Why do people hire a professional organizer?

Our lives become overwhelming and we need help getting back on track. A professional organizer gets your home, office and/or life in shape much like a fitness trainer gets your body in shape. No pain, no gain? Sometimes that’s true.

When do people call an organizer?

Many clients call me when they are in crisis: going through a divorce, facing a career change, suffering from empty-nest syndrome, or a new baby is on the way. I frequently get calls to help clear out a home or space after a death. This seems to be one of the most overwhelming tasks people face. Whatever the reason for the call I am here to help. Change can often be easier than we think. I even make it fun.

How long does it take?

The process I take with each client is designed to fit their needs. Together we toil at a pace and schedule that is set by the client. Everything depends on what they want to accomplish and how quickly they are ready to accept change. I do encourage and sometimes push but no more than I know the client is prepared to handle.

How did I get involved in professional organizing?

It found me. The short story is that after travelling extensively and then working abroad for a year I returned home to Canada. I found the material things from my childhood no longer reflected who I had become. I grew up while I was away and I needed to reinvent myself, my life and particularly my space.

Once my space was cleared of my old ‘stuff’, I began helping friends and family clear out their spaces. Before long I was getting calls from strangers asking how much I charged. Hence a business was born.

How do you know what organizer to pick?

1st choice is word of mouth. Find an organizer and give them a call. Prepare some questions to ask. You will know within 5 minutes if you will work well together. I pass clients on to another organizer when I feel they are better suited to each other. My goal is for you to succeed: with me or with someone else.