Hoardganize Podcast

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How To Prepare for A Large Clutter Cleanout Feb 10, 2020

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On this episode of The Hoardganize Podcast, Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey discusses tips on how to prepare for a big hoarding or clutter cleanup job with a cleanout crew.

This episode is for anyone with excessive clutter - be prepared to have your cleanup go as smoothly as possible if you need one in the future.

Some people are forced by the fire marshall, the police department, home owner associations, landlords, to clean up their clutter or they will lose there home. Other people are flat out tired of the mess and want to take massive action to get their homes decluttered. Whether this is a forced or conscious decision, there are tools on this podcast to allow your cleanup to run smoothly.

Rachel discusses having realistic expectations, ways to prepare and diffuse situations, and tips for self care during these big cleanups.

Need coaching help to prepare you for a big cleanout? Rachel helps people all over the world prepare for large hoarding or clutter cleanup jobs. This is over the phone, or can be done via facetime, Zoom, or Skype. You don't have to go through this alone. Rachel will help coach you through the entire process. rachel@collectorcare.com or visit the Collector Care Website and fill out a contact form.

30 Questions to Ask Yourself While Decluttering Jan 27, 2020

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On this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey provides you with 30 questions to ask yourself while you are decluttering.

Are you currently downsizing and trying to get organized? Do you get "stuck' on particular Items?

This robust list provides you with thirty different questions to ask not only about STUFF but these questions will challenge some of your old thoughts and beliefs that are holding you back.

Stop letting irrelevant items get in the way of the happy organized life that you truly deserve and desire.

Do I still love it?
Do I still like it?
Do I need it?
Would I buy it again?
Do I wear it?
Is there a duplicate?
How easy would it be to get another one?
Would I get that exact item or choose something else?
Do I use it?
Do I cherish it?
Do I already have a similar item?
Would the person I am saving this for really want it?
Am I going to really make the effort to get this item to someone?
When was the last time I used this?
Does this drain my energy or lift it?
Does this make me feel overwhelmed or depressed?
Does this make me feel good or happy?
Will I take the time to repair or fix this?
Is this really important to me?
Is this outdated?
Is it in good enough condition to use?
Would someone with much less appreciate it more?
Is there a charity I would like to donate this to?
Have I been hanging onto this "just in case"?
Is this trying to fill a need inside me?
What could I focus on if I didn't have this clutter?
What have I not done because clutter has been in my way?
In what ways would my life improve if I removed this clutter?
Does this fit my vision of a clutter free life?
Is this item included in my home when I imagine in clutter free?

From Stressy and Messy to Organized and Optimized Book Jan 20, 2020

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On this episode of The Hoardganize Podcast Professional Organizers Rachel Seavey and Bobby Jackson discuss learning styles and how understanding your learning style can help with getting organized. Rachel and Bobby also discuss Bobby's Amazon #1 Best Selling Book "From Stressy & Messy to Organized & Optimized". Catch us in person on YouTube under The Hoardganize Podcast "New Amazon #1 Best Selling Author of 'From Stressy & Messy to Organized & Optimized," Bobby Jackson is not only a Professional Organizer, but has been in education for over 7 years. He has two Master's Degrees in Forensic Biology and STEM Education. At the age of 29 he is a leader at the Board of Education in his school district as a Science Specialist". Order his book on amazon

3 Easy Tips For Organizing Your Kitchen Jan 13, 2020

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On tonight's Hoardganize podcast Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey shares three easy tips to decluttering your kitchen. Do you have stuff all over your countertops and floor because there's nowhere for it to go? Are you too embarrassed to have people over because your house smells of garbage and dirty dishes? Sick and tired of the fruit flies circling around? There's nothing more stressful than a disorganized and dirty kitchen. Tune in for three simple strategies on organizing your kitchen. *** And tune into my YouTube channel to see actual videos of my kitchen today. I spot checked myself. Very simple-nothing perfectionistic. Having an organized kitchen helps me create a better flow when trying to leave for work or coming home to prepare dinner. Being organized allows to spend time with the people and animals I care most about.

7 Tips For An Organized New Year Jan 06, 2020

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On this episode of The Hoardganize Podcast, Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey discusses 7 easy tips to help you create the organized lifestyle you truly desire.

Are you tired of living in filth? Are you tired of being overwhelmed, and feeling embarrassed or shameful?

Are you finally ready to raise your standards and do whatever it takes to get organized?

Rachel covers seven strategies and ideas that will help you throughout the de-cluttering process.

Ancestry and Geneaology with Janine Adams Dec 30, 2019

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On this episode of The Hoardganize Podcast Professional Organizers Rachel Seavey and Janine Adams discuss using ancestry.com and how to research and organize your genealogy.

Tune in to:

Learn tips and tricks on how to navigate ancestry.com
Learn about other valuable resources that will help you trace your roots
Discover how to record and track your ancestry findings in an organized fashion

Organizing Tips for People With ADHD with Ellen Delap Dec 23, 2019

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On this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast, Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey and Ellen Delap discuss:

Organizational tips for people who have AD/HD or ADD.
What to do if you think you have ADHD.
Stories about client success and struggles with ADHD.
Personal struggles and how to overcome perfectionism.
How to ask for help, and who to ask.

Certified Professional Organizer Ellen Delap launched Professional-Organizer.com in 2000 in Houston, Texas.

Ellen works one on one with clients, streamlining their environment, creating effective strategies for an organized lifestyle and helping clients realize their organization and productivity goals.

Her niche is working with individuals and families with ADHD in their home and at work. She holds specialist certificates in ADD, Chronic Disorganization, Life Transitions, Work Place Productivity, Household Management, and Team Productivity. She is an Organizer Coach having completed the Coach Approach curriculum.

Ellen's work has been featured on Smead podcasts, as a contributor to articles with the Associated Press, and as a regional speaker with the ADDA-Southern Region conferences. Ellen is past president of the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals and an member of the ADDA-Southern Region Professional Advisory Committee.

Holiday Gift Tips for People Who Clutter Dec 16, 2019

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On this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast, Professional Organizer discusses holiday gifting for people who struggle with clutter.

Whether you have clutter yourself or you know someone disorganized, these two tips will help you figure out what to gift.

This holiday season collect moments not things. Give away what you are not using and spend time with people you love instead.

To see this episode on video check out my youtube channel at www.youtube.com/collectorcaretips

Scheduling = Organization Dec 02, 2019

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On this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast Professional Organizer Rachel Seavey discusses scheduling, and how dynamic your calendar can be at getting you organized.

If it isn't scheduled it most likely will NOT happen. Taking the time to strategize your organizational planning will make getting your home organized a breeze.

On this episode Rachel Discusses:

1. Identifying tasks that need to be done, and breaking them down in bite sized pieces.

2. Being realistic on how long it actually takes for you to get a task done.

3. Scheduling tasks electronically or manually in your calendar.

4. Showing up to do the work.

5. Trading expectation for appreciation.

Creating a Curated Closet with Organizing Expert Geralin Thomas Nov 04, 2019

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In this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast organizing consultant Geralin Thomas discusses how she's helped clients from around the globe create curated closets. Tune in to hear Geralin's tips, techniques, and tactics for letting go of clothing that doesn't fit or flatter. Listeners will enjoy her strategies and words of wisdom about building a better wardrobe.

WHAT YOU WILL DISCOVER in Ep #100

Geralin's passion for helping people build better wardrobes.
Geralin's tips for more mindful shopping.
How to start the decluttering the clothing process.
Hilarious strategies for figuring out which garments aren't needed, loved, wanted, or worn.
Why numbers matter.
Connect with Geralin: https://www.metropolitanorganizing.com
Hoarding + Decluttering books by Geralin:

Decluttering Your home: https://www.amazon.com/Decluttering-Your-Home-Techniques-Secrets

From Hoarding to Hope: https://www.amazon.com/Hoarding-Hope-Understanding-People-Hoard

Geralin's Wardrobe Wisdom Workbook: https://www.metropolitanorganizing.com/personal-style/wardrobe-wisdom-workbook/

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