Today we’d like to introduce you to Jen Gaston & Jen Jeffress.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
Meet the Jens We met at our children’s preschool more than 10 years ago. We have since become friends, neighbors, and leaders on PTA boards working closely together to build community and keep our school organized! We discovered that we had a great working relationship and wanted to build a business together to help San Diego get SORTED OUT!
Jen G =I always laughed that my high school aptitude test indicated my skills to be a semi-truck packer. I have noted throughout the years that space arranging is my superpower. My college education led me into nutritional counseling and business management, careers in which I could help others solve problems – a fervent passion of mine.
My first career (the first 20 years) was in business management. I have developed systems, training, and productivity strategies leading to the success of large retail corporations and several start-up businesses. I also loved the logistical responsibilities in the retail world, especially during the holidays, when truck after truck of stuff would appear. I thrived on the challenge of making it all fit so the staff could easily restock the shelves, keeping the customers happy.
When I became a mother of two boys, I started caring more and more about the environment and reducing all the stuff. After my second son was born, I helped start an organization called The Princess Project, a non-profit that promotes inner beauty and self-esteem by giving away free prom dresses. We collect new and gently used formal dresses to distribute throughout San Diego County, keeping them out of the landfills. I still find great joy in being involved with this project and keeping all the dresses organized.
I was drawn into this profession as it combined my two passions: helping to solve problems (with disorganization and clutter) and finding the best use of every space. I truly believe people’s physical environment sets the mood and tone of their lives, and it would give me great pleasure to improve their day-to-day satisfaction and fulfillment.
Jen J= Being organized and mindful of efficient and intentional living has always been important to me. I have always felt like a kid in a candy store when visiting office supply and “organization”-type stores.
I am a proud mom of two girls, ages tween and teen, and our family of four live in a 750-square-foot home. Keeping ourselves and our belongings organized has presented its unique challenges over the years — especially when my tween has an enormous heart and is a true-blue sentimental saver.
I started out working with marine mammals, moved on to working with children with autism, and then started my own dog training business. However, when you’re a dog trainer, you are really a “person” trainer since you are training pet owners to work with their dogs! The behavioral sciences have always been an interest of mine, and I have over 15 years experience with behavior modification techniques and have worked with two, four, and no-legged species!
Organization is about behavior; we will create new habits and systems to keep your home and life more organized. This will be a team effort, and there is NO one ‘right’ way. YOU decide what will work for you, and our company will help you put those systems into action!
We all face challenges, but looking back, would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
We thought the pandemic would be the end of organizing in someone’s home; however, it turned out to be a very busy time for us. So many people had to reinvent their spaces and homes. Kids were now homeschooling, and adults were working from home.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
We come to your home and work with you to create a plan that will help you achieve your organizing goals. With compassion and without judgment, we assist you in deciding on what to keep and where it goes. Then we will design a space that makes sense for your habits and lifestyle. No two organizers are alike, and there is no one RIGHT way to organize.
Sometimes life-changing events will necessitate a move from a larger space to a smaller one. We can help you through the entire process, from purging the unnecessary, archiving memories, and then creating a custom design to fit your belongings in your new home.
So, before we go, how can our readers or others connect or collaborate with you? How can they support you?
We love to collaborate with family members when seniors are about to move into a smaller home or facility. We also work with families and individuals that have or are about to move into a new home. If you recently remodeled your home, that is a great time to call us in for some help.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://sortitoutsd.com
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- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sortitoutsandiego
