Our Tasker Spotlight series continues with a Tasker from the SF Bay Area… Anne M.! She got into tasking because she was looking for a job where she could control her own schedule and be her own boss. Let’s learn more about Anne M. and her journey into tasking!
The Why Behind the Task
Working on a schedule that allows her to prioritize her life with her kids is one of the top, if not the top, benefits of being a Tasker.
“I market myself as a mom. I like to take care of people and much of my life experience has been as a caretaker. I have been a single mom for about seven years. As the primary caretaker for two kids, I want to be able to earn an income while still prioritizing school pickups and events—and be able to take a spring break or a sick day with my kids.”
The Bread and Butter Tasks
“As a professional organizer, I want to help people grow and learn how to care for themselves and their homes. Frequently people hire me after a transformative life event, like a new baby, a move, a divorce or the death of a loved one. I respect my clients and I try to show compassion for wherever they are on their journey. Organization is personal and I want my clients to find their equilibrium at home.”
Top Tasks Tackled
The first being: “Setting up a nursery for a couple expecting their first child—because I know the happiness they are about to experience. It is just contagious, and it’s an honor to be a part of that process.”
Now for the second: “Assisting a woman to settle into a new apartment after leaving an abusive relationship—helping her to feel she has authority over her home.”
And the third most memorable task: “Helping another single mom organize her whole apartment, room by room. There really is a sisterhood among women, and especially single moms. I love connecting with other women and helping them prioritize themselves and their homes.”
The DREAM Task
“If I could do another task for anyone, I’d love to do a task for another mom who couldn’t afford my help. I’d love to just help them take control of their home.”
There’s Life To Be Lived Outside of Tasking
“Trail running, rollerblading, and spending time with my family! I’m traveling this summer to Paris and Morocco.”
What Tasking Means to Me…
“Being a Tasker and receiving positive feedback through reviews has boosted my self esteem. This is the first job I have had in years where I have felt in control of my work and where I have felt like I could thrive based on my own effort.”
Through tasking, Anne’s realized that helping other people, including single moms like herself, not only makes them happy but has also brought joy and made a positive impact in her own life. Anne’s story shows that being a Tasker offers several personal benefits that makes tasking more than just a job—it’s a lifestyle.
