Common Questions + Answers about Professional Organizing
What is Professional Organizing?
It means that not only have I gone through specific and specialized training, but I also continue to do so, and I’m always learning new things. It allows me to understand your productivity and organizational needs and provide you with a Productivity and Professional Organizing customized solution. I can help develop a system to best suit you and your needs.
I am currently 1 of only a few Productivity and Professional Organizers holding multiple Certifications CPOs, CVOPs and CPO-CDs in Canada. I am required to follow the code of ethics, recertify every three years, and earn 15 continuing education credits per year to maintain certification.
Virtual organizing is an organizing process and service provided by a Highly qualified professional organizer, exclusively using technology via phones, tablets or computers. Working with you in short 1-3 hour sessions over the phone or through video chat using Zoom.
Virtual Organizing benefits for you, the client :
- You can live anywhere in the world.
- You are able to work with a professional organizer, as sessions are more affordable than in-person sessions.
- It is easier to fit into a busy schedule as virtual sessions are shorter than in-person organizing sessions.
- You don’t have to bring anyone into your home for this service.
- You are committed to working toward your goal.
- Accountability to your professional organizer can help keep you on task.
- You’re extremely motivated to reach your organizing goals.
- You’re comfortable using technology on your phone, tablet, or computer and you have reliable internet access.
- You’re good at working on your own, but you want expert advice and instruction.
- You have the physical ability to do hands-on organizing work by yourself or with help from supportive friends or family members.
During our work together we will fully look at how you are using your time now VS how you want to be using your time.
Together we will talk about strategies and create a customized system to help you improve your time management.
Once we have a plan, I will work with you to make the changes and support you until you feel you are meeting your time management goals.
Life transitions are significant changes or shifts in a person's life circumstances, roles, or environment. These moments often mark the end of one phase and the beginning of another—whether it’s starting a new job, moving to a different city, becoming a parent, or even navigating loss. They can be planned, like retiring, or unexpected, like facing a health challenge. While life transitions can feel overwhelming or uncertain, they also present opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and redefining priorities. They shape how we adapt, cope, and thrive.
First, I offer my clients 100% confidentiality and privacy. Depending on the type of help you need, I work discreetly when on-site with Medical Professionals; I will wear similar clothing to the staff during regular clinic/office hours; I even have a selection of scrubs should they be required.
Organizing is customized to the client’s needs and wants. I find that the before and after photos of someone else’s space do not reflect well to others.
I have taken pictures as a reference when helping clients, as well as when I am sourcing products for a space.
I will however suggest to clients that they take before and after photos so that they can see the progress and amazing transformation.
I offer you continued support throughout the process and between organizing treatment sessions with email and texts.
Follow-up treatment sessions are a helpful tool in maintaining the new treatment systems. As life changes, systems need to be changed and tweaked so that they continue to meet all of your needs.
I offer weekly, biweekly, monthly, quarterly and annual maintenance treatment plans that will fit your needs and budget.
Organized MD offers many treatment packages to meet your needs and budget; from DIY, you just need a plan or more in-depth help and support from me to help and guide you from start to finish. Fees start at $ 85.00 per hour plus HST.
Step 1- Book your complimentary 30 min consultation via zoom.
Step 2- We will discuss your needs and challenges and how I can help you! Gathering all the additional information needed to create the best-customized treatment plan for your needs.
Step 3- Schedule your treatment plan appointment(s) and start healing your life, time and spaces!
Organized MD Dennise Conforti will provide organizing, productivity, and organizational/life accountability services. I am not a therapist, lawyer, accountant or doctor. The client understands that I have not promised, shall not be obligated to and will not act as a therapist, lawyer, accountant or doctor providing any therapy treatments, nor am I not giving legal, financial or medical advice of any kind.
How does it work?
There is no specific amount of time. It truly depends on you and your needs. I could give you an estimate, but this would just be an estimate as there are many factors and variables that can impact our work.
Everyone has their own level of “organization.” I will work with you until we have reached your organizational goals and until you feel organized and can function in the space with flow and ease. I will create a system that is manageable for you to maintain.
With Productivity and Time Management, I help you figure out and understand how and where you are currently spending your time. I will help you take control and build efficiency with your work and systems. I want to leave you empowered to be able to control how you manage your tasks and use your time, no longer forgetting appointments/commitments or feeling like you’re running out of time each day.
Do Nothing! Some clients think oh, I do not want the organizer to see my space like this. But the truth is in order to create the best possible systems for you; it is best to see your spaces as they are. It will allow me to see how you are currently organizing and using the spaces and your time.
No! Organization is a process focused on making your time and space work for you. During the process, we evaluate what is important in relation to making your space function. Through this, you naturally eliminate items that aren’t serving you or your space.
Supplies are not included. I bring a small amount of garbage bags, clear bags recycling bags, and a few boxes for donations. But generally, I recommend the client have supplies for decluttering on hand and we create a list of items for you to consider for organizing.
I normally work one-on-one with my clients in general. I will recommend a team depending on the type of work the client needs to complete, for example, packing or unpacking a move or you have a tight timeline.
Depending on what needs to be done and the location, I have a list of sources to complete odd jobs.
Yes, when I work with you in person, I will take away one carload of donations to the closest donation center for you after each session. For Items too large to fit into my car or for items you may want to go to a particular location or charity we pre- determine who and how they will get there.
I adhere to public health policies at all times.
I have been fully vaccinated, and whenever possible during our work together, I try to maintain distance. I wear a mask when working indoors, and I wash and sanitize my hands regularly. I bring limited items on site.
I do not require you, the client, to wear a mask; it is up to you and your own level of comfort.