Penny Lambright -- WORKING

Story by Torus Tammer; photo by xxx xxx

SHE IS

The archrival of disorganization

THE ODD GIFT

Penny Lambright has a title that most perceive as unusual --

clutterologist. Basically, she organizes things for people.

Growing up the youngest in a family with five children, Lambright was

always been around commotion. So at an early age, she realized her

penchant to take control of matters and began realigning her world to

become more harmonious. Misplaced clothing, evasive toys and any other

kind of mess was the training ground she used for honing her skills.

“I definitely was never taught how to do this,” the 37-year-old said.

“It’s a special gift I have that I’ve been developing for a long time.”

WHAT CLUTTER OFFENDERS NEED

Lambright serves people in a multitude of ways. Quite often, the outcome

of her efforts are more comparable to that of a cognitive behavior

therapist, as opposed to somebody who just arranges people’s stuff.

“The trick to managing your clutter is being accountable for your own

mess,” said the self-employed Huntington Beach resident.

In fact, her ability to manage is the secret to what she does. Teaching

people to create a system of action that works according to their

environment and circumstances is a major part of the process, she said.

But it’s Lambright’s unique perspective that is the tool she relies upon

most. Lambright is able to assess the damage in any given area, come up

with an idea to handle it, then motivate and teach the clutter culprit to

adjust their behavior permanently.

“If I have to come back, then I haven’t succeeded with that project.”

GRATITUDE

A woman that is grateful for her talent, Lambright is the problem-solver

many are relieved to see when stricken with a bout of “the clutters.” And

it is quite obvious that Lambright continues to develop her talent

because she loves being able to help people who, in these hectic times,

give precedence to their families and careers.

Lambright explains “my job is not to get rid of everything ... it’s to

introduce comfort and decrease stress.”