https://www.spreaker.com/show/this-entrepreneurs-lifeenEntrepreneurshipCopyright Laurie Palauhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ece7cdd63ee94f4d4e74b0390ce5ee3a.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/this-entrepreneurs-lifeTue, 25 Feb 2025 15:47:47 +0000Laurie PalauLaurie Palauinfo@simplyborganized.comA Mini-Series from This ORGANIZED Lifefalse30b3ea49-5d48-5cde-9a59-676915fdc45fepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-essential-time-management-strategies-for-professional-organizers--64544035

Key Takeaways: The power of time blocking for productivity How to balance client work with backend tasks Setting boundaries to avoid burnout The importance of mentorship and community

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Key Takeaways: The power of time blocking for productivity How to balance client work with backend tasks Setting boundaries to avoid burnout The importance of mentorship and community

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Key Takeaways: Why an email list is more valuable than just social media Overcoming the fear of email marketing Practical ways to grow your list How to personalize emails and build client relationships

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Key Takeaways: Why an email list is more valuable than just social media Overcoming the fear of email marketing Practical ways to grow your list How to personalize emails and build client relationships

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Key Takeaways: Why social proof is crucial for building trust How to effectively use before-and-after pictures Best practices for requesting and sharing testimonials Different formats for collecting client feedback

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64544040Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:01:46 +0000Laurie PalauWord-of-mouth is powerful, and in this episode, I’m talking all about social proof—how testimonials and before-and-after pictures can help build trust and attract new clients. I’ll share my personal challenges in consistently collecting these elements...
Key Takeaways: Why social proof is crucial for building trust How to effectively use before-and-after pictures Best practices for requesting and sharing testimonials Different formats for collecting client feedback

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Key Takeaways: The five key qualifying questions to ask potential clients How to determine if a client is the right fit for you Ways to streamline your intake process for efficiency How clear communication can save time and headaches

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Key Takeaways: The five key qualifying questions to ask potential clients How to determine if a client is the right fit for you Ways to streamline your intake process for efficiency How clear communication can save time and headaches

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Key Takeaways: The pros and cons of different pricing models How to determine what works best for your business The importance of setting clear expectations with clients Tips for confidently discussing pricing

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64544032Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:01:36 +0000Laurie PalauPricing your services can be tricky! In this episode, I’m diving into different pricing strategies for professional organizers. We’ll explore hourly rates, package pricing, session pricing, and project-based pricing—each with its own pros and cons....
Key Takeaways: The pros and cons of different pricing models How to determine what works best for your business The importance of setting clear expectations with clients Tips for confidently discussing pricing

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Key Takeaways: Why setting clear payment terms upfront is essential Pros and cons of different payment methods Why having a separate business account is a must How to price services to cover transaction fees The importance of making payments easy for clients

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Key Takeaways: Why setting clear payment terms upfront is essential Pros and cons of different payment methods Why having a separate business account is a must How to price services to cover transaction fees The importance of making payments easy for clients

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Why You Should Listen: Having a solid proposal can set you apart from the competition and help you establish trust with clients. I’ll show you how to create a professional proposal that protects both you and your clients.

Key Takeaways: What to include in a professional organizing proposal Why proposals create clarity and prevent misunderstandings Resources and templates to help you streamline the process

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64544033Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:01:25 +0000Laurie PalauLet’s talk about proposals! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your process, having a clear and detailed proposal can make all the difference in securing clients. In this episode, I’ll walk you through exactly what to include—from...
Why You Should Listen: Having a solid proposal can set you apart from the competition and help you establish trust with clients. I’ll show you how to create a professional proposal that protects both you and your clients.

Key Takeaways: What to include in a professional organizing proposal Why proposals create clarity and prevent misunderstandings Resources and templates to help you streamline the process

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>478false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-should-you-charge-for-consultations-insights-and-strategies-for-professional-organizers--64544036
Why You Should Listen: Are you unsure whether to charge for consultations? I’ll share my experience and give you the guidance you need to make the best decision for your business.

Key Takeaways: The pros and cons of free vs. paid consultations Why consultations are a crucial part of your business process How to transition from free to paid consultations

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64544036Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:01:19 +0000Laurie PalauOne of the most common questions I get is, "Should I charge for consultations?" In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey and how my perspective on consultations has evolved over the years. I’ll break down the pros and cons of free versus paid...
Why You Should Listen: Are you unsure whether to charge for consultations? I’ll share my experience and give you the guidance you need to make the best decision for your business.

Key Takeaways: The pros and cons of free vs. paid consultations Why consultations are a crucial part of your business process How to transition from free to paid consultations

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>737false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-effective-strategies-for-getting-clients-in-your-professional-organizing-business--64544041
Why You Should Listen: Bringing in clients is one of the biggest challenges for new organizers. I’m sharing tried-and-true strategies to help you connect with your ideal clients in an authentic way.

Key Takeaways: How to leverage friends and family for referrals Expanding your reach through networking The value of quality over quantity when building your client base

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64544041Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:01:07 +0000Laurie PalauGetting clients is one of the biggest challenges when starting out, but don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! In this episode, I’m sharing my best strategies for finding and attracting clients. From leveraging your inner circle for referrals to expanding...
Why You Should Listen: Bringing in clients is one of the biggest challenges for new organizers. I’m sharing tried-and-true strategies to help you connect with your ideal clients in an authentic way.

Key Takeaways: How to leverage friends and family for referrals Expanding your reach through networking The value of quality over quantity when building your client base

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>500false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-overcoming-imposter-syndrome-in-professional-organizing--64544038
Why You Should Listen: If you’ve ever doubted your ability to succeed as a professional organizer, you’re not alone! I’ll share my personal experience and strategies to help you push past imposter syndrome and gain confidence.

Key Takeaways: How to recognize and overcome imposter syndrome Why taking action builds confidence The power of sharing your business idea with others Practical ways to attract your first clients

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64544038Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:00:59 +0000Laurie PalauLet’s talk about imposter syndrome—because we’ve all been there! In this episode, I’m opening up about my journey in starting a professional organizing business and how I overcame self-doubt. I’ll share why practice makes perfect, how to get started...
Why You Should Listen: If you’ve ever doubted your ability to succeed as a professional organizer, you’re not alone! I’ll share my personal experience and strategies to help you push past imposter syndrome and gain confidence.

Key Takeaways: How to recognize and overcome imposter syndrome Why taking action builds confidence The power of sharing your business idea with others Practical ways to attract your first clients

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>450false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-building-your-digital-footprint-essential-tips-for-professional-organizers--64544037
Why You Should Listen: In today’s digital world, an online presence is key to attracting clients and growing your business. I’ll break it down into simple, actionable steps to help you get started.

Key Takeaways: Why a digital footprint matters for professional organizers How to choose the right platform for your audience The importance of separating personal and business profiles

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64544037Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:00:48 +0000Laurie PalauIn this episode, I’m diving into why building a digital footprint is a game-changer for professional organizers. Since launching my business in 2009, I’ve learned the importance of having a centralized online presence for discoverability and...
Why You Should Listen: In today’s digital world, an online presence is key to attracting clients and growing your business. I’ll break it down into simple, actionable steps to help you get started.

Key Takeaways: Why a digital footprint matters for professional organizers How to choose the right platform for your audience The importance of separating personal and business profiles

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>413false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-2-episode-1-top-3-essential-tips-for-starting-your-professional-organizing-business--64544031
Why You Should Listen: Starting a professional organizing business can feel overwhelming, but having a solid foundation will set you up for long-term success. I’m sharing real-world advice to help you navigate the early stages of your business with confidence.

Key Takeaways: Why business insurance is essential for protecting yourself and your business The importance of a separate bank account to keep your finances organized How to establish a business entity for legal and tax benefits The power of building a digital footprint to attract clients

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64544031Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:00:33 +0000Laurie PalauHey there! I’m Laurie Palau, founder of Simply B Organized, and I’m here to share my top tips for launching and growing a professional organizing business. From business insurance to setting up a separate bank account and creating a structured...
Why You Should Listen: Starting a professional organizing business can feel overwhelming, but having a solid foundation will set you up for long-term success. I’m sharing real-world advice to help you navigate the early stages of your business with confidence.

Key Takeaways: Why business insurance is essential for protecting yourself and your business The importance of a separate bank account to keep your finances organized How to establish a business entity for legal and tax benefits The power of building a digital footprint to attract clients

Learn more: https://simplyborganized.com]]>325false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-entrepreneur-s-life-season-1-ep-08-am-i-good-enough-with-special-guest-megan-kristel--51842563ae582815f1c34818bc2e74f578307da3Tue, 25 Dec 2018 08:30:23 +0000Laurie PalauHi Friends! On this final episode of season 1 of our podcast miniseries, This ENTREPRENEURS Life, we are joined by my good friend, and colleague, Megan Kristel founder of The Well Dressed Life. Meg was one of my first guests early on in TOL (you can...1242false8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-entrepreneur-s-life-season-1-ep-07-working-with-a-virtual-assistant-with-special-guest-jennie-lyon--51842579633976951db1423390877e2ede0e5e52Tue, 18 Dec 2018 08:30:35 +0000Laurie PalauHi Friends! Welcome to episode 07 of  our miniseries This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life where our guest today is Jennie Lyon founder of Jennie Lyon Virtual Assistant Services.  There are countless moving parts to running a successful business, and as an...1056false7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-entrepreneur-s-life-season-1-ep-06-simplify-scheduling-with-special-guest-gavin-zuchlinski--51842570http://acuityscheduling.com/simplyb CONNECT WITH ACUITY  TWITTER | LINKEDIN | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.]]>171a8591e5db4d6085d8804897ac2cc8Tue, 11 Dec 2018 08:30:27 +0000Laurie PalauHi Friends, Today is episode 6 in our 8-part miniseries, This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life, and I am so happy to be joined by Gavin Zuchlinski, founder of Acuity Scheduling.   Gavin shares his story of what brought him to create Acuity, what problem(s) Acuity...http://acuityscheduling.com/simplyb CONNECT WITH ACUITY  TWITTER | LINKEDIN | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.]]>1142false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-entrepreneur-s-life-season-1-ep-05-email-marketing-101-with-special-guest-jason-moore--51842546http://sbo.aweber.com  and enter the code simplyb at checkout to receive a free content bundle valued at over $150.00!!!  LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE BEYOND THE PODCAST SUMMIT | TRY AWEBER FOR FREE!  |EMAIL STAT CENTER | EMAIL MONDAY Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.]]>4eef6ecdcd8542edb6b1c174bdc11e8bTue, 04 Dec 2018 08:30:17 +0000Laurie PalauHi Friends! On episode 5 of our miniseries, This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life, we are joined by my buddy, Jason Moore from AWeber. If you are new to the email marketing space, there are a LOT of options out there to choose from (which can be overwhelming in...http://sbo.aweber.com  and enter the code simplyb at checkout to receive a free content bundle valued at over $150.00!!!  LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE BEYOND THE PODCAST SUMMIT | TRY AWEBER FOR FREE!  |EMAIL STAT CENTER | EMAIL MONDAY Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.]]>1232false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-entrepreneur-s-life-season-1-ep-04-building-your-brand-through-social-media-with-special-guest-kristen-chase--518425881cbb1a8b0a9c405c9394d61d8dd6cd87Tue, 27 Nov 2018 18:52:47 +0000Laurie PalauHi Friends! For episode 04 of our miniseries,This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life, we are joined by my friend Kristen Chase--social media strategist and mom of 4 kiddos. Kristen is the Director of Social Media and Marketing for OneToughB.com, a new community and...1253false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-entrepreneur-s-life-season-1-ep-03-creating-your-digital-footprint-with-special-guest-joshua-palau--518425694a0ecd2f64314f1096de1aa65c8e136eTue, 20 Nov 2018 08:30:52 +0000Laurie PalauHi Friends! For episode 3 of our mini-series, we are joined by my husband, Josh, who you may remember from episode 86 & episode 87 of This ORGANIZED Life (and if you're new to our show, I suggest that after you are done listening to this episode,...1291false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-entrepreneur-s-life-season-1-ep-02-legalizing-your-business-with-special-guest-jamie-lieberman--51842589958ad0417cd74adf8025ef7d82fe5099Tue, 13 Nov 2018 08:30:37 +0000Laurie PalauHey Friends! Today’s episode of This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life is all about legitimizing your business.  We are joined by my friend, and attorney Jamie Lieberman, founding partner in the firm HASHTAG-LEGAL where she works with entrepreneurs and small...1230false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-entrepreneur-s-life-season-1-ep-01-turning-your-passion-into-a-profession--518425754eaf06dcce694f3896dcdb2cc14b7a88Tue, 06 Nov 2018 08:30:04 +0000Laurie PalauHi Everyone!  The last several months I have been working on a new project, and I am super excited to finally share it with all of you. But before I do, allow me to give you the quick back-story: Many of our loyal This ORGANIZED Life community either...1217false1full