{"id":27750,"date":"2022-09-01T16:45:22","date_gmt":"2022-09-01T16:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qcdesignschool.com\/?p=27750"},"modified":"2022-09-01T16:45:22","modified_gmt":"2022-09-01T16:45:22","slug":"hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know","title":{"rendered":"Hiring a Professional Organizer: Everything You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]In this article, we will discuss the benefits of hiring a professional organizer and what you should know before making the decision to hire one.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559312833{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]If you&#8217;re like most people, your home is full of clutter. As a result, you may feel like you don&#8217;t have enough time to deal with it &#8211; or maybe you just don&#8217;t know where to start. But hiring a professional organizer can help you get your life and your home back on track![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4>In this article, we will discuss the benefits of hiring a professional organizer and what you should know before making the decision to hire one.<\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;accent-color&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;75&#8243;][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;padding-3-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f2f2f2&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; bottom_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>Pro Tip: Not sure if you&#8217;re the kind of person who&#8217;s in need of professional organizing services? See if you fall into any of <a href=\"\/2017\/10\/6-clients-who-dont-know-they-need-a-professional-organizer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">these 6 categories<\/a>!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know\/#What_Is_a_Professional_Organizer\" >What Is a Professional Organizer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know\/#What_Does_a_Professional_Organizer_Actually_Do\" >What Does a Professional Organizer Actually Do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Do_Professional_Organizers_Clean\" >Do Professional Organizers Clean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Types_Of_Professional_Organizers\" >Types Of Professional Organizers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Benefits_Of_Hiring_a_Professional_Organizer\" >Benefits Of Hiring a Professional Organizer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Hiring_a_Professional_Organizer_What_The_Process_Will_Be_Like\" >Hiring a Professional Organizer: What The Process Will Be Like<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know\/#What_You_Should_Know_When_Hiring_a_Professional_Organizer\" >What You Should Know When Hiring a Professional Organizer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know\/#So_Is_Hiring_a_Professional_Organizer_Worth_It\" >So, Is Hiring a Professional Organizer Worth It?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Want_to_Become_a_Professional_Organizer\" >Want to Become a Professional Organizer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/hiring-a-professional-organizer-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Professional_Organizer\"><\/span>What Is a Professional Organizer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559292065{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]A professional organizer is a person who &#8211; as their title suggests &#8211; helps others get organized. This can include anything from decluttering and organizing your home to helping you plan for upcoming events. Some professional organizers have a background in psychology or sociology, although this is not required.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Typically, though, the best professional organizers out there are trained in some way to understand why people tend to hoard certain items. As a result, they best understand how to help their clients let go of things they no longer need.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_a_Professional_Organizer_Actually_Do\"><\/span>What Does a Professional Organizer Actually Do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]When hiring a professional organizer, you can expect them to help you with anything from creating a storage solution for your home to planning and executing a move. Moreover, they&#8217;ll also be able to provide you with <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.doist.com\/organize-your-life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tips and tricks<\/a> on how to keep your life organized &#8211; even after they&#8217;re gone![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Professional_Organizers_Clean\"><\/span>Do Professional Organizers Clean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]This is a common question &#8211; and the answer is no, professional organizers do not typically clean homes. However, they <em>will<\/em> declutter and organize your space so that it is more functional. This can include anything from sorting through clothes to creating a system for bills and paperwork.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;padding-3-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f2f2f2&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; bottom_margin=&#8221;30&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>Learn more about a professional organizer&#8217;s typical job duties by seeing what <a href=\"\/2022\/04\/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-professional-organizer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">an average day in their life<\/a> looks like!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;27755&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_Of_Professional_Organizers\"><\/span>Types Of Professional Organizers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559360665{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Not all professional organizers are created equal! In fact, there are several different types of professional organizers, each with their own unique set of skills and experience.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Here are some of the most common types of professional organizers (although this is just the tip of the iceberg):[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Home Organizers<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]These professionals typically help with decluttering and organizing your home. This can include anything from sorting through clothes to creating a system for bills and paperwork.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Office Organizers<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]If you&#8217;re looking to get your office in order, an office organizer is the professional for you! These experts can help with everything from setting up a filing system to decluttering your desk.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Move Managers<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]If you&#8217;re planning a move, hire a move manager! These professionals will help with everything from packing up your belongings to coordinating with movers.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Hoarding Organizers<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]A hoarding organizer is a specific type of professional organizer who helps those who are struggling with <a href=\"\/2018\/07\/hoarding-when-do-people-seek-out-a-certified-professional-organizer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hoarding<\/a>. These experts can help you declutter your home and get rid of items you no longer need.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Household Managers<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]A household manager is a jack-of-all-trades when it comes to organization. These professionals can help you effectively learn to manage everything from grocery shopping to laundry and even paying bills.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Digital Organizers<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]If you&#8217;re looking to get your digital life in order, hire a digital organizer! These experts can help you declutter your inbox, organize your files, and even create a system for managing passwords.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Paper Managers<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]A paper manager is a specific type of professional organizer who helps those who struggle with managing paper. These experts can help you create a system for sorting and storing documents, as well as help you get rid of items you no longer need.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Virtual Organizing and Productivity Managers<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]A virtual organizing and productivity manager is a professional who helps you manage your time and tasks virtually. These experts can help you create a system for managing your to-do list, as well as help you stay on track with deadlines.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Professional Organizer for Children\/Students<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]A professional organizer for children or students is a specialized type of professional organizer who helps kids and teens get organized. These experts can help with everything from creating a homework station to teaching kids how to declutter their bedroom.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Professional Organizer for Those With ADHD<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]A professional organizer for those with ADHD is a specialized type of professional organizer who helps individuals with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychiatry.org\/patients-families\/adhd\/what-is-adhd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">attention-deficit\/hyperactivity disorder<\/a> get and stay organized. These experts can help with everything from creating a daily routine to teaching time management skills.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;27757&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_Of_Hiring_a_Professional_Organizer\"><\/span>Benefits Of Hiring a Professional Organizer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]There are several benefits of hiring a professional organizer. Here are just a few:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>1. You Get Your Life Back<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]If you&#8217;re struggling to keep up with the demands of your life, it can be helpful to hire a professional organizer. These experts can help you get your life back by teaching you how to effectively manage your time and tasks.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>2. Reduced Stress For You<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]If you&#8217;re constantly feeling overwhelmed, it can be helpful to hire a professional organizer. These experts can help reduce your stress levels by teaching you how to declutter and organize your life.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>3. You&#8217;ll Feel More Productive<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]If you&#8217;re struggling to be productive, it can be helpful to hire a professional organizer. As we mentioned above, these experts can help teach you to effectively manage your time and tasks. In turn, this will increase your productivity because you&#8217;ll be able to focus more on what&#8217;s important &#8211; and what fuels your passions.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hiring_a_Professional_Organizer_What_The_Process_Will_Be_Like\"><\/span>Hiring a Professional Organizer: What The Process Will Be Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Now let&#8217;s break down, from start to finish, what you can expect once you&#8217;ve hired a professional organizer.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>The Initial Consultation<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]The first step in the process will be an <a href=\"\/2015\/08\/client-consultation-questions-creating-the-concept\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">initial consultation<\/a>. This is where you&#8217;ll meet with the professional organizer and discuss your goals, needs, and expectations. During this meeting, the organizer will also assess your current situation and make recommendations on how to best move forward.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Creating a Plan<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]After the initial consultation, the organizer will create a customized plan for you. This plan will take into account your goals, needs, and expectations &#8211; as well as the assessment of your current situation. Once the plan is created, you&#8217;ll have the opportunity to review it and provide feedback.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Implementing the Plan<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]The next step is implementing the plan. This is where the organizer will help you put all of the pieces into place. This may involve things like setting up a filing system, creating a daily routine, or decluttering your home.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Ongoing Support<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]Once the plan is implemented, you&#8217;ll have ongoing support from the organizer. This means that they&#8217;ll be available to answer any questions or address any concerns you may have. Additionally, they&#8217;ll be available to help you make any necessary adjustments to the plan &#8211; as your needs change over time.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;27760&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_You_Should_Know_When_Hiring_a_Professional_Organizer\"><\/span>What You Should Know When Hiring a Professional Organizer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Now that we&#8217;ve gone over the process of hiring a professional organizer, let&#8217;s discuss some key things you should know before making the decision to hire one&#8230;[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>The Cost of Hiring a Professional Organizer<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559234257{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonpost.com\/lifestyle\/home\/what-to-know-about-hiring-a-professional-organizer\/2018\/02\/13\/8c4dc2c8-007e-11e8-8acf-ad2991367d9d_story.html#:~:text=Expect%20to%20pay%20between%20%2480,might%20cost%20more%20than%20%241%2C000.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cost of hiring a professional organizer<\/a> will vary depending on the services you need. For example, if you just need help getting your home organized, the cost will be lower than if you need help with both your home and your business. Additionally, the cost will vary depending on the experience of the organizer.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Generally speaking, you can expect to pay anywhere from $50 to $350 per hour.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Professional Organizer Pricing Packages<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559241273{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]In addition to hourly rates, some professional organizers also offer pricing packages. These packages are typically designed for specific projects. For example, decluttering a home or organizing a business might have their own pricing packages.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Pricing packages usually range from $200 to $2,000 (again, depending on the scope of the project).[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>What&#8217;s Included in The Cost?<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]When you hire a professional organizer, the cost will usually include the initial consultation, creating a customized plan, implementing the plan, and ongoing support.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Additional Services That May Be Offered (For an Additional Cost)<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559613831{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]In addition to the services listed above, some organizers also offer additional services &#8211; for an additional cost. These services might include things like:[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Packing\/unpacking services<\/li>\n \t<li>Home staging<\/li>\n \t<li>Shopping for organizing products<\/li>\n \t<li>Virtual organizing services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text]Ultimately, your budget will be the deciding factor in what services you can afford.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Your Professional Organizer&#8217;s Experience and Qualifications<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]Lastly, it&#8217;s important to make sure that your professional organizer is qualified and experienced. After all, you&#8217;re trusting them with your most personal belongings![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]When searching for a professional organizer, be sure to ask about their experience and qualifications. The best organizers will have plenty of real-world experience and will be certified by a reputable organization, such as <a href=\"\/about\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">QC Design School<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Moreover, we highly recommend doing thorough research before hiring a professional organizer. This research might include reading online reviews, checking out their social media accounts, or even asking for referrals from friends and family.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]At the end of the day, you want to be sure that you&#8217;re hiring someone who is qualified, experienced, and who you can trust.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;27763&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So_Is_Hiring_a_Professional_Organizer_Worth_It\"><\/span>So, Is Hiring a Professional Organizer Worth It?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559211259{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Now that we&#8217;ve gone over everything you need to know about hiring a professional organizer, it&#8217;s time to answer the question: is it worth it?[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559217208{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]The answer, of course, will vary from person to person. If you have the budget for it and you&#8217;re struggling to get your home or business organized, then hiring a professional organizer may be the best decision for you.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559223257{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]On the other hand, if you&#8217;re relatively organized and just need a little help getting over a hump, then hiring an organizer may not be necessary.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]In the end, only you can decide whether or not hiring a professional organizer is worth it![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Want_to_Become_a_Professional_Organizer\"><\/span>Want to <em>Become <\/em>a Professional Organizer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559200593{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]If you&#8217;re interested in becoming a professional organizer, then we have some good news for you: it&#8217;s a great career! Not only is it a rewarding job (there&#8217;s nothing better than helping someone get their life back on track), but it&#8217;s also relatively easy to get started.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559603887{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]Of course, as with any business, there are a few things you&#8217;ll need to do before you can start accepting clients. These things include:[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Getting trained and certified<\/li>\n \t<li>Creating a website<\/li>\n \t<li>Developing a marketing strategy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1662559194385{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]If you&#8217;re not sure where to start, don&#8217;t worry &#8211; we can help. QC Design School offer a self-paced, online Professional Organizer certification course that covers everything you need to know about becoming a professional organizer.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The course includes modules on starting your own business, marketing your services, working with clients, and more. 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