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Skootz
Member
07-23-2003
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 2:07 pm
with all things gone on in our lives in the past year, we are looking at having to soon find more income to cover all our bills and mortgages. One thing that I thought of doing is possibly light housekeeping or perhaps something to do with organizing. I love doing that. Esp. clothes in closets, organizing drawers etc,. Kitchens bathrooms, you name it. As long as it is not too icky and things growing in these rooms I am ok with it lol (I have had enough of that with tenants) I know there are tons of organizing things you can buy for closets etc., but I am not totally into that part of it as I cannot install stuff like that. But do any of you have ideas on how I should go about doing this...I don't know where to start, what to say etc., Any help would be appreciated..and if anyone wants me to organize their house you do realize airfare would be on top 
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Mameblanche
Member
08-24-2002
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 2:21 pm
Skootzie, VinBlanche is a major packrat... our solarium looks like a combination locker and junkstore. And he won't part with a thing. ACK! I often fanasize being on one of those reality shows where they come in and plow through this crap and poof, the solarium is presentable once again. I'd be willing to do a trade ... I could do a brochure or some type of P.R./Publicity once you figure out exactly where you want to go with this terrific edeavour of yours. I have experience with this as I am also a freelance PROMOTIONAL writer... not just a journalist. 
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Karuuna
Board Administrator
08-31-2000
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 3:21 pm
Skootz, why don't you come out here to my place and I'll be your first client? You can practice and see if ya like it, and I"m happy to pay ya!! 
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Baby
Member
01-08-2006
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 3:36 pm
Skootz, trust me! If I could afford to fly you here, I would do just that! This might be a 900 square foot apartment with one lady and one kitty, but it sure could use some organizing. I am constantly trying to organize and make things easier for me, but for whatever reason, I'm not having too much luck with it! If you ever have any specials on rates, LET ME KNOW, A.S.A.P.!!!
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Skootz
Member
07-23-2003
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 3:52 pm
I wish I could just pick up and fly to all the places that you need me..and organize for you..but you would need to also pay to have me go to your house and I forgot...get and supply a nanny for my kids lol Will keep you in mind for your offer Mame. but I do need ideas on how to go about starting this????
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Darrellh
Member
07-21-2004
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 4:00 pm
Also, I have a friend that does this, and offers personal shopper as an extra service.
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Vee
Member
02-23-2004
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 4:02 pm
Something like *this* or is that too much? I find myself fantasizing about doing this kind of work, but can't imagine that many in my area would be in the market for this kind of thing. Have you done a market study? Perhaps asked about to see who might be interested in this kind of service and be willing to pay? You could ask the gals at your church for starters or ask Apprentice style on the street corner. LOL! Thought of selling Tupperware? They suggest that you can make $1000 monthly on their web site. Good luck with it, Skootz!
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Skootz
Member
07-23-2003
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 4:07 pm
thats a great site Vee..thanks and the tupperware...no I don't want to have to go out and sell things.....I would rather have people come to me if they wanted to buy something (not just tupperware - but what ever I was selling) and I wouldn't make any money because I don't like doing sales. 
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Ddr
Member
08-19-2001
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 4:14 pm
Skootz, set your hourly rate, make up some colorful flyers and tarket your market. Maybe stop by the local chamber and inquire about bartering for a membership with them. The Chamber is a great way to network and word of mouth is one of the best forms of advertisement. Also market in areas where expendable income is evident. Do the local churches allow flyers placed on the cars during services. Also check with your local newspaper for the service classified, they are usually cheaper than a regular ad.
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Abby7
Member
07-17-2002
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 4:28 pm
skootz, don't know if you want ideas on HOW to organize...but, there is a show on HGTV. do you get that channel where you are? it's called Mission Organization. http://www.hgtv.com this might help you with ideas. eta: tmi
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 4:39 pm
not relating to organizing or anything but I have a friend who is a stay at home mom and almost has a full time job, she transcribes manuscripts for writers. She has a computer at home and basically that is what she does. Have you checked if there are any services like that too up near you.
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Skootz
Member
07-23-2003
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 4:53 pm
great tips Abby..thanks (btw when you started talking about run on sentences, I thought you were first talking about me lol) I don't think I will go to the big cities. I would love to do it more locally around here to get it going and see if I like what I am doing.
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Baby
Member
01-08-2006
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 5:04 pm
Skootz, I have a friend who is in the beginning stages of starting her own business called "Caring Hands.' She helps those in need of whatever..chores, personal care, errands, shopping, etc. I found her thru one of my best friends. She started off working for me. But, we just clicked and now she is a good friend. I know, for her, she has had to spread the word in many different areas to find the clients she now has. She was ready to give up at one point but has hung in there and things are getting better for her. She has turned to local churches, hospitals, social service types of agencies, and just keeps spreading the info about her business by talking with people she comes in contact with. Maybe, if you look in the yellow pages in your local phone book, you just might get some ideas!
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Lucy
Member
10-08-2002
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 8:26 pm
Skootz, looks like you're getting lots of good ideas! Baby's suggestion especially hit home with me. My grandmother lived by herself until she was 100 and needed part time services for light cleaning and some meal prep. My mom and I did most of the cooking, but it was so nice to have another person that we trusted to check on her, clean a little, and heat up meals. I definitely think there is a need for people that can grocery shop, do light cleaning, meal prep, etc. You'll be successful at whatever you!!
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Baby
Member
01-08-2006
| Friday, February 03, 2006 - 8:33 pm
Thanks Lucy! I don't know about where Skootz lives, but here in my town, that type of service is definitely needed. I know for me, my friend Nonna cuts my hair along with other things she helps me with..mostly shopping, some cleaning and odd type jobs and also organizing! The doc said she can even draw my blood since she is licensed to do that also!
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Skootz
Member
07-23-2003
| Saturday, February 04, 2006 - 6:49 am
You guys are awesome, love the sites, ideas etc., I think will start off doing light cleaning and organizing and go from there. I will also approach friends and tell them of my idea and if they say my place needs organizing....I would offer my services to get myself going. I also need a name.......ideas please My rl name is Colleen
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Hukdonreality
Member
09-29-2003
| Saturday, February 04, 2006 - 9:10 am
I've been interested in doing that exact same thing, Skootz! I know that you can get certified as a "professional organizer" which lends credibility. I just get hung up on the whole tax/business thing, but know that I could organize a garbage dump and make it look good. Let me know if you get yourself started and maybe I'll feed off of your initiative! I'm also really really interested in flipping houses. I have the capital to buy a cruddy house and for the renovation stuff, again, it's just the business part of it that holds me back. I need a kick in the pants I think! Name: how about "Clean By Colleen"
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Holly
Member
06-19-2005
| Saturday, February 04, 2006 - 9:18 am
Clutterless Colleen ? Clutter-Free Colleen?
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Justavice
Member
11-22-2005
| Saturday, February 04, 2006 - 9:35 am
How about C'lean?
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Skootz
Member
07-23-2003
| Saturday, February 04, 2006 - 9:49 am
omg...that is too great justavice...never would of even thought of that being the same way you can pronounce my name keep m' coming
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Baby
Member
01-08-2006
| Saturday, February 04, 2006 - 11:58 am
Not sure about this one..just now having my coffee and waking up for the day, so I am not too with it yet. If In Doubt, Don't Throw It Out - Call Colleen's Clutter Free!
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Cndeariso
Member
06-28-2004
| Saturday, February 04, 2006 - 1:13 pm
Clutter be Gone Get Organized are you looking for a business name or business slogan?
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Skootz
Member
07-23-2003
| Saturday, February 04, 2006 - 1:27 pm
business name
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Skootz
Member
07-23-2003
| Monday, February 06, 2006 - 2:30 pm
Please help me find a business name..I have decided to go ahead with the business. I will be doing light cleaning and organizing for people. I will organize and clean closets, cupboards etc., Any help (other than what was posted above) is appreciated. Thanks!
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Cndeariso
Member
06-28-2004
| Monday, February 06, 2006 - 2:36 pm
Straighten Out Where Did I Put That? RUOrganized?
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