is a bit of a formula. In part two of this series, Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory let us in on the secrets of their design process for their newest book, An Abundant Place: Daily Retreats for the Woman Who Can’t Get Away. The helpful hints they share include: Finding the balance between Scripture, story, and application. • Ideas for finding your theme. • What extras to include in your book. • To help you find a template that works for your devotional writing. Kathi and Cheri ar...
2022-01-1014 minClutter Free Academy494 - An Abundant Place Celebration and How to Have an At-Home RetreatKathi Lipp is here with friend and co-author, Cheri Gregory, to celebrate the release of their new book of devotionals: An Abundant Place. If you have found yourself overcommitted, overstressed, and in need of a mental getaway, Kathi and Cheri have written this book for you. In this special episode, the pair share their favorite ways to declutter their mental space and prepare for their time with God. AND if you order your copy of An Abundant Place today, you are still eligible for pre-order bonuses including the An Abundant Place journal and the special p...
2022-01-0419 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast277 - How to Write a Devotional (our not-so-secret-super-system) with Cheri Gregory Part 1Have you ever wondered how to create a strong system for writing a book? Today, Kathi Lipp is joined by Cheri Gregory, author and communicator coach, to talk about how to plan a book based on what they learned while planning their newest book, An Abundant Place: Daily Retreats for the Woman Who Can’t Get Away. In this episode, Kathi and Cheri discuss: Where they find ideas and inspiration. The importance of having someone to talk with about your project. How Facebook can actually be a first draft. Tune in next week to find out...
2022-01-0315 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast276 - The Four Best Ways to Build Your Writing Career in the New Year with Roger Lipp and Tonya KuboThe new year is coming. We all have goals, plans, and dreams. Some of us have lots of checklists too! To wrap up this month’s series on how to build your writing career, Kathi is joined today by Roger Lipp and Tonya Kubo as they talk about the ONE thing in 2022 that authors and speakers can do to serve their audience better. Tonya has a “people first” approach to serving online communities. She encourages us to push forward with relationships, especially with peers who can be “power partners” and help us serve our audience better. Roger wants us to have...
2021-12-2719 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast275 - The Four Best Ways to Build Your Writing Career in the New Year with Kathleen KerrHave you ever wondered how to become a better writer? Today, Kathi Lipp and Kathleen Kerr, an editor and speaker, tackle this important question by breaking down a frequent lie that writers believe about being a writer and replacing it with applicable strategies for how to strengthen your writing knowledge and practice. In this episode, Kathi and Kathleen discuss: How to be a great student of writing. Their favorite fiction and nonfiction books. Why you need to learn the rules of writing before you break them. Listen in and learn how to improve your writing...
2021-12-2024 minClutter Free Academy489 - 10 Ways to Prep for a Clutter Free Holiday Part 2Kathi Lipp and her partner in decluttering and everything else, Roger Lipp, are back to continue their great discussion on to how to celebrate the holiday season without sabotaging your Clutter Free journey. Are you unsure of how to approach the holidays without adding to your or your loved ones' clutter? Kathi has 10 incredibly helpful tips just for that. She and Roger shared the first five suggestions in part 1. Listen in now as they share the last half of their insightful list of suggestions for celebrating the season clutter-free. Kathi explains the value in: Do an inve...
2021-11-3011 minClutter Free Academy488 - 10 Ways to Prep for a Clutter Free Holiday Part 1Kathi Lipp is here with her partner in decluttering and everything else, Roger Lipp, to talk about how to celebrate the holiday season without sabotaging your Clutter Free journey. Are you unsure of how to approach the holidays without adding to your or your loved ones' clutter? Kathi and Roger give five insightful suggestions to celebrating the season clutter-free, including: Go gift-less Give "clutter-less" gifts Gift a membership to Clutter Free for Life Be sure to catch next week's episode when Kathi and Roger will share the last half of their advice for a Clutter-Free holiday.
2021-11-2314 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast265 - Discovering and Writing to Your Niche Part 2Are you trying to discover your place in the writing universe? Where will your passion intersect with your audience’s needs? How do you know if you are onto an idea that you should push forward with? These are the kind of questions that are discussed every week in the Red House Writer’s Collective, and this week Kathi and Roger Lipp are back with part two of their recent training session on discovering your niche as a writer. Listen in to learn how to: Test your direction in order to strengthen your ideas Overcome your fear...
2021-10-1120 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast264 - Discovering and Writing to Your Niche Part 1This week Kathi and Roger Lipp give us a peek into the training they provide for members of the Red House Writers Collective. How do you know if you are writing the right thing? Do you feel like you are spinning your wheels and going nowhere? In the first part of this special series Kathi and Roger will help you discover your writing niche by thinking through four principles of seeking clarity: Listening for God’s calling Knowing the right way Taking time to process Seeking outside input Listen in and find out how rocking chairs and “hand...
2021-10-0416 minClutter Free Academy479 - A Place For EverythingComing in for the third round of teaching us all things organization are Kathi and Tonya, the organizational queen who gets things done. Really only 10 percent of organization has to do with the frou frou stuff. The other 90 percent can be split into thirds. In the first episode, Kathi and Tonya walked us through the first 30 percent: decluttering the nonsense so we don’t have to touch it again. The second episode covered the next 30 percent and was all about making decisions in advance and bossing our inner child around. Now, in the finale, they’re talking about how to p...
2021-09-2114 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast261 - Your Author Board of Directors (Part 2)Kathi Lipp is back with her favorite board member, Roger Lipp, to continue this month’s series about establishing your own board of directors. Perhaps you have decided that you do need a board of directors after all – now what? Kathi and Roger are speaking from experience and sharing the lessons they have learned about how to build a better board and keep your business and ministry moving forward. Listen in as the two discuss: How to be wise in adding board members and setting expectations from the beginning. The benefits an advisory board brings to pr...
2021-09-1323 minClutter Free Academy477 - A Place for EverythingKathi is talking with Tonya Kubo today, and they’re cracking the case on perhaps the most common topic in Clutter Free Academy: just how in the world do we get more organized? Organization is really about getting ahead and thinking about where things will be when we need them. Kathi simplifies this process by reminding us that everything has a cost of space, time, energy, or money. Then she helps us prioritize the systems and things we really need in this season, teaching us about the first 30% of organization: Don’t let it into the house Kick it b...
2021-09-0714 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast260 - Why You as an Author Absolutely Need Your Own Board of Directors (No Matter if You've Published a Book Yet)Kathi Lipp is here with her original partner, Roger Lipp, to kick off this month’s new series about establishing your own board of directors. Have you ever thought maybe your business or ministry isn’t far enough along for a board of directors? Maybe you’re thinking, “I haven’t even published a book yet, how could a board of directors help me? Who would I even ask to be on my board?” Kathi and Roger are here to answer all those questions and more. Listen in as the pair explains the different roles board members fill as well as talk...
2021-09-0615 minClutter Free Academy474 - One Bathroom Wonders: Part 2Kathi and Tonya are back in the bathroom today continuing the conversation of creating a one-bathroom wonder. In the first episode, they talked all about decluttering the bathroom. In this second episode, Kathi and Tonya are offering tips for organizing the bathroom and giving us the opportunity to think outside the bathroom box to create a space that works for our unique situation. Listen in to learn some of these simple bathroom organizing hacks including: Assigning different colors Adding shelving, hooks, and bars How we can do traditional things differently THE CLUTTER-FREE HOME When it comes to y...
2021-08-1712 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast253 - How to Handle Money for Creatives (and those who love them) Episode 3: How Kathi and Roger Have Set Up Their Business FinancesKathi Lipp and business/life partner Roger Lipp return for part 3 of this series about Profit First, and how the system has brought peace to their financial lives. Last week, the couple described the framework of the Profit First financial system and explained what role each of the five accounts serve. Today, they are here to tell you how their own Profit First system is set up. Roger and Kathi reveal the specific percentages of their income that they distribute to the prescribed accounts (profit, operating expenses, taxes, and owner’s draw), and give some insight into what their goa...
2021-07-1917 minClutter Free Academy464 - HELP - My House is Going on the Market Next Week!In the first recorded episode of Questions with Kathi and Kelly, Kathi and her friend Kelly Wilbanks give us a roadmap for putting our house on the market and moving. If the thought of moving and making your house marketable overwhelms you, don’t worry. This is the action plan you need for continued clutter free peace in your home. Listen in to hear Kathi’s seven steps to putting your house on the market, including: Don’t add anything Concentrate on the noticeable things Work front to back And more … The Clutter-Free Home: Making Room for Your Life ...
2021-06-0815 minClutter Free Academy463 - The Checklist Challenge Part 2Kathi is here with her friend Kelly Wilbanks, who takes your great questions and brings them to Kathi to come up with the answers about all things clutter free. Today, they are continuing the discussion about Kathi’s best hacks and how to get things done in a short amount of time. It’s common to get overwhelmed very quickly. Kathi’s solution is all about the Checklist Challenge. The problem with most checklists is that many items on them tend to be way too far-reaching and contribute to overwhelm. Take Kathi’s advice and don’t participate in abuse of t...
2021-06-0116 minClutter Free Academy462 - The Checklist Challenge Part 1Kathi is here with Kelly Wilbanks, the voice of Clutter Free, who takes your great questions and brings them to Kathi to come up with the answers about all things clutter free. Today’s question is about discovering Kathi’s best hacks and how to get things done in a short amount of time. It’s common to get overwhelmed very quickly. Kathi’s solution is all about the Checklist Challenge. The problem with most checklists is that many items on them tend to be way too far-reaching and contribute to overwhelm. Take Kathi’s advice and don’t participate...
2021-05-2514 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast240 - Putting the Create in CreativityKathi Lipp and Roger Lipp are back to continue their creative conversation about creativity in part 3 of this month’s 4-part series. In part 1, the couple talks to us about incorporating creativity into our day to day lives. Then last week in part 2, they explain how to avoid creative procrastination by finding creativity in the cracks of our everyday lives. This week, Kathi and Roger explain the importance of trusting the Holy Spirit that an idea will come when your creativity is in high demand. They dispel the misnomer that a writer’s creativity goes solely into writing the book...
2021-04-1919 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast238 - Putting the Create in CreativityKathi Lipp sits down with her favorite podcast guest and fellow creative Roger Lipp for this first episode of our April series on "Putting the Create in Creativity – How to Be More Creative Every Day to Produce Content.” Have you ever been told you are a creative person, but you’re not sure how to increase your “CQ” (Creative Quotient)? In this 4-part series, Kathi and Roger will give ways to improve your writing by being more creative in your day to day life. Listen in to this first episode as the pair discusses: The difference between cre...
2021-04-0518 minClutter Free Academy453 - How Do I Even Know Where to Start With My MessAnother great episode of questions with Kelly and Kathi is here. In this episode, they’re addressing one of the most common questions in clutter free. How do we know where to start with our mess? Decluttering in action is all about making decision after decision. After too many decisions, decision fatigue sets in. We have all tried to put systems around our clutter. Kathi leads us in a better way and teaches us how to start with these four principles: You can’t organize clutter The simpler the system the better Ask yourself where you would look for...
2021-03-2317 minClutter Free Academy452 - Should I Buy a Bigger House?Kathi is loving this series with her friend Kelly Wilbanks. This week they answer the question many of us have asked ourselves: should we buy a bigger house? After this last year of living in close quarters and doing life in unconventional ways, most of us are looking at our spaces with a different perspective. Kathi’s answer may surprise you. Listen in as they discuss how to determine the answer for your family, including: How to know when a gutting of your house is in order How to determine the right size home How your thinking may in...
2021-03-1613 minClutter Free Academy449 - HELP! I'm Living in a Remodel. What Should I Do?Kathi is back with Kelly Wilbanks in another segment of Questions with Kelly and Kathi. Today’s question helps us discover how to live well in an active remodel or another large project at home. There are so many factors that can prolong a remodel project. Thankfully, Kathi gives us six things that we can do to live peacefully while undergoing a project in our home: Consider the seasons Declutter everything you can Figure out how to eat; create a suite Create a sanctuary Create a punch list Learn a new skill The Clutter Free Home: Making Room for...
2021-02-2321 minClutter Free Academy447 - Do I Sell It, Donate It or Give It AwayKathi is back with Kelly Wilbanks in another segment of Questions with Kelly and Kathi. Today’s question helps us settle that endless debate between selling, donating, and giving things away. There are truly so many factors that go into this decision. Thankfully, Kathi lays out a guide for us to discover our best option by exploring these three questions: What is your urgency? What is your motivation? What is your main objective? The Clutter Free Home: Making Room for Your Life When it comes to your home, peace is possible… Longing for a place of peac...
2021-02-0916 minClutter Free Academy446 - How Do I Keep Things Clean With Everyone at Home?Kathi is back with another one of her favorite segments: questions with Kelly and Kathi. This past year has left many of us wondering how to keep our house clean and clutter free with everyone at home. Thankfully, Kathi has some great ideas for doing just that: Establish what an acceptable space is. Don’t face the clutter alone. Teach our kids how to be zero sum kids and care for themselves and their things. The importance of routines and boundaries The Clutter-Free Home: Making Room for Your Life When it comes to your home, peace is poss...
2021-02-0219 minClutter Free Academy445 - Ugh! How Do I Keep My Car Clean?Kathi is back for another one of her favorite segments, questions with Kelly and Kathi. This time they’re talking about how to keep our cars clean and clutter free. Thankfully, they aren’t talking about dedicating a Saturday to this task. Instead, they offer practical ways that can easily fit into our lifestyle. Listen in to learn about the four ways that helped Kathi keep her car clean even with kids and teens: Minimize things allowed in your car and have a system for getting things out of it Have trash bags in the car Use your gas...
2021-01-2618 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast189 - Rethinking Book Launch Parties Part 1Kathi and Michele gather around the kitchen table with book authors Cheri Gregory and Amy Carroll to gab and giggle over morning coffee. All four authors are in the middle of book launches and they are telling you everything they’ve learned about book launch parties. In today’s episode, you will learn: What a traditional book launch party entails. The purpose of a good book launch party. The solution that could make a huge difference for your book launch. Links and Resources: Michele Cushatt Amy Carroll Cheri Gregory ...
2020-04-2718 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast184 - How Do You Do It All with Susan SeayKathi talks with her special guest Susan Seay about getting all the things done, by not doing all the things. In part two, Susan shares the remainder of her tips for getting it all done while keeping your business and relationships intact. In today’s episode, you will learn: How to simplify the things that must get done. How to grow the relationships that will help you grow your business. How to keep the important relationships strong. How to say *gulp* no to protect your commitments. Links and Resources: Susan Seay’s Podcast The Four Tend...
2020-03-2324 minClutter Free Academy358 - What I Learned About Being Clutter Free by Living with Kathi for a WeekOn today’s episode of the podcast, Kathi is joined by Tonya Kubo, the fearless leader of Kathi Lipp’s Clutter-Free Academy Facebook group. In part 2, Tonya and Kathi conclude the conversation about the things Tonya learned about living clutter free after spending a week living with Kathi. On today’s show you’ll learn: The tools that help keep Kathi focused The value of knowing your routines The key to going from frantic to focused Thanks for Listening! To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below. Share this show on Twitt...
2019-05-2819 minClutter Free Academy357 - What I Learned About Being Clutter Free by Living with Kathi for a Week Part 1On today’s episode of the podcast, Kathi is joined by Tonya Kubo, the fearless leader of Kathi Lipp’s Clutter-Free Academy Facebook group. Tonya and Kathi chat today about some of the things Tonya learned after spending a week living with Kathi. On today’s show you’ll learn: Why often more is caught than taught The value of things being half-full How living clutter-free can help you go from frantic to focused Thanks for Listening! The Clutter-Free book here To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below. Share...
2019-05-2115 minThe Writing at the Red House Podcast123 - Finding Your Niche - Part 2Welcome back! Thank you for joining us in part 2 of “Finding Your Niche” with Kathi Lipp and Michele Cushatt. Last week you learned why it’s important to find your niche and today you’ll learn how to find it. Kathi shares two very specific questions to help you with this. Even if you don’t know what your passion is and as Michele says, “When you can’t see the forest through the trees,” Kathi encourages you how to find out what your niche is in a very simplified way. If you’ve been wondering what your message is and...
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Clutter Free Academy100 - Welcome to So Here's the Thing with Kathi Lipp and MOPSJoin Kathi Lipp and her cohosts Mandy Arita and Liz Sagaser as they talk about all the things you are talking about: Marriage Parenting Sex Managing the Homefront Living the Life You Were Designed For
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