Some people need an organizer to guide them through every step -- and simply don't have the gumption to do the work without me right there at their elbow, keeping the ball rolling. But others would be happy to tackle the stacks and piles themselves, if they knew what steps to take or where to begin. And let's face it, hiring an organizer to go through your entire home or office is a big undertaking (after all, this is a professional service, not janitorial work!)
However, there's another option if you are willing to take on more responsibility for the result. I have created a consultation package for the thrifty and self-motivated. It lays out a "blueprint" for you to follow -- then you are in charge of completing the assigned tasks (cleaning out storage spaces, sorting papers, setting up closets and cabinets) yourself. This way, you get the benefit of my knowledge and experience at a much more affordable price. This consultation includes the following:
- you send me photos of all your spaces and storage areas -- you also complete a questionnaire and we will have an interview in which I assess your situation and your organizing concerns -- the whole process will take from 1-3 hours, depending on the size of the space and degree of disorganization
- based on this assessment, I will draw up a document that outlines the areas which need attention and the organizing issues to be addressed for each
- for each area in need of physical organization, I will offer a step-by-step plan for clearing out any clutter, maximizing the available space, and tips for maintaining that space -- I will also include a list of suggested organizing tools and where to buy them
- for time management issues, I will offer a step-by-step plan for organizing your schedule, tips for simplifying and eliminating unnecessary activities, and ideas for delegating/outsourcing responsibilities to others in your home or office -- I will also include a list of suggested organizing tools and where to buy them
- for paper management issues, I will offer a step-by-step plan for staying on top of incoming paper, a diagram for setting up a workable filing system (complete with all categories and subcategories), tips for cutting down on the paper that comes into your life, and guidelines for maintaining/purging your system annually -- I will also include a list of suggested organizing tools and where to buy them
- other organizing issues (meeting planning, financial organizing, project management, etc.) will be addressed on a case-by-case basis
- the completed document will be delivered to you within 1 week's time -- you may then begin working on your organizing concerns one by one, following each step of my plan -- and it is easy to recruit "helpers", because it's all laid out on paper -- just get your friends, family, or staff together and put them to work!
A real bargain, and a solid investment toward a more organized future. For those who desire a little extra coaching and follow-up, I am happy to check in with you once a week by phone or e-mail as you work through your plan. We will talk about your goals for the week, evaluate how successful you were at accomplishing those tasks, take a look at any stumbling blocks that got in your way, and find ways for you to move past these during your next round of organizing. These sessions can be scheduled on an as-needed basis. And if you find that you're having a hard time doing the work on your own, I am happy to bump it up a notch and provide the traditional hands-on services you find in a typical Professional Organizing session.
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