221 | Why Can't We Do NOTHING? With Kielyn Simonson of OrgaNice
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
Release Date: 05/05/2025
238 | Are you tired? We are.
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
This podcast is a real one. Cabri and Melissa are talking about burnout, how our phones are making life really hard for everyone, boundaries for 2026, and so much more. We hope this podcast helps you know you're not alone! _________________________________________________________________________________ Reflections on 2025: Burnout, Balance, and the Quest for Happiness Melissa shares a reflective and candid podcast discussion about the challenges of 2025, specifically highlighting feelings of burnout and the fast-paced nature of the year. She and her co-host, Cabri, delve...
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237 | 15 minutes of nonsense
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
The title says it all. It's just 15 minutes of Cabri and me talking about 100 different random things.
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236 | Don't fall for this scam
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
Today we have a quick but hopefully impactful episode to help you avoid a common (and expensive) scam in the organizing industry. Show Notes: The Moving Scam Alert [01:07] The Scam Overview Description of the scam email that’s been circulating in the organizing industry. Melissa shares her personal experience receiving these emails. [01:44] Anatomy of the Scam Email Red flags in the email’s language and structure. Overly formal or stilted English, mention of “aesthetic pleasure,” and unnecessary state names. [03:19] The Emotional Manipulation Scammers claim to be deaf...
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235 | Taking AI for organizing next level (All About AI P3)
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
It's the THIRD day of our AI-palooza and today we are talking about super cool high end stuff you can do with your business. Queuing up some deep work with AI starting now! GET THE SLIDES AND THE STUFF _________________________________________________________________________ AI-Powered Deep Work: Maximizing Efficiency with AI Agents and GEO In this third-day session of AI Palooza, the host shares insights on leveraging AI tools for deep work, particularly through the use of AI agents and the concept of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). They discuss practical examples of AI agents...
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234 | AI Stuff that will MAKE YOU MONEY (All About AI: Part 2)
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
In Part 2 we are talking about two KEY things in using AI for your organizing business: prompts and room transformations. This is chock full of crazy useful info and if you want more details, you can see slides and video that accompanies the episode by going to: ________________________________________________________________________ In this episode, Melissa and Cabri continue their discussion on how professional organizers can leverage AI to enhance their business. They emphasize the importance of detailed prompts for effective AI use, share various examples related to marketing content,...
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233 | All about AI Part 1
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
Are you scared of AI? Unsure of how to use it? Don't know that it can help run your organizing business and cut down hours of your work per week? We're doing EVERYTHING AI this week. GET SLIDES TO ACCOMPANY THIS PODCAST AND INFO FROM THIS EPISODE AT: _______________________________________________________________________ Harnessing AI for Professional Organizers: Part 1 Melissa, from the Pro Organizer Studio, introduces a mini-workshop styled podcast focusing on how artificial intelligence (AI) can transform organizing businesses. Joined by her business partner, Cabri, they embark on...
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232 | Have you said any of these things?
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231 | Boss October For Pro Organizers
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
My client and friend introduced me to the concept of Boss October several years ago--and I loved it so much I make sure we do it every year. This year, we are going extra on it--and I'm talking about that and giving you practical ideas to go implement it for you as well. Connect with Melissa at
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230 | 7 Things I've Learned (How To Summit MainStage presentation P2)
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
WANT TO JOIN US FOR BOSS OCTOBER? Email me at In this episode, Melissa shares the second part of her mainstage presentation at the How To Summit in Dallas. She discusses seven key insights for professional organizers, emphasizing a solid digital foundation over social media vanity metrics and the importance of community support. Melissa also highlights the value of understanding ADHD and neurodivergence to better assist clients and grow your business. Additionally, she provides details about the upcoming changes to the Inspired Organizer program and invites...
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229 | The 7 Things I've Learned (How To Summit MainStage Presentation) P1
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
If you weren't able to be there--or even if you were and want a refresher--here is the presentation I gave at the How To Summit Last week. You can follow along on slides and see what I presented by going to If you want more information on Boss October--check it here: ___________________________________________________________________ In this episode of the Pro Organizer Studio podcast, Melissa returns from hiatus and dives deep into the key learnings from her experience and 233 podcast episodes. She discusses her undiagnosed ADHD, her journey in organizing, and her main stage...
info_outlineHey organizers! We are back with an episode about something that I am TERRIBLE at doing--which is...nothing. I am terrible at doing NOTHING. I always have to be busy, I always have to have something going on, and I always have to be in constant motion. My guest today is a friend who is wrestling with that same thing--Kielyn Simonson of OrgaNice in Minneapolis/St. Paul. This epsiode will help you know you're NOT alone in feeling this way!
LINKS FOR LISTENERS:
Get in touch with Melissa: CLICK HERE
Learn more about Kielyn of OrgaNice: CLICK HERE
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction and Life Updates
01:47 Introducing Kielyn and the Topic of Rest
03:06 The Pressure to Stay Busy
04:34 The Impact of Technology on Attention
07:44 The Importance of Deep Work and Rest
16:07 Balancing Work, Rest, and Personal Time
28:33 Breaking the Cycle of Constant Activity
28:43 The Pressure of Social Media
29:29 Finding True Relaxation
30:26 The Importance of Hobbies
31:09 The Compulsion to Stay Connected
32:39 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
33:23 Learning to Say No
39:24 The Value of Rest and Delegation
51:18 Building a Supportive Network
The Constant Hustle: Finding Balance as Professional Organizers
In this episode, podcast host Melissa introduces her friend and fellow organizer, Kielyn Simonson of OrgaNice. They discuss the challenges of balancing rest and productivity as professional organizers and entrepreneurs. Melissa shares her ironic situation of working through the night, while emphasizing the importance of finding rest in their busy schedules. They touch on topics including societal pressures to always be busy, the impact of digital distractions, the struggle to prioritize self-care, and the value of creating boundaries and routines. Kielyn shares insights from her personal and professional life, highlighting the importance of community and support among organizers. The episode is a candid conversation about the obstacles of modern work-life balance and offers a call to action for listeners to prioritize their well-being.