What? How did this happen? 8 YEARS?!
Nine years ago, I had a 8-year-old and a 4-year-old. I was working full-time in an office, 7am to 4pm. I wasn’t necessarily unhappy, but I was bored (I didn’t know it then, but looking back, it’s clear now that I was meant to be an entreprenuer). I was a single mom trying to get out of debt and looking for a side hustle when I found organizing.
“Wait, people will pay for that? I’m great at that! Are you sure that’s a real job? I can’t run a business…”
A year later, after talking my then-boyfriend’s (now husband’s) ear off about this organizing thing, he gave me the nudge I needed. I don’t remember exactly what he said, but it was something to the effect of, ‘Just go do the thing already. You can do this!’”
Charming Spaces was launched on May 1, 2017….back when “girl boss” was the vibe.
Gratitude
My how things have changed. With each passing year, I reflect on how far we’ve come. Things we’ve accomplished and what we’ve changed. I have learned so much.
To our clients, without you, we wouldn’t be here. You have trusted us, year after year, to come into your most sacred spaces. We have joined you and walked along side you through new babies, marriage, promotions, launching businesses, as well as divorce and loss. Your trust is the most valuable gift. Thank you.
To our team, both past and current, Charming Spaces is what it is today because of your contributions. You make a difference every single day. Not just in the lives of our clients, but in the lives of each other, and definitely for me. Each of you bring something special to the table and I have learned from every single one of you. Thank you.
To my husband, children, and family, you have always supported me unconditionally. Not many women can say that. I recognize the gift and privilege that you’ve given me. You’ve taken my calls, hyped me up, and have built my confidence. Thank you.
Accomplishments
We have helped countless women - which is our whole mission!
The amount of returning clients and word of mouth referrals that we have.
Being an amazing and sought after place to work for women.
67 Five Star Google Reviews!
Traveling across the world to organize in Baku!
Joining the board for Napo Houston
Doing numerous things that have put me outside of my comfort zone and have forced me to grow.
Things I’ve Learned
I can do hard things.
I can teach people to do hard things.
I need a cancelation policy.
I need other organizers in my life.
Sometimes, you just have to outsource.
Clear is kind. Have the hard conversations, quickly.
I can’t help everyone and not every client is for me.
If I miss a phone call, life will go on.
Perhaps the hardest lesson, everyone on the team will eventually move on. I am the only owner here. I can be sad about this, sure, but I can also empower and build my team so that they are better women when they leave than they were when they started. Making the world a better place, one Charming Spaces employee at a time.
What hasn’t changed
With each lesson we learn, there are a few things that have remained constant. One of those is our core values, beliefs, and the heart behind the service we offer. We believe in women. We offer them unwaivering and judgement free support. I remain passionate about liberating women from the weight that can be their home and their possessions. We remain committed to freeing a woman’s mind so she can go out into the world and be the badass she is meant to be.
Looking Ahead
We have grown leaps and bounds year after year. I am satisfied with the amount of revenue and business we have, but we need to work on perfecting a few things. Automations, workflows, and getting this thing to run without me, is my real goal. That doesn’t mean I am going anywhere, quite the contrary, but if my team is empowered to run the business, I can step in where I am most needed and where I most enjoy.
Thank you for being a part of our story. Here’s to the spaces we’ve created, the lives we’ve transformed, and to all that is still to come.
Hi, I’m Naomi!
Founder of Charming Spaces, professional organizer, wife, mom of three and passionate advocate for women.
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