Michelle Urban | Profile

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Join date: Jul 28, 2021

About

Michelle Urban is a mom, author, home organizer, and owner of The Organized House. Passionate about creating functional and beautiful spaces, Michelle has helped countless families reclaim their homes from clutter and chaos. Her expertise in decluttering and organization has been featured in several publications, and she is known for her practical and relatable approach to home organization. Michelle resides with her family in Oregon and continues to inspire others to transform their living spaces into havens of peace and productivity.

Read an excerpt of Michelle's newly released book, "Clearing Clutter, Creating Joy: Decluttering Your Way to an Organized House," — available on Amazon at: https://amzn.to/43E6jPd.

Posts (59)

Jun 15, 2026 ∙ 11 min

Stop Worrying About Where Your Donations Go

I have something to say about donations, and I know some of you aren't going to agree with me. Hear me out. Once you've decided to declutter and get rid of things you no longer need, the destination matters less than the departure. The objective isn't finding the perfect home for your stuff. It's getting it out of your home. I know some of you are already thinking, "But Michelle, shouldn't we be donating responsibly?" Or, "What if someone else could really use it?" Or my personal favorite, "I...

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Jun 1, 2026 ∙ 21 min

How I Hired My First Virtual Assistant (And What I Wish I Had Known Sooner)

TL;DR I was the bottleneck. I hired a virtual assistant. I reviewed 103 applicants so you don't have to. A great job description beats a great resume. The right VA protects revenue, improves operations, and creates headspace. One afternoon, I was sitting in my car after an all-day client project, answering emails before heading straight to my son's two-and-a-half-hour baseball game. It was one of those moments where I was trying to cram an hour's worth of work into twenty minutes. There were...

May 28, 2026 ∙ 6 min

What Is Body Doubling and Why Does It Make Getting Organized So Much Easier?

Have you ever stared at a pile of paperwork, an overflowing closet, or a garage packed with years of stuff and thought, "I know exactly what I need to do, I just can't seem to start?" If so, you're in very good company. One of the biggest misconceptions I see as a professional organizer is that people struggle with clutter because they're lazy, unmotivated, or don't care enough. After working in hundreds of homes, I can tell you that's rarely the case. Most people know what needs to happen....