When to bring in a professional organizer
Skilled professional organizers have a unique talent and the expertise to create solutions for cluttered spaces and other overcrowded areas in a home. Although some may view hiring a professional to help them sort through their stuff as a luxury, in many instances relying on an organizer can be money well spent. That’s because a pro is specially equipped to set up areas that function smoothly and efficiently, which increases the chances spaces will remain organized after the initial job is done. The following are some reasons why a professional organizer might be warranted.
• Difficulty finding time: Procrastination is a major component behind why people do not get ahead of clutter. It’s easy to shrug off the job in favor of other tasks. Hiring an organizer is handing the job off to someone whose job it is to find the time to tidy up.
• Feeling overwhelmed: Many people admit that the idea of tackling organizational jobs puts them in a tailspin. Individuals who feel that organization has gotten away from them to the point that the job seems impossible can benefit from hiring an organizer. In addition, those who have been diagnosed with a hoarding disorder and are ill at ease at the idea of getting rid of items likely will find a professional organizer can be a saving grace.
• Moving into a new space: New homeowners, renters or office workers moving into new spaces may want to start out on more organized footing. A professional organizer can help to lay a tidier foundation.
• Never achieved organizing goals: Many people try to get their spaces in order, but fall flat time and again. For those whose spaces have never quite been organized the way they have wanted, a professional organizer can provide the tips and tricks that work. He or she will not do the work without you, but will guide you through the process.
• One space is problematic: Some people master organizing but still have one room or area they cannot conquer. This could be a garage or another space that tends to be the catch-all for other rooms. The right pro can help tame even the most out-of-control area.
Professional organizers can assist with various tasks and provide the extra motivation needed to tame clutter.
Editor’s note: Need help finding an organizational professional in your area? Visit the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals and peruse their professional directory.
