Today we’d like to introduce you to Nina Jenkins.

Hi Nina, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?

The best advice that I had received during my high school career was: “If you find employment that involves doing something that you love, then you will love going to work each day.” Sound advice, but it was much easier for me to hear than to actually apply to my life.
After working as a scheduler in the Tutoring department in college, as a waitress at a cozy neighborhood cafe, as a merchandiser in a few department stores, etc., I quickly figured out that none of these jobs were my passion.
In my personal life I would volunteer to help friends and family pack and I also would spend hours helping them to organize their kitchens and closets. I could organize almost anything for hours without feeling as if I was actually working. The people who I helped kept telling me that I should make a career out of bringing order to and beautifying other people’s personal spaces. So, in a nutshell…here I am!

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?

I have encountered a few bumps in the road and I expect that there will be more to come. Financing a business is always the hardest part. Because I am determined not to apply for a business loan, my journey has been very slow. I rely on word-of-mouth for my main method of advertising. While this is a tried-and-true method it is not the only avenue that I’ve chosen to spread the word about my business and the services that I provide; I have had to learn how to navigate social media platforms too.

There is so much hard, and sometimes, tedious work that has to be done behind the scenes that provides no monetary value. I am grateful for my family and friends who cheer me on when they can see that I am feeling a bit discouraged.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?

My business offers de-cluttering, closet/supply closet/pantry/kitchen/office organization, and packing/unpacking services.
I take a very personal approach by having conversations with a potential client. I listen to what they say, as well as to what they don’t, say to help me figure out their needs. During the free thirty minute consultation, I walk through the space and allow the potential client to show me how they move through their space daily.
I am most proud that my previous clients have said that they most appreciate my kindness and compassion towards others.
When I was younger, I would sometimes watch The Oprah Show with my mom. On one episode, Oprah said that a person’s home should welcome them when they walk through the doors. She also had a segment with interior designer, Nate Beekus. I was so inspired that I watched every episode that he was on because he designed spaces that were warm and cozy, comfortable and neat. I feel like any space that a person has to spend at least eight hours in every day should welcome them every time they cross the threshold. In order to feel at peace, I think that the space should be clean and tidy and full of items that the person loves and can easily access. This contributes to contentment and happiness.

Alright so before we go can you talk to us a bit about how people can work with you, collaborate with you or support you?

I appreciate local businesses who have an information board for their community. I carry around flyers so that I can hang one up in these information boards. I have found that networking by trading services and writing positive reviews has helped to promote my business.

I haven’t had the chance to collaborate with another entrepreneur yet, but I would love to create content for my Instagram page with someone who has more experience as an organizer than I do.

Pricing:

• Pricing varies from project to project
• De-cluttering services baseline $25/hour

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @kee.organizers