In today’s episode, you will learn a whole lot about the organizing niche for individuals who have ADHD, starting with an overview of the disorder and how it impacts day-to-day functioning. An expert in this field, certified organizer coach Cindy Jobs is here to introduce listeners to the specific challenges that come along with helping clients who are neurodiverse to better structure and set up their lives for success.
Oct 23, 2019•46 min•Season 2Ep. 44
In today’s episode, we are joined by Jocelyn Kenner to talk about working with seniors and downsizing. There is not as much information on organizing for seniors as there is for other markets, so it is important to do research and understand the ways that senior clients are different from others. Jocelyn shares some of the challenges she has faced working with seniors and how she has to had to shift her thinking slightly to still achieve success.
Oct 09, 2019•38 min•Season 2Ep. 43
James Lott Jr is a television and radio show host, podcaster, author, actor, life coach and organizer who is here to tell us just how important social media is for anyone who is in the organizing space. Regardless of your personality, it is vital for you to start putting yourself out there and to use these channels to let people know who you are and to introduce and remind them about your product.
Sep 25, 2019•43 min•Season 2Ep. 42
On this episode, we chat with disaster preparedness expert, Lisa Witzleben of Unclutter Me, who highlights the seven basic steps to be 100% prepared for almost anything that can come our way, including having cash available, keeping the most important documentation in a safe spot and making sure that you are able to take care of your pets should you need to vacate your home.
Sep 04, 2019•43 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Jaime shares with why larger goals need to be broken up into smaller actionable steps and she gives a ton of advice about outsourcing, hiring the right contractors and building both the strategy and culture of your organization.
Aug 28, 2019•50 min•Season 2Ep. 40
On today’s episode, we are joined by Theresa Rose for an engaging conversation on mindfulness practice both professionally and personally. She shares with us her journey from corporate America to where she is now, combining speaking and mindfulness practices.
Aug 07, 2019•46 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Joining us today on Stand Out is Jennifer Stewart. who has been empowering her clients to understand their computers and technology tools since 2011. Jennifer shares her own journey transitioning from a corporate job to becoming an organizer and the process she went through to discover exactly which area she wanted to focus on. She also tells us more generally what a digital organizer does, why there is so much potential in this industry and practical tips for keeping up to date with the latest ...
Jul 10, 2019•41 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Our guest on today’s show is entrepreneur and official KonMari certified consultant, Michele Vig. In 2017, Michele decided to lead her life with her heart rather than her head and left corporate America to start her own company, Neat Little Nest. Today, we learn more about Michele’s entrepreneurial journey; why she decided to become a KonMari consultant, what that has meant for her business, and how you can become one too.
Jun 26, 2019•41 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Anne Blumer, founder of Solutions for You, speaker, author and CPO, is here today to talk to us about leveraging your work in organizing and productivity into multiple revenue streams and how this can help your business in so many ways.
Jun 12, 2019•49 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Sara is joined by professional productivity and organizing coach, Aimee Olson to talk about minimalism.
May 29, 2019•48 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Bestselling author Gretchen Rubin gets our collective mission to help people clear clutter, be more productive and live happier lives, so she’s the ultimate guest.
May 15, 2019•39 min•Season 2Ep. 34
On today’s episode, we are joined by Michelle Prince, author of bestselling book, Winning in Life Now, renowned motivational speaker, and owner of a publishing company which helps authors get the kickstart they need to be able to tell their story. She shares with us her journey and how the path to get where you want to be may not always be straight, but if you walk on it with intent and purpose, you will reach where you were meant to.
May 01, 2019•38 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Today on Stand Out we welcome the inspiring Emily Parks, professional productivity and organizing tech consultant and the founder of Organize for Success. Emily shares her personal journey and how she got into the industry, joined NAPO, her public speaking gigs and the current services she offers clients.
Apr 17, 2019•53 min•Season 2Ep. 32
In this episode, Brittany Dixon of Brittany and Co. tells us all about her ordinary super powers in the arts of simplifying, organizing and Trello.
Apr 03, 2019•54 min•Season 2Ep. 31
In today's episode Brian Lassiter, President of Performance Excellence Network, talks about about helping businesses improve their processes and improve their productivity and efficiency.
Mar 20, 2019•40 min•Season 2Ep. 30
On today’s episode we are joined Megan Spears of Disorder 2 Order and she is here to talk about the somewhat difficult topic of staying organized in a major health crisis.
Mar 06, 2019•40 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Today we are welcoming Laurie Malloy, owner of Simple Spaces. She’s not only a professional organizer, relocation specialist, and home stager but she’s also an associate certified coach and provides coaching services to her clients both one-on-one and via group coaching. Learn more at napo.net
Feb 20, 2019•43 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Today we are welcoming Sandy A. Lane to the show to talk to us about strengths coaching and maximizing your potential. She has a host of helpful tips and tricks to help you get started on your journey of growth! Learn more at napo.net
Feb 06, 2019•43 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Today’s show we welcome newbie, Mary Jo Contello. After working in the corporate world for almost 20 years, MJ decided to leave an entire career behind to start her own business, Organized by MJ. In this episode, we really dissect MJ’s journey in her first years of being a professional organizer and recognizing that still being in those beginning stages is okay. Learn more at napo.net
Jan 23, 2019•45 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Today on the podcast we are chatting with Amy Vance of Eco Modern Concierge to see how this professional organizer is preparing for the new year and making adjustments to her business for continued success. Learn more at napo.net
Jan 09, 2019•47 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Sometimes skills are invisible to their owners. It takes someone saying to us, “Wow! You’re really good at that,” before we realize that not everyone can do what we can do. In this episode of Stand Out: Growing Your Organizing and Productivity Business , host Sarah Karakaian talks with Jan Lehman. Jan found out early in her career that not everyone has the same level of problem-solving skills. She puts those skills to work and encourages others in the field of productivity consulting to embrace ...
Dec 23, 2018•38 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Every day, we are gaining more expertise as organizers and productivity specialists. And we would not be in this business if we didn’t have a passion for it. Well, that’s all you need to add a whole new revenue stream into your business! That’s right, you could become a paid public speaker. That idea might be a little scary for some of us, but it doesn’t have to be. On this episode of Stand Out , Sarah talks with guest David Newman about tons of marketing tips, and then they get down to the busi...
Dec 09, 2018•48 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Time is one of those resources that you can’t get back once you use it. Helping our clients with productivity is great, but what about our own productivity? Running a business can feel like running in circles sometimes. On our 22nd episode of Stand Out: Growing Your Organizing and Productivity Business , host Sarah Karakaian talks with guest Amy Tokos. Amy has a background in Lean Engineering, which she has translated very nicely into helping people lead what she calls “lean living” – which is n...
Nov 25, 2018•53 min•Season 1Ep. 22
You know you are an expert organizer or productivity specialist, but does the world know? Blogging in 2018 is still a great way to tell people who you are, how you can help, and your unique point of view as an expert. Maybe you started a blog a few years ago and have let it slide down the priority list. Maybe you’ve been thinking about it and just don’t know how to get started. On this episode, Sarah talks with Brittany Bailey of prettyhandygirl.com about how to start and maintain a blog or any ...
Nov 11, 2018•48 min•Season 1Ep. 21
There is no one way to be a productivity and organization professional. The opportunities and potential niche markets in the field are vast. Standolyn Robertson has found her niche in residential organizing. Funny and engaging, she shares in our 20th podcast episode of Stand Out how education, certification as a CPO®, volunteering and connecting with peers has been invaluable in helping her find her way, and encouraging others to find their unique fit. Standolyn Robertson is an organizing expert...
Oct 21, 2018•56 min•Season 1Ep. 20
People can be frustrating. You can even frustrate yourself when you try to do things you’re not good at and it comes back to bite you. Knowing and understanding ourselves better and understanding our clients will only enhance our business, and ease up on our frustration levels! In our 19th episode of Stand Out: Growing Your Organizing and Productivity Business, host Sarah Karakaian talks with guest Jessica Butts about understanding personality types, strengths, weaknesses, and how to use this in...
Oct 07, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Engaging with potential customers and sharing your expertise on social media is smart business. As a productivity and organization professional, you want to showcase your work, and be an active part of that online community of people who share your interests and appreciate what you do. For many, including our guest Samantha Pregenzer, Instagram is a natural fit for showcasing organization projects and sharing tips and demonstrating your expertise. She currently has 450,000 Instagram followers, s...
Sep 23, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Do you ever feel like your life has been something of a crooked path? It is safe to say we have all been there. My guest is very familiar with curves in the road, and she has learned how to navigate them well. Her latest life turn is as a career and life coach. In this episode, my guest Allison Task and I discuss the power of believing that dreams can come true. Allison has made a career out of guiding people through their thought processes and into the answers they already know. She likes to sa...
Sep 09, 2018•46 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Many of us work with individuals on organizing in the home. Maybe you’ve thought about working on a larger scale – with an individual or department in a big company. And maybe that feels a bit overwhelming! It definitely does not have to. Guest Heather Cocozza worked in the corporate setting for several years before starting out as a productivity and organizing professional. She started out working in homes – like many of us – but has found a nice niche in assisting corporate clients. And there’...
Aug 26, 2018•47 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Effortless productivity might sound like a big contradiction. But that’s how our guest, Rachel Henke, has learned to function, and she wants to share the art of effortless productivity, of being present – of living fearlessly. Rachel Henke is the founder of Living Fearlessly, a best-selling author, Certified Transformative Coach and speaker. Breaking free of the 9-5 job world upon relocating to a sleepy village in the UK, Rachel started her first business in 2003 working from the breakfast bar a...
Aug 12, 2018•50 min•Season 1Ep. 15
