How much does a KonMari Consultant cost?
/If you have read the book “the life-changing magic of tidying up” or watched Marie Kondo’s Netflix show “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo” you have probably gotten motivated to declutter your home. Sometimes it can be overwhelming to start on your own and that’s when you enlist help. A KonMari Consultant can help figure out where to start and what organizing system best suits your family.
The KonMari Consultant program is not a franchise, which means all Consultants are independent contractors. Some do not only specialize in KonMari organizing but also give traditional organizing and/or moving services as well as offer life-coaching, speaking and workshops or presentations for groups. So, the talents are many, you just have to find the right consultant for your needs. Speaking fees range from the hundreds for small groups to thousands for large groups or Cooperations. Coaching fees are in the range of $100+/per hour depending on training and experience.
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Location is a factor as it always is in business. Rates are usually higher in high demand areas such as California and New York. In Europe people are just starting to pick up on the organization service for homes and businesses and hiring Consultants is becoming more popular. Whether you live in San Diego or Kansas City, there will be a difference in pricing.
The cost also varies depending on the size of the house, items owned and the time it takes for the tidying process. Realistically speaking, a whole home organization Marathon can last anywhere from 3 months to 1 year on average. Clients also set their own schedule, some prefer to work with a consultant once or twice per week, where others like to do homework on their own and only need the professional organizer on a bi-weekly or monthly basis. Expect to pay $75+/per hour for an in-home organizing service.
Products are most often not included such as storage boxes, hangers, or drawer dividers, but can be purchased separately. Again, it is important to know what your Consultant offers in terms of service and packages. You can find a certified KonMari Consultant here>>>
If you want to learn how to organize on a dime, virtual workshops or classes are always an option. Tickets to a workshop can be free if they are offered by a local organization that pays the Consultants speaking fee, so just be on the lookout. Another alternative is to take an online organizing course, they usually start at around $95+ per class and range in duration from 6-12 weeks, depending on who is offering which program.
As you can see it is hard to name a price, because there are so many factors involved. There is a price-range and option for everyone from individual to group, you just have to explore the possibilities.
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