The Speak Organized Podcast

Are cheap organizers undercutting your rates? Feeling pressure to lower your prices just to stay competitive? In this episode, I break down the mindset shift every professional organizer must make and what to focus on instead of price. You’ll learn how to position yourself for higher-caliber clients, elevate your perceived value, and stop competing in a race to the bottom. If you’re ready to attract clients who pay for transformation, not just labor, this is for you. Try Jobber free (run your business like a pro) → https://go.getjobber.com/ISpeakOrganized 👇 Resources mentioned • Start your organizing business the RIGHT way with our affordable business coaching membership → https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer • Free community for professional organizers → https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw 🔗 We go deep into positioning, pricing psychology, and client education inside the membership.

Working hard in your professional organizing business… but the money isn’t matching the effort? You’re not alone — and it’s fixable. Try Jobber free (run your business like a pro) → https://go.getjobber.com/ISpeakOrganized   👇 Resources mentioned • Start your organizing business the RIGHT way → https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer • Free community for professional organizers → https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw   In this episode, I break down the 3 biggest mistakes keeping professional organizers stuck, underpaid, and overwhelmed — and how to correct them so you can build a real business, not just another job. More money = more freedom. And freedom doesn’t come from working more hours… it comes from better systems, smarter decisions, and strong boundaries. Inside this episode: • The mindset shift that separates business owners from labor-for-hire • Why most organizers don’t need more clients — they need better systems • How emotional pricing and discounting quietly destroy profit • The fastest way to build a sustainable, scalable organizing business • Tools, training, and structure that prevent burnout and increase income If you’re starting (or rebuilding) your professional organizing business, this episode will help you charge confidently, build real systems, and grow sustainably.   ✨ Comment below: Which mistake are you fixing first?

Jobber is an all-in-one system built for service-based businesses to manage scheduling, quotes, invoicing, and payments. Try Jobber free for 14 days using my referral link: https://go.getjobber.com/ISpeakOrganized Paid partnership with Jobber. Do you really need a website to start your professional organizing business? Short answer: YES — but not the kind you think. In this episode, I’m breaking down the minimum online presence you need to look professional, build trust, and start booking paying clients fast. No tech overwhelm, no complicated funnels — just the simple setup every new organizer needs on Day One. You’ll learn: ✨ Why a simple landing page is essential ✨ How Google uses your website to verify your business ✨ What to put on your site (and what to skip) ✨ The exact online setup that helps you attract real clients ✨ How to avoid the #1 mistake new organizers make online If you want the step-by-step templates to create a client-ready website and booking flow, you can get everything inside my program — built specifically for aspiring and growing professional organizers. ➡️ Join The Organizer In Demand™ program - https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer ➡️ Get your business client-ready in one afternoon - https://ispeakorganized.com/coaching 🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos to help you launch, grow, and scale a thriving organizing business with clarity and confidence. #professionalorganizer #organizingbusiness #startanorganizingbusiness #homeservicesbusiness #organizersuccess #smallbusinessstartup #declutteringbusiness

If you’re still charging rock bottom rates for your organizing services, this episode is your wake-up call. Undercharging doesn’t just hurt your income. It attracts low-commitment clients, fuels burnout, and trains the world to see organizing like a hobby instead of a real career. In this Speak Organized Podcast episode, I’m breaking down: The 3 biggest ways undercharging sabotages your business Why your price is about transformation, not time A simple pricing baseline to find your real minimum rate What to do today if you know you’re charging too low How to raise your rates with confidence and better clients If you want to build a sustainable organizing business with freedom, flexibility, and real profit, this is where you start.   🎥 Free Live Training on My Pricing Formula: https://youtube.com/live/-ZvkPsLOgtw?feature=share  📝 Companion Blog Post: https://ispeakorganized.com/blog/pricing-for-professional-organizers  ⚡ Special Offers Just for You: 🚀 Organizer In Demand Membership – Monthly business training to scale your biz 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer   📘 1:1 Coaching – Get all your burning questions answered in a private coaching session 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/coaching   💼 Pro Organizer Forms Pack – Save time with ready-to-use contracts & forms 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack   🧰 Explore All Courses & Resources: 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses   Join our free Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw   If this episode helped you, do me a quick favor: Subscribe to the channel Tap the thumbs up Drop your biggest pricing question in the comments I’m cheering for you. Let’s raise this industry together. #professionalorganizer #organizingbusiness #pricingstrategy #speakorganizedpodcast #startanorganizingbusiness

Conference season = growth season. 🔥 If you’ve ever left an event thinking “that was a waste,” tough love: it probably wasn’t the conference…it was how you showed up. In this Speak Organized episode, I break down the mindset + tactical moves professional organizers use to squeeze every last drop of ROI from conferences—so you leave with leads, partnerships, and momentum (not just a tote bag and a headache). ⚡ Special Offers Just for You: 📘 Overbooked Course – Learn how to get fully booked with dream clients 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked  💼 Pro Organizer Forms Pack – Save time with ready-to-use contracts & forms 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack 🚀 Empowered Organizer Membership – Monthly business training to scale your biz 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer   🧰 Explore All Courses & Resources: 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  Who this is for: • Aspiring or new professional organizers ready to turn “conference vibes” into booked clients • Established organizers who want a smarter networking strategy and measurable business growth • Introverts who want a simple playbook to engage without burning out What you’ll learn (fast): • The ROI mindset: why conferences are an investment, not a vacation • A simple pre-game plan (3 burning questions + speaker/sponsor research) • Front-row advantage: how to get your questions answered and remembered • Networking for introverts: make one meaningful connection per day • Sponsor tables → revenue: how to turn vendor chats into partnerships • Expense tracking 101 so more of your trip becomes tax-deductible • Action system: turn messy notes into a clean post-event plan — ✂️ TIMESTAMPS — 00:00 Maximizing Conference ROI 06:36 Understanding Conference Costs 12:05 Practical Tips for Conference Success 20:39 The Importance of Networking 23:46 Final Thoughts and Takeaways Favorite sound bites: • “It was how you showed up.” • “Keep track of your expenses.” • “Make one connection per day.” Try this at your next event: Write 3 burning questions before you go. Sit in the front four rows. Talk to 2 sponsors (ask how you can help each other). End each day with 1 action item + 1 new contact. Log every expense—yes, even the Advil.

Ready to break free from imposter syndrome and claim your spot as an expert? In this episode of I Speak Organized, I’m joined by Christine Blosdale, an expert business coach, bestselling author, and podcast host, who’s here to share her transformative 25-year journey. From overcoming self-doubt to building a powerful personal brand, Christine has walked the path—and now she’s showing you how to walk it too. We dive into the real, raw truth behind imposter syndrome, how to use it to fuel your rise, and why authenticity is your superpower. Christine’s wisdom will help you take those crucial steps to gain confidence, stand out, and start building your expert authority—just by being YOU. If you’re tired of hiding in the shadows and ready to take your organizing business to the next level, this episode will give you the clarity and tools you need. Plus, Christine shares her top tips for creating a media kit, repurposing content like a pro, and growing your visibility without feeling overwhelmed. This episode is your sign to stop doubting yourself and start making bold moves in your business! Don’t forget to hit subscribe for weekly episodes packed with actionable tips and real-world advice. Join our community by clicking the link in the description for exclusive resources, my Empowered Organizer membership, and a free Facebook group where you can connect with other aspiring professional organizers.   Connect with Christine and take her free quiz! https://ExpertAuthorityCoach.com   ⚡ Special Offers Just for You: 📘 Overbooked Course – Learn how to get fully booked with dream clients 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked 💼 Pro Organizer Forms Pack – Save time with ready-to-use contracts & forms 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack 🚀 Empowered Organizer Membership – Monthly business training to scale your biz 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer 🧰 Explore All Courses & Resources: 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses Join the Free Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw   

What happens when a corporate space planner with a stable paycheck, benefits, and 16 years of experience says “enough” and takes a leap into the unknown? Meet Melissa Chamberlain, owner of Tidy Up with Melissa, who went from designing retail floor plans for JoAnn Fabrics to running a thriving professional organizing business in Northeastern Ohio. In this episode, Melissa gets real about what it actually takes to leave your comfort zone, start from scratch, and build a business that aligns with your passion and lifestyle — even without a clear roadmap. We’re diving into: The exact moment Melissa Googled “how to become a professional organizer” What she did before quitting her job to set herself up for success The fears she faced and how she turned them into fuel How she landed her very first high-ticket client right out of the gate (hint: she’s still a client today!) Melissa’s advice for anyone sitting in their cubicle dreaming of “someday” Whether you're just thinking about starting your organizing business or trying to go full-time, Melissa’s story is proof that you don’t need perfection — you need courage and consistency. This episode is for the aspiring professional organizer who’s ready to stop waiting for the perfect time and start building the business you were meant for. ⚡ Special Offers Just for You: 📘 Overbooked Course – Learn how to get fully booked with dream clients 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked   💼 Pro Organizer Forms Pack – Save time with ready-to-use contracts & forms 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack   🚀 Empowered Organizer Membership – Monthly business training to scale your biz 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer   🧰 Explore All Courses & Resources: 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  Connect with Melissa: https://www.tidyupwithmelissa.com/  https://www.instagram.com/tidyupwithmelissa 

Welcome to this expert-led session on SEO for professional organizers! 🎯 Join Aaron Traub as he shares actionable strategies to help you rank higher on Google, optimize your Google Business Profile, and attract more local clients to your organizing business. Learn about essential SEO practices such as keyword placement, website optimization, building backlinks, and gathering reviews. By the end, you'll be ready to leverage SEO as a powerful tool to grow your business.   ⚡ Special Offers Just for You: 📘 Overbooked Course – Learn how to get fully booked with dream clients 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked  💼 Pro Organizer Forms Pack – Save time with ready-to-use contracts & forms 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack  🚀 Empowered Organizer Membership – Monthly business training to scale your biz 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer  🧰 Explore All Courses & Resources: 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses    Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to SEO for Professional Organizers 03:00 - Why SEO is Crucial for Organizing Businesses 06:30 - How Google Decides Who to Rank 09:00 - The Importance of Ranking in Google’s Map Pack 12:00 - Top Keywords Professional Organizers Should Target 14:30 - Optimizing Your Website: Title Tags & Meta Descriptions 18:00 - Google Business Profile Optimization Tips 21:00 - The Power of Reviews for Boosting SEO 24:00 - Building Trust with Local Listings and Backlinks 27:30 - Social Media’s Role in SEO 31:00 - Common SEO Mistakes to Avoid 34:00 - How Often to Update Your Website for SEO 37:30 - Optimizing for Multiple Locations and Service Areas 41:00 - Final Thoughts on SEO and Growing Your Business For more tips and resources on SEO for organizers, check out Aaron's blog posts and helpful tools here: https://geauxseo.com/professional-organizers     In this podcast-style presentation, learn how to improve your **website SEO** and **google seo**. We cover basic website setup and **backlinks**, plus we provide helpful **seo tips** and **seo for beginners**. Tune in for all the details!

Ready to level up your client onboarding process? In this episode of the Speak Organized Podcast, I sit down with Amy from Amyzing Spaces to unpack exactly how to structure your intake form, build lasting client trust, and implement systems that actually stick.  Whether you're just starting your organizing business or looking to streamline your consultations, this episode is packed with strategies that work. 🔹 Learn the #1 intake form question that reveals client dynamics 🔹 Tips for onboarding neurodivergent or overwhelmed clients 🔹 How to set systems that last beyond the session 🔹 Why follow-ups, client homework, and high-touch service matter 🔹 Marketing strategies that actually get clients: Facebook groups, LinkedIn & more ✨ Want to turn your passion into a full-time six-figure business? Join the Empowered Organizer Membership → https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer  🎓 Browse all courses, coaching & forms → https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  👇 Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments & subscribe for weekly pro organizing biz tips! 📲 Stay Connected: Instagram → @ispeakorganized Free Facebook Group → https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw  Coaching & Membership Inquiries → https://ispeakorganized.com/coaching  Connect with Amy www.amyzingspaces.com  @amyzingspaces on FB and IG Clients, especially those who are people pleasers, often struggle to provide honest project feedback during organizing sessions. It's critical to ensure the system works for them, not just for you, so it's important to ask for feedback and make adjustments accordingly. Effective client engagement leads to long-term client success.

Feeling buried in the business side of your organizing biz? You’re not alone—and today’s guests are here to help you rescue hours worked and actually enjoy running your business again. 🙌 In this candid, behind-the-scenes episode, I sit down with Stephanie Sikora and Jen Martin, co-founders of Reset Solutions Consulting, to unpack what’s REALLY draining your time, energy, and profits as a professional organizer—and how to fix it without burning out. These two industry powerhouses built and scaled organizing companies with teams of 5 to 19 organizers, and they’ve made every mistake (so you don’t have to). From charging for ALL your time (yes, even planning and proposals), to using walkie-talkies on site (you’ll never go back), to building backend systems that actually work, this conversation is packed with wisdom, laughs, and actionable insights. 💥 What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why your systems are secretly leaking time and money The #1 mindset shift to go from side hustle to CEO The biggest time-wasters in your business (and how to fix them) Why perfectionism is costing you profit Real talk on burnout—and how to bounce back The must-have tools and tech for streamlined workflows How to close clients faster without sounding salesy What to automate, delegate, or eliminate immediately 🔥 This episode is for you if: You’re a solo pro organizer drowning in admin work, running a lean team and hustling too hard, or scaling fast but stuck in the cycle of I don’t have time to fix this! This isn’t just talk—it’s a free business audit in podcast form. 🛠️ Ready to streamline, scale, and rescue hours you didn’t even know you were losing? Tune in now, and let’s get your business running like a well-labeled pantry. 👇 ALL the tools, tips, and nerdy organizing gadgets mentioned are linked in the description. 🧠 Key Takeaways: Done is better than perfect. Let go of the control and scale your organizing business with ease. You’re probably not charging for everything. It’s time to bill for planning, proposals, and backend time. Stop writing 38-step onboarding emails. Close clients faster with proposal tools and pre-qualifying questions. Don’t DIY everything. Hire a VA. Use Zapier. Free yourself. Burnout isn’t your fault. Set non-negotiables and build systems that support your life, not drain it. Stop sending clients 32 basket links. They don’t care. You do. Let your systems do the talking. Use the right tools. ClickUp, Dubsado, Loom, Google Chat, ChatGPT, and that sexy little voice memo device (hi, Ploud 👋). Community matters. Find your people. Learn from those who’ve walked the path—and got systems to prove it.   Connect with Stephanie and Jen  📌 https://www.resetsolutionsconsulting.com/  IG @Pro_organizers_consulting    ⚡️ Special Offers Just for You: 🚀 Empowered Organizer Membership – Monthly business training to scale your biz 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer 📘 Overbooked Course – Learn how to get fully booked with dream clients 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked 💼 Pro Organizer Forms Pack – Save time with ready-to-use contracts & forms 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack 🧰 Explore All Courses & Resources: 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses     📱 Connect with Me Instagram: https://instagram.com/ispeakorganized Facebook: https://fb.com/ispeakorganized  Join the free group: https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw  Website: www.ispeakorganized.com Email List: https://ispeakorganized.com/subscribe 🎵 ADHD Focus Music: https://www.youtube.com/@ISpeakVibes 

📣 Want to turn browsers into BOOKED clients? This episode is for YOU! I sat down with Molly Winters—former professional organizer turned copywriting genius—for a deep-dive into how your words can make or break your organizing business. If you're struggling to write your website, sell your services online, or just sound like yourself in your content… this is your sign to stop winging it and start writing with strategy. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The REAL definition of copywriting (and how it’s different from content!) ✍️ ✅ Molly’s RELATE Writing Method for service-based business owners 💡 ✅ How to stop sounding stiff and start sounding like you 🎤 ✅ The #1 mistake most organizers make on their websites (you might be doing it!) 🚫 ✅ Small SEO tweaks that help clients actually FIND you on Google 🔍 ✅ Calls to Action that convert (no more ghosting!) 🛎 ✅ Real talk on using AI tools, writing your own site, and how to make it FUN again 💥   💡 Whether you’re new to business or ready to level up, this episode is packed with strategy, mindset, and clarity to help your copy connect—and convert.   ⚡️ Special Offers Just for You: Monthly Business Training: Join the Empowered Organizer Membership to grow and scale your 6-figure organizing business! https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer  Overbooked Course: Learn how to book clients using proven strategies https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked  Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save time with ready-to-use contracts and forms https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack  Tons of Courses & Resources: Explore tools to scale your business https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  📌 Molly's Website & Socials: Website: https://mollyzwinters.com  Email: molly@mollyzwinters.com Instagram: @molly.winters.writing Facebook: The Connection Copywriter LinkedIn: Molly Winters 📱 Connect with Melanie: Instagram: @ispeakorganized Facebook: https://facebook.com/ispeakorganized  Join the private Facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw  Website: www.ispeakorganized.com  Email List: https://ispeakorganized.com/subscribe  @ispeakorganized @ISpeakVibes

📸 Want to add a HIGH-PROFIT, low-labor service to your organizing business? This episode is for YOU! I sat down with Darla DeMorrow, a 20-year organizing industry veteran, to dive into one of the most lucrative and underutilized services in the professional organizing world—photo & keepsake organizing! If you’ve been looking for a way to diversify your income, reduce the physical toll of organizing, and future-proof your business, this conversation will change the game for you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why photo organizing is a hidden goldmine 💰 ✅ The step-by-step process to offering this service (even if you’re new!) 📂 ✅ How to price and sell photo organizing for BIG profits 💵 ✅ The best tools & software for tackling digital & print collections 📱 ✅ How to handle sentimental items & emotional clients ❤️ ✅ Real numbers: How much clients pay for this service (it’s more than you think!) 👀 💡 Whether you’re a pro organizer looking to expand or just starting out, this is a MUST-WATCH episode if you want to offer premium services that clients will pay top dollar for.   Special Offers Just for You: Monthly Business Training: Join the Empowered Organizer Membership to grow and scale your 6-figure organizing business! https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer  Overbooked Course: Learn how to book clients using proven strategies at melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save time with ready-to-use contracts and forms at melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack Tons of Courses & Resources: Explore tools to scale your business at ispeakorganized.com/courses   📌 Darla's Website & Socials: https://HeartWorkOrg.com 📌 Follow Corinne on Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/DarlaDeMorrow/  https://www.facebook.com/HeartWorkOrganizing/  https://www.instagram.com/darlademorrow/    Connect with Melanie: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ispeakorganized Facebook: facebook.com/ispeakorganized Join the private Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw Website: www.ispeakorganized.com Email List: ispeakorganized.com/subscribe

💸 Ready to STOP stressing about money and START making bank as a professional organizer? In this episode, I’m sitting down with Corinne Morahan, Founder & CEO of Grid & Glam to talk about the BIGGEST financial mistakes organizers make and how YOU can build a profitable, scalable business that doesn’t drain your energy or bank account! Corinne went from Wall Street finance to full-time organizing boss, and she’s sharing insider financial secrets that most organizers ignore—at their own risk. Plus, she spills the tea on why she still uses a literal old-school calculator every day (and why you probably should too!). 😆 📌 In this episode, we cover: ✅ Why most organizers are undercharging & how to fix it ASAP ✅ The “VIBE” method to design a business that actually makes money ✅ How to track your numbers WITHOUT hating your life ✅ Why diversifying your revenue is CRUCIAL (and how to do it!) ✅ Hourly vs. Package Pricing: What ACTUALLY works? ✅ The ONE question that determines if your business will succeed or fail ✅ Financial tools & systems that make your life 100x easier ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~   🔥 Special Offers Just for You 👇 Monthly Business Training: Join the Empowered Organizer Membership to grow and scale your 6-figure organizing business! https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer Overbooked Course: Learn how to book clients using proven strategies at https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked   Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save time with ready-to-use contracts and forms at https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack Tons of Courses & Resources: Explore tools to scale your business at https://ispeakorganized.com/courses ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 🚀 Resources Mentioned: 📌 Corinne’s Website & Membership: https://www.gridandglam.com/ 📌 Follow Corinne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gridandglam/  👉 https://www.instagram.com/corinnemorahan/ 📌 Check Out the Profit First Method: https://profitfirstbook.com/ 🔥 SPECIAL OFFER! 🔥 Corinne is offering 50% OFF your first month in her Vibe Membership with code MELANIE! 💖 🎟 Join here: https://www.corinnemorahan.com/offers/LWzpMwKn/checkout?coupon_code=MELANIE    💬 What’s YOUR biggest struggle with business finances? Drop a comment below! 👇👇👇 🔔 Like, Subscribe & Hit the Bell for more expert organizing biz tips! 🚀✨   Connect with Melanie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ispeakorganized   Facebook: https://facebook.com/ispeakorganized  Join the private Facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw Website: www.ispeakorganized.com Email List: https://ispeakorganized.com/subscribe   @ispeakorganized ​

In this conversation, Melanie discusses five key strategies for scaling an organizing business without losing one's mind. She emphasizes the importance of defining a big vision, streamlining services, and automating or delegating tasks to ensure sustainable growth.  The discussion is aimed at helping entrepreneurs create a clear roadmap for their business while maintaining balance in their personal lives. In this conversation, Melanie discusses essential strategies for scaling a business without losing one's mind. She emphasizes the importance of streamlining payment processes, utilizing automation and AI tools, establishing boundaries for self-care, and building a sustainable business model. Additionally, she highlights the significance of community support and investing in oneself to foster growth and success in entrepreneurship. Special Offers for You 👇  🔵 Monthly Business Trainings: Join the Empowered Organizer Membership to grow and scale your 6-figure organizing business! https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer   🔵 On-Demand Video Training: All things related to starting and growing a 6-figure organizing company! https://ispeakorganized.com/video-training   🔵 Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save time with ready-to-use contracts and forms at https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack  🔵 Tons of Courses & Resources: Explore tools to scale your business at https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  🔵 Payment processing for three months free: Take deposits upfront and keep client's payment on file  - https://project2payment.com/ispeakorganized  🔵 Elenore: The all-in-one business solution for organizers to nurture your leads and get you clients (even while you're asleep) - https://elenore.io/home-5070?am_id=melanie152   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 06:07 Strategies for Scaling Your Organizing Business 11:18 Defining Your Big Vision 16:45 Streamlining Services and Packages 23:34 Automating and Delegating Tasks 33:54 Streamlining Payment Processes for Business Growth 39:49 Harnessing Automation and AI for Efficiency 45:10 Establishing Boundaries and Prioritizing Self-Care 51:36 Building a Sustainable Business Model 57:09 The Importance of Community and Support in Business ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Takeaways 🔵 You need a very big, juicy, important why for your business. 🔵 Defining your big vision is crucial for decision-making. 🔵 Streamlining services can lead to better client satisfaction. 🔵 Automation and delegation are key to avoiding burnout. 🔵 Focusing on the 20% of tasks that yield 80% of results is essential. 🔵 Narrowing your niche can simplify your business model. 🔵 Using tools like CRMs can help manage client relationships effectively. 🔵 Payment processing should be set up before starting any job. 🔵 Your anchor mission should guide all business decisions. 🔵 It's important to continuously learn and adapt in business. Requiring clients to pay upfront can ease their burden. 🔵 Using a reliable payment processor is crucial for scaling. 🔵 Automation can handle lead generation and client communication. 🔵 Self-care and boundaries are essential for long-term success. 🔵 Investing in your business reflects its value to clients. 🔵 Content batching can save time and enhance marketing consistency. 🔵 Diversifying income streams can protect against burnout. 🔵 Setting clear expectations with clients is vital for a healthy relationship. 🔵 Utilizing AI tools can streamline project proposals and documentation. 🔵 Community support can provide motivation and accountability.

Summary In this session, Melanie discusses ten essential strategies for attracting your first organizing clients. She emphasizes the importance of narrowing down your niche, creating a compelling elevator pitch, leveraging social proof, and utilizing social media effectively. The conversation also covers the significance of networking locally and building a strong portfolio to showcase expertise. Throughout the discussion, Melanie shares personal anecdotes and practical tips to help aspiring organizers succeed in their business endeavors. In this conversation, Melanie discusses effective strategies for content creation, the importance of utilizing insights and tools for trend analysis, and the necessity of having a website for business success. She emphasizes the value of referral incentives and community engagement, as well as the benefits of networking and building relationships. Additionally, she promotes her Empowered Organizer membership program and on-demand training resources, while also engaging with the audience through a Q&A session. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Special Offers and Resources 👇  🔵 Monthly Business Trainings: Join the Empowered Organizer Membership to grow and scale your 6-figure organizing business! https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer   🔵 Overbooked Course: Learn how to book clients using proven strategies at https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked    🔵 Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save time with ready-to-use contracts and forms at https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack  🔵 Tons of Courses & Resources: Explore tools to scale your business at https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Takeaways 🔵 Narrowing down your niche helps streamline marketing efforts. 🔵 A clear elevator pitch is crucial for effective communication. 🔵 Social proof can significantly enhance credibility. 🔵 Offering free mini trainings showcases expertise and builds trust. 🔵 Building a portfolio is essential for attracting clients. 🔵 Networking locally opens doors to new opportunities. 🔵 Utilizing social media effectively can connect you with your audience. 🔵 Your niche can evolve as you learn more about your clients. 🔵 Focus on what's in it for them when networking. 🔵 Engage with your audience to understand their needs better. Use polls and quizzes to determine content preferences. 🔵 Statistics and data are engaging for audiences. 🔵 Google Alerts can help track relevant trends. 🔵 Chat GBT can assist in data analysis. 🔵 Having a website is essential for business visibility. 🔵 SEO is crucial for attracting leads. 🔵 Referral programs can reactivate past clients. 🔵 Networking in community groups is beneficial. 🔵 The Empowered Organizer membership provides valuable resources. 🔵 On-demand training options are available for flexible learning. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Session 04:30 Narrowing Down Your Niche 12:26 Creating a Magnetic Elevator Pitch 17:55 Leveraging Social Proof 22:56 Offering Free Mini Trainings 28:26 Building a Portfolio 31:48 Networking Locally 40:51 Utilizing Social Media Effectively 46:27 Leveraging Insights for Content Creation 49:21 Utilizing Tools for Trend Analysis 51:39 The Importance of a Website 55:52 Referral Incentives and Community Engagement 58:16 Networking and Building Relationships 01:02:27 Promoting the Empowered Organizer Membership 01:07:19 On-Demand Training and Resources 01:10:23 Q&A and Community Interaction

🌟 Are you ready to start or level up your professional organizing business? 🌟 In this episode of The Speak Organized Podcast, I sit down with Meghan Haven, founder and CEO of Order & Co., to uncover the secrets behind her Organizers Collective Retreat—a transformational event designed to help professional organizers build thriving businesses. Here’s what you’ll learn in this value-packed episode: 1️⃣ How Meghan transitioned from high-end event planning to organizing. 2️⃣ Why the Organizers Collective Retreat is a game-changer for organizers in 2025. 3️⃣ Proven strategies to scale your business, whether you’re a solopreneur or managing a team. 4️⃣ Tips to prevent burnout and maintain balance while growing your business. 5️⃣ The importance of building a supportive network in the organizing industry. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your business to six figures, Meghan’s actionable insights will inspire you to take the next big step. 🔥 Key Takeaways: Start Smart: Learn the foundational strategies for building a business that works for you. Build Relationships: Discover how the Organizers Collective Retreat fosters lasting connections. Actionable Tips: Walk away with real strategies you can implement today. Overcome Burnout: Find balance and stay motivated as an entrepreneur. Savannah Magic: Explore the inspiring atmosphere and intentional design of OCR 2025. Special Offers and Resources: Monthly Business Training: Join the Empowered Organizer Membership to grow and scale your 6-figure organizing business! https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer  Overbooked Course: Learn how to book clients using proven strategies at melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save time with ready-to-use contracts and forms at melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack Tons of Courses & Resources: Explore tools to scale your business at ispeakorganized.com/courses Connect with Meghan Haven: Website: https://www.orderandcompany.com/oc-2025 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organizers_collective_retreat  Connect with Melanie: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ispeakorganized Facebook: facebook.com/ispeakorganized Join the private Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw Website: www.ispeakorganized.com Email List: ispeakorganized.com/subscribe

🌟 Ready to take your professional organizing business to the next level? 🌟 In this episode of Speak Organized, I’m chatting with the incredible Ashley Mills, CEO of Ashley K Mills Creative Co. Ashley specializes in helping service-based businesses (like YOU!) crush their digital marketing game with strategic, stylish, and scalable website design. 🚀 Here’s what you’ll learn in this value-packed episode: 1️⃣ The importance of starting your business with a strong strategy. 2️⃣ How to create a website that converts clients while you sleep. 3️⃣ The power of Pinterest as a game-changing marketing tool for organizers. 4️⃣ Overcoming website challenges with practical, professional tips. 5️⃣ How to make your digital presence scalable as your business grows. Whether you're just starting or ready to level up, Ashley’s actionable insights will give you the confidence and tools to build a brand that stands out! 💻✨ ----more---- 🔥 Key Takeaways: Strategy First: Build a strong foundation to avoid backtracking later. Think Like a Marketer: Your website should resonate with your client’s emotions and needs. Pinterest = Goldmine: Harness the power of a visual search engine to boost your reach. Own Your Brand: Learn why custom designs and ownership of your site are critical. Scalability Matters: Adaptable websites = long-term success! 🔔 Hit subscribe for more empowering content on becoming a pro organizer, building your brand, and crushing it in your business journey. Let’s get organized together! ----more---- SPECIAL OFFERS 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses   1:1 Coaching Call: Get personalized guidance tailored to your business needs. https://ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer   Overbooked Course: Get booked out with amazing clients using proven strategies without spending a fortune on marketing. https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked   Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save weeks of time with ready-to-use contracts and essential forms. https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack   Tons of Other Courses & Resources: Level up your business and achieve your ultimate goals with our comprehensive tools and training. https://ispeakorganized.com/courses   The team at Project 2 Payment loves supporting small businesses 💙 Use my special link to sign up to get 3 MONTHS FREE! https://project2payment.com/ISpeakOrganized/   Take action now and transform your business! Click here to get started: https://ispeakorganized.com/courses   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Connect with Ashley Mills: 🌐 Website: https://ashleykmills.com/website-in-a-week/   📸 Instagram: @AKMCreativeCo  Connect with Melanie! 👇 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ispeakorganized       Facebook - https://www.fb.com/ispeakorganized     OR join my private Facebook group! https://www.fb.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw      Website - https://www.ispeakorganized.com   Join my email list - http://www.ispeakorganized.com/subscribe  

Ready to turn your passion for organizing into a thriving business? 🎉 Join me, Melanie Summers, as I chat with the amazing Becki McKenna of Happy to Help Organizing. Becki shares her journey from interior design and event management to becoming a sought-after professional organizer. We cover everything from the emotional side of decluttering to practical strategies for building trust with clients.   ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The surprising link between event planning and organizing success The life-changing benefits of hiring a professional organizer Why practical, simplified solutions always win over Pinterest-perfect pantries How to emotionally support clients while tackling clutter Insider advice for starting and growing your organizing business Becki’s story is as inspiring as it is relatable, proving you don’t need a huge budget to build a meaningful, profitable business.⚡ Whether you're an aspiring organizer or just curious about the transformative power of decluttering, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and a few tears. Don't miss it! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SPECIAL OFFERS 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  1:1 Coaching Call: Get personalized guidance tailored to your business needs. https://ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer   Overbooked Course: Get booked out with amazing clients using proven strategies without spending a fortune on marketing. https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save weeks of time with ready-to-use contracts and essential forms. https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack   Tons of Other Courses & Resources: Level up your business and achieve your ultimate goals with our comprehensive tools and training. https://ispeakorganized.com/courses   The team at Project 2 Payment loves supporting small businesses 💙 Use my special link to sign up to get 3 MONTHS FREE! https://project2payment.com/ISpeakOrganized/  Take action now and transform your business! Click here to get started: https://ispeakorganized.com/courses   Key Takeaways: Transform Lives Through Organizing: Learn how Becki helps clients achieve peace and clarity through personalized organizing solutions. Keep It Simple: Discover why practical systems work better than picture-perfect setups for most clients. Building Trust Is Key: Understand how small, genuine gestures build lifelong client relationships (and referrals!). Embrace the Emotional Journey: Organizing is more than decluttering; it’s about helping clients process memories and transitions with care. Start Small, Dream Big: Becki shares her no-budget startup story and how she built her business through networking and authenticity. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Connect with Becki👇 Website - www.happytohelporganizing.com   Instagram - hth_organizing Facebook - hthorganizing  Connect with Melanie! 👇 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ispeakorganized      Facebook - https://www.fb.com/ispeakorganized     OR join my private Facebook group! https://www.fb.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw      Website - https://www.ispeakorganized.com   Join my email list - http://www.ispeakorganized.com/subscribe 

Are you ready to dive deep into the complex world of hoarding disorder? In this empowering and eye-opening episode, Dr. Becky Beaton-York, a leading clinical psychologist and star of Hoarding: Buried Alive, joins me, Melanie Summers, to discuss: 👉 The differences between hoarding disorder and chronic clutter 👉 Key intake questions to identify hoarding behaviors 👉 How professional organizers can approach hoarding clients with empathy and sensitivity 👉 Why understanding the mental health component of hoarding is essential for lasting change 👉 Practical safety tips for organizers in hoarded environments 👉 How to collaborate with therapists and families to support clients effectively ✨ Key Takeaways ✨ ✔️ Learn how to spot the signs of hoarding disorder vs. chronic accumulation. ✔️ Discover actionable strategies to connect with clients while protecting yourself. ✔️ Understand why empathy, sensitivity, and training are your superpowers in transforming lives. ✔️ Find out how to assemble the ultimate organizer’s toolkit for working with hoarding clients! Dr. Becky shares her game-changing insights and resources, including her comprehensive hoarding disorder training course available at The Knowledge Tree. 💡 Ready to level up your professional organizing skills and create lasting change? This episode is for YOU. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SPECIAL OFFERS 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses 1:1 Coaching Call: Get personalized guidance tailored to your business needs. https://ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer   Overbooked Course: Get booked out with amazing clients using proven strategies without spending a fortune on marketing. https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked   Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save weeks of time with ready-to-use contracts and essential forms. https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack   Tons of Other Courses & Resources: Level up your business and achieve your ultimate goals with our comprehensive tools and training. https://ispeakorganized.com/courses The team at Project 2 Payment loves supporting small businesses 💙 Use my special link to sign up to get 3 MONTHS FREE! https://project2payment.com/ISpeakOrganized/   Take action now and transform your business! Click here to get started: https://ispeakorganized.com/courses   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Connect with Dr. Becky 👇 Website: https://www.theknowledgetree.org/   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/KnowledgeTreeCEUs/  | https://www.instagram.com/knowledgetreeceus/   Connect with Melanie! 👇 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ispeakorganized      Facebook - https://www.fb.com/ispeakorganized     OR join my private Facebook group! https://www.fb.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw      Website - https://www.ispeakorganized.com   Join my email list - http://www.ispeakorganized.com/subscribe 

How the How To Summit is Revolutionizing the Organizing Industry! 🏆 Ever wondered what it takes to turn your passion for organizing into a successful business? Join me, Brandie, and Ryan from The Home Sort as we dive deep into the How To Summit, an event changing the game for professional organizers everywhere. Discover why this is the “Super Bowl” of organizing conferences, what mindset you need to get the most out of it, and the surprising perks (hello, lifelong friendships & men are joining too!). 💪✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: The Summit’s Purpose & Growth: How Brandie and Ryan went from DIY beginners to conference creators for the organizing community! Networking Gold: How connecting with others in the industry could unlock business opportunities you didn’t even know you needed. Real Strategies from Real Experts: Sneak peek into workshops that go beyond aesthetics, touching on financial growth, digital organizing, neurodivergent organization, and so much more! Community & Connection: Why the How To Summit is more than just a conference – it’s a community that’s as supportive as it is empowering. Future Trends in Organizing: From digital space organizing to luxury relocations and neurodivergent systems, find out how to stay on the cutting edge of the industry. Join us for a no-BS look into the realities of professional organizing and what it takes to succeed in this dynamic field. Whether you’re already organizing for a living or just thinking about starting, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways to elevate your business and your mindset. 🌟 🔔 Hit subscribe for more empowering content on becoming a pro organizer, building your brand, and crushing it in your business journey. Let’s get organized together! SPECIAL OFFERS 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  1:1 Coaching Call: Get personalized guidance tailored to your business needs. https://ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer  Overbooked Course: Get booked out with amazing clients using proven strategies without spending a fortune on marketing. https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked  Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save weeks of time with ready-to-use contracts and essential forms. https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack  Tons of Other Courses & Resources: Level up your business and achieve your ultimate goals with our comprehensive tools and training. https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  The team at Project 2 Payment loves supporting small businesses 💙 Use my special link to sign up to get 3 MONTHS FREE! https://project2payment.com/ISpeakOrganized/  Take action now and transform your business! Click here to get started: https://ispeakorganized.com/courses    Key Takeaways: Learn the secrets behind the industry’s top organizing summit! Discover how the How To Summit grew into a powerful community event that’s helping organizers build their businesses with confidence and heart. Get Inspired by Real Stories & Real Talk. From Brandie and Ryan’s humble beginnings to bringing hundreds of organizers together, this is more than a conference – it’s a catalyst for growth and connection. Explore Game-Changing Workshops! Gain practical insights on everything from pricing strategies to digital organizing, financial growth, and even neurodivergent organizing. These workshops offer the tools to elevate any organizing business. Find Your People in the Industry. Networking is key to staying inspired and finding support – see how the summit fosters genuine connections that turn into lifelong friendships (and maybe even business partnerships!). Discover Upcoming Trends for Organizers. Stay ahead of the curve with topics on digital organizing, luxury relocations, and strategies for neurodivergent clients. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Connect with Brandie + Ryan 👇 Website: www.howtosummit.org | www.homesort.org Socials: @homesort | @htsummit   Connect with Melanie! 👇 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ispeakorganized     Facebook - https://www.fb.com/ispeakorganized    OR join my private Facebook group! https://www.fb.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw     Website - https://www.ispeakorganized.com  Join my email list - http://www.ispeakorganized.com/subscribe