IN 2002 Lissanne Oliver made a decision that changed her life — and that of thousands of others.
After 16 years working in broadcast production, Ms Oliver decided to put her organising skills to work and, in doing so, helped found a new Australian industry.
Professional organising was a fledgling concept when Ms Oliver founded her business Sorted.
"It was the best decision I ever made," she said.
Since then she has written several books, appeared on television and trained hundreds of other professional organisers.
"I think there's a growing acceptance of us as professional services," she said.
But what does a professional organiser do?
"People's needs are diverse," Ms Oliver said.
"It can be hands-on going through stuff to a bit of beautification or practical assistance on running a garage sale." (Ms Oliver is also an ambassador for the garage sale trail.)
"One of the things I love to do is help people with memorabilia."
Professional organisers can also help clients sort out their paperwork.
Above all, Ms Oliver said being organised was not about being a "neat-freak"
"Anyone who's got a life has a bit of mess in their house," she said.
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