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Hi there.
I'm Carmen Coker, and I *heart* organizing! It was my interest in organization that led me to a career as a professional organizer.
But that's now. Let me go back in time a few years...
I went to the University of Mississippi (Go Rebels!) from 1995 - 1999. When I graduated, I gained not only a Spanish degree but also a commission as an officer in the U.S. Air Force. I spent the next 6 1/2 years working for Uncle Sam as a military intelligence analyst.
I can't talk much about what I did during my time in service. As the joke says, "I could tell you, but I'd have to kill you!"
I can say that I changed locations a lot, and each move provided a different type of job with different responsibilities. For me, it was a lifestyle and career that required me to stay extra organized!
In late 2005, I decided to separate from military service and try something new. So I traded in my uniform for some cute clothes and started working in the civilian world.
I went on to become a Department of Defense analyst for L3 Communications. It was interesting work, but it was also another job that supported military operations and national security. After a year in this particular position, I opted to switch gears again. This time, I really wanted to move outside the realm of military affairs.
In May 2007, I officially opened Clutterbugs, a business that offers professional organizing services for the home.
I haven't looked back since! I very much enjoy helping people get organized.
And now my story has come full circle...
Thanks for dropping by!
Here's to your organizing success!
Carmen Coker
Professional Organizer
(1) Network with or find out more about me.
Become my friend on Facebook.
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(2) My other internet sites.
Besides Clutterbugs, the Get Organized blog is where I talk tips, tools, and general musings about getting organized. And then there's also Home Organization Online, which contains tons of home organizing hints, helpers, and how to's.
(3) Hiring my services professional organizer.
Please visit organizing services for FAQs on my organizing philosophy, project types, and pricing. You'll also find my answers to the "Top Questions to Ask a Potential Professional Organizer."
Resumé Highlights
In the short time that I've been a professional organizer...
* I've been interviewed by several national and local media outlets, including Real Simple magazine, FM 107.1 Minneapolis: Get Real Girls, the Minot Daily News, KMOT NBC-10, and KXMC CBS-13.
* My blog was highlighted in the January 2008 issue of Scrapbooks, etc magazine, which is a Better Homes and Gardens Creative Collection, and was also named one of the "Top 5 New Year's Worthy Websites" by the Santa Monica Mirror.
* I was 1 of 10 professional organizers hand-picked to be an expert contributor to the companion guide for the book The Ultimate Guide for Professional Organizers by Maria Gracia.
* My business Clutterbugs was recognized by area business leaders as a "North Dakota Business Success Story" in a contest sponsored by Business Watch magazine.
My business Clutterbugs and both websites that I publish - the Get Organized! blog and Home Organization Online - have been highlighted in:
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Minot Daily News October 2007 |
FM 107.1 Minneapolis: Get Real Girls November 2007 |
(CBS) KXMC Business Beat December 2007 |
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Scrapbooks, etc Magazine January 2008 |
Rural Free Delivery Television March 2008 |
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Business Watch March 2008 |
(NBC) KMOT March & May 2008 |
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The Finder May 2008 |
The Ultimate Guide for Professional Organizers 2009 Edition |
Journey Magazine February 2009 |
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Real Simple August 2009 |
The following testimonials come from clients of my business Clutterbugs, from readers of my various websites, and from seminar attendees.
| "I can find anything in my basement now, and I don’t just throw stuff down there anymore. Everything I need to get to is easily accessible, and everything having it’s own 'home' prevents me from stressing out about messes and disorganization." | |||||||||||||
| Julie - Basement and Storage Area | |||||||||||||
| "What a difference Clutterbugs has made in my life. I am more organized, can locate documents at the drop of a hat, and feel 'in control.' I can't believe the time I save..." | |||||||||||||
| Karla - Home Office | |||||||||||||
| "I just wanted to let you know how much we appreciated the seminar you did for the 2008 Minot Home and Garden Show. I can tell that you really enjoy your job and are very enthusiastic when speaking to people about how to get organized. I have been in charge of seminars for 4 years now and have never had as many people show up to watch a seminar as we did for Clutterbugs." | |||||||||||||
| Lauri - Minot Association of Builders | |||||||||||||
| "The clutter was overwhelming; [now] it feels so clean and wide open. I am no longer embarrassed for people to come in my back entrance. It has made my son clean up his room and shop area as well." | |||||||||||||
| Marsha - Utility and Storage Area | |||||||||||||
| "If you're like me and are obsessed with getting organized, then Get Organized! is the blog you need to faithfully read each day! Small practical tips that are easy to follow through with, written in a way to motivate. Thanks, Carmen, for an awesome site!" | |||||||||||||
| Jennelle - Web Visitor | |||||||||||||
| "Carmen always sought my input - I loved that! Not only do I know where things are, but we have so much more room for what we did not purge." | |||||||||||||
| Glory - Kitchen and Home Office | |||||||||||||
| "I love your blog! I am going to add you to my blogroll! You have such excellent organization tips!" | |||||||||||||
| Kelly - Web Visitor | |||||||||||||
| "I love, love, love your company's website and blog! Sure to win in the best website/blog category [at the 3rd Annual Los Angeles Organizing Awards in February 2008]..." | |||||||||||||
| Christi B. - Web Visitor | |||||||||||||
| "I save time looking for things and save $$ because now I know what I have. I feel refreshed and carry a lighter load! Thank you! | |||||||||||||
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| "[My newly organized system] definitely relieves some stress, and I feel my mind is a little uncluttered too!" | |||||||||||||
| Christi M. - Home Office | |||||||||||||
| "Those folks on TV who have groups come in and purge and reorganize should read this..." | |||||||||||||
| Renovator - Web Visitor |
