Posted by Marie on November 16, 2008
Recently, a relocating couple asked me to take care of their cat during the moving process. For work reasons, they were moving out to the east coast. While movers were going to take care of the larger furniture pieces, this couple was still going to drive a rental truck out to their new place themselves.
It wouldn’t have been safe or comfortable for the cat to go along. So the kitty stayed here in the Chicago area until they could make a return trip to get her.
This family was able to make these arrangements because they trusted Detour Services. By doing it this way, they were able to take advantage of some cost-cutting options while at the same time, they looked after the health and well-being of their cat.
Are you facing a similar situation? Contact us for a free consultation today!
Posted by Marie on November 6, 2008
It’s getting close to that time of year again. Many businesses go all-hands-on-deck to complete the end-of-year inventory count. Sometimes, they even close down shop in order to get it all done.
Could a couple of extra helpers make the process less painful? Why not give Detour Services a call to reserve your inventory count date?
Posted by Marie on October 29, 2008
Do you need help switching out your closets? As the weather turns, we all start preparing our families for the colder winter months.
But sometimes, the task is harder than it seems like it should be. Where are those brand new gloves from last year? Perhaps a young one has outgrown those sweaters?
A personal concierge service like Detour Services can help you prepare and get organized. Because of our versatility, we’re able to help in ways that are more complete than other professionals. We can do any or all of the following:
- Rearrange and organize your closets. Detour Services is a proud member of the National Association of Professional Organizers.
- Transport the items you wish to donate and return with a receipt.
- Arrange for the sale of other items online, in a garage sale, or through resale shops.
- Search online for the best new purchase bargains.
- Do the buying for you. Wouldn’t it be great to try out clothing in the comfort of your own home?
- Return unwanted merchandise.
Save yourself the headaches and hassles of this busy time of year. Call Detour Services to see how we can make your life so much easier.
Posted by Marie on October 15, 2008
Restaurant clubs are a lot of fun. You get a regular night out with friends. You get to try new foods. You get to learn more about where you live. I hear about these goals so often from busy people. With a restaurant club, you can achieve all of them in one fell swoop.
How does a restaurant club work?
On a designated night, you and your friends gather at a chosen restaurant. Your table has been reserved. All your special requests have been communicated and taken care of. There’s nothing left to do except talk, enjoy each other’s company, and figure out if you have a new favorite place to eat.
Restaurant clubs are a great way to stay connected with your social circles. It’s all too easy to lose track of friends and back out on invitations because work is too hectic and you’re just too tired. A regular social event like a restaurant club helps you recharge and keeps you connected.
The problem is—someone has to plan all this. Someone has to pick a restaurant and propose it, keep track of who is coming, make the reservation, and send out the final details.
That’s where a personal assistant can come in. Why not let your assistant keep track of restaurant openings and reviews? Let him or her call ahead with questions. Is there parking? Is it BYOB? Are there vegetarian options?
Once a place is decided, your assistant can handle the rest—from invitations to reservations. You and your friends can just show up and enjoy.
Posted by Marie on September 18, 2008
Did you know that all the information you backed up on those CDs and DVDs are not preserved forever? The ink on the shiny side of the discs degrades. When it goes, so does your information.
The high-quality Japanese disc manufacturing plants are all but gone. The market is filled with lower quality product from cheaper manufacturing options.
The rule of thumb used to be to burn a new backup every four to five years. With your especially sensitive or precious information though, you’ll probably want to beat that timetable by a mile.
Copying your CDs and DVDs is another one of those time intensive necessities that is easily outsourced to a personal assistant.
