Patricia Mikkelson

Community Business: Organizing

I feel excited about expanding my organizing business to include people who join the community and want to participate. Since 2000, twenty four years ago, I was blessed to fall into a situation where a cleaning client asked me to do a small organizing job. Because a neighbor hoarder stopped by to visit and asked me what I was doing, I said I was helping her organize. The neighbor hired me for the next 15 years until he finally was able to downsize and move out. During that time, the neighbor recommended me to many people and that led to a beautifully satisfying business which you can learn about on my blog here: http://www.becomeorganizednow.wordpress.com

I ask AI to tell me about how to run an organizing business and I can check off almost all the things they said to do, plus I found some good tips. I am always open to learning more, love working with a team, enjoy discovering and utilizing people’s strengths, and transforming the life and environment of my clients. This will be a cooperative business eventually, but in the beginning I’ll make the final decisions but always will consider the feedback of my co-workers.

Here is what AI had to say:

private home organizing business helps individuals and families declutter, organize, and optimize the use of their living spaces. These businesses provide customized solutions to address specific needs and goals, such as:

  • Decluttering and minimizing possessions
  • Creating functional and efficient storage systems
  • Designing and implementing organizational systems for specific areas (e.g., closets, garages, home offices)
  • Developing habits and strategies for maintaining organized spaces

Services Offered

  • Initial consultation to assess the client’s needs and goals
  • Customized organizing plans and strategies
  • Hands-on organizing and decluttering services
  • Education and coaching on maintaining organized spaces
  • Ongoing support and maintenance services

Types of Organizing Services

  • Room-by-room organizing (e.g., closets, kitchens, bathrooms)
  • Specialty organizing (e.g., home offices, playrooms, attics)
  • Move management (assisting with packing, unpacking, and organizing during relocation)
  • Senior move management (assisting seniors with downsizing and organizing)

Professional Organizers’ Qualities

  • Attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work with clients to understand their needs and goals
  • Creativity and flexibility in designing organizing solutions
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect clients’ personal spaces

Business Structure

  • Solo practitioners or small teams of professional organizers
  • In-home visits or virtual consultations
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate clients’ needs
  • Ongoing education and training to stay current with best practices and industry developments

Benefits

  • Improved functionality and usability of living spaces
  • Reduced stress and anxiety associated with clutter and disorganization
  • Increased productivity and efficiency
  • Enhanced sense of calm and well-being
  • Customized solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals

Growth Potential

  • Expanding services to include specialized areas, such as senior move management or estate organization
  • Building relationships with real estate agents, moving companies, and other professionals to generate referrals
  • Developing online presence and marketing strategies to attract new clients
  • Offering workshops, webinars, or online courses on organizing and decluttering techniques

Key Takeaways

  • A private home organizing business provides customized solutions to help individuals and families achieve organized and functional living spaces.
  • Professional organizers possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.
  • The business structure can range from solo practitioners to small teams, with flexible scheduling and ongoing education and training.
  • The benefits of a private home organizing business include improved functionality, reduced stress, and increased productivity, making it a valuable service for clients.

Follow up

Leave a comment