Why do people NEED to get organized?

The following information has been provided courtesy of the National Organization of Professional Organizers a/k/a NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers). Check out their Web site for more information: www.NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers).net

There are several reasons why individuals want to get organized:

1. The need for simplicity. They are paralyzed by their environment and want to simplify their lives. This includes learning to manage their time and their belongings.
2. Traditional roles in the workplace and family have changed.
3. We are a fast paced culture. With the growing trend in telecommunications of email, faxes, phone etc. our world now operates at a faster pace. Because it is faster individuals are finding a need to be more organized to keep up with this new environment.

How much do organizers charge?
Usually professional organizers charge an hourly rate ranging from quoted $40-50 on the low end to $150-200. Individual fees vary according to the area of the country, how long each organizer has been in business, and whether they specialize in residential or corporate organizing.

How long does it take?
It depends on the type of services needed and the commitment level of the Client. Most professional organizers provide consultations to assess what is needed to improve the individual homes and/or company systems.

What do organizers do?
There are various specialties within the organizing industry such as; Computer consulting, Closet Designing/ Closet, Organizing, Collections/ Memorabilia, Errands/ Personal Shopping, Estate Organizing, Event Meeting & Planning, Filing Systems, Financial/ Bookkeeping, Garages/ Attics/ Basements, Home Offices, Kitchen Designing/ Organizing, Moving/ Relocations, Office Organizing, Procedures and Policies Manuals, Records Management, Space Designing/ Organizing, Time Management/Goal Setting

Do more people want offices or homes organized?
Based on a survey of NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers) members in May of 1998, the top sources of revenue were from home offices and offices. However, there is also a high need for residential organizing.