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**The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast**

Pro Organizer Studio is a business building resource for professional organizers. We are here to help you launch & grow the professional organizing business of your dreams! Hosted by Melissa Klug, who is a master certified professional organizer and founder of home organization business Home By Eleven in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, and who is a business coach for pro organizers on 5 continents!

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237 | 15 minutes of nonsense Dec 06, 2025

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The title says it all. It's just 15 minutes of Cabri and me talking about 100 different random things.

236 | Don't fall for this scam Nov 24, 2025

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Today we have a quick but hopefully impactful episode to help you avoid a common (and expensive) scam in the organizing industry.

Show Notes: The Moving Scam Alert

[01:07] The Scam Overview
- Description of the scam email that's been circulating in the organizing industry.
- Melissa shares her personal experience receiving these emails.
[01:44] Anatomy of the Scam Email
- Red flags in the email's language and structure.
- Overly formal or stilted English, mention of "aesthetic pleasure," and unnecessary state names.
[03:19] The Emotional Manipulation
- Scammers claim to be deaf or hearing impaired to avoid phone calls and elicit sympathy.
[04:26] The Financial Trap
- The scam involves sending a fraudulent certified check and asking the organizer to pay "movers" or other service providers.
[05:28] How the Scam Works
- Explanation of how the organizer ends up losing money after the check bounces.
[05:41] Increasing Sophistication
- Scammers are getting more advanced, using real addresses and names found online.
[06:13] Advice: Ignore and Delete
- Melissa urges listeners to ignore suspicious emails and not feel obligated to respond.
[07:07] Trust Your Gut
- Importance of listening to your instincts, even if it means missing out on a potential client.
[08:17] Real-Life Example
- Melissa shares a story about following her gut during a consultation that felt "off."
[08:53] Don't Feel Guilty
- It's okay to delete and forget about suspicious inquiries, even if it feels rude.
[09:25] Business Best Practices
- Never pay service providers for new clients; only consider it for long-term, trusted clients.
[09:59] No Shame in Falling for Scams
- Reassurance for anyone who has been scammed—smart people can fall victim too.
[10:35] Final Reminders
- Trust your gut, say no when needed, and don't let scammers win.
[10:24] Outro
- Teaser for the next episode and a final message to stay vigilant.

235 | Taking AI for organizing next level (All About AI P3) Nov 07, 2025

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It's the THIRD day of our AI-palooza and today we are talking about super cool high end stuff you can do with your business. Queuing up some deep work with AI starting now!

GET THE SLIDES AND THE STUFF proorganizerstudio.com/links

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AI-Powered Deep Work: Maximizing Efficiency with AI Agents and GEO In this third-day session of AI Palooza, the host shares insights on leveraging AI tools for deep work, particularly through the use of AI agents and the concept of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). They discuss practical examples of AI agents automating complex and tedious tasks, such as gathering data from Airbnb or organizing business contacts. The episode also touches on the importance of generative engine optimization for maintaining online visibility. Listeners are encouraged to visit ProOrganizerStudio.com/links for additional resources, including tutorials, presentation slides, and videos. The host also invites experts to contribute their AI success stories and announces the closing of the Inspired Organizer Program enrollment. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back 00:14 Day Three of AI Palooza: Deep Work with AI Agents 01:48 Using AI Agents for Business Efficiency 03:04 Practical Applications and Examples of AI Agents 10:14 Setting Up and Using Custom GPTs 16:27 Introduction to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) 22:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

234 | AI Stuff that will MAKE YOU MONEY (All About AI: Part 2) Nov 05, 2025

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In Part 2 we are talking about two KEY things in using AI for your organizing business: prompts and room transformations.

This is chock full of crazy useful info and if you want more details, you can see slides and video that accompanies the episode by going to:

proorganizerstudio.com/links

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In this episode, Melissa and Cabri continue their discussion on how professional organizers can leverage AI to enhance their business. They emphasize the importance of detailed prompts for effective AI use, share various examples related to marketing content, blogging, client interactions, website SEO, and strategic goal planning. Among the impactful ideas discussed are using AI for project mockups to visualize transformations for clients, conducting audits for marketing content, websites, SEO, client experience, tasks, and service offerings. The episode also includes insights on how to utilize AI for strategic goal planning and client remarketing. The conversation underscores the significant potential of AI in driving sales, enhancing client satisfaction, and streamlining business operations. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 02:31 The Power of Prompts in AI 06:19 Using AI for Blogging and SEO 10:23 AI for Business Audits and Client Experience 26:18 Project Mockups: Visualizing Transformations 35:22 Conclusion and Next Steps

233 | All about AI Part 1 Nov 05, 2025

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Are you scared of AI? Unsure of how to use it? Don't know that it can help run your organizing business and cut down hours of your work per week? We're doing EVERYTHING AI this week.

GET SLIDES TO ACCOMPANY THIS PODCAST AND INFO FROM THIS EPISODE AT:

proorganizerstudio.com/links

_______________________________________________________________________ Harnessing AI for Professional Organizers: Part 1

Melissa, from the Pro Organizer Studio, introduces a mini-workshop styled podcast focusing on how artificial intelligence (AI) can transform organizing businesses. Joined by her business partner, Cabri, they embark on a detailed discussion, revisiting content from the How to Summit workshop held in Dallas, aimed at demystifying AI for professional organizers. The episode elaborates on the benefits of using AI to save time, increase revenue, and enhance business operations. They address common misconceptions about AI, such as the fear of it being 'cheating' or replacing human jobs, and provide a guide on how to start integrating AI tools like ChatGPT into everyday business processes. Melissa emphasizes the necessity for organizers to embrace technology and highlights various AI tools and platforms that can streamline tasks ranging from content creation to business audits.

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

00:51 AI Workshop Series Announcement

01:16 Importance of AI in Organizing Business

01:46 Accessing Workshop Materials

02:36 Enrollment Extension for Inspired Organizer

03:29 Introduction to AI with Cabri

04:21 Cabri's AI Journey and Insights

09:59 AI Tools and Platforms

21:44 Getting Started with AI

21:52 Popular AI Platforms

25:21 Using AI Effectively

31:25 Prompting AI for Best Results

31:35 Conclusion and Next Steps

232 | Have you said any of these things? Oct 29, 2025

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231 | Boss October For Pro Organizers Oct 13, 2025

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My client and friend introduced me to the concept of Boss October several years ago--and I loved it so much I make sure we do it every year. This year, we are going extra on it--and I'm talking about that and giving you practical ideas to go implement it for you as well.

Connect with Melissa at hello@proorganizerstudio.com

230 | 7 Things I've Learned (How To Summit MainStage presentation P2) Oct 03, 2025

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WANT TO JOIN US FOR BOSS OCTOBER? Email me at hello@proorganizerstudio.com

In this episode, Melissa shares the second part of her mainstage presentation at the How To Summit in Dallas. She discusses seven key insights for professional organizers, emphasizing a solid digital foundation over social media vanity metrics and the importance of community support. Melissa also highlights the value of understanding ADHD and neurodivergence to better assist clients and grow your business. Additionally, she provides details about the upcoming changes to the Inspired Organizer program and invites listeners to join. Throughout the episode, Melissa encourages organizers to focus on sustainable business practices, value their email and customer lists, and find joy in their work. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Update 00:31 Inspired Organizer Program Details 01:27 Starting the Main Presentation 02:14 The Importance of Clients and Digital Foundation 02:37 Social Media Realities for Organizers 06:14 Ownership of Your Business Assets 10:14 The Pitfalls of Comparison 14:18 Understanding ADHD and Neurodivergence 19:07 The Value of Community and Support 23:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

229 | The 7 Things I've Learned (How To Summit MainStage Presentation) P1 Oct 01, 2025

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If you weren't able to be there--or even if you were and want a refresher--here is the presentation I gave at the How To Summit Last week. You can follow along on slides and see what I presented by going to proorganizerstudio.com/links

If you want more information on Boss October--check it here: CLICK ___________________________________________________________________

In this episode of the Pro Organizer Studio podcast, Melissa returns from hiatus and dives deep into the key learnings from her experience and 233 podcast episodes. She discusses her undiagnosed ADHD, her journey in organizing, and her main stage presentation at the How To Summit. Melissa shares the first three of seven lessons she's learned, including choosing the right business structure, overcoming perfectionism, and the importance of setting a solid digital foundation. She also introduces 'Boss October,' a concept aimed at helping organizers reset and improve their businesses before the new year. 00:00 Welcome Back: Melissa's Return and Podcast Overview 00:31 Diving into the Main Stage Presentation 01:24 Accessing the Presentation Slides 03:21 The Seven Things 233 Podcast Episodes Taught Me 06:05 Organizing Changed My Life 12:04 The Importance of Setting Your Own Business Goals 16:29 Perfectionism is Ruining Your Business 23:18 Setting Your Digital Foundation 28:39 Introducing Boss October 29:51 Recap and Conclusion

228 | "I have a How To Summit hangover" with Cabri & Melissa Sep 28, 2025

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HEY ORGANIZERS!! We are back from the How To Summit and we have a hangover--and we mean that in the BEST way. We have so many ideas and thoughts and plans that we wanted to share a little with you. Lots of info here so stay tuned for MORE coming your way this week and this month!

Connect with me at hello@proorganizerstudio.com

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Post-Summit Recap: Insights, Ideas, and Boss October Plans

In this episode, Melissa reconnects with listeners after a hiatus and shares updates from the recent How To Summit. Alongside co-host Cabri, they discuss key takeaways related to organizing strategies for clients with ADHD, senior downsizing, and creating recession-proof businesses. They emphasize the importance of building communities for support and accountability.

Melissa and Cabri also announce an upcoming initiative called Boss October, aimed at helping organizers tackle pending tasks and preparations for 2026. Finally, they hint at future workshops on AI and other topics, encouraging listeners to stay tuned and join their mailing list for more details.

00:00 Welcome Back!

00:50 Recap of the How To Summit

02:11 Summit Highlights and Key Takeaways

04:10 Diverse Organizing Strategies

10:20 Building a Supportive Community

12:18 Workshops and AI Insights

24:26 Boss October Challenge

28:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts