We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Buffy Werle. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Buffy below.

Hi Buffy, thanks for joining us today. What’s the backstory behind how you came up with the idea for your business?

I have always loved to organize. Since I had a degree in Organizational Behavior I had done some research about professional organizing. There are a few organizations committed to the trade so I knew it was a thing. I just didn’t realize it was possible for me to do as a living. What a dream!

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I kind of fell into it. I decided to quit a job I hate and I had nothing lined up to do instead. I knew giving myself no options would force me to get uncomfortable. Within a month I had my first client.

The first few years were slow going but I learned alot! I started networking, reading and practicing my craft. Over the years I’ve hoped into my favorite things to do. Help people pre pack and downsize before moving and help them unpack and settle in after they have moved.

if you start thinking about what you are moving along with you it’s easier to let go of things that no longer function in your livlfe.

I find that when people first move in is when clutter starts. If efficient systems aren’t created right away, things get out of control quickly. On the flip side if you really think about a space and how it will be used, it can create efficient functional systems from the start.

Otherwise, things of yesteryear are living in the space of things you’d use today. Then things you use today are spilling out or stacked on those things. Creating clutter

I am most proud of building a business that supports a team. We are able to help more people out from underneath clutter than I could on my own. What I would like people to know about our brand is that we care about our clients and their outcomes.

We understand the stress that being disorganized causes and we are honored to be the people to help them sort it out.

How did you put together the initial capital you needed to start your business?

I funded my business with money I had saved up before quitting my job. I used it to live simply until I had some money coming in. The good news is after 2 years I was able to pay myself back for the initial investment I made in the beginning. My business is profitable and pays for itself. I am grateful I made the leap and followed my dream and passion.

Let’s talk about resilience next – do you have a story you can share with us?

The thing about disorganization is that it’s stressful and can make a person feel like they are growing. Often times we are the life boat. On occassion it has felt like a client is taking us under with them. What I’ve learned over the years is how to manage expectations and to understand promise and over deliver.

I’ve also had to get good about putting down boundaries around my time. I’ve hadto learn to own up to my mistakes and also how to give back responsibility when it wasn’t mine to carry. They have been valuable lessons. Often painful but valuable.

I always tell people if you really want to find out where your triggers and vulnerabilities are, own a business. Or better yet, lead a team.

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