This Organized Life

We are back with another Partner Spotlight Episode, and today I’m joined by my good friend, Kelly Beutler. Kelly is the Owner of The Joyful Sort in Columbus, OH.  Kelly is a boy mom, lover of donuts, and passionate about helping people sort through their clutter to get to the good stuff in life. During our conversation we talked about juggling motherhood and growing a business, what she loves about organizing and her 4 step process on decluttering before a move. And in true This ORGANIZED Life form we also touch on the Enneagram!Check out the links below for everything we discussed on today’s episode.CONNECT WITH KELLYhttps://www.thejoyfulsort.com/https://www.facebook.com/thejoyfulsort/https://www.instagram.com/thejoyfulsort/OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:PRODUCT RECOMMENDATION: https://idesignlivesimply.com/SBO PARTNER PROGRAM:  https://simplyborganized.com/sbo-partner-program/P.S. Next week we kick off our Summer of Enneagram Series where we’re talking about all things clutter & organizing throug

Joining me today is the creator of the community Raising Simple, and author of the book Minimalism for Families, Zoë Kim. During our conversation we talked about how she defines minimalism, the importance of writing down your “why”,  and the tactical and emotional process she went through in her own journey.I love how she compares simplifying your life to peeling back layers of an onion–As you get closer to the center it’s ok to cry.This is a great conversation that takes a holistic approach to minimalism and I can’t wait to hear what you think!Make sure to check out the links below everything we talked about on the show.Check out these links below:https://www.raisingsimple.com/https://www.instagram.com/raisingsimple/https://yourcolorguru.com/aff/10/This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5712378/advertisement

Hi Friends!Joining me today is Kait Hilton, founder of Harmonie Organizing in the DC/ MD area.  Kait is also one of our SBO Partners, and I invited her on the show today to talk about her newest venture, My Token Chart-a family communication tool that she created to help empower your kids through positive parenting.As a single mom of 2 kids, Kait knows first hand how challenging it can be to run a business, a household and the majority of parenting responsibilities too.During our conversation Kait talks about:Her journey to becoming a professional organizer from a career in social workWhy she felt the need to create My Token Chart and why it’s different from a traditional “chore chart”The positive impact on her kids critical thinking and decision making skills since incorporating the system into her householdI am so proud of all my SBO partners, for not only serving their local communities with their organizing services, but for thinking outside the box on ways to expand their businesses, whether through coac

Hi Friends,Today I’m talking with Cara Harvey about her new book, The 15 Minute Formula.  Some of you might recall my conversation with Cara on episode 222, when we spoke about why she started her podcast, A Purpose Driven Mom. and how she helps thousands of women each week through her online community.During this conversation, Cara shares her 3 step method: LEARN, PLAN, DO and how you can apply it in both personal and professional situations.We also talk about GUILT, the elephant in the room for many of us, and why it’s important to incorporate rest and fun into our hectic schedules.We talk about the power of community, why mentors are important, and how to re-frame routines from boring and mundane (insert eye roll!) to a path to freedom and joy.Make sure to check out the links below for everything we discussed in this episode.XOXO-LaurieCONNECT WITH CARA:WEBSITE: https://apurposedrivenmom.com/FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/findyourawesome/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/apurposedrivenm

Hi Friends!Joining me today is Mary Cornetta. Mary and I met several years ago when I was starting the SBO Partner Program. At that time, she was launching her company, Sort and Sweet Inc, a professional organizing service based on Long Island, NY as a one-woman-show. Since then, Mary has grown her business to include a team of talented and skilled organizers who are all passionate about helping folks declutter and get organized. .The past couple of years have brought a lot of change in Mary’s life both personally and professionally. During our conversation we talked about:Moving from New York to Savannah, GAHow she pivoted and expanded her business during the PandemicWhat it’ like being an Enneagram 7We spoke about her childhood and how clutter and organization impacted her development, relationships and future careerHer own personal clutter roadblocks and how she naviages clutter that she can’t see.  I loved this conversation and hope you do too!If you are a professional organizer (or thinking about becomi

Hi Friends!Today’s topic is one that is widely discussed as a source of tension in relationships: Clutter & Stress between Couples. It typically results when one person carries the majority of physical and mental load and is left feeling resentful, frustrated, and depleted both physically and emotionally.Joining me today to discuss this topic is one of the leading and most trusted relationship teachers, Elizabeth Earshaw.  Liz is a Gottman trained Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and one of the founders of Ours, where she works to make couple's counseling mainstream and accessible. She also owns A Better Life Therapy in Pennsylvania and New Jersey supporting a team of clinicians working with couples to strengthen their relationships.Some of you may be familiar with her Instagram @lizlistens where she works to normalize the stigma surrounding couples therapy. She is an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community and works with both married and unmarried couples.Her debut book,  I WANT THIS TO WORK, released in No

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 t

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!XoxoLaurieThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5712378/advertisement

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,

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!xoxoLaurieThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Networ

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 &

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.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5712378/advertisement

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 div

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, he

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 HURRYThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime

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.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5712378/advertisement

Hi Friends!Joining me today is one of the top cleaning, downsizing, decluttering, and hoarding experts in the country, Matt Paxton. Some of you may know him as the host of the Emmy-nominated PBS show Legacy List with Matt Paxton, or from the 12 years he spent helping people on A&E’s Hoarders. I invited Matt to come on TOL to talk about his new book, Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff  which comes out next week.We talk candidly about his life, career, and moving from Virginia to Atlanta where he currently lives  with his wife and their SEVEN kids.During our conversation we talked about:How to develop a Legacy List and why it’s importantThe value of telling (and listening) to personal stories while declutteringHow Peter Walsh turning down a job ended him on  Hoarders      This is an honest conversation, filled with hope, grace and a wealth of compassion.  I talk to a lot of professionals in this industry, and each time, I learn something new.I encourage you to listen (or watch) this episode and then pay it f

Hi Friends, Today, I am joined by SBO Partner, Lisa Eckerle. Lisa is the founder of Sort Support-an upscale professional organizing company servicing the Indianapolis, IN area. Her clientele includes busy moms who find themselves in a season of life when time is their scarcest, but most valued, resource.Lisa's work has been featured nationally by Crate & Kids and Redfin, and she is our SBO trusted resource in Indianapolis!I invite Lisa on This ORGANIZED Life to talk about her journey to becoming a professional organizer. She shares her story of building a side-business and eventually leaving her career in 2019 to follow her passion full time. We talk about how she has successfully grown her business during the pandemic and why people need help organizing more than ever.During our conversation, Lisa walks us through her signature C.R.A.P method (it’s not what you think!) and how she manages staying organized while running a business and navigating life with 2 littles at home.If you are a professional organ

Hi Friends,Joining me today is Brittany Dixon, founder of Brittany & Co, an online business strategy company where she helps clients create systems to more effectively manage the day to day responsibilities of life.She is also a fellow podcaster, wife and mom to twin girls Kenna and Layla-so she knows first hand the importance of maintaining systems to keep both work and home moving along.During our conversation, Brittany shares her *6-bucket strategy* which include:FamilyFinancialFitnessFriends & RelationshipsFunFulfillment    We also talk about the differences between a calendar vs a to-do list (and when to use each).This episode is filled with lots of practical and actionable advice so grab a cup of ________ and get ready to be inspired!CONNECT WITH BRITTANYWEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOKBRITTANY’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSORDINARY SUPERPOWEREXCLUSIVE PROMOS FOR TOL LISTENERS!10% OFF YOUR COLOR GURU WITH CODE “ORGANIZEDLIFE”Please support us!FOLLOW TOL to have new episodes downloaded each week!REVIEW. So

Hi Friends, Today’s episode is short, but packs a punch! We’re talking about, you guessed it…GOALS.I recorded this episode while doing my own planning.In previous years, I would separate each goal into different categories: personal, professional, relational, and spiritual. Although there may be category cross-over, it’s helpful for me to be able to see where I am focusing in each aspect of my life.Sounds like a great and organized plan, right?Well, not entirely.I would agree that it’s a great place to start, but the problem with my previous goal planning is that it lacks one essential piece, STRATEGY.Whether your goal is to make more money, lose 10 pounds, read more books, yell at your kids less, or live a more organized life, you need a plan on how to get there.So this year I revamped my goal planning worksheet to include 4 key parts:WHAT your goal is (what are you striving to achieve?)WHY it’s important to you (what is the reason behind your goal? Articulating your why can help you stay on track when you f