Posts by Deborah Moyer
10 Powerful Reasons Why Now Is the Right Time to Start (or Expand) Your Senior Downsizing Business
Need 10 powerful reasons you should be growing, or starting, a senior downsizing services business right now? In uncertain times — whether it’s economic turbulence, shifting housing markets, or political unrest — it’s natural to wonder if launching or growing a business is a wise move. For professionals considering senior downsizing services, home organizing expansions,…
Read MoreA Gentle Approach to a Downsizing Conversation with a Loved One
Starting a conversation about downsizing with aging parents can be a delicate process. Many seniors have lived in their homes for decades, surrounded by cherished memories and sentimental belongings. Approaching the topic with care, respect, and empathy is key to ensuring a smooth transition. Here are eight thoughtful ways to start the discussion: 1. Start…
Read MoreDownsizing Without Regret: A Guide to Prioritizing What to Keep
It’s a common question for many who are thinking about making a future downsizing move. “How do I decide what to take and what to let go?”. It’s all about planning with a heavy dose of prioritizing! Sounds easy, right? But what’s important is different for each individual. But in general, there are consistent types…
Read MoreDownsizing Dangers: 5 Hidden Risks of Taking Too Much Stuff to a Smaller Space
One of the biggest challenges for any senior is deciding what to bring to their new smaller space during a downsizing move. Sifting through a lifetime of acquired treasures is both overwhelming and emotional. But, as I’ve learned over the 16 years of helping seniors downsize, resistance can still rear its ugly head even when…
Read MoreCHerish the Memory, Not the Stuff: 5 Ways to Purge With Less Pain
You know the old adage, two things you can count on in life are death and taxes? Well, they forgot one. You can also count on “stuff”. Acquiring it, storing it, moving it, dusting it, the list goes on. At some point, it gets too much and it’s time to “thin the herd” to keep…
Read More5 Common Downsizing Mistakes Seniors Make (and How to Avoid Them)
Are you thinking about downsizing in the future but too overwhelmed by the process? It doesn’t have to be that way if you know the most common downsizing mistakes to avoid. For most seniors, just thinking about a downsizing move is enough to put fear and dread into their hearts. Maybe you’ve heard horror stories…
Read MoreBreaking Old Habits: How to Change Your Mindset About Marketing
By Guest Author, Molly Winters Introduction to the author by Deborah Moyer – The Downsizing Institute One of the things I love about the work I do is meeting extraordinary people who truly love helping others while offering real solutions to everyday challenges. So, it’s with sincere pleasure that I introduce Molly Winters as my…
Read MoreHow Seniors Can Simplify Downsizing for a Long-Distance Move
Are you planning a downsizing move? Making hard decisions about what to take out of a house full of cherished memories is bad enough, but what if you’re also moving long-distance? That aspect alone brings unique challenges to consider when creating any transition plan. What can you, or a loved one who’s downsizing, do to…
Read MoreFrom Fear to Freedom: 6 Ways to Support Seniors in Major Life Changes
What would come to mind if I asked you what you felt were the top 3 sources of fear or anxiety that seniors face most often during a significant life transition? Most people I’ve talked with in my senior downsizing practice say it’s being faced with the uncertainty of what’s ahead. Maybe they have to…
Read More5 Proven Marketing Tips That Attract More Senior Clients
Want to attract more senior clients to your business? Here are 5 proven marketing tips to help you effectively draw them to your senior service business. It can be daunting to navigate all the marketing opportunities available today to small businesses who are trying to reach an older demographic. But with precious budget resources stretched…
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