A transition is like the orchestra!
I am very supportive of clients being active participants in their transition. It helps them still feel like they are in involved and still have independence.
In a conversation with a client, I equated her transition to that of an orchestra. (It's not as much of a stretch as you might think.)
Client is the Composer - with the ideas and input on what she wants to take to her new place and how she wants things to look.
I am the Conductor - making sure all the sections come in at just the right time and play as they should, when they should.
Without the organization, we will have a cacophonous noise.
When First Chairs or the Composer make decisions, schedule things without coordinating with the Conductor, it can really throw a wrench in things.
With organization and a thorough game plan, we can have a beautiful symphony!
