Welcome to our newest feature series, Day in the Life. Over the coming months, we are inviting KonMari Consultants from around the world to share stories of how they built their businesses, what unique challenges they face when tidying and what a day at work looks like for them. The goal is to give you a glimpse into the lives of small business owners who followed their own path to create work that sparks joy.
Meet Zina Lazrak, the first certified KonMari Consultant in Morocco. In addition to working with clients on organizing projects, Zina has used her skill set and passion for tidying to launch three separate businesses — all while working part-time hours, leaving her more time to spend with her family.
“The KonMari Method has completely changed my life,” she says. “I’ve learned to let go of things that no longer serve me and intentionally create spaces that spark joy and reflect my lifestyle. It’s more than just organizing, it’s about building a purposeful life aligned with what truly matters.”
We asked Zina to walk us through how she built her unique business model and to share a day in her life as a professional organizer trained in The KonMari Method.
Tell us a little about your business. What are your specialties?
I am the first Certified KonMari Consultant in Morocco, a planner creator, and founder of a consulting agency that owns three unique brands, each dedicated to different aspects of organization:
- ZL Get Organized: Home organization services that help clients across the country organize their spaces and lives
- Family Organizer: A brand specializing in creating planners to help people stay organized
- Mytag: A labeling brand offering custom labeling solutions for clothing, school supplies, kitchen, storage, and office spaces
I work part-time with both corporate clients and individuals, helping them simplify their spaces and create more intentional lives through organization and planning.
Are there any unique tidying challenges or organizing trends in your country that you’ve noticed while working with clients?
There is a strong emotional attachment to inherited items. Family traditions and heritage often lead clients to hold onto furniture, clothing, or decor passed down through generations. Instead of discarding these items, we repurpose them together in a creative way to give these items a modern twist while preserving their sentimental value. This approach allows them to create a space that feels fresh and functional and honors their family’s legacy.

Interested in becoming a KonMari Consultant like Zina? We have several courses, both virtual and online, throughout the year. We also offer regular info sessions and an complimentary, in-depth brochure with more details on the KonMari Consultant Program and certification process.
What made you want to become a professional organizer, and why did you decide to go through the KonMari Consultant Program for your training?
My love for organizing and planning was already shaping my journey, when I started my planner business in 2016. It was a way to bring structure, clarity, and happiness into my life. When I encountered the KonMari Method, its philosophy of choosing joy and creating intentional spaces deeply resonated with me. I realized how powerful it could be to combine my passion for organizing with my planner business, blending both to help others live a life of purpose. This alignment inspired me to enroll in the Consultant Program in 2021 to hopefully bring that same empowerment to others.
Any advice for someone considering becoming a professional organizer?
Be patient, focus on listening to your clients’ needs, and respect their journeys, their traditions and their feelings, as organizing is as much emotional as it is practical.
“When I encountered the KonMari Method, its philosophy of choosing joy and creating intentional spaces deeply resonated with me. I realized how powerful it could be to combine my passion for organizing with my planner business, blending both to help others live a life of purpose. ”
A Day in Zina’s Life as a Professional Organizer
5am-9am: I start my day with an early spiritual routine, which is so important to me as it sets a positive tone for the day. It’s a moment of calm, positivity, serenity, and spiritual connection — a precious time for myself before the day begins. After that, I wake up my kids to get ready for school. I also prepare myself during this time, get dressed and have breakfast so I can drop them off before heading to my shop or meeting a client for an organizing session. Since I’m a morning person, I like to schedule client appointments early in the morning so I can focus fully on my work in the afternoon and aim to finish by 3:30 PM to pick up my daughters from school. The rest of the day is dedicated to spending quality time with my family.
9am-1pm: After dropping the kids off at school, I head to either my planner shop or a client session, depending on the day. The first thing I do when I get to the office is check my daily schedule and establish my to-do list while enjoying a cup of Moroccan tea. This routine gives me a clear vision for the day and helps me stay focused on my goals. Today, I had a session with my neighbor, who was actually my very first client. She moved to Toronto three years ago and wanted to reorganize her closet. Since her mom lives there and her sister visits often, everyone started using her closet, which led to mixed-up clothes. It’s always exciting to see how the KonMari Method creates life-changing results that clients continue to embrace long-term!
1pm-3pm: I head to my office, order food from my favorite poke place for a quick lunch break, and then dive into work. Right now, I’m focusing on the 2026 collection for both the planner and labeling brands. A key part of my work involves collaborating with schools to create customized tags for school supplies for the upcoming season. Each year, I design and present new options for schools and update the collection on our website.
I’m also brainstorming the new planners’ collection theme and designs. Creating tools that help people improve their daily lives is my passion. Each planner is like a piece of art, telling a unique story. I always select a theme that brings value to the client, such as self-care, gratitude, positive mindset or mental health. For me, it’s not just about organization — it’s about well-being. It’s a way to guide people through planning toward a better lifestyle.
Sometimes, I use this time to go pick up storage items, like baskets, from Moroccan shops or other stores for my clients if they’ve requested me to do so. By 3pm, it’s time to leave the office and pick up my daughters from school.
4pm-7pm: I head straight home for a ritual snack time with the kids — fresh orange juice with Moroccan pastries — and think about what to prepare for dinner together. If the girls don’t have homework or after-school activities, they often join me in preparing the food.
I usually save content creation for my social media pages and plan upcoming client sessions for this time. I also help the girls with their projects if they need my assistance.
7pm-8:30pm: I drop off the girls at their after-school activities — my eldest attends contemporary dance classes, and my youngest takes piano lessons. During this time, I either head to the supermarket for groceries or go back home to take some time for myself, read a book or watch a TV show.
If the girls don’t have activities, we have a family dinner together. This time is special as we catch up on our day, discuss vacation plans, or talk about upcoming school events and projects. Sharing these moments is important since we don’t get to see each other at lunchtime.
8pm-9pm: After the last prayer of the day and before bedtime, I usually take a few minutes to review my planner to plan and organize the next day’s schedule. I also practice gratitude using one of my planners dedicated to gratitude and journaling, accompanied by a nice cup of herbal tea. It’s my way to pause, breathe and reflect on the day — to savor the little moments and prepare for what’s ahead. I also take time to read the Quran and recite night invocations for mental peace and spiritual grounding.
10pm: Bedtime!