FAQ
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What is Virtual Organising? Virtual organising is a convenient and effective way to declutter and organise your space without needing in-person sessions. Through video calls and online tools, a professional organiser guides you step-by-step to achieve a clutter-free, organised environment. It combines coaching techniques to address mental and emotional aspects of clutter, helping you create lasting change from the comfort of your home.
How long will it take? Every space and every client I deal with is different. Over the years some rooms can take three hours to declutter an some five days, this depends on what your looking for and how much we need to sort through. Once we have had a chat (book here) I will be able to give you more of an idea on time frame and costs involved.
What is a Declutter Coach? Declutter coaching goes beyond just organising your space; it focuses on transforming your mindset and habits to create a sustainable, clutter-free lifestyle. Through this approach, you gain not only a more organised home but also increased clarity, reduced stress, and a greater sense of control over your environment and life.
Why should I work with Vickie? I asked a client to answer this one for me- Vickie is kind, understanding, and has a lot of experience. She makes the process easy and fun, helping you feel great about your space. If you're sick of being on the hamster wheel of clutter, Vickie is your girl. For all of her credentials check out the about me page here.
What do we do in a declutter session? In a coaching session, we talk about your goals, make a plan, and find ways to keep you motivated and on track with your organising. We work together to discover your strengths, so we can create systems that work for YOU!
What happens to all my stuff? During our session, we will sort every item into three piles, KEEP, TOSS, DONATE, from there we will restock your storage solutions with your KEEP items, DONATE your unused items to your charity of choice, and TOSS your rubbish in the bin. I can help arrange pick up and drop off of these items on the day. If it is a much bigger job we can organise a skip or trailer for the excess rubbish if required. Like I said earlier I will help you make decisions I will never make you throw anything away.
Do I have to be there for in person sessions? Yes & No. If we are able to have a very thorough walk through and you are able to give very precise instructions no you do not need to be onsite. However, I will leave a small amount of homework or require you for 20mins-30mins to go through a check list of items at the end of each session. This is just to ensure we are on the same page and to sort through any items I may be unsure of.
Are you going to make me throw everything away? No, I promise! We only get rid of things you don’t need or want. You decide what stays and what goes. This is a big part of coaching, where we determine what is really important to you and your lifestyle.
What do I do with all the stuff? We find the best places for your things. Items you don't need can be donated, sold, or recycled. We will work through all of this together, right down to where you drop it, or who can pick it up.
I get stuck with the donations leaving my house. How are you able to help with that when you aren't in my home? I can give you tips on where to donate and help you make a plan to get those items out of your house quickly. We will work through all of this together, right down to where you drop it, or who can pick it up.
I get tired and I don't think I can cope. We work at your pace, taking breaks when needed. I'll support and motivate you throughout the process.
What do we do in a virtual organising session? I can be your sounding board along the way. Help with those hard to answer questions, how much, how many, what should I keep and or let go? Did you know that the declutter process is about 80% metal work? This is why working with an expert can help speed up the process and stop that "maybe" pile building up. ​ During our sessions we can either work our way through a space and declutter together or I can just be a sounding board and an expert on the other end of the line.
How do we meet? Do I need a computer? We usually meet using video calls. Yes, you’ll need a computer, tablet, or smartphone with an internet connection. Don’t stress too much about this, I can send clear instructions on how to get connected. If all else fails, we can do it over the phone!