Posts by Deborah Moyer
The Gift of Active Listening
Have you noticed how many people you’ve been talking to lately that don’t seem to be actively engaged in listening to what you have to say? You see it everywhere. People are distracted in every social setting, even checking their phones for the latest social media post or taking a call when they’re sharing a…
Read More4 Ways to Shift from Busy to Productive
As a business owner, would you consider yourself productive or just busy? It seems like time is flying by at warp speed these days and I often catch myself working harder instead of smarter. Can you relate? Unfortunately, it’s only gotten worse as I get older. I’m getting less and less done than I’m used…
Read More4 Ways to Heal Family Stress With a Parent While Downsizing
Downsizing Stress. Whether you’re a downsizing professional helping seniors downsize or a family member helping their parent(s) move, it’s not uncommon for this stress to turn emotional for a parent and their adult children. So, it’s extremely important to get clear about what’s behind this issue, so you can actively seek ways to heal it.…
Read MoreImposter Syndrome: How to Beat It and Feel More Confident In Your Business
Imposter Syndrome. Everyone has moments where they feel they aren’t good enough or we think we lack certain skills that everyone else is better at, right? It can be even more stressful when you feel people may not take you or your business seriously. There’s a big difference, though, between feeling an occasional lack of…
Read MoreLoss Aversion & Downsizing: Why We Resist Change & Letting Go
Have you ever wondered about the prime motivators that drive many of your day-to-day decisions? If you’re like a lot of people, you might assume that the primary driver is “pleasure”. I mean, after all, we all want to do things more that we enjoy, right? Things like having fun, falling in love, watching your…
Read MoreUsing Social Media to Grow Your Business – Part 2
Welcome back to part two of using social media to grow your business! Last time, I shared the three social media pillars for a successful social media program. I also left you with a teaser about how Pinterest could play a significant role in giving your downsizing business, or any business, more exposure in your…
Read MoreUsing Social Media To Grow Your Business – Part One
Using social media to grow your downsizing business can be one of the most challenging things a business owner faces. Specifically, creating a program that will draw the right clients for your services. You might have tried marketing on social media like Instagram or Facebook, but found the process frustrating and expensive. Maybe you think…
Read More3 Steps To Helping Your Downsizing Client Stay On Track
One of the primary challenges that Senior Downsizing Specialists face when planning a client move is to help their clients stay on track so they’re prepared and ready on move day. It’s easy to get sidetracked. The sheer volume of decision-making that’s involved to organize, purge or dispose of a lifetime of items only adds…
Read MoreGot a Downsizing Question? Try the Hotline!
Ever wish you had a Fairy Godmother on speed dial? When you’re downsizing, you need something even better…a Senior Downsizing Hotline! Let’s face it! One of the biggest reasons that seniors procrastinate on a decision to downsize is because it’s overwhelming and sometimes help isn’t easy to find. It seems like a mountain of details,…
Read More5 Ways to Refresh Your Space While Downsizing
Preparing to downsize into a new home can be overwhelming, but one of the biggest benefits you receive in the process is the opportunity to refresh your space. Over the years we accrue stuff, and with each purchase, a story to remember. But, it could be years since you took a hard look at your…
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