There is no doubt that making the decision to hire a home organizer can be a daunting task. It can unearth a wide range of emotions.

Society has told women that we are responsible for running the home. If the house is a mess, the blame falls squarely on our shoulders. It doesn’t matter if the woman is working full time (or more) in an office, a stay-at-home mom (a full-time job of its own) or trying to juggle working from home and being a stay-at-home parent. The state of the home is our responsibility…or so says years of societal pressure.

My hope is that this antiquated view is on its way out. Recently men have really been stepping up the game, as parents and partners. Today, the workload in the home seems to be much more evenly split.  

Unfortunately, it continues to feel that no matter how evenly split the workload, if things in the home aren’t perfect, the woman is to blame. The societal message still plays on loop in our brains, even as things in the home have shifted.

Let me start by saying that there is no shame in asking for help (a mantra I repeat to myself often). There is nothing wrong with you. You have not failed. We all need a hand sometimes.

You may feel like others don’t have the messy closets, overflowing toy bins, disorganized basements, and “that room” …the room where all the “stuff” goes to die.

The truth is that everyone has at least one spot that they just can’t seem to keep in order. There is no shame in it.

Life is busy, and most people are struggling to find the motivation to get the day-to-day stuff taken care of, let alone tackle the tower of things in the hall closet. If you can close the doors, you don’t have to deal with it, right? And the bigger the mess, the harder it is to get started.

Organization isn’t something that we are ever taught. Many have tried (and tried) to set up organizing systems and nothing has managed to stick. Here’s the deal…organization is not one size fits all. We all need different things from our homes, and many don’t know what organizational systems works best for their personality type, and the way they live.

When your sink isn’t working, you call a plumber. Professionals are there for a reason. You can’t be expected to know how to do everything.

*Enter Home organizer*

If you are on the fence about whether to pull the trigger, I can assure you that the services that an organizer provides are well worth the cost…and can ultimately save you money (and sanity). We often don’t realize the emotional toll that disorganization takes. It isn’t until you clear away the clutter that you realize the hold it has had on you.

If you are struggling with clutter, here are the top 6 reasons to find an organizer to help you get started:

1. An organizer is a fresh set of eyes:

When we are in our homes day in and day out, there are a lot of things that we just don’t see anymore. It is impossible to step into a room and be objective. When you are full of stress and frustration about a space, it’s hard to see it for what it could be, instead of everything it isn’t.

An organizer is a fresh set of eyes who can help you to see the big picture.

Organizers guide you through the decluttering process. Often people don’t realize the amount of “stuff” they have until it’s all pulled out. The life changing magic of organization only works if you pare down to what you use and love.

An organizer is there to talk through your goals for a space and help you to create systems that work for the way you live. They are there to find the untapped potential. Likely, there are spaces in your home that can be used in ways that you never imagined.

Sometimes we need someone to help us take a step back.

2. An organizer saves you time (two-fold):

How much time do you lose a day, looking for items that have been misplaced?

 Are you constantly shifting piles of stuff to make room on the table, and then moving them again when you are done?

How many times have you had to dig through a closet to find your favorite jeans?

You may not realize, in the moment, how quickly the minutes add up. When a space is out of control, so much time is wasted searching for, or moving items around. An organizer will not only help you organize your space more quickly, but you will save precious time when your home is set up to best serve your needs…and you aren’t constantly sending out a search party for your keys.

An organizer will help you do more, in less time, and with more energy. An extra set of hands, a fresh set of eyes, and bag full of tricks help to get the job done significantly faster than tackling a job on your own.

If you have tried in the past to set up organizational systems and they haven’t worked, you likely feel frustrated that you spent the time (and money) to set something up, only to see it fail. You see the lost time, and likely it has caused you to stall on trying something new.

When it comes to organization, efficiency, focus, and direction are the name of the game.

It is so easy to get lost in the emotion of the process. An organizer is there to challenge you to make tough decisions, and to be your biggest cheerleader.  A task that feels overwhelming quickly becomes doable (and often enjoyable) with someone to steer you through.

3. An organizer saves you money:

Clutter and disorganization often lead to purchasing multiples of items.  Either you aren’t sure where you placed them, or you forgot you own something altogether. The prospect of digging through a pile of stuff for something that may or may not be there is exhausting.

The disorder is not only hard on your stress levels but the money going out can add up.

On top of that, if you are paying for a storage unit to hold things that you no longer need or use, it’s just money out the door.

Once you have decided what items can go, there is money to be made selling what you no longer need. An organizer can offer suggestions on ways to sell your items, or even aid in setting up a garage sale.

When your possessions have a set place, you can be more intentional about what you purchase. You know what you have, and what you have room for, when considering a new purchase.

When your house is beautifully organized, even a stellar deal won’t sway you if it means messing up your system.

4. An organizer reduces stress:

There are plenty of stressors in our lives, and your home shouldn’t be one of them. There are so many sneaky ways that clutter can zap our energy, and pile on the stress.

Are you:

-Stressed about getting out the door because you can’t find your keys, wallet, shoes, phone, etc.?

-Tired of not being able to use your dining room table, or kitchen counters because they are full of things that need to be taken care of?

-Struggling to get your kiddos out the door with everything that they need for their day?

-Stressed about getting dressed in the morning because you can’t find what you need in your closet or dresser?

-Unable to completely relax in your home because of the mess?

Clutter is a constant reminder that you have a long list of things to accomplish. It overwhelms and overloads your senses and leaves you feeling overstimulated and stressed. For these reasons, clutter can cause anxiety and depression.

It often isn’t until we reduce the clutter and organize a space that we realize the degree to which the mess was affecting us. An organizer is there to take the weight off your shoulders and guide you through in a calm focused way.

5. An organizer knows what to do with the “stuff”:

You now have a beautifully organized space, but a HUGE pile of stuff to get rid of…what do you do now? An organizer is a great resource for finding the best way to get the piles out the door.

During your session, you organizer will help you sort what can be sold, donated, gifted, recycled, and tossed. They should have a list of local resources for discarding your unwanted items in the most ecologically sound way.

When the piles are gone, it’s time to enjoy the fruits of your hard work.

6. An organizer ensures job completion:

Have you ever started an organizing project, gotten distracted and never finished? We ALL have.

An organizer will guide you through the steps of sorting, purging, organizing, and removal of items to ensure you see your project through to the end. Having someone there to guide and cheer you on, as well as hold you accountable is huge!

To get organized, you must first make a mess. But an organizer is there with expertise and maintenance strategies, to not only help you complete your project, but make sure that you have the confidence and tools for the upkeep.

So, is it worth it to hire a home organizer?

Absolutely!

An organizer saves you time, money, AND reduces clutter and stress. WIN!

If you are struggling to find the drive, and aren’t sure where to start, there is NO shame in asking for help. No matter the size of your project, an organizer’s objectivity and fresh eyes will help you to unlock your home’s potential.

You may feel anxious about setting up a consultation. That’s natural. Sometimes just talking through your issues, and knowing you have backup, can be a huge boost to morale. You will be amazed at how much better (and more empowered) you feel, once you know that you are taking control of your challenges.

When you are finished, your home will be functional and beautiful, and you will have the confidence and tools to maintain your space, and to face other projects head on.

You got this! Now go make the call!