FAQs
What is a professional organizer?
A professional organizer is someone who works with you to bring organization, simplicity, and efficiency to your living and working space. Organizers enhance the lives of their clients by designing systems and processes using organizing principles and through transferring organizing skills. They help their clients take control of their possessions, paper, and time.
How do I know if I really need the help of an organizer?
If you feel overwhelmed by your ’stuff,’ if you promise yourself that you’ll get organized soon and time keeps slipping away, or if you can’t find the time to get organized, a professional organizer might be the answer to your problem.
A professional organizer will help you make the commitment to get organized, assess the obstacles, and find the most efficient and effective way of solving the problem, all while focusing on the big picture and keeping you motivated to finish the project.
What should I expect after contacting you?
The first step will be to schedule a needs assessment. This is our opportunity to meet, assess the problem area(s) and discuss the project. At this time, we will determine your priorities, and map a plan of action with estimated costs.
What should I do to prepare for our first appointment?
You do not need to do anything to prepare for your first appointment. It is not necessary to pick-up or clean the space we will be organizing. It will be most helpful to see your space as it currently is. It is also not necessary to buy organizing products before we meet. Buying products comes toward the end of the project after we sort and categorize. The container should fit the contents rather than the contents fitting the container.
How long does an organizing job take?
Each client and project is unique. It will depend on the size of the space, the quantity of items, how quickly you can make decisions, and how long we can work together without interruptions or distractions. Some projects may take a few hours where as a whole house will take several days or months. I can provide homework and to do lists for those areas you feel you can handle on your own.
How much will it cost to get organized?
The cost of your project will depend on the length of time it takes for you to get organized, whether you would like to re-use organizing products you currently own or would like to purchase them new, and how much work you would like to do on your own in-between organizing sessions. We have project packages you can purchase as well as an hourly rate.
Do I have to throw things away?
You will never be pressured to get rid of items you are not ready to part with. My job is to guide you through the process of determining what is most important to you and creating homes for those things.
Do I have to be present during the project?
It is important to me that you participate in the development of your new organized space. Clients that are involved in the decision-making are far more likely to maintain the new systems after I leave. Every project is different and there may be steps that I can do alone as well as things you can do on your own between sessions. If desired, this option can be discussed and worked into your plan according to your needs.
Can my children be at home while we organize?
The choice is entirely up to you. One thing to take into consideration is that having young children at home during your organizing sessions may increase the length of time it takes to complete your project. It may be in your best interest to consider having your spouse or a friend watch your children during your appointments.
How can I pay for your services?
Payment is requested at the time services are rendered, unless other arrangements have been agreed upon in advance. Most large projects will require a deposit in order to begin work. Payments can be made by cash, check, or PayPal.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
At Savvy & Simple, we understand that life happens. If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please call at least 48 hours in advance. Appointments cancelled or rescheduled with less than 48 hours notice will be charged $50. This policy takes into consideration that both of our times are valuable.
Do you have a policy regarding confidentiality?
Yes. All information seen, heard or discussed, as well as, all business transactions and personal information acquired, will be held in the strictest confidence. I abide by the written Code of Ethics for members of the National Association of Professional Organizers which can be read at www.napo.net.
What geographical areas do you serve?
I serve Johnson County and the surrounding Kansas City area including the cities of Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee Mission, Prairie Village, Blue Springs, Lee’s Summit, Independence, Liberty, Parkville and other Kansas City communities. I am also available to clients in the Green Hills area of north Missouri including the communities of Trenton and Chillicothe.
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