Organize Your Genealogy
You are not far into your research when you realize you desperately need to organize your genealogy research!
But how?
You have digital files, paper files, AND photographs. Information on your ancestors can quickly become overwhelming!
Taking time at the beginning of your genealogy adventure - I mean research! - to set up your organization system will save you time in the future. You will immediately be able to find previously researched files. That leaves more time for genealogy research!
What is the best way to organize your genealogy files? The best organization system is one you will use. I recommend starting with the post What You Need To Know To Organize Your Genealogy.
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Time Saving Apps For Genealogy Researchers
Genealogy research takes time. No one will deny that. One clue leads us to the next and the next and we just keep researching. We break through one brick wall only to be confronted by another time consuming brick wall. A “quick look up” turns into 2 hours of researching….. Dinner is late again! Yes, genealogy research does take time. But…. Are you utilizing good time saving research techniques and apps? Time Saving Apps For Genealogy Researchers Your best time timing research tool is your genealogy research plan. We have discussed in other posts the importance of being clear on your research objective to ensure research success and efficiency. Now…
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Photo Organization for Genealogy Researchers – Resources for Getting Started
Getting our family’s photographs is organized is tough. It doesn’t seem to matter if I am organizing the photographs I took on my phone this morning, or trying to decide how organize and store my ancestors’ photographs dating back over 100 years. I never know quite how to begin the sorting or which organizing system I should use. So, I’m turning to the experts! Photo Organization for Genealogy Researchers Today I am sharing with you in video format three (3) fantastic organizers and bloggers who can help shed light on our photo organization woes. Actually one writer is a professional organizer AND a genealogist! (Hi, Caroline!) Note: This video was…
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3 Powerful Time-Saving Tips for Successful Genealogy Research
This post contain affiliate links. Read my full disclosure policy here. Genealogy research is time consuming. No one will dispute that. Part of the problem is us, though. (Notice I’m including myself here, too.) We fail to make the best use of our time while researching. Let’s take a closer look at how we can save time and be more productive researchers. 3 Powerful Time-Saving Tips for Successful Genealogy Research! 1. Use a Timer! Now I know this seems very simplistic, but that’s why a using a timer works! Do you only have 20 minutes to research? Set the timer for 20 minutes. This does 2 things: You will not…
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How To Organize Genealogy Research On The Go
Researching genealogy often begins online, but you do not have to get too far into your research to realize an important aspect of genealogy research: Often records you need to to break through a brick wall or simply progress to the next generation back are not online. That means ….time for a genealogy road trip! How To Organize Genealogy Research On The Go One of the most important parts of organizing your genealogy research trip is what you do BEFORE you leave home. Your preparation is the most important factors in whether your research trip is successful or not. Sometimes travel to a needed repository is not feasible. I understand…
