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This is my new idea, maybe it will stick. I'm going to list 5 things that I think every professional organizer should have. Note: These 5 things are "my choices", I realize every organizer is different and in no way am I trying to insinuate the "norm". Just my opinion. 


1. A notepad, lined for sure, no matter the color. Somewhere to write everything. If you've ever had that client that goes 1 million miles an hour, and gives you no time to think, this will be your best friend. Make sure with this first item, you get yourself a slew of pens or pencils. I've lost and gained at least 100 in my 3 years on the job. 

2. A rag, clean (in my preference I use bright white.) Just imagine all the dust you'll find when moving and rearranging those precious trinkets from shelf to shelf. You're going to thank me when your client remarks and thanks you for the job well done. Remember to be thorough. You don't want to have to backtrack or be embarrassed by the client finding somewhere you missed. 

3. A box, never leave home without it. The common legal size box, (obtainable at your local office supply store) will be your "right hand man". This box can hold anything, it can be a transfer station, a permanent home, a catch all for a cluttered area, it's like a Transformer action figure. Whatever you choose, it's guaranteed to be used, and overall gratefully appreciated (in it's ready state) by those clients we all know and love. 

4. A plastic grocery bag, not something you'd hear everyday, but I know I need them quite often. Here's a scenario...Say your tackling a clients office, or better yet kitchen cupboards. This client has made his/her clutter so evident, that there's trash (crumpled up paper, or dried food, etc.) inside the area you're cleaning/organizing. What do you do? You get the plastic bag out of your back pocket, and fill that baby to the BRIM! If you've come to need another bag, remember that for next time and stock your pockets full of them. Another reason for your clients to be thrilled with their experience. 

5. Last but definitely not least.....A permanent marker! This is in a different class than a normal pen or pencil (see #1). A Sharpie is a necessity for writing on plastic tubs, or manila folders, or boxes....anything and everything this item will mark it, and make it noticeable for future eyes to see. 

So there you have it! A list of my opinions on what every "Professional Organizer" should bring to the job and have on the job, at all times. Of course there are more things to ponder over i.e. a step stool (for those hard to reach shelves or cupboards.) A back brace (for bending over the right way.) You name it, we've seen it, used it, and probably wished we had it on the job. This list might save you from missing something you've always thought would be a helpful addition to your tools of your trade. 

Please comment below if you have any questions or comments on my list. 

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