FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The hourly rate for a great pro organizer can seem daunting at first. This might cause some potential clients to think “I’ll just save myself some cash and tackle the project when I get some time”. In the meantime, the disorder grows, the overwhelm grows, and the frustration grows. I believe the mental, physical and emotional peace that results from an efficient decluttering and organizing project is priceless. A great pro organizer will include some bonus benefits in their hourly rate. For example, my hourly rate includes: -Hauling away your unwanted trash and charitable items. -The ability to lead the project from beginning to end. This is why you hired me! Not only for my help but for my planning and vision. -I quickly and efficiently sort and categorize for you and you decide what stays and what goes! -Shopping for any necessary containers and products on your behalf.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I listen to their needs. I try to pinpoint the areas within their space that are causing the biggest overwhelm so that I know which area to focus on first in order to alleviate the most stress. We communicate a start-date that works for both of our schedules. I work side-by-side with my client during the project in order to get their input in what stays, what goes to trash and what gets donated. I don’t try to dominate the situation by telling them what they should do with their belongings. I listen to what they want and I work with that.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I don’t believe pro organizing is necessarily “taught” and does not require special licensing or education. I believe some people have the natural ability to spatially visualize what makes sense and where. A great organizer is able to coach their client through this process and help them decide how to maintain their new organization system.