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Marilyn Tomfohrde
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Each situation is unique, so each situation presents different challenges. We'll help with any home or office area that's unproductive and causing you frustration.

Areas We Help                

The Office

Household Paperwork & Bills

Closets

Kitchens

Garages, Attics, Basements & Other Rooms

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Who We Help                

Those with Attention Deficit Disorder

The Chronically Disorganized

Students

Children

Those with Time Management issues

With De-Cluttering Issues

Those Moving

The Office

Information is money, if you can find it when you need it!

Remember the hot contact that was referred to you last week? If they called this morning, would you be able to get their information in front of you, or would you have to keep them waiting on the phone? We show you how to organize your contacts and have access to them now.

Filing systems are the lifeblood of your office. Together we'll set up a system that works for you, or tweak the system you have. We'll show you how to save your computer documents so you can find them quickly, and set up systems to streamline other electronic information.

Paper management in the office is a big challenge. We'll set up proven systems to handle paper flow - and even reduce it - with effective computer techniques.

Outlook can be an invaluable productivity tool for any business. Use the program's power and increase your productivity and income potential!

Computer and Internet training is also available if these challenge you, as is word-processing. Sometimes all it takes is getting caught up!

 
Our Clients Say it Best!
Part of my family said I couldn't afford a professional organizer, but the way I see it, I couldn't afford to be without one!

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Household Paperwork and Bills

Do you have a system for the daily deluge of mail? Do piles that seem to appear out of nowhere frustrate you?

Do you know where your mortgage paperwork is? Can you put your hands on your life insurance policy? Can you find the appointment information for the dentist? Where is your electric bill?

Would you like to easily retrieve any piece of paperwork in five minutes? We'll help you conquer the challenges of your bills and home documents easily and painlessly!


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Closets

Would you like to be able to dress in the morning without searching for outfits and accessories? What if there were no clothes, belts, scarves or shoes on the floor of your closets, and nothing fell out when you opened the door? What if you could shut the door?

We'll help you make sense out of your wardrobe challenges by showing you how to utilize the space you have.

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Kitchens

Are your counters covered with clutter? Do you have to move things to cook? Does that bag of chocolate chips keep sliding out when you open the cupboard?

We help you conquer the chaos in your kitchen and save meal preparation time by giving you a place for each item - where it's used most often.


Garages, Attics, Basements and Other Rooms

Would you like to fit your car into your garage? Do you put items in your garage "for now"?

We'll help you turn your garage into an area with tons of storage space, as well as providing a warm dry home for your expensive automotive investment!

We'll also help you find lost treasures in your attic and basement, and make room for treasures that need to be stored. Make use of these underutilized parts of your home!

Any room can be a source of irritation and frustration. A living area that's organized will let your family share quality time in a serene environment. Music and DVD's that are easy to find, an exercise area without laundry draped across tread mill - all these are possible.

We'll work with you to determine the source of your challenges, then help you fix them!

Those with Attention Deficit Disorder

ADD and ADHD are challenges for many adults and children.

Whether you deal with this challenge personally, or live with someone who struggles in this area, you've probably been frustrated by situations that arise - getting off track, micro focus, underestimating, getting stuck, and losing track of time are all ADD patterns that contribute to disorganization.

We understand your struggles and share strategies, as well as processes to overcome the negative aspects of ADD so you can tap into, and celebrate the positive aspects!

TheChronically Disorganized

Chronic disorganization is when an individual has a history of disorganization, where self-help efforts have failed, when their quality of life is undermined due to disorganization, and when disorganization issues are expected to continue to be a daily struggle.

CD people think, learn and organize in unconventional ways. Conquering CD won't happen overnight, but it can be achieved. Change will come, and the clutter, stress, and inability to focus will become order and serenity - with a schedule that's under control!

Don't confront your enemy alone -- our staff holds the National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization (NSGCD) Level Two Chronic Disorganization Specialist Certificate, as well as numerous other certificates of study from NSGCD.

The NSGCD also provides individuals with an assessment tool to help identify particular areas of challenge. Click
here to access the NSGCD Clutter Hoarding Scale.

We help you take baby steps forward.  Slowly but surely, change will come.  The clutter, stress, inability to focus and randomness will change to order, serenity and a schedule that is under control.  

The Serenity Prayer

God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
The courage to change the things I can,
And the wisdom to know the difference.

 

Students

Do you or someone you love need help with personal planning? Does homework get turned in late -- or not turned in it all? Is keeping a desk or locker neat and organized a struggle? Is a backpack more of a black hole?

We work one-on-one with students to conquer these challenges.

 

Children

Children are a blessing! Yet they bring their own set of challenges. It begins with baby paperwork, then continues with toys, equipment and other baby stuff, and as years ago by more challenges arise. We work with you and your child to find solutions that are FUN and effective!

What better time to teach your child organization skills than now?

 

Those with Time Management Issues

Life is different that was a generation ago, with jam-packed schedules and many more distractions. At the end of the day, do you feel frustrated by what you didn't accomplish? Are you spending your time on what's truly important? If you had six months to live, what would you change in your life?

Let us help you set goals that reflect your core values, make your days what you want them to be, and live a life of no regrets!

Those with De-Cluttering Issues

Sooner or later, almost everyone deals with clutter. For some, clutter takes the form of magazines, newspapers and books that we'd like to read, but never seem to get around to. For others, it may be a garage or other area we put things in "for now", to find a home for them "soon".

Accumulating things happens unconsciously today, and things become a challenge when we don't have time to enjoy them -- or care for them, store them, and catalog them. Small problems become large problems over time, and if left unchecked can be overwhelming!

The problem is that many don't realize the cost of clutter. Not only is your prime real estate used to house the clutter, but often storage is a monthly bill! Yet, the biggest cost can be the emotional damage clutter inflicts on family members.

We work with you in a non-judgmental manner, helping you decide which items mean the most to you and which items are squeezing the physical - and emotional life out of you. Breathe easier and relax in your new surroundings after we help you de-clutter!

"Marilyn Tomfohrde has become a trusted ally, not just in reducing clutter (especially all those infernal papers!), but also in enriching my life.

"She saved me at least $1000 in this last move by helping me weed through box after box of accumulated stuff - and finding other homes for all of it.

"Now, even though I've moved away, I still think (as I'm looking at my desktop), "WWMD," what would Marilyn do!

"But not only that, Marilyn is something of a genius. She helped me process my priorities in moving and getting settled - just as important as what came with me! Can't recommend her too highly..."

Those Moving

Are you selling your house? We can help you stage your home for sale by getting it shipshape and clutter free.

When you move we'll help you decide what to keep and what to donate - before you pack - and discuss the best place for your treasures in your new home.


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