Lessons Learned

I’m now ten months into my business as a Professional Organizer and have learned so much. Recently, I attended a conference in Austin called the “How To Summit” by Home + Sort, with 400 people from across the United States in attendance. It was a packed weekend filled with incredible speakers—businesswomen and men and entrepreneurs—focused on organizing, business growth, and supporting one another. It was all about building a network of like-minded people and was truly inspiring. I’m excited to take the ideas I gained from the conference and put them into action this year.

One key takeaway was how we all share a passion for organizing and living life fully. When you’re surrounded by clutter, chaos, or too much “stuff,” it makes life more hectic. I like having a place for every item in my house or at work. While I’m not perfect, I strive to make things accessible for quick access so we can all find what we need easily. This lets us spend more time on what really matters. I don’t want to spend 10 minutes every week searching for things—that’s 520 minutes wasted over a year. Getting organized saves time, and that’s one reason I love it.

How did organization help me today?

I often think of the phrase, “How did organization help me today?” For example, on Sunday, I brought a collapsible wagon to my son’s cross-country meet, and it was amazing. Instead of making five trips to the car, we made just one. My almost-three-year-old daughter even enjoyed sitting in it, thinking it was fun to ride along. I love organizing products that save time and reduce stress. Anything that simplifies life is worth it—within reason, of course.

Another way organization helped me Sunday was with meal planning. I looked at our family’s schedule—my kids’ practices, parent-teacher conferences, and no school on Friday—and planned meals accordingly. Whether it’s leftovers or something quick like pizza or chicken nuggets in the air fryer, planning ahead makes the week smoother. I also make a grocery list based on what we need, so I can go to the store once instead of multiple times. Shopping with a list saves time and money. It feels good to buy only what’s on your list, and I stick to it even better when I order groceries online.

The Value of Organization

Organization is worth the investment. If you know someone overwhelmed by juggling kids, work, or life, organization can help. By creating systems, people feel less stressed and frustrated. It improves both physical and mental health. I’ve seen this firsthand with my clients, many of whom are busy families or individuals downsizing. Providing accountability, support, and direction has made a real difference for them. The reviews speak for themselves.

As I reflect on this past year—what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how I’m spending my time—I’m excited to write more blog posts about organizing and life related to organizing. I hope you’ll find something helpful in what I share and use it to make your next day, week, or month a little better.

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-Kelsey