The Speak Organized Podcast

• From Corporate Cubicle to Booked-Out Boss: Melissa’s Leap into Professional Organizing

  What happens when a corporate space planner with a stable paycheck, benefits, and 16 years of experience says “enough” and takes a leap into the unknown? Meet Melissa Chamberlain, owner of Tidy Up with Melissa, who went from designing retail floor plans for JoAnn Fabrics to running a thriving professional organizing business in Northeastern Ohio. In this episode, Melissa gets real about what it actually takes to leave your comfort zone, start from scratch, and build a business that aligns with your passion and lifestyle — even without a clear roadmap. We’re diving into: The exact moment Melissa Googled “how to become a professional organizer” What she did before quitting her job to set herself up for success The fears she faced and how she turned them into fuel How she landed her very first high-ticket client right out of the gate (hint: she’s still a client today!) Melissa’s advice for anyone sitting in their cubicle dreaming of “someday” Whether you're just thinking about starting your organizing business or trying to go full-time, Melissa’s story is proof that you don’t need perfection — you need courage and consistency. This episode is for the aspiring professional organizer who’s ready to stop waiting for the perfect time and start building the business you were meant for. ⚡ Special Offers Just for You: 📘 Overbooked Course – Learn how to get fully booked with dream clients 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked   💼 Pro Organizer Forms Pack – Save time with ready-to-use contracts & forms 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack   🚀 Empowered Organizer Membership – Monthly business training to scale your biz 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer   🧰 Explore All Courses & Resources: 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  Connect with Melissa: https://www.tidyupwithmelissa.com/  https://www.instagram.com/tidyupwithmelissa 

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• LIVE Replay - Boost Your Organizing Business With These Simple SEO Tricks!

  Welcome to this expert-led session on SEO for professional organizers! 🎯 Join Aaron Traub as he shares actionable strategies to help you rank higher on Google, optimize your Google Business Profile, and attract more local clients to your organizing business. Learn about essential SEO practices such as keyword placement, website optimization, building backlinks, and gathering reviews. By the end, you'll be ready to leverage SEO as a powerful tool to grow your business.   ⚡ Special Offers Just for You: 📘 Overbooked Course – Learn how to get fully booked with dream clients 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked  💼 Pro Organizer Forms Pack – Save time with ready-to-use contracts & forms 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack  🚀 Empowered Organizer Membership – Monthly business training to scale your biz 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer  🧰 Explore All Courses & Resources: 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses    Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to SEO for Professional Organizers 03:00 - Why SEO is Crucial for Organizing Businesses 06:30 - How Google Decides Who to Rank 09:00 - The Importance of Ranking in Google’s Map Pack 12:00 - Top Keywords Professional Organizers Should Target 14:30 - Optimizing Your Website: Title Tags & Meta Descriptions 18:00 - Google Business Profile Optimization Tips 21:00 - The Power of Reviews for Boosting SEO 24:00 - Building Trust with Local Listings and Backlinks 27:30 - Social Media’s Role in SEO 31:00 - Common SEO Mistakes to Avoid 34:00 - How Often to Update Your Website for SEO 37:30 - Optimizing for Multiple Locations and Service Areas 41:00 - Final Thoughts on SEO and Growing Your Business For more tips and resources on SEO for organizers, check out Aaron's blog posts and helpful tools here: https://geauxseo.com/professional-organizers     In this podcast-style presentation, learn how to improve your **website SEO** and **google seo**. We cover basic website setup and **backlinks**, plus we provide helpful **seo tips** and **seo for beginners**. Tune in for all the details!

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• How To Get Honest Answers From Your Clients

  Ready to level up your client onboarding process? In this episode of the Speak Organized Podcast, I sit down with Amy from Amyzing Spaces to unpack exactly how to structure your intake form, build lasting client trust, and implement systems that actually stick.  Whether you're just starting your organizing business or looking to streamline your consultations, this episode is packed with strategies that work. 🔹 Learn the #1 intake form question that reveals client dynamics 🔹 Tips for onboarding neurodivergent or overwhelmed clients 🔹 How to set systems that last beyond the session 🔹 Why follow-ups, client homework, and high-touch service matter 🔹 Marketing strategies that actually get clients: Facebook groups, LinkedIn & more ✨ Want to turn your passion into a full-time six-figure business? Join the Empowered Organizer Membership → https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer  🎓 Browse all courses, coaching & forms → https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  👇 Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments & subscribe for weekly pro organizing biz tips! 📲 Stay Connected: Instagram → @ispeakorganized Free Facebook Group → https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw  Coaching & Membership Inquiries → https://ispeakorganized.com/coaching  Connect with Amy www.amyzingspaces.com  @amyzingspaces on FB and IG Clients, especially those who are people pleasers, often struggle to provide honest project feedback during organizing sessions. It's critical to ensure the system works for them, not just for you, so it's important to ask for feedback and make adjustments accordingly. Effective client engagement leads to long-term client success.

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• Stop Wasting Time: Backend Systems Every Pro Organizer Needs to Scale & Succeed

  Feeling buried in the business side of your organizing biz? You’re not alone—and today’s guests are here to help you rescue hours worked and actually enjoy running your business again. 🙌 In this candid, behind-the-scenes episode, I sit down with Stephanie Sikora and Jen Martin, co-founders of Reset Solutions Consulting, to unpack what’s REALLY draining your time, energy, and profits as a professional organizer—and how to fix it without burning out. These two industry powerhouses built and scaled organizing companies with teams of 5 to 19 organizers, and they’ve made every mistake (so you don’t have to). From charging for ALL your time (yes, even planning and proposals), to using walkie-talkies on site (you’ll never go back), to building backend systems that actually work, this conversation is packed with wisdom, laughs, and actionable insights. 💥 What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why your systems are secretly leaking time and money The #1 mindset shift to go from side hustle to CEO The biggest time-wasters in your business (and how to fix them) Why perfectionism is costing you profit Real talk on burnout—and how to bounce back The must-have tools and tech for streamlined workflows How to close clients faster without sounding salesy What to automate, delegate, or eliminate immediately 🔥 This episode is for you if: You’re a solo pro organizer drowning in admin work, running a lean team and hustling too hard, or scaling fast but stuck in the cycle of I don’t have time to fix this! This isn’t just talk—it’s a free business audit in podcast form. 🛠️ Ready to streamline, scale, and rescue hours you didn’t even know you were losing? Tune in now, and let’s get your business running like a well-labeled pantry. 👇 ALL the tools, tips, and nerdy organizing gadgets mentioned are linked in the description. 🧠 Key Takeaways: Done is better than perfect. Let go of the control and scale your organizing business with ease. You’re probably not charging for everything. It’s time to bill for planning, proposals, and backend time. Stop writing 38-step onboarding emails. Close clients faster with proposal tools and pre-qualifying questions. Don’t DIY everything. Hire a VA. Use Zapier. Free yourself. Burnout isn’t your fault. Set non-negotiables and build systems that support your life, not drain it. Stop sending clients 32 basket links. They don’t care. You do. Let your systems do the talking. Use the right tools. ClickUp, Dubsado, Loom, Google Chat, ChatGPT, and that sexy little voice memo device (hi, Ploud 👋). Community matters. Find your people. Learn from those who’ve walked the path—and got systems to prove it.   Connect with Stephanie and Jen  📌 https://www.resetsolutionsconsulting.com/  IG @Pro_organizers_consulting    ⚡️ Special Offers Just for You: 🚀 Empowered Organizer Membership – Monthly business training to scale your biz 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer 📘 Overbooked Course – Learn how to get fully booked with dream clients 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked 💼 Pro Organizer Forms Pack – Save time with ready-to-use contracts & forms 👉 https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack 🧰 Explore All Courses & Resources: 👉 https://ispeakorganized.com/courses     📱 Connect with Me Instagram: https://instagram.com/ispeakorganized Facebook: https://fb.com/ispeakorganized  Join the free group: https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw  Website: www.ispeakorganized.com Email List: https://ispeakorganized.com/subscribe 🎵 ADHD Focus Music: https://www.youtube.com/@ISpeakVibes 

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• Write Words That Work: Copywriting Tips for Organizers & Home Pros with Molly Winters

  📣 Want to turn browsers into BOOKED clients? This episode is for YOU! I sat down with Molly Winters—former professional organizer turned copywriting genius—for a deep-dive into how your words can make or break your organizing business. If you're struggling to write your website, sell your services online, or just sound like yourself in your content… this is your sign to stop winging it and start writing with strategy. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The REAL definition of copywriting (and how it’s different from content!) ✍️ ✅ Molly’s RELATE Writing Method for service-based business owners 💡 ✅ How to stop sounding stiff and start sounding like you 🎤 ✅ The #1 mistake most organizers make on their websites (you might be doing it!) 🚫 ✅ Small SEO tweaks that help clients actually FIND you on Google 🔍 ✅ Calls to Action that convert (no more ghosting!) 🛎 ✅ Real talk on using AI tools, writing your own site, and how to make it FUN again 💥   💡 Whether you’re new to business or ready to level up, this episode is packed with strategy, mindset, and clarity to help your copy connect—and convert.   ⚡️ Special Offers Just for You: Monthly Business Training: Join the Empowered Organizer Membership to grow and scale your 6-figure organizing business! https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/empowered-organizer  Overbooked Course: Learn how to book clients using proven strategies https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked  Pro Organizer Forms Pack: Save time with ready-to-use contracts and forms https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack  Tons of Courses & Resources: Explore tools to scale your business https://ispeakorganized.com/courses  📌 Molly's Website & Socials: Website: https://mollyzwinters.com  Email: [email protected] Instagram: @molly.winters.writing Facebook: The Connection Copywriter LinkedIn: Molly Winters 📱 Connect with Melanie: Instagram: @ispeakorganized Facebook: https://facebook.com/ispeakorganized  Join the private Facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw  Website: www.ispeakorganized.com  Email List: https://ispeakorganized.com/subscribe  @ispeakorganized @ISpeakVibes

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