Pattern #4 Most Move Managers Haven't Moved Long Distance- Stuck In Same Place, Same Story
- Martin Mayotte
- Nov 14, 2025
- 1 min read

There's often this disconnect that creates a fascinating (annoying) tension: professionals entrusted with shaping the move experience often know the process concept, but not in practice and in an industry built on transition, adaption and fresh starts, that gap matters.
It matters because experience shapes empathy and empathy shapes service. Without firsthand understanding of the stress, uncertainty, and identity shift that come with uprooting a life, even the most well-intentioned professionals can underestimate the emotional weight behind each decision point.
Ineffective Feedback States: "It's just a move- people do it all the time"
Effective Feedback States: "I know how fun & frustrating this can get. What are your thoughts & expectations."
Origins: Regardless of when/where/how often you've moved, attitudes towards the move often gets watered down to just another move really means you forgot what really is going on. While the support given is technically adequate, it's often emotionally tone-deaf, which can also lead to confused or worried customers.
Destination: Immediately recognizing perceptions and getting perspective from the individual moving is a great icebreaker that helps identify the individuals comfort level and experience. It also provides an opportunity to help make the process not just manageable, but genuinely supportive and authentic (which ultimately fosters comfort & confidence).
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