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The "Oomph" Factor

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Home Stager with Transition Stage LLC

The "Oomph" Factor

This morning, I'm off to help new clients organize their move. We met late last week, so I know that we'll be separating her furnishings and belongings into three groups: donate, move to new place, store for future move to vacation home.

So my car has a "starter kit" for them which contains boxes, dish pack, bubble wrap and tape. Along with these are my essentials, which include colored labels, tape measure, scissors, a few other odds and ends - and lunch!

I know that all of these tangible aids are necessary for seeing that things are wrapped adequately to survive their trip. And I know some of the other information I've already sent - contact info for places to donate, an antique appraiser - will also be a help.

 

Oomph Factor


But probably the most important thing I can bring is the "oomph" factor. Sorting and packing can be a tedious and long business, and somewhere along the line, just about everyone wants to just give it all up and forget their belongings. That's where a positive attitude, a little extra elbow grease, and a few moments of relaxing come in. And then, "oomph!" - I give the necessary nudge and friendly help that continues the tasks until they're all done.

Is your "oomph" letting you down?  Call Transition Stage for help with sorting, organizing and moving. Oh - and we can also stage your home so it attracts buyers sooner rather than later. Give us a call!


The "Oomph" Factor

Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Judy - The task of moving can be overwhelming but with your support and expertise I'm sure the "Oomph" factor will be present in its full force all day.

Jul 18, 2011 03:40 AM
Julia Maher
Nestings: Connecticut Home Staging and Model Homes - Fairfield, CT
Connecticut Home Stager

Dang!  Did I miss lunch???  Love that lunch is part of your package, Judy!

Jul 18, 2011 06:53 AM
Christa Hobart
Cactus Valley Realty - San Tan Valley, AZ
Arizona Property Sellers

Judy~Looks like you are taking very good care of your client and I sure do hope they appreciate all you are doing to help their move go as smoothly as possible.  Wishing you a good day with no hick-ups!

Jul 18, 2011 09:39 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Larry & Sheila - I feel blessed that I can help people at such a stressful time in their lives. It's hard work, but very satisfying.

Jul 18, 2011 11:19 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Dorie - It does seem to really help my clients to have someone who can keep them on track, and sort and pack an entire room before they go on to the next.

Jul 18, 2011 11:21 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Fernando - Now, that is an interesting idea! Thank you.

Jul 18, 2011 11:21 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Sheila - Thank you! It feels great to help people in this way.

Jul 18, 2011 11:22 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Kristine - Wow! Nice compliment - thank you!

Jul 18, 2011 11:22 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Michele - Organizing to move can de-stress the process quite a bit, and I'm happy to say that my clients have found my services very helpful so far.

I hope your day was fun.

Jul 18, 2011 11:24 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Michael - You're absolutely right! The Oomph Factor comes in handy in so many places in our lives.

Jul 18, 2011 11:24 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Sally - It's really true, isn't it? Sorting and packing for a move can be very tedious and time-consuming. It helps to have someone cheering you on.

Jul 18, 2011 11:26 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Norma - Thanks! The day went well, and we got a huge amount sorted, disposed of, and packed.

Jul 18, 2011 11:26 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Julie - Lunch is very important, as are energy bars and lots of water. Some clients offer to bring in lunch and others don't, so I always bring along something to eat.

Jul 18, 2011 11:28 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Christa - It's one of the joys of this work that generally clients are very appreciative of the work I do. It was a very good day, with lots accomplished, and a good list of the next things that need to be done.

Jul 18, 2011 11:29 AM
Christa Hobart
Cactus Valley Realty - San Tan Valley, AZ
Arizona Property Sellers

I'm glad it went well today Judy.

Jul 18, 2011 12:29 PM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Christa - Thank you!

Jul 18, 2011 01:34 PM
Janet Jones
Just Your Style Interiors, LLC - Kihei, HI
Home Staging, Interior Redesign Kihei, Maui, Hawaii

Hi Judy--you're so right about the "oomph" factor and it's great that you bring that extra to a client job site.  The whole packing process can be mind-numbing for many people. 

Jul 18, 2011 05:33 PM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Janet - Thank so much! It's true - packing can be tedious and/or anxiety-provoking - in either case, generally not a fun experience for many.

Jul 19, 2011 01:20 AM
Janice Ankrett
Burlington, ON
Staging Professional

I have a friend who is a professional organizer. She was helping my cousin pack for a move. It was amazing to watch her keep her client on point. Sometimes an item would lead her off in another direction and the organizer would have to bring her back to the task at hand.

Jul 21, 2011 06:08 AM
Judy Klem
Transition Stage LLC - Shelton, CT
Home Staging, Senior Move Management, Fairfield/New Haven counties

Hi Janice - It's very easy to get distracted when packing to move. Couple that with a feeling of being overwhelmed, and clients can get off track. It's a wonderful thing when my client and I establish a good rapport and I can feel that I'm making things easier for them.

Jul 21, 2011 07:43 AM