Archive for February 2012

External Links and New Windows

by Janet

Every once in a while, someone suggests that I set external links in my blog posts to open in new windows, so people won’t inadvertently leave my site. I understand their reasoning, because that was a widely accepted practice for a long time and is still fairly common. I did it myself until a few years ago.

open windows

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Working With Your Clients

by Janet

As a new organizer, even if you’re confident about your organizing skills, communicating effectively with clients and prospects can sometimes be challenging. Today’s guest blogger describes three ways to quickly establish rapport with your clients for a successful working relationship.

organizing consultant meeting new clients

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Are You Pinteresting?

by Janet

New social media sites are cropping up all the time and it seems like I’m being invited to join something-or-other nearly every week. Since it’s unrealistic to try and maintain an active presence everywhere, I tend to wait and see whether a particular site is going to be worth my while before jumping on the bandwagon. Such was the case with Pinterest.

Janet Barclay on Pinterest

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According to various studies conducted around the world, more than 60% of households have one or more pets. Since there’s a pretty good chance that you’ll be working in such a home during your organizing career, this month’s Blog Carnival is dedicated to Organizing for Pets.

Wahl 97764-001 Paw Print Travel Tote Bag

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You provide a valuable service, but not everyone needs or can afford to pay for hands-on organizing, so maybe you also offer organizing seminars or workshops. My guest today is Audrey Cupo, who has found a great way to enhance her educational sessions with quality organizing products.

Sample products from Clever Container

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People join professional associations for various reasons. Some join because they feel it gives them credibility. Others hope to attract new clients through the online directory. For many people, those are the only reasons to join, so they don’t see any benefit in actively participating in their association.

Janet Barclay with the POC National Board, 2005

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