The SYMPTOMSPiles of clothes, stacks of paper, lost keys,
forgotten appointments, french fries
in the car seat, lonely socks/mittens
The YAK Session or Initial Consultation
Information gathering: area of interest,
personality/lifestyle type,
learning style, ideals, budget,
house-hold members, timeframe
The SIZE IT UP Exam
Research, evaluate,
assess, determine and clarify needs
The VERDICT
Recommend services, plan of action
and/or products, estimate fees
and time
The EFFORT
Work: sort, stack,
toss, haul, tug, pull,
push, lift, file, pitch
Rewards: lighter, brighter,
clearer, cleaner, neater,
fresher, happier
The MANAGEMENT
Homework assignments, continuing education,
follow-up assessment and
encouragement, ongoing service
if needed