In my career as a professional home organizer, I’ve worked with many clients through the years, in all different stages of organizing. Some clients need help in the early stages of , while others think they are in good shape and want a professional to help them finesse their spaces. But no matter what stage a client is at, I find they almost neglect one of these three key factors when When you finally get around to organizing, it’s easy to go overboard by creating rigid systems using specific bins and detailed labels.
This is mistake number one. Instead, you want to create a flexible organizational system that will evolve with you as your needs change. One way to ensure flexibility in your organization system is to purchase readily available products that are not often changed or discontinued.
Avoid in the clearance section or at discount stores, and instead, buy them at stores you know will carry the same products for at least a few years. If you need more bins that coordinate, you will easily be able to find them. Along those lines, purchase generic bins that you can move from room to room for various purposes.
I tend to purchase two to three different bin designs that work with the home’s style and can be mixed and matched for different needs. Finally, ensure flexible organizational systems using board categories on your written labels. Narrow categories may make you feel more organized initially, but they don’t offer the flexibility the average household needs and.