64 episodes

🌟 Meet Melanie Summers, Your ADHD Organizing Expert! 🌟

One of the Pacific Northwest’s go-to professional organizers. Specializing in ADHD organizing and productivity, Melanie transforms spaces and lives. As the owner of I Speak Organized, she’s on a mission to revolutionize the organizing industry.

🎙️ Dive Deeper: Tune in to ”The Speak Organized Podcast” for exclusive interviews with organizers worldwide. Get an insider’s look into the world of professional home organizing and discover what it takes to thrive in this dynamic field.

📺 Watch & Learn: Melanie’s YouTube channel is a treasure trove of free content, packed with expert tips and tricks for creating harmonious spaces for your clients and beyond.

🚀 Launch Your Organizing Empire: New to the industry? Melanie’s a seasoned business coach, empowering aspiring organizers to banish imposter syndrome, grasp business essentials, and launch their dream organizing ventures. Unearth the blueprint for success!

🌐 Ready to Elevate Your Organizing Game? Book a coaching call with Melanie at www.ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer. Start your journey toward becoming a highly skilled organizer with a thriving, professional business today! 🗂️🏠

The Speak Organized Podcast Melanie Summers

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    • 5.0 • 7 Ratings

🌟 Meet Melanie Summers, Your ADHD Organizing Expert! 🌟

One of the Pacific Northwest’s go-to professional organizers. Specializing in ADHD organizing and productivity, Melanie transforms spaces and lives. As the owner of I Speak Organized, she’s on a mission to revolutionize the organizing industry.

🎙️ Dive Deeper: Tune in to ”The Speak Organized Podcast” for exclusive interviews with organizers worldwide. Get an insider’s look into the world of professional home organizing and discover what it takes to thrive in this dynamic field.

📺 Watch & Learn: Melanie’s YouTube channel is a treasure trove of free content, packed with expert tips and tricks for creating harmonious spaces for your clients and beyond.

🚀 Launch Your Organizing Empire: New to the industry? Melanie’s a seasoned business coach, empowering aspiring organizers to banish imposter syndrome, grasp business essentials, and launch their dream organizing ventures. Unearth the blueprint for success!

🌐 Ready to Elevate Your Organizing Game? Book a coaching call with Melanie at www.ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer. Start your journey toward becoming a highly skilled organizer with a thriving, professional business today! 🗂️🏠

    From Clutter to Clarity: How to Thrive in Professional Organizing & Productivity Coaching | Natalie's Journey

    From Clutter to Clarity: How to Thrive in Professional Organizing & Productivity Coaching | Natalie's Journey

    Discover how Natalie transformed from a traditional organizer to a virtual productivity guru on this episode of the Speak Organized Podcast. Dive deep into her journey from in-person sessions in Chicago to mastering digital organization and productivity coaching. Learn how to leverage AI for daily efficiency, adapt to a virtual business model, and create systems that help maintain both physical and digital spaces tidy. Natalie shares personal anecdotes and professional tips that will inspire and equip you to elevate your organizing game. Whether you're a budding organizer or looking to streamline your life, this episode is packed with actionable insights. 🌟
    Key Takeaways
    Transformation Journey: Hear how Natalie evolved her business to fully virtual offerings and expanded into productivity coaching.
    Productivity Insights: Learn how organizing can be a powerful gateway to improving daily productivity with real-life examples.
    Digital Organizing Tips: Explore effective strategies for managing digital clutter, from emails to digital photos.
    Leveraging AI: Get practical tips on using AI to boost your productivity and organizing efforts, including making meal plans and managing to-do lists.
     
    Special Offers 👇
     
    Ready to transform your organizing hobby into a booming business? Join 'From Overlooked to Overbooked' Let me guide you from beginner to pro. This course is your key to mastering how to fill your calendar with dream clients, effortlessly handling SEO, marketing, and networking like a natural. Click here to sign up and start packing your schedule with eager clients. Spots are limited—act now and make your organizing business unstoppable!✨
    http://www.melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked 
     
    Need help figuring out your next steps in starting or growing your pro organizing business? Schedule a low cost consultation with me and get ALL your questions answered! Hurry and get on my calendar before it fills up for the month 😱👇
    http://www.ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer 
     
    Grab my complete Pro Organizer Forms Pack - NINE done-for-you forms that are 100% customizable 👇 USE CODE YTPRO8 for $8 OFF at checkout.
    https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack  

    Connect with Natalie 👇
     
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getorganizedgirlgang 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorganizedaesthetic  
    Website: https://www.theorganizedaesthetic.com/ 

    Connect with Melanie! 👇
     
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ispeakorganized   
    Facebook - https://www.fb.com/ispeakorganized  
    OR join my private Facebook group! https://www.fb.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw   
    Website - https://www.ispeakorganized.com 
    Join my email list - http://www.ispeakorganized.com/subscribe

    • 36 min
    Master Move Management: Secrets to Building a Successful Home Organizing Business

    Master Move Management: Secrets to Building a Successful Home Organizing Business

    Dive into the world of professional home organizing with Marisa from MacMom Organizing! In this empowering episode, Marisa shares her journey of mastering move management and reveals how you can transform this niche into a thriving part of your organizing business. From leveraging realtor partnerships to managing the logistics of packing and unpacking, 
    Marisa offers valuable insights mixed with a touch of humor and relatability. If you're looking to upscale your organizing business or dive into the lucrative world of move management, this episode is your go-to guide for making it happen! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more insider tips on professional organizing!
    Key Takeaways:
    💪 Empower Your Organizing Business: Learn how Marisa turned move management into a key growth area for her organizing business.
    🫶 Insider Tips on Collaboration: Discover how partnering with realtors, stagers, and moving companies can bring you high-value clients.
    🛠️ Practical Tools and Strategies: Get insights into the simple yet effective tools that can streamline your organizing projects, including Google Sheets and QR codes.
    🌎 Real-World Examples: Hear about real-life scenarios where move management made a significant impact on client satisfaction and business success.
    🤝  Boost Your Business through Networking: Uncover the potential of networking and how building relationships can lead to a successful move management service.
    Special Offers 👇
    Ready to transform your organizing hobby into a booming business? Join 'From Overlooked to Overbooked' Let me guide you from beginner to pro. This course is your key to mastering how to fill your calendar with dream clients, effortlessly handling SEO, marketing, and networking like a natural. Click here to sign up and start packing your schedule with eager clients. Spots are limited—act now and make your organizing business unstoppable!✨ http://www.melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked 
     
    Need help figuring out your next steps in starting or growing your pro organizing business? Schedule a low cost consultation with me and get ALL your questions answered! Hurry and get on my calendar before it fills up for the month 😱👇http://www.ispeakorganized.com/become-a-professional-organizer
     
    Grab my complete Pro Organizer Forms Pack - NINE done-for-you forms that are 100% customizable 👇 USE CODE YTPRO8 for $8 OFF at checkout.https://melaniesummerscoaching.com/po-forms-pack
     
    Connect with Marisa👇
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/macmomorganizing  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macmomorganizing/   Website: https://www.macmomorganizing.com/ 
    Connect with Melanie! 👇
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ispeakorganized   Facebook - https://www.fb.com/ispeakorganized OR join my private Facebook group! https://www.fb.com/groups/ispeakorganizedpnw    Website - https://www.ispeakorganized.com  Join my email list - http://www.ispeakorganized.com/subscribe 

    • 45 min
    How to Take Calculated Risks for Business Success

    How to Take Calculated Risks for Business Success

    Join us as we dive into the essentials of taking calculated risks to propel your business forward. Learn how to assess risks intelligently, hear real-life success stories, and get inspired to step out of your comfort zone. Don't miss out on key strategies that could unlock new opportunities for your enterprise!
     
    Special Offer 👇
    Unlock the secrets to a thriving organizing business with my mini-course, "From Overlooked to Overbooked: Mastering the Art of Client Acquisition." Dive into proven strategies for attracting dream clients, boosting visibility, and networking like a pro. For a limited time, save $25 with code SAVEBIG25 until April 15th. Transform your passion into success – enroll now and let's get you booked and busy!
    Register here: http://www.melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked 
     
    Empowering Insights:
    Embrace Calculated Risks: Understand the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone to foster business growth. Calculated risks are necessary steps on the path to success.Promote Yourself Courageously: Learn to handle social media exposure and public engagement as necessary elements of business visibility. It’s about attracting the right clients while naturally repelling those who are not a fit.
     
    Bold Actions:
    Initiate Bold Projects: Starting significant initiatives like a podcast or blog can set you apart in your industry. It shows leadership and thoughtfulness in your field.Raise Your Rates: Discuss the courage and strategy behind optimizing your pricing to reflect the value you provide, encouraging sustainability and better client engagement.
     
    Relatable Experiences:
    Common Fears and Overcoming Them: Share personal anecdotes about the fears of failure and rejection that many face and how you've navigated these challenges.Community and Collaboration: Emphasize the strength found in community and collaboration within the industry, highlighting how relationships can lead to mutual growth and opportunities.
     
    Vulnerable Moments:
    Personal Growth Through Challenges: Talk about personal experiences and lessons learned from taking risks, such as starting the podcast and adjusting to entrepreneurial life.Navigating Client Relationships: Discuss the emotional aspects of entrepreneurship, like dealing with client feedback and the internal pressures to succeed.

    • 22 min
    Unlocking Growth: How Letting Go of Control Can Transform Your Business

    Unlocking Growth: How Letting Go of Control Can Transform Your Business

    Join us for a transformative discussion on letting go of control in your business. Discover how delegation and trusting your team can lead to greater efficiency, reduced stress, and substantial growth. We'll cover practical tips on how to start delegating, build trust among your team members, and share personal success stories to inspire you. Tune in to learn how to loosen your grip and let your business soar!
     
    Special Offer 👇
    Unlock the secrets to a thriving organizing business with my mini-course, "From Overlooked to Overbooked: Mastering the Art of Client Acquisition." Dive into proven strategies for attracting dream clients, boosting visibility, and networking like a pro. For a limited time, save $25 with code SAVEBIG25 until April 15th. Transform your passion into success – enroll now and let's get you booked and busy!
    Register here: http://www.melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked 
     
    Key Takeaways:
    Embrace the Uncomfortable
    Growth Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone: Recognize that feeling overwhelmed or fearful when starting something new is a sign of growth, not weakness. Embracing discomfort can lead to personal and professional development.
    Overcoming Perfectionism
    Let Go of Control: Learn that letting go and trusting others with aspects of your business can lead to greater productivity and reduced stress. Delegating doesn't mean losing quality—it means building a team where everyone excels.
    Build Strong Networks
    Community Over Competition: Engage with other professionals in your field. Collaborative relationships can enhance your business's quality and reach. Networking helps in sharing resources, referrals, and support, which is invaluable.
    Invest in Teamwork
    Delegation is Key to Success: Identify tasks that others can handle better or more efficiently. Hiring or partnering effectively can let you focus on your strengths, improving overall business performance.
    Acknowledge and Address Fears
    Facing Fears Directly Enhances Resilience: Discussing fears and vulnerabilities openly can strengthen your resolve and empower others facing similar challenges. It shows strength to confront what scares us.
    Continuous Learning and Adaptation
    Be Open to Feedback and New Ideas: Always be willing to learn and adapt. Feedback is a valuable tool for improvement. Encourage a culture where feedback is sought out and valued, leading to continuous personal and business growth.

    • 30 min
    Mastering Resilience: Key to Thriving in Business and Life

    Mastering Resilience: Key to Thriving in Business and Life

    Join us for a powerful livestream session where we delve into the essence of resilience and its transformative impact on your professional and personal life. Discover practical strategies to enhance your resilience, hear inspiring real-life stories of bouncing back from setbacks, and learn how to stay focused and adaptable in the face of adversity. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to strengthen your personal resolve, this session will equip you with the tools you need to thrive in any situation.
    Special Offer 👇
    Unlock the secrets to a thriving organizing business with my mini-course, "From Overlooked to Overbooked: Mastering the Art of Client Acquisition." Dive into proven strategies for attracting dream clients, boosting visibility, and networking like a pro. For a limited time, save $25 with code SAVEBIG25 until April 15th. Transform your passion into success – enroll now and let's get you booked and busy!
    Register here: http://www.melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked 
     
    Key Takeaways from today's Livestream: The Importance of Resilience
    1. Resilience is Key to Overcoming Business Challenges:Understanding resilience is crucial as you navigate the ups and downs of starting and running a professional organizing business. It's about staying strong and persistent, even when faced with setbacks.
    2. Transform Rejection into Opportunity:A compelling story shared involved turning a client's initial "no" into a "yes" through persistence and clear communication. This anecdote emphasizes that rejection can often be an invitation to provide more information and potentially secure a client.
    3. Perseverance Pays Off:Staying the course is vital. The livestream highlighted the importance of not giving up when encountering roadblocks or when things get tough. Perseverance is what separates successful entrepreneurs from those who falter.
    4. Embrace the Learning Curve:Each challenge and setback is a chance to learn and grow. Viewing failures as learning opportunities builds resilience and leads to greater business acumen and personal growth.
    5. The Role of Support Systems:Having a robust support system, including coaches, peers, and family, can greatly influence your ability to overcome doubts and continue pushing forward. Community and mentorship were stressed as invaluable resources.
    6. Educate and Reassure Your Clients:The importance of educating potential clients about the value of your services was discussed, particularly through the story of addressing a client’s concerns about pricing. This reinforces the need to communicate effectively and transparently with clients.
    7. Resilience Through Self-Care and Honest Reflection:Recognizing your own needs and limitations is as important as recognizing those of your business. Self-care and reflection lead to sustained personal and professional resilience.
    8. Don’t Take Rejections Personally:Rejections are often less about your shortcomings and more about the client's circumstances or needs. Learning not to take rejections personally can help maintain your focus and motivation.
    9. Build a Resilient Business Framework:Implementing strong business practices, such as proper pricing and marketing strategies, supports resilience. Knowing how to navigate business operations smoothly can mitigate many common stressors faced by new entrepreneurs.

    • 23 min
    Conquering Self-Doubt: Essential Strategies for Entrepreneurs

    Conquering Self-Doubt: Essential Strategies for Entrepreneurs

    Join us as we dive into effective strategies to conquer self-doubt and boost your confidence as an entrepreneur. Learn how to acknowledge and overcome the inner critic that can hinder your business growth.
    Discover tips and personal insights that will empower you to trust your instincts and embrace your abilities. Don’t miss out on transforming self-doubt into a powerful tool for success!
     
    Special Offer 👇 Unlock the secrets to a thriving organizing business with my mini-course, "From Overlooked to Overbooked: Mastering the Art of Client Acquisition." Dive into proven strategies for attracting dream clients, boosting visibility, and networking like a pro.
    Transform your passion into success – enroll now and let's get you booked and busy!
    Register here: http://www.melaniesummerscoaching.com/overbooked
     
    Here are the key takeaways:
    Understanding Self-Doubt: Self-doubt is a natural part of the entrepreneurial journey. Recognizing and acknowledging this can be the first step towards overcoming it.
    Imposter Syndrome: Many entrepreneurs struggle with feeling unqualified or out of their depth. This 'imposter syndrome' is normal but can be combated with mindset shifts and practical steps.
    Practical Tips for Overcoming Self-Doubt: Focus on the value you bring to your clients, even if you're relatively new. You only need to be a few steps ahead of those you are helping. Utilize the support of community and mentors. Surrounding yourself with supportive people can significantly alleviate feelings of doubt.
    Invest in Yourself: Continuous learning and professional development can boost your confidence and help you provide more value to your clients. Embracing Vulnerability: Sharing personal stories and challenges enriches your connection with your audience. For instance, our new family cat, Dewberry, made a surprise appearance, reminding us that life’s unexpected moments can bring lightness and relatability.
    New Initiatives: The livestream also highlighted our upcoming course, "From Overlooked to Overbooked," aimed at mastering the art of client acquisition and empowering professional organizers to thrive in their businesses.
    Join Us: Tune in to our livestream series for more empowering discussions designed to help you navigate the challenges of building a successful organizing business. Don’t miss out on equipping yourself with the tools needed to turn self-doubt into self-assurance and success.

    • 27 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
7 Ratings

7 Ratings

narapea ,

Melanie knows her stuff! (No pun intended 😊)

Melanie is smart and fun! She speaks intelligently about the ins and outs of running a successful organizing business. Great guests who tell you about real and relatable ways they have built their businesses. So much to learn here and be inspired!

Jamie AZ ,

Useful, Fluff-Free Pod!

I’m so glad I found Melanie on YouTube! Her organizing content is so practical, tailored and her tips go beyond what many others can offer. She speaks with a cadence that’s easy to follow along with and literally NEVER says “um” or “uhh” (how do you do it Melanie?!). I’m just beginning my journey to professional organizing and have been bingeing her episodes & taking notes. Highly recommend to anyone needing practical advice in the organizing industry. 5/5 Melanie, thank you!

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