HOW I STARTED MY PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZING BUSINESS | PART 1-B

[@Blessdatmess]

You are amazing!! I’m trying to niche down and find a pro organizer course to get this started! I want to build command centers for families to function for homeschool, busy moms, big families, etc

[@ispeakorganized]

Thank you!!!!! I love that idea. I have a super affordable coaching program if you want to check it out - I meet 1:1 with folks just like you to help you get started and talk through your ideas + LOTS of resources. You can learn more and book here - www.ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer. I do book out kinda far but it's a great place to start!!!! All the best to you and thanks for supporting the channel :-)

[@Blessdatmess]

@@ispeakorganized you have literally everything I’m looking for wow I’m so glad I reached out so is this $89 per session for zoom calls to help me strategize?

[@mayahdoss7050]

Oh my gosh I live in Portland and want to start my own home organizing business! I'm so glad I found your channel!!

[@ispeakorganized]

LET'S GO PNW! So happy to help and thank you for your comment

[@marlynnaylor3435]

Thank you this video. It would be great to watch a step-by-step on how you build your website. Your website looks awesome. And the course sounds awesome to work on how to build your own business

[@ispeakorganized]

This is great feedback, thank you! Glad you're here and I'll definitely work on it 🤩😍

[@saintinlower48]

I am still looking through your videos, so you may have already made one on building a website. I so very much appreciate the information you offered. I walked on my treadmill while watching my iPad with earbuds and speaking into my cell phone. My Google Docs picked it all up! Everything I wanted to jot down. This is great!

[@ispeakorganized]

Awesome, thank you!

[@olayinkaowoseni5436]

Thank you for this video! Was super helpful. And yess I'm interested in learning how you built your website from scratch

[@ispeakorganized]

So glad it was helpful. That video is in the works and should be ready in a couple weeks!!

[@olayinkaowoseni5436]

@@ispeakorganized that's awesome! Thank youu

[@giovanaarcangelo2799]

Thank you for your videos! I am just starting to plan my business and your videos are very helpful!

[@ispeakorganized]

Awesome! Welcome to the Speaker Fam! Happy to have you

[@kristenjensen7264]

Thank you so much for sharing! We have a lot in common! I also have a performance background and am looking to transition to something new! You are an inspiration!

[@ispeakorganized]

So glad to hear!!! Stay in touch and let me know how it goes 🤩

[@TheServantOfRighteousness]

Hello, good job to you. Yes, I'll watch a set up a website video from you. Thank you

[@ispeakorganized]

Wonderful! I'm glad to know it would help to make.

[@ljubovluczati]

How far do you travel for a client? What is your area size? Just from time management perspective, it’s best to avoid getting stuck in traffic.

[@ispeakorganized]

Great question. I live on the border of two states in the US (outside of Portland, OR) and so I give myself a round hour for travel over the bridge. I also schedule those interstate clients for times where there is less traffic. If I travel outside a 30 mile radius, I charge a travel+mileage fee. Lately, I've pivoted my marketing and converted about 70% of my business to virtual so I'm traveling less and working from home 🤩

[@ljubovluczati]

@@ispeakorganized thanks, I also would go for about an hour of travel tim 👍

[@angelaburgess9327]

Thank you so much for this! You are so informative and great at communicating.

[@ispeakorganized]

Happy to help!!!! Thanks for your support.

[@shivanisxc]

Hey!! I was so happy and motivated to see your videos. And would love to hear from you on how to made your website. Looking forward. (If you already made that video, I will find it eventually on your channel as I am binge watching your channel at the moment) -Fellow upcoming organiser!!

[@ispeakorganized]

Wonderful, I'm so glad! I just did a video about website basics a few weeks ago - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZKYZYCunLl2oc0 If you have any questions feel free to reach out

[@ThePatriciaPatrick]

Thank you 🙏🏾 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@ispeakorganized]

You are so welcome! Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@jignapatelartstudio]

Thank you so much!!! This is helpful. I have a question... how does the actual business work? how do you decide quotes for a job? Sometimes until I know what I am organizing (somewhere in the middle of going through the things) I don't know how many of certain supplies I will need...Or do you just say "a certain amount per type of room plus supplies?"

[@ispeakorganized]

These are EXCELLENT questions. So, I typically book packages or a subscription service with my clients. I've learned through experience how ling it takes me to do certain areas, but it also depends on client participation. You can stipulate in your client agreement that the quote may adjust to accommodate the project as you progress. I have some specific strategies for this too. However, it's a lengthier discussion. If you want to talk strategy and get a recorded session for some ideas/take some notes with me go ahead and book an hour strategy session here - ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer I book out a bit far in advance but we can sit down and hash out several scenarios that will make you feel confident quoting a client and I'll share everything that has worked (and NOT worked for me). Thanks for commenting and being a part of the channel! You ROCK

[@justmskeena01]

Thank you sharing your journey! This is so helpful and motivating.

[@ispeakorganized]

My pleasure! I'm happy it was helpful

[@ispeakorganized]

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[@jignapatelartstudio]

I'm interested in the course you mentioned at the end 😊

[@ispeakorganized]

Fantastic! It's in the works. In the mean time - You can get on my schedule for a 1:1 Zoom call here - ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer I book out about 3 weeks in advance, but it's a great way to get specific questions answered. Click the link for all the info. Have an AWESOME day.

[@giarotundo8608]

I'm interested in seeing how you created your website!

[@ispeakorganized]

Awesome! It's in the works.

[@jenniferhill1750]

Hi there. Love your videos. Would love to see how you did your website.

[@ispeakorganized]

Thank you! I've got a video here that will help you get started. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZKYZYCunLl2oc0

[@andyv1131]

I’ve been contemplating the idea of getting into this business for years, so happy I found your Chanel. Do you think it’s necessary to be affiliated with NAPO ? Are you?

[@ispeakorganized]

Hi Andy! I talk a bit more about this in another video you might find helpful. It's definitely NOT necessary but there are some pros and cons to consider. :-) kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3jCc4CgrtqgrsU

[@rebecadelgado19]

Did you start out working full time hours? I’d love to start but am nervous about my super limited availability (2-3 days a week) since I have a baby and a toddler.

[@ispeakorganized]

I started my business while pregnant with #1 and had #2 20 months after #1 was born, haha. Totally understand where you're coming from. The beauty of running your own business is that you can work as much or as little as you want and work around your schedule :-)

[@sparshadubey5658]

What we need take along with us ( like organizers or something like that ) on our first project? If client is moving to new house?

[@ispeakorganized]

Hello! It definitely depends on the situation and where they are moving. Are they downsizing or upsizing? You won't know what product the client needs until they know what they're keeping and what type of storage space they have. Generally, you should focus decluttering during the first project so you don't get stuck organizing things they end up not needing. I have a video all about what supplies I keep in my work bag for everything else. Check it out here! 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGOploF7gqaBf7s

[@sparshadubey5658]

@@ispeakorganized thank you so much 😊

[@getorganizedwithmarika3623]

Where is the link to that Facebook think tank group you joined? I can’t seem to find it

[@ispeakorganized]

Hello! It's in the description of this video under the "links" section. Make sure if you're on mobile to hit the little down arrow in the top right corner to expand the text and scroll down. You will see it there 🙂🙂🙂

[@lifeofsam5839]

great video

[@ispeakorganized]

Thank you!!!

[@TheServantOfRighteousness]

Hahahaha...go hard on tha blogging.

[@ispeakorganized]

It's definitely a thing. Hahaha

[@normayoung3993]

Do you think a 70 year start an organizing business?

[@ispeakorganized]

There are lots of folks that come to the organizing industry as their second or third career! Just be mindful of the physical workload, if that is a limitation for you and offer services that you feel you can handle :-) There's lots of different service options as a professional organizer.

[@tabithadumas1844]

Did you take a business class??

[@ispeakorganized]

Hi Tabitha! In a traditional sense, no. However, I did seek out some paid training and paid consultations from other organizers and business coaches. This is now something I offer as well! www.ispeakorganized.com/virtual-organizing

[@tabithadumas1844]

@@ispeakorganized you do all 3 of them or 1 of them?

[@ispeakorganized]

I offer one-on-one business consultations. One hour zoom call to address- Forms you'll need for clients How to run a session How to determine your price Different types of business entities Resources for further education and certification Suggestions for your website, social media, and branding Brainstorming your business name Any other questions you may have There's more info here- www.ispeakorganized.com/virtual-organizing

[@tabithadumas1844]

@@ispeakorganized I will be in touch , I will look on my scadule after work and set up a date with you. Thank you very much😊😊😊

[@tabithadumas1844]

Need help in where to start with my ideas. Your vedio did help me realise this is something I want to do and enjoy. Also will work hard for it.

[@AuntySuuuue]

I tried thumbtack in the past and found it to be frankly a little creepy.

[@ispeakorganized]

Oh, interesting! I'd be curious to hear your experience since I've had mostly positive lead generation from it.

[@AuntySuuuue]

@@ispeakorganized I used it for my previous business as a massage therapist and got plenty of creepy replies. 😂 maybe it will be different as an organizer.