This Organized Life: Decluttering Tips for Moms, Entrepreneurs and Professional Organizers

Hi Friends!  Joining me today is Kim Worrell, founder of KBW Coaching.  Kim is a lifelong athlete and has been a competitive rower for over 15 years.  She has spent almost 2 decades coaching middle and high school student-athletes and is a mom of “bigs” like me!Kim’s passion is mentoring teen girls, and has taken her experience as an athletic coach, and combined that with her expertise in coaching teen girls on some of life’s complex issues. We hear about adults hiring life coaches and career coaches, but what about our young adults who need some direction and guidance?Kim shares some data about teen emotional wellness and dispels the myth and stigma that you need to be in crisis to warrant some outside support.During our conversation we talk about the following:The difference between a therapist and a life coach.Signs to look for that might indicate your teen could use this type of supportHow to broach the subject with your teen without putting them on the defensiveHow working with a coach like Kim relates to the world of organizing.Why our standards and way of doing things, don’t always have to translate to what works for them. We talk about setting healthy boundaries with teens for keeping their room clean, to helping them navigate their time. Whether you are a mom to teens, or not quite there yet, this episode is filled with lots of great info!XOXO-LaurieCONNECT WITH KIMWebsite Instagram LinkedIn KIM’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSUNTANGLED | GIRLS & SEX | THE SLIGHT EDGEEXCLUSIVE LINKS FOR OUR LISTENERS:SORTIFI:  ****USE PROMO CODE SBO15 for 15% off!10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE”

Happy April everyone!Technically, Spring is here (although in the North East it doesn’t quite feel like it) and you know what that means….time for some Spring Cleaning Tips.On today’s episode I walk you through my Spring Organizing Checklist for both inside and outside the house. Some of these you may want to outsource to a professional, others you can tackle alone or with the help of your family. Do a little at a time or block a whole weekend. The purpose of this is to help give you a roadmap to follow.Download a copy HERE Spring is a great time to reset routines & reorganize rooms. I hope this episode gives you the motivation you need to get going!Happy Organizing!XoxoLaurie

Hi Friends!We’re back today with another Partner Spotlight Episode! We started this series back in January, and I hope you’re loving it as much as I am. Each month I sit down with a different professional organizer to get a “behind the scenes” look at their lives. From growing up, to learning about what they did prior to starting their professional organizing journey, we’re giving you a glimpse into their worlds and learning a few organizing tips along the way!Joining me today is Kristy Potgieter, founder of KLP Organizing. Kristy has been part of our SBO partner program for over 2 years and one of my favorite people!About a year ago, during one of our mentor calls, Kristy came to me with an idea she had for developing an online tool to help streamline and simplify the design & layout process for spaces like pantries, drawers, and cabinets.I thought it was an incredible idea,and something that could be a huge time saver for both homeowners & professional organizers. So Kristy, along with her husband, Riian, did what most of us only talk about doing…saw a gap in the marketplace and created a solution.I asked Kristy to come on the show today, to talk about her new business baby, Sortifi, the only design tool specifically for professional organizers which officially launched last month.During our conversation we talk about:Kristy’s life prior to becoming a professional organizerWhat it’s like starting a business with your husbandHow being an Enneagram 1 (the perfectionist) can be both a blessing and a challenge in the world of organizing and entrepreneurship.The goal of Sortifi, including who it’s for, and how it works  She is offering an exclusive promo for our listeners. Make sure to use code SBO15 when you sign up for your free trial to take advantage of this offer.If you are a professional organizer (or thinking about becoming one) and would like to learn more about our SBO Partner Program, click here to schedule a call so we can learn more about you!xoxo-Laurie P.S. If you prefer to watch the episode, head on over to our YouTube channel!CONNECT WITH KRISTY:KLP ORGANIZINGSORTIFI ****US E PROMO CODE SBO15 for 15% off!IG FB LINKEDIN  KRISTY’S BOOK RECOMMENDATION:EVERYTHING IS FIGUREOUTABLE

Joining me today is Krista Lockwood, founder of the blog and podcast Motherhood Simplified where she teaches decluttering for moms who don’t want to be a full-blown minimalist. As a mom of 5, she knows how overwhelming life can be. Between “stuff” and schedules, Krista has built a business helping moms find the sweet spot of simplicity by recognizing the distraction that comes from clutter.During our conversation we talked about:The adventure of a cross-country move from Alaska to Florida with only one suitcase for her and husbandRe-framing decluttering to “what to keep” vs “what to donate”How to be more intentional with connecting with our kids from toddler to teens One thing that Krista kept coming back to was delegation and empowering her kids to have ownership of household responsibilities.Quick side note: If you head on over to YouTube to watch our conversation, you will likely get a glimpse of some of her littles in the background who are too cute!xoxoLaurie

Hi Friends,Today we’re talking all about how to keep your business finances organized. Joining me today is Melissa Leon, founder of Two Sense Consulting where she helps sma ll business owners make sense of how they are using their time and spending money.  Melissa also hosts the Efficiency B podcast, and on the personal side of things, she lives in Phoenix, AZ with her husband and 3 small kiddos.Keeping your finances organized is an important part of living an organized life.We’ve done episodes talking about your personal finances (check out my episode with Rachel Cruze), but this is the first time we are d oing an episode geared for the small business owner.As an entrepreneur, I know first hand all of the hats needed to run a successful business. Finances can be both intimidating and overwhelming (not to mention boring) for many of us.As someone who works with a lot of entrepreneurs, mompreneurs, and folks with a side-hustle, I was surprised to learn how many business owners aren’t looking at their P & L (profit and loss statement).  Some are ashamed to admit that their financial organization strategy is limited to how much money is currently in their bank account.If that is you, not to worry! We are not here to shame anyone. This episode is here to help give you some simple strategies to help get your business finances under control and organized.From understanding the difference between cash flow vs profitGross income to Cost of GoodsTo how often you should be looking at your financials    We can’t all be experts in everything, so surrounding yourself with the right people who can guide you in the areas where you are unsure is a critical piece to living an organized life.Make sure to check out the links below for everything we discussed in this episode including Melissa’s free tax prep checklist.Prefer to watch?  Check out our YouTube Channel!XOXO-Laurie

Joining me today is one our SBO Partners, Sarah Sailors Founder, of Styled by the Wave . Sarah is on a mission to end the mindset of “I have nothing to wear” by teaching women how to maximize their closets and their confidence.Whether it’s decluttering your closet, personal shopping or styling fresh new looks with the pieces you already own, Sarah helps her clients create a lifestyle look that is synonymous with your personal brand.Sarah is based in Athens, GA where she lives with her husband and their little girl.

Hi Friends,Today we are talking about Decluttering and Divorce.  This is a topic that I’ve wanted to address for some time, and I have the perfect guests for y’all!  T.H Irwin & Jessica Klingbaum are best friends, podcasters and founders of the exExperts, a free online community for women going through divorce.We kick off the show by having them each share their personal experiences. What I found so interesting is how they lived very different lives, with parallel stories. Although both TH and Jessica navigated their divorces separately, together they found comfort in helping each other along the way.Out of their personal stories and professional experiences, The ExExperts was created. Their website is the go-to resource on everything you need to know about divorce–from parenting, to finance, you can find support where you need it. What I love most is their no-nonsense, honest approach to walking alongside their community because they have “been there,done that.”As someone who has never been through a divorce, I was curious to know how each one approached the decluttering process which can be overwhelming in itself, let alone separating households.During our conversation I asked them questions like:Was there more or less emotional clutter when you were separating your homes?What were the items that were easy to part with?What items did you choose to hold onto from your married life?How did you navigate the back and forth logistics of clothing, activities, and homework?I feel like we only scratched the surface, I could have spoken with them for hours!  If you’d like us to continue the conversation make sure to leave us a comment or tag us on social media!If you or someone you know is going through a divorce, do them a favor and encourage them to listen to this episode or watch on our YouTube channel.  Don’t forget to check out the links below for everything we discussed on the show.XOXO-LaurieCONNECT WITH THE EXEXPERTSWEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | TIKTOKBOOK RECOMMENDATIONS:JESS: YOU’RE A BADASS & THE ARRANGEMENTT.H.: ATOMIC HABITS

Hi Friends!Today I am joined by SBO Partner, Lynn O'Meara.  Lynn is the founder of LM Organizing in Wilmette, Illinois. I invited her on the show to talk about what prompted her to start her business (during the pandemic!), and why she has a heart for working with clients who struggle with emotional clutter.During our conversation we talked about:Her childhood experiences with family members who struggled with clutterWhy it’s hard to ask for helpHer files and piles methodHow clutter affects the entire family, not just the person who is disorganized Lynn also shares a few of her tried and true tips for people who aren’t quite ready to let things go. I love chatting with other professional organizers who bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to every client.If you are a professional organizer (or thinking about becoming one) and would like to learn more about our SBO Partner Program, click here to schedule a call so we can learn more about you!XOXO-LaurieP.S. If you prefer to watch the episode, head on over to our YouTube channel!CONNECT WITH LYNNWEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDINLYNN’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONMAKE YOUR BED

Joining me today is Caroline Fausel, founder of  the popular blog Olive You Whole and author of Prep, Cook, Freeze: A Paleo Meal Planning Cookbook.Caroline’s approach is simple, clean eating that you can batch, freeze and repeat.  Whether you are a busy executive or mom of littles & middles,  two of the biggest organizing struggles I hear from our community are:“What should I make for dinner?” and “How can I streamline the meal prep process?”During our conversation, Caroline walks us through her step-by-step process.  From meal planning, to prep, to batch cooking and how to create freezer meals that work.Added bonus: Caroline shares her favorite storage products and what items she keeps in her “toolbox” to keep her kitchen and freezer organized.I learned so many new tips and tricks from her-you’re definitely going to want to listen!XOXO-LaurieCONNECT WITH CAROLINEWEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | PINTERESTCAROLINE’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONTHE RUTHLESS ELIMINATION OF HURRY

Today we’re talking about the differences between hiring a professional organizer to help you organize, contain, and corral your belongings versus hiring a clutter coach; someone to walk alongside you unpacking (sometimes literally) why you struggle with getting rid of things.