FAQs

Q: Will you make me throw everything away?: No. Some people want to reduce the number of items they have and some people want to keep everything, yet have it organized. In our consultation, you tell me what your goal is. Schedule your complimentary organizing coaching session HERE to see if we are an ideal match for each other. If we are not, I will help direct you to another professional.

Q: How long will it take to organize a room?: Organizing is not like painting a wall, where you calculate dimensions and price. Everyone has different amounts of “stuff” in their areas, and everyone works at a different pace. The quicker you make decisions, the quicker the job gets done. Through mutual agreement, I will exceed your expectations. Schedule your complimentary organizing coaching session HERE.

Q: “I am sure my house/office is the worst you’ve ever seen – will you think I am a slob?”: No. I assure you everyone thinks their house is the worst I have ever seen, and I have no prejudice about what your space looks like. Schedule your complimentary organizing coaching session HERE.

Q: How do you know what my needs are?: I will conduct an Initial Consultation in which I will ask you detailed questions about why you want to get organized, what being organized means to you, what you don’t like about your space and what your vision is. I use this information to create a “MAP” that outlines what needs to be done in order to achieve your desired outcome. Schedule your complimentary organizing coaching session HERE.

Q: Do I need to purchase containers before we start organizing?: No. It’s imperative to go through the sorting process first before determining how many organizing bins you need, if any at all. We will decide together at the appropriate time if any are needed.

Q: Do I need to pre-organize before our Initial Consultation?: NO! Please do not organize or tidy up before we start. To know how to assist you in getting your desired outcome, I need to see its usual state and what your habits are. Schedule your complimentary organizing coaching session HERE.

Q: Will my information be kept confidential?: Yes. All information which concerns your personal, financial or other confidential information will not be revealed to anyone. We will sign an agreement stating this so you can be assured. Schedule your complimentary organizing coaching session HERE to see if we are an ideal match for each other.

Q: What are your rates?: Step 1 is a complimentary coaching session regarding your organizing challenge. Schedule that HERE. Step 2 is an in-depth Initial Consultation + MAP for $495, which includes a 2-hour assessment of your space and the creation of a detailed “MAP/notes.” After a successful Initial Consultation, move to Step 3 – Coaching session followed by hands-on organizing session with Ruth are scheduled. See more details on my Pricing page.

Q: Will you have to keep coming back to organize my areas?: My desire is to have you as a client for a limited time only! I want to teach you the skill of getting organized and staying organizing so you can maintain it on your own.

Q: Is there a guarantee for your services?: I strive to meet a 100% client satisfaction level. If you let me know within 7 days that I have failed to meet any of the proposed solutions, I will schedule a complimentary session(s) to make necessary adjustments to ensure your 100% satisfaction. Schedule your complimentary organizing coaching session HERE.

Q: Do you have testimonials?: Yes. I have many! Please read them on my Pricing page.

Q: What kinds of organizing projects do you engage in?: The list is long! I have organized clothing closets, pantries, home offices, photos, basements/attics, memorabilia, children’s rooms/toys, I have also helped clients with time management, paper management, digital files, processing of mail/email, vital documents, routines & habits, unpacking and organizing and much more. Schedule your complimentary organizing coaching session HERE.