If you’re in a business partnership and you sometimes feel it’s a bit like a marriage – then you’re not alone!
That’s how Kirsty Farrugia describes it, in this fascinating interview about her business, The Art of Decluttering. It’s a professional organizing co, run by Kirsty and her business partner and long-time friend, Amy Revell. Together they also host a highly successful podcast of the same name.
In her interview, Kirsty shares about the massive journey of personal growth she’s been on while working in the partnership – including both the struggles and the great rewards.
She also gives us a fascinating insight into the powerful emotional ties people have with their clutter – and what happens when you’re in a client’s home, a “landmine” explodes…
Key Moments in This Episode
- 03:43
She may be a professional organizer, but Kirsty admits she was once a chaotic “red hot mess”! - 07:51
Feeling restless as a stay-at-home mum, Kirsty took a leap of faith. The story of how the business began. - 14:17
It’s an ironic moment when two pro-declutterers, realise their business is rather… cluttered! - 16:04
Anyone in a business partnership will agree – it’s not easy! Kirsty talks about the personal struggles of letting go and making room for someone else’s wishes. - 23:12
Relationship before profit; generosity: two of the values at the heart of Kirsty’s business. - 25:24
A thriving Facebook Group has been a key to the Art of Declutterings’s success. - 26:11
“Landmines” – a unique hazard of the decluttering profession. - 31:23
Kirsty talks about her great passion for helping people find freedom. - 35:00
Is it possible to ‘declutter’ your business? We ask Kirsty for her advice. - 39:28
James and Jess talk about the business strategy of identifying gaps in the market. - 43:09
Using Facebook Groups as a business tool.
Learn More
- Find out more about Kirsty and her work at www.theartofdecluttering.com.au.
- Explore all podcast episodes.
