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- Upcoming courses with Ann Maurice
- Appear in Ann's new TV series!
- TV listings
- How to create a home office that really works
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Upcoming courses with Ann Maurice
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Introductory Property Presentation Course, London, UK (Sat 22 - Sun 23 April)
- Learn the techniques of properly presenting a home for sale or rent.
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ntroductory Business Course, London, UK (Mon 24 April)
- A follow-up to the Introductory Property Presentation Course. Get the business skills needed to set up as a Property Presentation Consultant.
Advanced Hands-on Course, Leicestershire, UK (Wed 22 – Sun 26 March)
This intensive course features lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises designed to deepen your understanding of colour, arranging artwork and accessories, shelf dressing, flower arranging, furniture layout and space planning. Most valuable of all, you will participate in the actual hands-on staging of a real home from start to finish, putting theory into practice.
Advanced Business Course, Derby, UK: Monday 22nd – Thursday 25th May.
Obtain the skills and techniques necessary for operating a Property Presentation business. These include presentation techniques, negotiation skills, marketing your services, handling financial matters and creating an action plan for generating future business.
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Appear in Ann's new TV series!
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Do you want to compete for the chance to be trained by Ann Maurice?
Could you make money out of transforming houses for a quick sale?
Would you like to win the cash to help you do it?
Channel Five (UK) is looking for people who think they've got what it takes to succeed in the business of interior design and home staging.
For more details, including how to apply, visit:
Non-UK applicants should contact the production team on pauline.doidge@silverriver.tv before applying.
Applications (including a home video prepared by you) must be received no later than Friday January 27th 2006, so don't delay.
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TV listings
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House Doctor
House Doctor: Designs for Living
House Doctor: Inside and Out
Throughout January on UKTV Style (UK)
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How to create a home office that really works
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Because a home office is where we do our planning, organising and creating, it is important that the environment be one that is conducive to clear thinking and functioning. We have all heard the saying “A cluttered desk is the sign of a cluttered mind”. I take this even further to include the entire office space. Whether you are fortunate to have a spare room to use as an office, a dual-purpose room, or just an unused corner, the same principles will apply.
- Be sure to have a desk and chair that are comfortable for your particular size. Position your desk so that you are facing the door. If you share the work space, an adjustable chair is a must.
- Maximise storage…floor to ceiling shelves, file drawers, wire baskets all help to keep clutter under control.
- Place a rubbish bin near the area where you typically open your mail to allow for immediate disposal of unnecessary papers.
- If you must use your office space for other activities as well, consider a compact work station that folds away and disappears when not in use.
- Install blinds that allow adjustable light for window coverings rather than curtains. They provide a neater more organised feel as well.
- Proper task lighting is critical for alertness and to minimise eye strain. Use a flexible free-standing halogen light to shine directly on the work surface.
- Devise a colour -coded labelling system for your files and folders for easy identification and access.
- An entire fitted office system is the best way to maximise space in any room, large or small. Their flexibility allows you to tailor the design to suit your particular needs.
- Keep electrical cords under control and grouped together by using a plastic cord caddy.
- Walls should be painted in clear colours that are stimulating without being overly so. Yellow is good for mental activity, while touches of orange stimulate creativity.
- A tape or CD player for your favourite music can be conducive to work, radios however, tend to be distracting.
Even if you are able to carry out only some of these suggestions, you will notice a significant difference in the way your office functions.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO BOOK ON LINE VISIT: www.housedoctor.co.uk or email us and we will pass your enquiry on.
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