What happens when a corporate space planner with a stable paycheck, benefits, and 16 years of experience says “enough” and takes a leap into the unknown?
Meet Melissa Chamberlain, owner of Tidy Up with Melissa, who went from designing retail floor plans for JoAnn Fabrics to running a thriving professional organizing business in Northeastern Ohio. In this episode, Melissa gets real about what it actually takes to leave your comfort zone, start from scratch, and build a business that aligns with your passion and lifestyle — even without a clear roadmap.
We’re diving into:
The exact moment Melissa Googled “how to become a professional organizer”
What she did before quitting her job to set herself up for success
The fears she faced and how she turned them into fuel
How she landed her very first high-ticket client right out of the gate (hint: she’s still a client today!)
Melissa’s advice for anyone sitting in their cubicle dreaming of “someday”
Whether you're just thinking about starting your organizing business or trying to go full-time, Melissa’s story is proof that you don’t need perfection — you need courage and consistency.
This episode is for the aspiring professional organizer who’s ready to stop waiting for the perfect time and start building the business you were meant for.
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