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Why do I need a
Professional Organizer?
There are a number
of good reasons to work with a professional organizer, not to
mention the benefits! A professional organizer provides you with
knowledge and expertise in proven organizing methods. We see
your situation with a new perspective, the “eyes of a stranger”.
When you schedule an appointment, it helps you commit to the
project you want to tackle and assure that it will get done.
Procrastination over the project will come to an end. It is
common to feel overwhelmed. Sometimes the project is not a
one-person job. More hands and heads can accomplish the task
easier, faster, and with twice the fun!
How does a
Professional Organizer work?
All organizing
projects require decision making, whether the project consists
of setting up a new office, working through a pile of paper,
excavating a kitchen counter, or clearing clutter. Personal
Organizers help you make the necessary decisions by asking
questions, offering advice, and providing hands-on help. We work
on-site in your home or office, in a partnership setting with
you. The work is “hands-on”.
I want to get
organized, but I am embarrassed to let someone see my mess!
You are not alone!
You can count on New Life Organizing to be non-judgmental and
confidential. Many life situations throw a curve into our lives.
Once the balance is upset, a home/work environment can become
disorganized quickly. This is a fact of life, and we are here to
help you get organized and maintain that order. Please do not
worry about your “mess”. You will find us to be only
understanding and supportive, not judgmental.
If I get rid of
my things, I am afraid that I won’t be able to keep the
memories.
People who are very
visual may struggle with the fear of loosing the memories that
are attached to their things. We understand this emotional
connection and work with you in a loving manner at your own
pace. You decide what to keep and what to let go of. We offer
methods to preserve the memory without keeping the object, which
you may utilize for some items. At no time will you be forced to
get rid of treasures that are dear to your heart. We ask
questions to help you decide what is and isn’t important to you.
You are the final decision maker.
It is impossible
to stay organized. Why bother?
It is possible to
stay organized… you need a system that is built around the way
that you think and live. The system needs to be able to adapt to
the changes in your life. We are here to help you find and
implement that system.
What is NSGCD?
NSGCD, the National
Study Group on Chronic Disorganization, is a non-profit
organization that serves professional organizers and related
professionals who are also interested in the study of chronic
disorganization and methods of serving chronically disorganized
people.
What is the
definition of chronic disorganization?
On their website,
NSGCD provides the following definition of chronic
disorganization:
Chronic
disorganization is having a past history of disorganization in
which self-help efforts to change have failed, an undermining of
current quality of life due to disorganization, and the
expectation of future disorganization.
If I believe I am
chronically disorganized, what type of organizer would I choose?
If you are
chronically disorganized, it is advisable to work with an
organizer who is knowledgeable in chronic disorganization
issues.
How do you charge
for organizing?
Organizers in
Minnesota generally charge in the range of $40 - $100 per hour.
We are at the low end of that range. A Needs Assessment for an
entire home typically runs 2 ½ - 3 hours. Hands-on organizing is
done in several hour increments. All services are payable the
day of service. We accept cash or check.
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