Clutter happens.....

Clutter collects too easily. It accumulates little by little until it becomes overwhelming!!! Clutter affects your energy levels and general well being and can weigh you down both "physically and emotionally."  What is cluttering your home is also cluttering your mind!!!

Call Professional Organizer, Aubern Goodwin-

• Who are typical clients of a Professional Organizer?
• Which areas of my life will benefit from a Professional Organizer?
• Do you organize without clients being present or require them to be involved during appointments?
• Do you personally work with clients, bring assistants, or send associate organizers?
• Is a Professional Organizer willing to travel?
• Where and how will I receive a Professional Organizer's help?
• What are the benefits of hiring a Professional Organizing Service?
• What are your fees?
• Do Professional Organizers provide on-going services?
• What organizing supplies and containers should I buy?
• How should I prepare before an appointment? 
• How long will it take to get my home or office completely organized?
• Do I need to be a neat freak to be organized?
• I am embarrassed to have you come over, my place is so messy!?
• Why am I so hesitant to hire someone to help me?
• Will you make me "super clean"?
• What is coaching?

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

Which areas of my life will benefit from a Professional Organizer? 
-- 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

Do you organize without clients being present or require them to be involved during appointments?
--The best way we can serve each client, teach techniques, and create "personalized" systems is when they participate in the process.

Do you personally work with clients, bring assistants, or send associate organizers?
--Yes, all of the above -- whatever matches the needs of our clients.

Is a Professional Organizer willing to travel?
-- Usually, yes ...  Of course, travel expenses apply in long distance situations
-- Some do not ... however, referrals to colleagues in your area may be available

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

What are your fees?
-- Our fees do vary depending on what the service is and if we can do the work from home or if we are going to be working with you on site. One thing I can assure you of is that we will never waste your time or your money. If there is a way we can save you money, we will let you know. Our fees are on the average but when it comes to choosing an organizer, you should consider more than just the fee.   

-- Established professionals' rates reflect a high level of experience, specialties, locale, years in business and amount of training in this specific profession.  
-- Plan to pay for organizing services at the end of each day's appointment
-- Note: organizers aren't cleaning services and cleaning services don't organize.  
-- Be Specific about your needs when you contact us for a price rate.

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?
-- In many instances, you already own what you need. We will assist you in learning how to use your supplies differently. When you do not, we will determine what the right product is. We will work together to determine how to get the products if you need to make a purchase. Appropriate products from well-known distributors will be recommended.

How should I prepare before an appointment? 
-- 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
-- Be ready to make decisions ... and fulfill commitments you made to yourself
-- Be patient ... letting go is never easy, but it's necessary sometimes

How long will it take to get my home or office completely organized?
-- This depends on many factors, such as ...
-- how long did it take for this space to become disorganized?
-- how quickly can you make decisions?
-- how big is your project (number of rooms, types of systems needed)?
-- how much clutter is in your rooms (visible and invisible)?
-- are you committed to making changes and investing in this project?
-- how much are you willing to do yourself when we are not there?
-- 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 just a one day job.

Do I need to be a neat freak to be organized?
While you can certainly be neat and be organized, the two terms should never be confused with each other. While you might have neat piles, or neat boxes piled one on top of the other, or objects lined up neatly in a straight line, you may still not be able to find a single thing when you need it. Being organized means you're using a structured system that allows you to find everything you need when you need it, and you get everything done when it's due--without frustration, chaos or stress.

I am embarrassed to have you come over, my place is so messy!?
This is a very important and sensitive issue for many people, even preventing some (would that be you?) from really benefiting from our services. Almost everyone who contacts us has some sort of shame or embarrassment about their situation, or they wouldn't be calling.

We understand the pain and frustration of living and working in an environment that is not supportive or reflective of whom you want to be, and that is why we became Professional Organizers. Organizing can actually be fun, when you know that someone is there on your team. The relief of having a place for everything that makes sense to you is worth the effort put into the project, large or small.

First off, we have been in a lot of people's homes and offices, and have seen a lot of clutter. Chances are, we have seen a lot worse than what you have in your situation. When we come to see you, we don't look with a critical or judgmental eye, but rather with an eye for how to tackle the challenge. We enjoy helping people feel relief when a room, closet, or an entire house begins to emerge from the mess.

Why am I so hesitant to hire someone to help me?
In the United States we have a very strong do-it-yourself mentality. Our experience in talking with people who have decided to do it themselves is: a ) It doesn't get done at all, or b) It takes an excruciatingly long time for movement to take place, or c) there are some significant bad feelings and resentments that develop in the house as loved ones try to work together. Often our relatives and best friends are too close to the situation, too vested in the results to be non-judgmental assistants.

We can tell you that working with a professional is much more fun, quicker, and you get more results. And don't worry, we give you a list of to-do items at each meeting, so you'll have as much or as little opportunity as you like to do-it-yourself after each session!

Will you make me "super clean"?
While you can be both organized and clean, you should not confuse the two. Cleaning means that you're removing dirt, grime and otherwise prepare a surface to be sanitary. But, you can have the cleanest home or office on the block, and still be disorganized.

What is coaching?
Athletes and performers are not the only ones who benefit from the expertise of a Coach. For your office or home, an "Organizing Coach" will empower you and help you focus on your goals step-by-step.

Newsweek: Need a Life? Get a Coach, February 5, 1996 describes coaching best. "Part consultant, part motivational speaker, part therapist and part rent-a-friend, coaches work with managers, entrepreneurs and just plain folks, helping them define and achieve their goals -- career, personal or, most often, both."

Coaching is a one-on-one, ongoing, confidential relationship between the coach and the client. Clients come to coaches wanting change and balance among the many activities and roles of their lives. These individuals are eager to move to a higher level of functioning and are seeking a coach to assist them in focusing, developing strategies, and learning new skills to achieve that goal. Just as a swimming coach encourages, teaches, and helps the swimmer stay focused on peak performance, the professional coach encourages, focuses, and requests proactive behavior from the client to move toward achieving their vision, goals, or purpose. Coaching assists the client in developing their own talents.

Restore Peace and Order !!! Feel good about Yourself and your Surroundings!!!!  

Call Professional Organizer, Aubern Goodwn 810-694-8823 today, or e-mail us to setup a  session!!!