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Who
and what is a Professional Organizer?
-- Consultants,
coaches, trainers, speakers and writers devoted
to organizing lives
-- Experienced, trained experts who will develop
customized systems for your
needs
-- References, testimonials and publicity are
available upon request
Which
areas of my life will benefit from a Professional
Organizer's assistance?
-- All areas ...
both professional and personal ... in your office
and home
-- Management of your space, time, projects,
paperwork and resources
-- Confidentiality and reliability are guaranteed
by established professionals
Who
are typical clients of a Professional Organizer?
-- Individuals of all
ages, some struggling with major life-changing
situations
-- Small businesses, including start-ups
-- Large companies, some dealing with new growth
or down-sizing
-- Non-profit organizations, large and small
Where
and how will I receive a Professional Organizer's
help?
-- During
on-site consultations, hands-on sessions and private phone coaching
-- Referrals are offered for services outside our
expertise (software trainers, etc.)
What
are the benefits of hiring a Professional
Organizing Service?
-- Personalized
systems are designed for your own specific needs
and personality
-- Solutions for problem areas are recommended
-- Procedures are developed to increase
productivity, cost-effectiveness and control
-- Techniques are taught to help you become and
stay organized
-- Chaos, clutter, waste, overwhelm and stress
are reduced
-- Balance, peace of mind and freedom become a
part of your life every day
Do
Professional Organizers provide on-going
services?
-- Yes, most
offer "maintenance" appointments
-- Weekly, monthly, quarterly and semi-annual
"tune-ups" can be scheduled
What
organizing supplies and containers should I buy?
-- Appropriate
products from well-known distributors will be
recommended
-- Your Professional Organizer will demonstrate
how to use these products
How
should I prepare before an appointment? Should I
clean-up first?
-- No need to
"clean-up" ... your Professional
Organizer needs to see and
understand your specific problem areas and goals
-- Buy or gather up only the recommended supplies Click
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-- Be ready to make decisions ... and fulfill
commitments you made to yourself
-- Be patient ... letting go is never easy, but
it's necessary sometimes
-- Reward yourself
... and hire a housekeeping service afterward
How
long will it take to get my home or office
completely organized?
-- This depends on
many factors, such as ...
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how long did it take for this space to become disorganized?
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how quickly can you make decisions?
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how big is your project (number of rooms, types
of systems needed)?
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how much clutter is in your rooms (visible and invisible)?
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are you committed to making changes and investing in
this project?
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how much are you willing to do yourself when
we are not there?
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are you willing to work with one or more of our
Staff Organizers?
-- Plan to schedule "tune-up"
appointments -- keep positive momentum flowing
-- Remember: "Organizing is a process, it's
not a one-day project."©
How
much will it cost to hire a Professional
Organizer?
-- Rates often vary
for different services. Be specific about all
your needs
-- If you have a budget
for your project, be sure to provide that
information
-- Established professionals' rates reflect a
high level of experience, specialties,
locale, years in business and amount of training
in this specific profession
-- Rates of high-quality, experienced Organizers
range from $60-$200/hr
-- Plan to pay for organizing services at the end
of each day's appointment
-- Some, not all, accept credit cards
-- Note: organizers aren't cleaning services and
cleaning services don't organize
Are
Professional Organizers certified and insured?
-- Donna has been certified by NSGCD
- Level I Certificate of Study in Chronic Disorganization
-- The
certification program for professional organizers
is under review by NAPO
-- An established, experienced organizer can
provide numerous testimonials
-- McMillan & Company Professional Organizing
is insured
How
will a Professional Organizing Service help when
we move?
-- This varies from
company to company, so be specific about your
needs
-- When you don't have
the time, patience or resources to manage all the
details
-- By providing
experience, recommendations and solutions
specific to your needs
-- By organizing all rooms, storage areas,
paperwork and your possessions
-- By obtaining bids from movers and other
vendors
-- By following a detailed timetable and keeping
your move on track
-- By overseeing movers while items are being
packed, loaded & moved in
-- By unpacking and putting away each item in a
convenient place immediately
-- We provide "Relocation
Relief" before, during and after your move
... as much or as little help as you need
Is
a Professional Organizer willing to travel?
-- Usually, yes ... we serve clients locally,
nationally and internationally. Of course,
travel expenses apply in long distance situations
-- Some do not ... however, referrals to
colleagues in your area may be available
For more FAQ's -
Frequently Asked Questions, click
here
Have a question? Need a Professional Organizer in your
area?
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