Q:
Will you make me throw away all my papers and things?
A: I will ask you questions and make suggestions to help
you decide what is or isn't important. You will make the
final decision on whether to keep a particular item. |
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Q:
How long will it take to get organized?
A: Each project is unique. I will have a better idea on
time after our consultation/needs assessment. According
to Julie Morgenstern, "Organizing from the Inside
Out", most rooms in the home take an average of one
to two days to complete. The average one-person office
takes two to three days. |
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Q:
How much will it cost to get me organized?
A: Each project will cost a different amount. My fees
are charged at an hourly rate with different rates for
various services. Plan to pay for organizing services
at the end of each day's appointment. |
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Q:
What supplies should I buy before we meet?
A: I will recommend products that will work on
your particular project. Either you can purchase the products
yourself, or I will shop for you for a fee. |
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Q:
Do your clients work with you or do you organize them
without their being present?
A: I work three different ways: 1) my clients are present
on the entire project; 2) my clients work with me as their
time permits; 3) my clients are not present, except for
decisions only they can make. |
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Q:
What are your strengths in helping clients get organized?
A: I am a great motivator, very methodical, reliable,
patient and make organizing fun! |
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Q:
How do I choose a Professional Organizer?
A: You need to hire a Professional Organizer that you
trust. Confidentiality is a major concern of most clients,
which is agreed to in my written Agreement. |
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Q:
What services do you provide?
A: I provide the following services:
- consultation/needs
assessments;
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hands-on organizing in all areas of your home or business;
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home offices;
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paper management;
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filing systems with record retention guidelines;
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estate organizing;
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legal offices;
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unpacking/organizing after a move;
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custom storage solutions;
- time
management skills.
I also work with people with ADD and the chronically
disorganized.
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Q:
How long has your company been in business?
A: I have been in business since 1998. |
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Q:
What is your professional experience before starting your
organizing business?
A: My professional experience includes working as a paralegal,
in management for a large corporation, teaching business
education students, marketing for a small business and
part-time organizing projects. |
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Q.
Are you a member of the National Association of Professional
Organizers (NAPO)?
A: Yes, I am a member of NAPO on the national level and
also a member of our local chapter (NAPO-SD). At the national
level, I participated on the Research Committee. On the
local level I have held the positions of Golden Circle
Liaison, Program Director and Librarian and have been
on the Membership Committee. |
