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13 Do’s and Don’ts for Compassionate Communication with a Memory-Impaired Client

By Deborah Moyer | February 20, 2024

Senior downsizing or home-organizing professionals who have worked with memory-impaired individuals during transition know how difficult it is for their clients to cope with a quickly changing environment. How you communicate with them is critical to a successful process. In today’s article, I share the 13 communication dos and don’ts that can help you better…

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Quality over Quantity: Crafting a Website Strategy that Draws Your Ideal Client

By Deborah Moyer | February 2, 2024

Frustrated by a website that’s generating the wrong kind of traffic? What does it take to craft a website strategy that draws your ideal client? Many new business owners make the mistake of thinking that they have to hire a professional web designer for thousands to create a visually appealing website is all it takes…

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Be the Guide, Not the Hero: Your Marketing Message Can Be Costing You

By Deborah Moyer | January 17, 2024

If I were to ask you right now whether you think your clients would want you to be their hero or their guide, which one do you think they would choose? For many years I would have confidently chosen the hero because that’s what I always thought my clients wanted. But I was wrong. Three…

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Why an Estate Sale Might Not Be Your Best Downsizing Disposal Option

By Deborah Moyer | January 3, 2024

If you’re downsizing, or helping someone who is, pay close attention to what I’m about to share: an estate sale might not be your best downsizing disposal option. Most downsizers have heard of estate sales and their luring appeal. They’ve probably been told it’s one of the easiest ways to dispose of a large volume…

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Downsizing? 8 Ways to Dispose of an Unwanted Piano

By Deborah Moyer | December 18, 2023

Downsizing and would like to know 8 ways to dispose of an unwanted piano? It can be difficult to accommodate even the smaller versions of a piano in a condominium or apartment, so they are frequently first on the list of items to get rid of. In recent years, the demand for pianos has significantly…

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How to Use Microsoft Clarity to Draw More Quality Customers to Your Website

By Deborah Moyer | December 4, 2023

One of the most daunting parts of owning your own business is generating clients. Maybe you’ve spent a lot of time and energy creating a stunning website but are at a loss as to why it’s not creating a ton of quality traffic for your business.  Today’s article focuses is how to dial in your…

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Downsizing But Can’t Let Go of Your Stuff? Why We Resist

By Deborah Moyer | November 16, 2023

We’ve all been there. Faced with either the necessity or practicality of letting go of items we’ve acquired during our lives can bring a person to the point of panic. Many people think it’s only our older population that resists letting go of items, particularly when it’s done in tandem with a major life change,…

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Conquering the Space Debate: Downsizing Tips for Couples with Different Priorities

By Deborah Moyer | November 2, 2023

What do you do if you’re downsizing to a much smaller space and your partner has different priorities for that “extra room”?  It’s a common challenge for couples who are used to having their own private space in a larger home for things like hobbies, an office, or other recreational pursuits. It can be an…

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Reclaim Your Mojo: 4 Productivity Hacks That Work

By Deborah Moyer | October 19, 2023

If you’re a small business owner, chances are you’ve experienced a major feeling of overwhelm during your entrepreneurial journey. We wear multiple hats, juggle crazy schedules, and market our businesses, all while doing our best to successfully serve our clients. But, even the most skilled professionals have those moments when they feel they aren’t being…

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Collectible Advising: A Game-Changer for My Organizing Business

By Deborah Moyer | September 20, 2023

Introduction In order to provide a wider range of information and resources to my readers, from time to time I will be including guest blogs from innovative experts who offer unique knowledge and experiences related to the downsizing and home organizing field. Today, I have the pleasure of presenting our first guest expert, Stephanie Denson,…

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