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Dear Donna ...
I was just
wondering how you got started in this type of
business. I am a super organized person and
have started doing some research into this
field. I am currently reading
"Organizing Plain & Simple" by
Donna Smallin, which is where I found your
website. I'd appreciate any advice that you
have for me.
"Ready to Organize" |
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Dear "Ready to
Organize,"
Thanks for your
inquiry about becoming a Professional Organizer.
I'm thrilled you're enjoying "Organizing Plain &
Simple" ... I love it too! Actually, the author quoted me
seven (7) times in this book!! So glad you
visited our website, there are over 85+ pages there to enjoy.
McMillan & Company Professional Organizing is celebrating another
anniversary (founded in 1984)! After leaving the corporate job market (after 20
years there), I pursued my lifelong dream ... to develop a
service-based business that truly "makes a
difference" for individuals and businesses,
small and large. I'm one of the very first
Professional Organizers, and it was difficult to get
started. There was NO one to train or coach me ... or Oprah, Dr. Phil or
cable TV shows to promote organizing services. Some friends thought it was a "good idea," but they
couldn't help with marketing, management or development
of these unique services!
It certainly helps to be an organized person and to have experience
working for other businesses. It's also important to learn the
skills to be a good business owner. The Professional
Organizers I know (locally, nationally &
internationally) own their own businesses, and there's
always a lot to learn. We're also
members of the National Association of Professional
Organizers (NAPO) www.napo.net.
The best advice I can give you is ... continuing education and a private
coach in this specific field. No business fails
faster than one that ignores the need for both. This, of course,
involves your time and money, but they are important
"investments" toward your future success!
I'd love to be the SUCCESS COACH for you and your business! Read
all about it ... http://www.organizer4me.com/workshopforpo.htm#Coach
... and ... http://www.organizer4me.com/workshopforpo.htm. Then, contact me when you're
ready to get started with a "bang" ... with
KNOWLEDGE and lots of self-confidence.
Happy Organizing,
Donna
Donna D. McMillan
McMillan & Company Professional Organizing
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