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what folks have said about my work...
“Since I moved to a new classroom this year, I had to do more than just rearrange and re-organize. I had to rebuild. Ellen helped me to begin by thinking globally. What do I want the big picture to look like? What will I need to accomplish today to feel as though I have been productive? She also helped me to narrow down and focus on one task at a time while prioritizing which one needed to come first, second, and so on. Just another set of hands makes a great difference, but sometimes having someone to guide you (and sometimes push you to get the work done) is what leaves you with the feeling of complete success. From arranging student desks to connecting extension wires, from desk drawers to cabinet shelves, and from storing unused materials to decorating walls, my feelings of overwhelmed and impossible changed to prepared and confident with a little help from a fantastic organizer. Thanks professional-organizer.com! Ellen, you're the best!”
— Classroom, Spring, TX
“Hire a professional! Where do we get the idea we should somehow develop a skill if it has not happened in fifty-seven years? Do I still yearn to be more organized, yes. I still have to work harder in systems. Ellen and I have systems geared to me. It is different now because I am different. I look up because I know my gifts are many and I shine! I can give in those areas, areas others cannot. It was profound when I realized I needed training from Ellen, and that was OK. If she wanted to paint she would need training from me. People go to cooking school, they hire party planners, accountants paid for their expertise, people look to teachers to learn to swim, to sew, etc. they even hire people to help them with fashion. I hired Ellen because my brain does not and never will work like hers. Her giftedness lies in her love of people like me. She is an encourager, she lets me make my own decisions, and keeps my secrets. For one of the first times I do not feel judged.”
— Artist studio, Kingwood, TX
“My mother (in Houston) had accumulated many things in her home over the years due to her busy work schedule and some physical injuries. This past holiday season she said that I could come and de-clutter her home. After I got back to Chicago, I thought about the cleaning process more and did some research to find out what issues might occur if a family member de-clutters another family member's home. I discovered that this process could create tension, thus I sought out a third-party professional to assist. This is how I found Ellen Delap. In addition to being a neutral third-party with wonderful organizational skills, Ellen is sensitive to a person's emotions regarding their belongings and knows just how to nudge them along to let things go. I, along with my four brothers, who were also involved in the decision to hire Ellen, are extremely pleased with the wonderfully de-cluttered state of our mother's home. My mother couldn't be happier and thanks us almost daily. My mother loved working with Ellen and her assistant Lisa.”
— Residential organizing, Houston, TX
“I can't thank my daughter, 4 sons (and their respective spouses), as well as Ellen and Lisa enough for "liberating" me from years of "accumulation"!. . . Now . . as I coast into retirement, I feel that both myself and my home have been "rejuvenated" . . much, much thanks to the caring and generosity of my 5 kiddos, and the expertise of one Ellen Delap. Oh yes, did I mention that I am also thoroughly enjoying the new-found friendship I've acquired with both Ellen and her sidekick, Lisa!. What an incredible experience this has been, as is the invaluable information and ability I've aquired to maintain my new-found 'liberation'. ”
— Residential organizing, Kingwood, TX
“I am already working on some of your tips for my husband - a label maker is on my shopping list! He says he never knows where anything goes so that is why he never unloads the dishwasher or folds the laundry! We have been married 27 years and in this house for 12 -- the dishes and laundry have been going in the same places for all that time and he says he still doesn't know -- go figure! Labeling should solve this challenge!”
— Residential organizing, Conroe, TX
“I am proud to tell you that with all your help, I passed all my classes! I want to thank you so much for all your support, and help this entire school year. I learned to never give up, and how to efficiently organize my work. I've been having an amazing summer, especially since I'm not going to summer school. I hope you have a great summer and I'm looking forward to see you next year to keep all my stuff organized! ”
— Student, Kingwood, Texas
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“I contacted Ellen Delap as an organizer to get a two office space organized and coordinated after increasing job responsibilities required adding an extra office to my already busy job schedule. My expectations were that the work flow and files would be organized in a way that would allow me to float between the 2 responsibilities in a more fluid manner. The first meeting with Ellen started with more global issues than my files. Not only am I more organized with my office routine, but my life in general is more organized!!! I am so grateful and a lot more organized in all areas of my life. It has even rubbed off on my husband. Thank you Ellen for doing your magic!!! Now the next step is my kitchen.”
— Medical Office, Houston, Texas
“Our house seems so much bigger now! Before I started working with Ellen, we had piles of toys and other items thrown into closets that it was impossible to find anything. Now everything and every toy has a specific place that it makes it so much easier to find things and to put it away after using it. Thanks, Ellen for getting us (me) organized!”
— Residential organizing, Houston, TX
“Before Ellen helped me in our clinic, everything was haphazardly piled on top of piles. I could not find what I need and spend countless hours looking for a certain document. How we solved this problem was scheduling quite a few hours just going over documents, bills, papers. After putting together items together, we created a filing system with numerous inner folders and labeled them. Now it is such a breeze to file and to look for whatever document I need. Also, it is very easy to archive paper's of years past. We organized a few years back and still the system works. Thanks, Ellen. You made my office such an efficient and a very pleasant place to go to every morning!”
— Medical Office, Houston, TX
“We feel so blessed to have found Ellen to help our son learn to "do school". As a teenager, he has struggled with organizational skills for too long, but Ellen and her positive attitude has helped change all that. She is so wonderful and able to balance accountability with positive reinforcement. Our son is willing (most of the time) to follow her advice and finds he is far less stressed and able to get his assignments finished on time. We can't thank Ellen enough.”
— Student Organizing Parent, Kingwood, Texas
“Working with Ellen brought back the organizing person within me! I was highly organized and things got out of control. I hired her because working with her actually made money for me by saving my time and energy to get the papers in order. Ellen is very efficient at what she does and she makes your existing systems work better for you. I wish I had taken a photo to show the difference it has made in my home office!”
— Home Office Client, Houston, Texas
“Ellen creates a trust relationship and helps you clarify your needs. She intuitively coaches you forward and helps you find success in clearing clutter and energizing you.”
— Home Client, Kingwood, Texas
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“The benefit of Ellen’s work from a parent perspective was to see a tremendous improvement in our son's organizational skills and his grades. This improvement came about by implementing the suggestions you were able to provide in a non-biased approach. Sometimes when the suggestions are made by parents, the kids feel like fault is being placed on their performance.”
— Student Organizing Parent, Kingwood, Texas
“Organizing my school work with Ellen helped me to get my backpack and area clean and this impacted my grades significantly. I have better strategies for preparing for tests and homework. The planner is a tool that has helped.”
— Student, Kingwood, Texas
“Your organizational tips on your website made your services a clear choice for me. After our first session, I was empowered to become organized. In the past, I was overwhelmed, anxious and depressed. I am extremely happy, joyous and able to breath. I feel liberation, freedom and a major weight have been lifted from my shoulders and mind. By setting up my filing system, we found receipts, coupons, etc which totaled an excess of $200.00 just during my first session. I am very excited about my future, finances and filing.”
— Home Residential Client, Houston, Texas
“You won't believe how easy it is to get ready in the morning and I am not using my "usual" outfits. It's something "new" something that's “oh, I -forgot -I had- this- skirt” type-of-thing. And I was able to pull a necklace that goes well with the outfit. I don't know why people just overlook the power of an organizer and the power of an organized environment. Thank you!!”
— Home Residential Client, Atascocita, Texas
“The benefits of our work from a parent perspective is that they need a second opinion and a second voice to help them help their child. The benefits of our work from my student's perspective is that they appreciate the simplicity of methods – single notebook, using the planner and helping them learn to learn. ”
— Counselor/Student Organizing, Kingwood, Texas
“Peace of mind is one of life's conditions that you don't appreciate until it's gone. I knew I felt frustrated and inept: every room in my house was cluttered and I spent hours frantically searching for important papers I “just saw a minute ago.”
Sure, I had great intentions. I bought bins and nifty organization tools. I ordered how-to books. In the end, I spent way too much time and money on gadgets and quick fixes. I needed serious help. Fortunately, I met Ellen. She takes the fear out of tackling clutter by calmly coaching you through each step. She's a roll-up-the-sleeves-and-get-started kind of gal. Together, we sorted, tossed, reorganized and labeled. My life began to take on a sense of order and accomplishment. I felt liberated.
So, here's my advice: Call Ellen, roll up your sleeves and get started. Because the value of peace of mind? Priceless.”
— Home Office and Home Organizing Client, Kingwood, Texas
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"Thanks so much for all your help! I have been so pleased with my new found space. I am taken aback when I walk in to my office. It's so orderly-at least my desk. As I find more office supplies, I add to my clear bags. My “to do” list in the home section has been a big help. I got 16 things done after work on Tuesday and I am feeling so in control. Every day I get more and more accomplished."
— Residential Organizing Client, Houston, Texas
“My son needed help organizing his papers and sharpening his study skills in high school. Ellen had a wonderful way of connecting with him and understanding what specific tips and guidance he needed. My son said she was a big help getting him to use his daily planner in a most productive way and that it has helped him continue to keep up with his assignments in college. ”
— Student and Parent Organizing Clients, Kingwood, Texas
"Ellen is easy to work with and helps with everything, from the big picture to the smallest detail. Always cheerful and professional, she will pitch right in and do the work with you. We completely reorganized my sunroom (it had become an unusable catch-all), my office, walk-in pantry, front hall closet, under stair storage area, and dining room service closet. We found new ways to use all these areas. When you see how much you can accomplish in a small amount of time, tackling an organizing task on your own becomes less and less daunting and soon becomes a habit that you do for fun! I've continued with the work and the “mindset” now that our sessions are finished and I am amazed at the sense of peace and order it brings. When your house works, everything else is easier. Thanks, Ellen!"
— Residential and Home Office Organizing Client, Houston, Texas
"Ellen builds on your successes. Her willingness to find out what I've done and what worked before suggesting new ideas was great. Ellen taught me to put items into specific categories and logical locations. It made sense to me and I can find everything readily. I know what I have to use too. I feel like I'm in control of my stuff now. Thanks a million!"
— Residential and Home Office Organizing Client, Houston, Texas
"As a first year elementary teacher, I found Ellen's services really make a difference in my classroom. It's easy to feel overwhelmed by all the paperwork and teaching resources, but she really helped think about the best way for me to keep things organized! It is very empowering to feel like you have a system in place! It has helped me feel like I can really do my job to the best of my ability. I think having someone there to calmly guide you through the organizational process really helps. Ellen's services have given me peace of mind and the confidence to keep my classroom organized!"
— School Organizing Client, Kingwood, Texas
"Having Ellen come and help me get my office organized has been priceless. In the past, my desk (and floor) was always covered with papers. I had papers stacked by projects and frankly they were a distraction for me. With so many projects to accomplish, sometimes I didn’t know where to start. Ellen came in and in just one hour had made multiple suggestions that I have implemented. Today, my desk is neat and organized. I have a filing system that works for me. I have implemented a work schedule that helps me stay focused on my priorities. Now, I don’t feel overwhelmed by the amount of work I have to do. I actually feel empowered to do it. Being organized has made such a significant difference in how I feel about my job. I highly recommend Ellen and Professional-Organizer.com. She is fantastic!! She has put me back in charge of my life by helping me get organized. You won’t believe how empowering it can be."
— Office Client, Houston, Texas
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"How right you were! For a little peace and serenity all I have to do is stand in my closet! I’ve already tackled another major disaster in my home! Thanks!"
— Residential Client, Kingwood, Texas
"I enjoyed working with Ellen. I had certain areas that I’ve struggled with for a long time. Ellen was able to focus on the problems and help me to get them under control. My closets and cabinets are organized at last. And I finally can get all my activities covered in a week! Thanks! "
— Residential Client, Spring, Texas
"Ellen helped with reorganizing my kitchen. I loved the feel of the space when I was finished. Even better was the motivation to do other areas of the house. If I open a closet or cupboard I now want to organize it."
— Residential Client, Kingwood, Texas
"I recently worked with Ellen at Professional-Organizer.com
and was very pleased with the results. Our home had become
disorganized and somewhat chaotic. It seemed like too much
needed to be done and I didn't know where to start. After
3 sessions with Ellen, my home and life are in control again.
I spend much less time looking for things, and helping things
in their place has become a habit for my whole family. We
are all so proud of our home and ourselves! Thank you Ellen!"
— Residential Client, Houston, Texas
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"I have an active family with 2 young children
who are constantly at my feet. My home was filled with laundry,
toys, and much more! Ellen came in and accepted the disaster
with calm reassurance and coaching! Each visit we had I
learned more and more about organizing, and knew the importance
this would have on my children's well being and outlook.
As she says, organizing is a "quest" and I am so glad she
is along side me on this journey!"
— Residential Client, Summerwood, Texas
"Working with Ellen I realized the importance of having
a system for my papers and also having routines to keep
me in order. Each time we met she gave me "homework" between
our sessions so I incorporated the work we had done into
my every day activities. I can find it all now in my home
office, and have the confidence to keep the paperwork up
to date."
— Home Office Client, Spring, Texas
"Ellen gave me the reassurance and positive reinforcement
during each session to get it all together. Most importantly
it was the little things that she helped me with, like guiding
my decisions on decluttering, helping me focus on the organizing
and giving away extra items in our home. She created a list
of clothing and home item donations and calculated my tax
donations with It's Deductible. My husband
was so impressed that he said she has paid for her visits
with the donation receipts!"
— Residential Client, Kingwood, Texas
"We just moved into a new home and a new baby. The
project room was a "catch all" room. Ellen helped me transform
that completely useless room. Now I am no longer embarrassed
to have family and friends over!"
— Residential Client, Houston, Texas
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"My
organizational skills are horrible. I did not know where
to begin or end. Thank you for making sense of my mess.
You separated and categorized and labeled, and now I can
find everything. It takes me a lot less time to do a craft
project."
— Residential Client, Clear Lake, Texas
"I
am an organizer at heart, but have been too busy running
my business to get my office in order. Ellen came in and
gave me great ideas on how I could change my study into
a real office within my budget. Ellen is an extremely professional
business woman who gave me advice on how to organize my
office and become more efficient in my daily tasks. Ellen
helped me to think out of the box so that I could be more
efficient and productive in my home office."
— Home Office Client, Houston, Texas
"You
saved my unorganized life!!! The filing system that you
helped me develop has been one of my true saviors. What
also helps is having my "in" basket on top of
my file cabinet so it is all in one spot. You helped so
much more in just suggesting great ideas on where to put
/ not put items. Thanks for all of your help!"
— Residential Client, Houston, Texas
"I used to operate my home office by the "stack" method.
A subject stack here, another stack there, everywhere a
stack. My file cabinets were empty! Ellen came in and in
a few short sessions, got me organized. My file cabinets
now function as intended. A file index makes locating a
subject easy. And now I can see the top of my desk. No stacks!"
— Home Office Client, Kingwood, Texas
"Having Ellen help me with my organizing was very motivational.
While I had some systems in place, she gave me great advice
on how to make them work better for me. She is extremely
professional and yet very easy to work with. And she truly
listens to what you need and how you live which is very
important for what you need to make your life easier."
— Residential Client, Atascocita, Texas
"There
is not a day that goes by that I do not feel blessed for
making that phone call to you and asking for help! Being
organized was not a skill that came to me easily. Once you
met with me and we embarked on our adventure of pulling
my office and house together I felt so much better about
my whole life. For once I feel that missing piece has fallen
into place. My life has been simplified. I wish we had taken
before and after pictures. The pictures would easily tell
the whole story."
— Home Office and Residential Client, Kingwood, Texas
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