ABOUT US

Debbie Gilster - President/Chief Productivity Officer

Debbie’s little secret - Why am I qualified to help you?

I am organized because I have to be in order to feel sane in life. I juggle many roles – wife, mother of two teenage boys, entrepreneur, manager, author, volunteer, family member, friend – oh yeah, and myself. I know the issues you are going through. Like you, I produce invoices, prepare analysis reports, motivate my staff, determine the strategic direction of my company, make dinner, clean the house, chauffeur the kids, go to church, volunteer my time, attend association meetings and - oh yeah, exercise and spend quality time with my husband.

I am computerized when it is appropriate. The computer is a tool and it should be used to make our lives easier. I have a gift for teaching people how and what to use on their computer. I am a true analyst and problem solver. When something takes too long I automatically start thinking of a way to improve the process. Sometimes it’s a curse. Ask me what happens when I’m ready to check out at the grocery store!

I worked in the corporate environment for over 15 years - my last job was as the Business Process Reengineering Manager for Mazda. I helped start a small woman’s purse company that was profitable in its first year, selling to over 250 stores across the country. We designed and imported crochet handbags from China. I learned many lessons first-hand (plus got more gray hair), but what great experiences to share with my clients! I have a Master's degree in Systems Management from USC and am the former Vice President of NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers). I volunteer in my church's Money Matters Ministry, teaching others how to be stewards of their money.

I have been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, The LA Times, The Orange County Register, Home Office Computing, Bottom-Line Personal, OC Family, Woman's Day, Fast Company and various other publications. Coast Magazine dubbed me "Goddess of the Filing Cabinet." I’ve had the pleasure of being interviewed on CBS, OCN and KFI Talk Radio. My articles have appeared in Floral Retailing Magazine, association newsletters and on various websites. I am the author of QuickBooks: Tips, Tricks & How-To Guide; and The Organized Christian Woman Bible Study, and co-author of The Organized Christian Woman Speaker's Kit.

I have a passion for my job and the task of helping people to regain some much needed control in their lives!

Other Associates

As projects warrant it, you will be introduced to other associates of mine that are qualified to assist me with your project.

CLIENTS

We help people in all different industries. Needing to be organized and feel more productive is not limited to certain fields or job types. Anyone can have a problem with managing paper and time. Not fully using your technology is common. Even more common is not fully managing your finances.

See how some of our clients have used our services...what can we do for you?

What do our clients say about us...

"I really appreciate your style. You are great with the staff, have a good vision and are able to articulate it. Plus, you are fun in the midst of it. Thanks!"