When I started my business three years ago August 28, 2013 (wow where did the time go!!)

 I never imagined the roller coaster journey that I would be on.  It has been such  a worthwile and never ending learning experience. I’m happy to share.  Below are the Top Ten Things I’ve Discovered on this Three Year Journey…..

1. People having an excessive amount of empty organizing products (bins, containers, bags, or anything else that is used to hold things) causing clutter These products laying around not being used can add additional clutter to an already cluttered mess.  Organize 1st then purchase organizing product.
2. People like to use the word HOARDING or HOARDER, not realizing the psychological harm it can do to an individual.  Just because someone might have a lot of clutter or might be disorganized doesn’t make them a Hoarder.  Clutter can be created by an individual having a very busy lifestyle, it  can be situational disorganization or chronic disorganized.  The definition of Hoarding/Hoarder is:  the compulsive purchasing, acquiring, searching, and saving of items that have little or no value. The behavior usually has serious effects—emotional, physical, social, financial, and even legal. A hoarder has persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions such as trash, newspapers, magazines, paper and plastic bags, and cardboard boxes. Is suspicious of other people touching possessions. Has obsessive thoughts about possessions: - Fear of running out of an item and needing it later.  - Checks the garbage to see if an item was accidentally discarded. Also he or she may have  - Loss of living space inside the home (no place to eat, sleep, or cook)
3. Online buying and wholesale stores can lead to excessive buying which can lead to an individual becoming disorganized and cluttered.  THINK LESS IS MORE
4. Busy lives, no routines, and disorganized home = stressed out children, which can equal to children having multiple meltdowns, backtalk, disrespect, and misbehaving. 
5. Many people are afraid to ask for Help or too embarrassed to ask for help.  Clutter= stressful, loneliness,depression, loss of time & money.  HELP= success, happiness,  extra time, and freeing!
6. It’s not as bad as one would think.  Many people describe their clutter worse than it really is when speaking with me on the phone.  As organizer I provide patience, compassion and experience to get the person through the process. You can tackle disorganization one pile or one small corner at a time.
7. Everything needs a home.  Before you decide to buy more things decide where these items will go.  Put systems in place to help maintain organized spaces. 
8. Time management =success in staying organized.  Take 5-10 minutes every day p keep things organized.  Take 30 minutes a week to see if there are things that can be eliminated/tossed away.  Take 1 hour a month to organize a different room in your house/office/garage. 
9. Do Not Throw Out Anyone Else Stuff Without Asking!   This is especially true for a hoarder.  You might think you’re helping but you are actually causing mistrust and resentment.
10. Meeting so many fabulous and wonderful people. Having amazing and appreciative clients and family members of clients!  I love to watch my clients grow. Listening to each client unique stories.

Thank You for All the Amazing Years!