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Published:15 mai 2016 : by http://livingeneva.com/5-tips-to-be-more-organized-by-virginie-dor-professional-organizer/ 5 tips to be more organized To be honest with you, I had NO idea what a professional organizer was or what he/she did. Therefore I was very interested to meet Virginie Dor, the proud owner of Space-of-Mine an owner operated business specialized in residential organizing servicing Vaud, Geneva, Neuchatel and everywhere in between! A little more about Virginie: Virginie has traveled/lived all around the world and has a huge experience in Professional Organizing! She is member of theNational Association of Professional Organizers and has an natural intuition to do what she does. Therefore, I asked her to share some of her well kept secrets on how to keep a space organized! A little more about Space of Mine: Specialized in residential organizing, they are committed to help individuals better their lives, take control of their surroundings and time by customizing systems and processes using organizing principles. They are experts in clutter control, work flow, space planning and time management. They provide full organizing services including personal shopping, pick-up, delivery, assembling and disposal of goods and furniture. 5  Simple tips to be more organized (and stay more organized) 1.- Use your Logic We went through my house and saw an obvious (yet I hadn’t realized) thing to do. I could not arrange my hand bags, because a really big one did not fit. Therefore we switched the height of the shelves and TADA! Now I can arrange by bags, my clutches are in the bottom because it is easier to grab. Before & After of my Bags Virginie: “There are no rules; you have to think outside the box! I personally store my handbags in the kitchen for example” 2.- Avoid EXTRA steps Do you have a pile of papers on top of your desk all the time? This is probably because it takes you 72513 steps to file it, put it in the right place and contain it. The things that you do all the time try to avoid steps and have open places to put them: To Do, Done, In Process.Use stackable trays or wall mounted systems to save space as well. Virginie: “I often recommend using hanging file folder systems and vertical boxes rather than binders to file paperwork. It is quick, practical, simple and allows for an easy retrieval” 3.- SEE Clearly Try to organize your thing in clear boxes, bins, zip-lock bags and opt for open shelving. It is easier to be organized when you can see what‘s inside and also it is much much easier to find! Virginie: “I like to keep things like linen, duvet covers or kid’s toys in clear plastic bags or boxes; this makes it easier to store, stack and find!” 4.- Fold and arrange smartly I have heard that it is easier to fold vertically, but I had never had the time to test it. Now that I did, I see that it is much easier to keep it organized and also it saves time when I am looking for

My place is organized, but I needed help with arranging furniture, and making my place look cleaner. Virginie came over, listened to my concerns, and before I knew it she was elbow deep in my clutter (I thought I was clutter-free!). She helped me organize my daughter’s room and transformed it from looking like it was the size of a closet to the size of an actual bedroom. She spent every minute organizing things. I love Virginie (I only met her once – is it too soon to say that?)! She focused on using things I already had and reused them in ways that I would have never thought of. I have previously used an interior decorator, and this experience with Virginie was night and day.  Virginie spent every moment working hands on, rearranging, etc. Meanwhile my interior decorator only gave me ideas and a shopping list. My daughter’s bedroom now looks like a room out of a magazine.  I cannot stop talking about it! I am so so so so happy with the outcome! Could not imagine how my experience could have been better.  Thank you so much Virginie! ~ Heidi W. YELP

WooHooooo! If I could put ten stars I would.  Virginie is so smart and creative in her approach to organization. She implements ideas that work that I wish I would have thought of for myself years ago. She can do everything from organize your closet, kitchen, and other living spaces, to help you get ready for a move in or a move out. Virginie helped me organize and

I recently purchased a house and was having lots of anxiety about moving as I had multiple boxes of stuff  from 10yrs ago that my parents had dumped on my, all my college stuff and much more. Virginie was great she came to help me organize packing, which she did so quick and efficiently. She is a pleasure to work with and direct in controlling a minor hoarder like me. Once moved she came to help me organize, unpack, still helping me get rid of unneeded things. She was wonderful, so helpful. With three bedrooms, office, walk in pantry and kids play room to organize. I was so grateful to have her referred to me. Virginie’s quickness ,efficiently and organizing skills cut my stress in half, not to mention her impeccable eye for great design was so helpful.  Now settled in the new house I feel organized, de-cluttered, and trendy with design. ~ Nicole H. YELP

Virginie is a powerhouse of organization!!! I knew I needed to get organized, but had NO idea how EVERYTHING can be organized ! Virginie got to the heart of the problems quickly and offered suggestions, solutions, and options ! The whole session was SO UPLIFTING !! It boosted my self-esteem!  These are things I can do, change, and implement ! Now I look at everything with an eye to how to make it more streamlined, efficient, easier, neater, and more organized. I am working to implement the ideas she gave me and loving the ones I have accomplished !! I was so overwhelmed before, but now I am feeling empowered ! I did not know a thing about organization professionals, but I sure lucked out with THE BEST !!!! I encourage you to not hesitate and see how amazing Virginie is in person ! ~ Karen P. YELP

Virginie came over and worked her magic in our home recently and I cannot possibly give enough compliments to do justice to her service ! Our guest bedroom had been turned into a storage room when my parents sold their home and I needed to clear out my childhood bedroom. There were boxes from floor to ceiling and I didn’t even know where to start. Virginie worked with us to go through every box and provided practical, easy and inexpensive methods of organization for the whole mess. She is not only professional, but also very kind, hard working and patient. Virginie took the stress out of the job and broke it down into manageable tasks that were so rewarding to accomplish. It is very clear that she enjoys her work. 🙂 We were so happy with her work that Virginie has come over to help reorganize our closets, kitchen and pantry. Virginie is amazing !!!!!!!!! ~ Deanna B. Published on YELP

Bring some order into your life with Space of Mine Published: 08 November 2015 by Knowitall.ch How many times have you wondered what it would be like if you had more time to organize your belongings and bring some order to your life? How much calmer would you be, if all the unnecessary clutter was removed from your home? Well, now you can find out!  Virginie Dor, founder of Space of Mine, offers a professional organizing service designed to help individuals take control of their surroundings. Expert in clutter control, work flow, space planning, and time management, Space of Mine uses proven organizing principles to create customized systems and processes for its clients. In short, Space of Mine specializes in: Residential organizing/daily organizing: – Hands-on home organizing (attic to basement) – Space planning & optimization – Time management & productivity Lifestyle changes & transitions/situational disorganization: – Births & deaths – Marriage, divorces & blended families – Career changes – Limited mobility (aging, illnesses & accidents) Moving & Relocation: – Pack, unpack & organize – Senior move management Chronic Disorganization: – Hoarding – Executive functioning disorders – ADD, ADHD – OCD Asked how she got into the business of organizing, Virginie told knowitall.ch, “Genetics might have something to do with it! Between my father’s 30 color-coded sock drawers and my grandmother’s uncontrollable urge to rearrange furniture in a doctors waiting room, I was born to do this. I have also moved nationally and internationally over 20 times and enjoyed every minute of it, my last move being to Switzerland in September 2014.” She continued, “As far as I can remember, I have always felt an innate desire to help others one way or another. I have volunteered as a childbirth assistant (Doula), worked with refugee children and am now helping people sort through the chaos of their busy lives.” Virginie started her company in 2012 and has been working as a full-time professional organizer since then. As a proud member of the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO), she has had the privilege of studying and working with and for some of the best professionals in the industry. So what makes Space of Mine different to the handful of other professional organizers in Switzerland? Virginie told us, “What separates me from others in this business is not only my extensive training and experience in the US (where the field originated over 30 years ago), but also the fact that I am the only member of the National Organization of Professional Organizers (in Switzerland, France, Italy and Belgium), which is the international industry authority. Members obey a strict code of ethics, and have access to an extensive network of resources, knowledge and continuing education opportunities. Unlike others, I also offer senior move management services (downsizing, move, relocation, and transition to retirement homes) and cater to individuals suffering from limited mobility and memory impairments. On a personal level, I am particularly attuned to cultures and customs when working with my clients and take