Organized Balance :: Professionally Organize your Business, Home and Life

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Professional Organizer?
According to the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO), "A Professional Organizer enhances the lives of clients by designing systems and processes using organizing principles and through transferring organizing skills. A professional organizer also educates the public on organizing solutions and the resulting benefits. Professional organizers help individuals and businesses take control of their surroundings, their time, their paper, and their systems of life." - Most organizers utilize their prior education and experience to transition into an organizing career.
Who is the Organizer?
Cathy is the founder of Organized Balance and the principal organizer for the company. She has a Bachelors degree in business with a major in accounting from Colorado State University – Pueblo. She has been in the business world for over ten years as an accountant, auditor, and tax preparer. As a result, she has extensive knowledge of business processes and systems. She also is a proud member of the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) – a group of professionals dedicated to providing organizing skills and services to enhance the lives of their clients. She has been professionally organizing for over two years, and is full of ideas, solutions, and organizing tips that can be put to work for you.
How long will it take for me to get organized?
Organizing is a process rather than an event and it varies from situation to situation. The length of a project depends on several factors which include: size of the space, the amount of clutter and/or paper in the space, as well as the client's abilities, needs, and commitment to change.
Should we put things away or buy any containers before our initial consultation?
No. All services will be provided in a professional and non-judgmental manner. Don't worry about putting things away or purchasing any organizing products. It really is best to view the space in its usual state in order to better evaluate your true needs. When we enter your space, we are compassionate and non-judgmental, so don’t worry about tidying up first! we are there with you to focus on enhancing your environment so it better fits your needs and desires for a life in control.
Will my sessions and information be confidential?
Rest assured that all of your information will be kept confidential. As a member of NAPO, we adhere to a strict code of ethics that guides our professional conduct with all of our clients. We serve our clients with integrity, competence, and objectivity, and we treat them with respect and courtesy.
Is a professional organizer going to come in and throw everything away?
No. You decide what stays and what goes. You are the decision maker; we simply guide you through the process.
Will we have to spend a lot of money buying stuff (accessories, containers, closet systems, etc.)?
No. We will work with what you already own as much as possible. If, after we have assessed your needs, we determine the need to acquire additional items we will work within your budget to find a solution. Getting organized doesn't have to be expensive.
What should we expect?
We evaluate your organizing needs, the opportunities and limitations of the space, and potential solutions during an assessment of your business, office or home. We help each client become more effective, balanced and fulfilled in their business and personal lives. We then schedule an “organizing day,” during which we’ll sort, purge, and implement an organizational system tailored to your needs. It’s important that you, or the person using the space or materials being organized, are present during the organizing day. As professional organizers we will design and teach you how to use systems and processes based on established organizing principles. These organizing solutions are tailored to meet your organizing needs now and into the future.
How much does it cost?
We will first meet for an assessment which is $60.00. At the assessment you will receive a verbal plan which includes the arrangement of the space and recommendations of what to keep and what to throw away. If you decide to pursue the organizing plan with us, the assessment fee will include a follow-up maintenance session once we have completed the organizing process. Ideally, each client is an individual who recognizes that life should be fulfilling, and who views organizing as a means for positively transforming their businesses, lives, and relationships. Ultimately, you’re paying for results and peace of mind.

Our goal is to devise an organizational system that is easy for you to maintain. However, we are available for annual, bi-annual, quarterly, or monthly maintenance.