Do you have a question
about working with a professional organizer? Check out our frequently
asked questions, below. And feel free to call us to learn how we can
help you!
“How can a
professional organizer help me?”
As professional organizers, we excel at
providing information, assistance, and products to help you organize all
aspects of your personal and business life. We start with a discovery
process, then we work hand-in-hand with you to address your
organizational challenge. Together, we’ll implement a variety of
innovative processes and tools to address your needs. Remember, you’ll
be learning organizing principles, so after even one meeting with us,
you’ll acquire organizational habits that can substantially change your
life.
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“How much do you
charge for services?”
We offer a variety of packages to help you organize your
Home, Office, and
Life to meet your needs and budget. Pricing varies, depending
on the package you choose. If you’re interested in a seminar, workshop,
or other speaking engagement for your organization, please call for a
quote.
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“How do I know which
package I need?”
During our free telephone assessment, we’ll discuss your personal
circumstances and goals. We’ll determine the complexity of your
situation and how much you wish to do yourself. Together, we’ll
determine which package is best for you.
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“What
happens during the free telephone assessment?”
One of our professional organizers will hold a targeted conversation
with you to discuss your organizing needs and your goals.
 | You’ll answer pinpointed questions that help us get to the heart
of your organizational challenges and understand their causes.
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| We’ll help you determine whether you’re ready to experience the
dramatic changes that getting organized can provide. |
| Together, we’ll determine which package will best help you to
achieve your goals. |
| We’ll set up your first appointment with the From Piles to Smiles™
organizing professional who is best suited to address your needs. |
| You’ll start to feel more relaxed knowing that help is on the way! |
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“My
home or office is too messy – I’m embarrassed!”
From Piles to Smiles provides complete
confidentiality and non-judgmental assistance. We’ve worked in every
imaginable situation and will treat you with respect and dignity, no
matter how disorganized you may be. With our help, you won’t be
embarrassed anymore; you’ll want to have friends and business
associates visit!
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“I’m too busy for an appointment – how can I get started?”
With our organizing packages, you’ll discover that you can get
organized faster, more easily, and better than if you tried to get
organized on your own. For example, if you select our Jump Start
package, in just 3 hours you’ll have a clear, customized action plan to
get organized. Then, you can implement the plan at your own pace. But
you’re not alone! We’ll follow up to answer any questions and make sure
you stay on course.
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“What can I expect from you?”
| Complete confidentiality |
| Compassionate, non-judgmental assistance and support |
| A personalized organization plan designed for your unique
situation |
| Appointments scheduled to meet your needs |
| Creative and innovative solutions |
| Help finding a new home for items you no longer need |
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“What will you expect from
me?”
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Your willingness to make decisions |
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Your willingness to change habits as necessary to allow you to
achieve your organizing goals |
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Your openness to suggestions |
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Your full attention during our time together, free from
interruptions |
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Your candidness and honesty |
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| An environment that doesn’t jeopardize our health or personal safety |
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“What will happen to the things I no longer want to keep?”
We can help you find a worthy home for items
you choose not to keep. Options include donations to local charities,
consignment to resale shops, or selling items online or at a garage
sale. If you choose our Let’s Get Going! or Frequent Piler package,
we’ll even take away 3 boxes or bags of items per visit, donate them for
you, and provide you with a tax receipt.
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“What is a
typical organizing session like?”
There is no “typical” session, since services are tailored to each
client’s specific needs. However, the general approach is similar:
Step 1: We’ll analyze the root causes of your organizational
challenges.
Step 2: We’ll review the goals we established during the telephone
assessment.
Step 3:
| We’ll develop a plan to overcome the obstacles we identified in
Step 1. This will be the blueprint to implement a tailor-made
organizational system. |
| As time permits, we’ll begin implementing the system we designed.
We’ll begin by systematically guiding you through the decision process
to let go of the things that don’t enhance your life. |
| If you choose the Jump Start package, we’ll write down the
additional steps for you to follow the organizing plan on your own. If
you choose the Let’s Get Going! or Frequent Piler package, we’ll
discuss the tasks you may wish to carry out before our next
appointment. |
| Throughout the process, we’ll help you tackle your organizational
challenge and we’ll teach you organizing principles. This way,
you can easily continue using your new organizing systems to get
organized and stay organized. |
Step 4: You’ll start feeling lighter and liberated!
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Call us
with your organizing questions! |
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