The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast

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Schedule a zoom with Melissa to talk about how I can help you in your business! www.proorganizerstudio.com/book

Connect with Melissa: [email protected]

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This week's pod...

Conquering Comparisonitis: Overcoming Social Media Traps and Boosting Your Business Productivity

It's October TO-DO list time in your business--but first, we're talking about a huge block a lot of organizers have, which is comparing yourself against other organizers!

I'm talking 'comparisonitis'—the unhealthy habit of comparing yourself to others on social media—and offers practical advice to overcome it. Strategies include muting social media triggers, focusing on personal business goals, and "using your own yardstick."

As October rolls in, I am encouraging organizers to make the most of the last three months of the year. There is a lot to focus on!

00:00 Welcome to the Pro Organizer Studio Podcast

02:04 The October To-Do List for Your Business

03:22 Understanding and Overcoming Comparisonitis

16:20 Strategies to Combat Comparisonitis

23:35 Maximizing the Last Three Months of the Year

28:07 Boss October: Shoring Up Your Life and Business

29:37 Wrapping Up and Future Opportunities

31:04 Free Workshop and BYE!

NEW FREE WORKSHOP!! Our new workshop, How Professional Organizers Can Get Clients WITHOUT using social media, is ready for you on demand at poroadmap.com !

THIS WEEK ON THE POD:

Fresh from the How To Summit in Austin, Texas, we are diving into a live recording of a marketing panel I moderated--featuring Blair Nastri of Erin Condren, and organizers Liz Wann and Cindy Huzenmen. We are talking about ALLLLLL things marketing for professional organizers--including concentrating on marketing, authenticity, and consistency in building a business.

Key takeaways include personalized marketing strategies, leveraging customer loyalty, and the value of consistent effort.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:42 Recap of the How To Summit in Austin 01:46 Introducing the Marketing Panel 03:52 Panel Discussion: Marketing Strategies for Organizers 14:33 The Importance of Authenticity in Marketing 27:06 Consistency and Focus in Business

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Thank you to our special guest Cabri Carpenter for joining us for this entire week of podcast epsiodes!

Today the discussion dives into handling panic moments within the business, setting up pricing strategies, and creating systems to sustain through unexpected situations. We also explore the power of community, the essential tools and courses, and the importance of promoting niche services in your pro organizing business!

LINKS FOR LISTENERS

Check out Pro Organizer Studio: www.proorganizerstudio.com

Connect with Melissa: [email protected]

Learn more about Cabri: www.minimizethenorganize.com

It's Day 3 of the WEEK OF CABRI and we are diving into one of THE most important subjects for organizers--working with clients with ADHD.

Adapting to clients with ADHD means talking about how we need to emphasize the wide spectrum of symptoms and the need for flexibility. We are also talking about the significance of not overcomplicating organizational systems and maintaining simplicity for clients. Lots of great things here for our favorite professional organizers!

00:55 The Importance of Working with ADHD Clients 01:34 Adapting to Clients' Needs 08:56 Simplifying the Organizing Process 13:34 Future Trends in Professional Organizing 17:27 Embracing Slow Periods in Business 20:25 Conclusion and Contact Information

How is the organizing business growing and changing--and how do YOU adapt so you don't lose out? We're talking about it today on Day 2 of the Week of Cabri on the pod!

LINKS FOR LISTENERS:

Our new free workshop: www.poroadmap.com Connect with Melissa: [email protected] Meet Cabri: www.minimizethenorganize.com

Melissa is delving into the evolving landscape of the organizing industry with guest Cabri Carpenter of Minimize Then Organize in Lubbock, Texas.

They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on business practices, the importance of adaptability and flexibility, and the necessity for organizers to embrace new technologies and strategies. The conversation also touches on the influx of new organizers, pricing challenges, and the various paths professionals can take within the industry. Melissa emphasizes the need for continuous learning and innovation to sustain and grow a successful organizing business.

01:32 Adapting to Industry Changes 04:18 The Importance of Flexibility 06:31 Challenges and Opportunities in Organizing 10:55 The Reality of Running an Organizing Business 13:54 Exploring Diverse Paths in Organizing 20:03 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

It's part 1 of our WEEK OF CABRI here on the podcast--you are going to get lots of GREAT stuff from one of my favorite (and one of the most successful!) organizers that I know!

LINKS FOR LISTENERS:

New FREE workshop: www.poroadmap.com Connect with Melissa: [email protected]

The Week of Cabri part 1: Business Growth, Team Dynamics, and Social Media Insights

We are touching on various topics crucial for the professional organizing industry, including social media strategies, business reflection, team expansion, and the importance of knowing your numbers. Both Melissa and Cabri share their unique experiences and perspectives on growing an organizing business, tackling social media, and transitioning into leadership roles.

03:54 Cabri's strengths and coaching style 07:13 The journey of Minimize Then Organize 13:10 The role of social media in organizing businesses 22:07 Building and managing a successful team

Allow me to reintroduce myself!

Get in touch with me at [email protected]

I love trying new things. So today, I'm honoring the modern day short attention span with A FIVE MINUTE PODCAST (but it's about an interesting topic!)

I am here with Cabri Carpenter, a successful organizer at Minimize Then Organize in Texas, and coach at Inspired Organizer, to discuss the importance of appearing detached to attract more clients. Trust us!!! We can explain!!

We also have a new on-demand FREE workshop titled 'How Professional Organizers Can Get Clients Without Using Social Media,' available at www.poroadmap.com.

Growing Your Professional Organizing Business I am about to launch a brand new free workshop, which means I am retiring a workshop called the "Pro Organizers Profit Plan." Jen and I created this workshop to help both new and experienced organizers streamline and grow their businesses. Key topics include overcoming common mistakes, effective marketing, personal branding, and leveraging systems and data to achieve goals. TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Changes 00:23 Retiring the Pro Organizers Profit Plan Workshop 01:41 Workshop Introduction by Jen 05:12 Melissa's Journey and Workshop Goals 05:35 Friendly Competition: Polite Pro Carrie vs. Savvy Organizer Lauren 07:39 Melissa's Personal Journey to Organizing 11:05 Common Mistakes When Starting an Organizing Business 17:18 Understanding Client Needs and Expectations 22:36 The Pro Organizers Profit Plan: See, Say, Do 23:12 Pro Organizer's Profit Plan Overview 23:49 Defining Your Success 27:02 Creating a Minimal Business Launch 29:29 The Power of Branding 35:09 Marketing, Systems, and Data 40:09 Building Confidence and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 42:38 Introducing the 'Do' System 47:28 Join the Inspired Organizer Community

The record-screech moment in this podcast is in the title: The definition of self-care is "creating a life that you don't regularly need to escape from." My guest Tami Hackbarth is back to drop some knowledge bombs for our home life and that can help your organizing clients live better as well. Today we are talking about a fabulous resource called Fair Play--and I am excited to have you have this for yourselves and for clients. It works for all types of family systems and structures and I am hopeful it will help lots of people live better. In part 2 of my discussion with Tami, we get into a range of topics from the often-overlooked reasons behind relationship breakdowns, such as the failure to share household responsibilities, to the broader implications of self-care. We talk about 'weaponized incompetence,' generational shifts in domestic roles, and how maintaining a functional, rather than perfect, home can contribute to better relationships. The conversation weaves through the impact of childhood responsibilities on adult capabilities, co-parenting challenges, and practical steps for teaching children essential life skills. The episode emphasizes the importance of creating a life that doesn't necessitate escape and the value of communal support in achieving balanced and equitable family dynamics. 00:00 The Clickbait Headline That Changed Everything 00:22 The Reality of Unheard Conversations 01:46 Generational Shifts in Household Responsibilities 05:42 Teaching Kids Independence 16:47 The Importance of Self-Compassion 26:42 Embracing Flexibility in Home Organization 27:14 The Unrealistic Expectations of Organizing Social Media 27:57 Prioritizing Function Over Perfection 30:20 Fair Play for Non-Traditional Families 31:51 Breaking Down Fair Play: Conception, Planning, Execution 33:55 The Importance of Communication in Fair Play 37:29 Building a Family Success Team 41:07 Self-Care for Solopreneurs and Organizers 47:25 The Essential Guide to Guilt-Free Self-Care 52:18 The Power of Asking for Help 53:49 Conclusion and Future Conversations LINKS FOR LISTENERS Connect with Tami: tamihackbarth.com Connect with Melissa: proorganizerstudio.com