Finding Your Path to Organization: A Professional Organizer's Journey
Have you ever looked around your space and felt completely overwhelmed? Trust me, as a professional home organizer, I understand that feeling all too well. But here's the thing – my journey to becoming an organizing expert didn't start with perfect closets and color-coded containers. In fact, it started with chaos.
The Unexpected Path to Professional Organizing
Picture this: a successful PR executive in the entertainment industry, walking red carpets, jet-setting with celebrities, and living what seemed like a dream life on paper. That was me. I had the corner office, the impressive title, and a career that made my college friends envious. But something wasn't clicking.
While coordinating high-profile events and managing celebrity calendars, I discovered my true passion wasn't in the glitz and glamour – it was in the behind-the-scenes organization that made everything run smoothly. Who would have thought that my favorite part of planning A-list parties would be creating systems to keep everything flowing perfectly?
The Truth About Getting Organized
Here's a confession that might surprise you: I wasn't born organized. As someone who now helps others create order in their homes, it's important to be honest about this. My childhood room was a testament to chaos, and my early adult years weren't much better. I spent countless weekends pulling everything out of my closets, determined to create magazine-worthy spaces, only to feel overwhelmed halfway through.
But then came my "aha" moment. It wasn't about creating perfect systems – it was about creating the right systems for each individual. Sometimes, as I discovered in my own journey, the solution is as simple as removing container lids! Other times, it requires a complete rethinking of how we use our spaces.
The OPEN AT HOME Philosophy
When I launched Open at Home here in Los Angeles, I chose the name for a reason. Being open – to new possibilities, to change, to letting go – is the first step in any organizing journey. This philosophy has guided me in everything from closet organizing to full home transformations.
Through my work as a professional organizer, I've learned that organization isn't just about tidy spaces – it's about creating room for opportunities and good things to emerge. It's about making space in your life for what truly matters.
The Modern Approach to Organization
Today's home organization looks very different from when I started this journey. We're not just organizing physical spaces anymore; we're creating comprehensive systems that work with our digital lives, sustainable practices, and ever-evolving needs.
Some of the ways professional organizing has evolved:
Integration of digital and physical organization systems
Focus on sustainable organizing solutions
Emphasis on personalized systems rather than one-size-fits-all approaches
Recognition of organization's role in mental wellness
Adaptation to remote work needs
Finding Your Organization Style
One of the most valuable lessons I've learned is that everyone's organization style is unique. What works beautifully for one client might be completely ineffective for another. That's why I approach each project with fresh eyes and an open mind.
Whether you're seeking:
A complete home organization overhaul
Specific solutions for problem areas
Systems for maintaining order long-term
Ways to merge style with functionality
The key is finding what works for you, not forcing yourself to adopt someone else's system.
Taking the First Step
Starting your organization journey can feel daunting. Trust me, I know – I completely changed careers to follow this passion! But here's what I've learned: you don't have to tackle everything at once. Sometimes, the smallest change (like removing those pesky container lids in my case) can start a positive chain reaction.
I now help clients find their own "aha" moments. Whether it's a busy professional needing home office organization or a family looking to create more functional living spaces, each solution is as unique as the person it's designed for.
Your Journey Starts Here
If you're feeling overwhelmed by clutter or struggling to maintain organization, remember: this is just the beginning of your journey. Whether you choose to work with a professional organizer or start on your own, the key is being open to the process.
Looking for guidance on your organization journey? As someone who's walked this path – from chaos to clarity, from entertainment executive to professional organizer – I'd love to help you discover your path to an organized life.
Ready to start your organization journey? Let's connect and create a space that works perfectly for you.
Remember, organization isn't about perfection – it's about creating systems that support the life you want to live. And sometimes, that journey starts with something as simple as removing a lid.
x, Shara