We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Mitch Worzel a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Alright, Mitch thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. What was the most important lesson/experience you had in a job that has helped you as a business owner?
I’ve learned so much from every job I’ve had. At the time, you don’t always see what you’re being prepared for, but looking back, there’s always a thread connecting each experience—leading you to where you are now.
My first job at a local store taught me teamwork, punctuality, and the importance of finding my niche. It was my first exposure to operations, money handling, and the ins and outs of running a business. That’s where I first realized my love for organization and efficiency.
From there, I moved into sales at a large tech company. The products sold themselves, but I had to figure out how they fit into each customer’s life. At first, I hated it, but over two years, I honed my ability to listen, ask the right questions, and truly understand people’s needs—an invaluable skill.
I then transitioned into operations at the same company, where I stayed for nearly eight years, working my way up to leadership roles. I was fortunate to be part of a company that valued organization and cleanliness, and my team and I helped innovate processes that influenced corporate standards. I learned what it meant to lead, work within time constraints, and navigate the challenges of managing teams—especially when tensions ran high. I also had the opportunity to open new stores and train teams, reinforcing my passion for structure and efficiency.
When I moved to a new city, I sought a more traditional 9-to-5 role and took a job as an account manager. While it wasn’t my favorite, it taught me accountability, adaptability, and the importance of finding the right people to lean on. Sometimes, knowing what you don’t want is just as valuable.
My last step before starting my own business was another operations role in my industry. It felt like a natural progression—like a stepping stone placed in front of me. I played a key role in growing the company and had six months to test whether it was my long-term path. Ultimately, I chose to part ways, taking a short sabbatical to help my family complete a renovation I had been guiding. Being on-site, hands-on, reinforced what I already knew: I was ready to go out on my own.
There was no single moment of realization—just a series of steps, like levels in a video game. Each job taught me something about myself, the workforce, and, ultimately, how I wanted to run a business. The biggest lesson? Patience. You never fully know why you’re being guided in a certain direction, but if you focus on learning and growing, you’ll end up exactly where you need to be. As a business owner, there’s always uncertainty. You take educated shots in the dark, but you take them with confidence—because every step is leading somewhere. Keep going, keep learning, and keep taking shots.
Mitch, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?
We’re in the business of helping people live better. We want your space to feel freer, your mind to be at ease, and for you to feel excited every time you walk through the door.
Our company sits at the crossroads of interior design and professional organizing. We love getting hands-on with anything related to style, color, room functionality, and space planning—but also organization and systems that make life easier.
Professional organizing has developed a reputation for hyper-organization—rainbow-colored bins, everything perfectly labeled. While that works for some, we’ve found it can be just as overwhelming as disorganization. It often prioritizes an idealized version of order over what’s actually functional for the client. Our philosophy? Stretch goals are great, but they need to be realistic and maintainable.
We’ve worked with companies that don’t approach full-service the way we do. Need a fully stocked, organized kitchen? We’ll handle the shopping and placement. Not sure why a room feels off? We’ll assess the layout and suggest improvements. Drowning in too much stuff? We’ll lay it all out, help you understand how it accumulated, and discuss habits that can prevent it from happening again. Planning a new home and unsure about storage? We’ll review your blueprints to ensure you have the space you need. Living in a small downtown loft? We’ll get creative with storage solutions to help you live more simply.
When you work with us, you’re benefiting from years of trial and error—lessons we’ve learned through experience. We’ve already done the hard work of figuring out what doesn’t work, so you get the quicker, cleaner version—without the frustration.
Some of the best feedback we receive is, “This is the best money I’ve ever spent on myself.” That’s because it’s not just about organizing or designing—it’s about uncovering the habits that led to the clutter in the first place. Clients realize that of all the beautiful things they own, this investment was truly for them. It allows them to breathe, to enjoy their hobbies without effort, and to reclaim their space with intention.
No matter how long, difficult, or complex a project is, we take pride in knowing we’ve made a lasting impact. The ease we’ve created, the joy we’ve uncovered, and even the forgotten treasures brought back to light—all of it matters. We also believe in responsible decluttering, donating items thoughtfully to minimize waste and promote sustainability. Because when you live with fewer things but better things, you’re living well in our eyes.
How’d you meet your business partner?
I met my business partner while working in the field—she ran the projects, and I ran the operations. From the start, we were each other’s rock, leaning on one another for support through the challenges of the job.
When we decided to start our own company, we were determined to stay true to our core values. We spent countless hours—what felt like months—refining our vision, our pitch, and our business manifesto. Before AI! We took the time to build something intentional, and even today, our company operates on those same principles. It’s a great feeling to see that foundation still holding strong.
We knew early on that we would be fine. Our six months of running a company together felt like an initiation, setting the path forward. We’re both strong-willed, opinionated people, but we also know when to step back and listen to each other. One of our biggest strengths is the ability to give and receive feedback openly. We’ve both been on our own personal growth journeys, and rather than internalizing issues, we address them head-on.
Of course, we’ve had to grow in this area—this is our first business, after all. At times, things have felt awkward or uncomfortable, but in a partnership, you have to lay your cards on the table. You chose this person to build something with, and that bond is what keeps you on course. If you don’t feel that level of trust and openness, you should be talking about it.
We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.
When you’re first starting out, jobs can be hard to come by—especially in a market with established competition. One of the best things we did was meet some of that so-called competition and realize we’re all on the same journey, just at different stages. We’re not meant to be where they are yet, but we’ll get there.
That mindset has been key to our resilience. Some seasons are tough—it’s paycheck to paycheck. Other times, it’s more than you can handle. You have to take it all in stride, trust that what’s meant for you will come, and keep showing up—aiming to be just 1% better than the day before. Growth creates more growth, and that’s been my internal monologue for the past year. We have so much more to show, so much more to build—and it will happen when we’re ready.
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