Meet Carmen Coker
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 homes. I haven't looked back since! I very much enjoy helping people get organized. And what of those people whom I have helped? Well, they also helped me, too. They encouraged me to take my love of organizing to the web - that's how Home Organization Online was born. And now my story has come full circle... Thanks for dropping by! I hope you have as much fun browsing through Home Organization Online as I have writing it. Cheers, Carmen (aka The Clutterbugs Lady)
Additional Information
Network with or find out more about me. My other internet site.Besides Home Organization Online, I have a blog where I talk tips, tools, and general musings about getting organized. It's called Get Organized! Hiring my services as professional organizer.For my services, please visit Clutterbugs for details on my organizing philosophy, project types, and pricing. You'll also find my answers to the "Top 10 Questions to Ask a Potential Professional Organizer." Professional Associations:
Resumé Highlights
In the short time that I've been an professional organizer...I have 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 for the new 2009 edition of The Ultimate Guide for Professional Organizers.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:  |  |  | Minot Daily News
October 2007 | FM 107.1 Minneapolis: Get Real Girls
November 2007 | (CBS) KXMC Business Beat
December 2007 | | | | |  |  |  | Scrapbooks, Etc Magazine
January 2008 | Santa Monica Mirror
January 2008
Top 5 New Year's Worthy Website | Rural Free Delivery Television
March 2008 | | | | |  |  |  | Business Watch
March 2008 | (NBC) KMOT
March & May 2008 | Blog Awards
April 2008
Get Organized Cleans Up | | | | |  |  |  | The Finder
May 2008 | The Ultimate Guide for Professional Organizers
2009 Edition | Journey Magazine
February 2009 | | | | |  |  | Bachelor's Degree Online
February 2009
Top 100 Personal
Development Blogs
| Real Simple
August 2009 | | | |
Testimonials
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've save time looking for things and save $$ because now I know what I have. I feel refreshed and carry a lighter load! Thank you! | | Shirley - Master Closet, Kitchen, and Toy Room | | |
"I just wanted to comment that your website is so helpful and you really put a lot of work into it. The blog is great!" | | Melissa - Web Visitor | | |
"After 3-4 years battling depression, my work space was a mess...projects half started or not started at all. I was so frustrated with how [disorganized] my quilting room became. It is now a joy to go to work! 100% benefit - I can find stuff, know what I have, and there is function." | | Jan - Quilting and Craft Room | | |
"You are so great to work with!" | | Tammi - Master Closet and Dressers | | |
"I like this website. It makes everything easier to organize!" | | Christine - Web Visitor | | | |
"[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 a purge and reorganize should read this..." | | Renovator - Web Visitor | | |
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