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Excerpted from Survey Shows Increasing Worldwide Reliance on To-Do Lists
January 14, 2008

The Windows Mobile group at Microsoft Corp. has teamed up with Ellen Damaschino, certified professional organizer and creator of Neat, to assess the global importance of to-do lists and to show how people can start checking off more items on their to-do lists using its mobile phone software.

“It’s no secret that people all over the world are extremely busy and often stressed out from juggling multiple aspects of their lives,” Damaschino said. “They’re looking for tools that can help them regain control and just get through their day. I’ve teamed up with Windows Mobile to show how that’s possible.”

Damaschino will be on the road the week of Jan. 14 to visit various cities and educate people on how they can be more organized this year. She’s also introducing the Get Organized sweepstakes (U.S. only) to motivate people to better manage their to-do lists and follow through with their New Year’s resolutions. One grand prize winner will spend a day with Damaschino to organize a room in his or her home or place of business, and 20 other winners will receive Windows Mobile phones. Details on entering the sweepstakes including official rules can be found here.

With Windows Mobile, people can make the most of their time, checking e-mail, managing their calendar and contacts, editing documents, searching the Web, and enjoying entertainment while they’re on the go. The power of Windows Mobile turns the phone into a companion for all aspects of life, including to-do lists. More worldwide survey results, tips on how to be more productive and information on the latest Windows Mobile phones are available here.

About Ellen Damaschino
Ellen Damaschino is a certified professional organizer based in Portland, Ore., and creator of Neat (http://www.neatorganizer.com). She works to help people organize their personal space and understand the obstacles that prevent them from reaching their life goals. Combining her personal and professional experiences, Damaschino brings a fresh and unique approach to Neat. From bedrooms to buildings, she enjoys the spectrum of space management challenges while teaching others about the many benefits of simplicity.