We recently connected with D’Nai Walker and have shared our conversation below.
D’Nai, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Let’s go back in time a bit – can you share a story of a time when you learned an important lesson during your education?
I studied Public Relations in college and remember a professor telling the class that we have to learn how to figure things out for ourselves. This was after one of my classmates asked a line of questions regarding how and where to find the answers for something she was working on. His response always stuck with me. “In life, the answers are not always going to be given to you. You have to put in the work and figure it out.”
Lord knows this has been true as a business owner. From figuring out my niche, learning how to find clients, understanding what it takes to be a good leader, you name it- I’ve had to figure out what resources to use and learn as I go.
Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.
I started my home organizing business, D’Clutter by D’Nai, after experiencing a layoff from a corporate sales position. After watching “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo,” I really leaned into learning all about how to make spaces function better and being intentional about what you bring into and keep in your home.
We help busy professionals and families navigate life’s transitions with less stress and more clarity at home. Whether they’re moving to a new home, downsizing, preparing for a new baby, or simply ready for a fresh start, we create simplified, functional spaces that are easy to maintain and support the way they live.
My team and I truly take the time to understand the client’s pain points and help to create systems that are customized to the way they flow at home.
It warms my heart everytime I read a review that shares how D’Clutter by D’Nai has made a positive impact in my client’s life.
Can you talk to us about how your side-hustle turned into something more.
When I first started my business, I was doing it simply to earn money while looking for another full-time position. I started off by picking up jobs through a gig app and posting flyers online.
I knew that in order for me to generate more income, I’d have to take on bigger jobs and turn them around faster, so I started writing out quarterly goals to plan out my growth. A huge part of this was focusing on networking and meeting other businesses who can benefit by referring my services. Another big component was finding team members to work alongside with.
We’re still learning as we go- but it feels really good to be able to assist more people and help others earn income as well.
What’s been the most effective strategy for growing your clientele?
Building relationships with a variety of referral partners has been instrumental in growing my business. The professionals and other companies I partner with have helped open up opportunities that I would have never come across. I am grateful for the other business owners I’ve worked with and learn something from them every time we meet.
In the early days of my business, I avoided networking, but now I enjoy getting out there and meeting other business owners in my community. These are my people- they just get it!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.dclutterbydnai.com
- Instagram: @dclutterbydnai
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dclutterbydnai
