Today we’d like to introduce you to Sahiba Bassi.
Hi Sahiba, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
I grew up in India, got a degree in Architecture and later on an MBA in Human Resources. I worked for a while as a consultant before giving it up to come to the US after getting married. After coming here, I started looking for opportunities but it wasn’t easy. It took a long time for work authorization to get approved, then hiring slowed down and eventually Covid hit and basically put a damper on any chance of me finding a job in the field I was looking for.
Similar to everyone else, staying home because of Covid had me doing a lot of introspection and I found that I had picked up organizing as a life skill from my parents while growing up! Because of my father’s work, we moved every two years. With each transfer, we packed up, moved, unpacked, and adapted to a new city.
While researching on Google, I discovered the Professional Organizing industry—a perfect fit that allowed me to combine my space design and HR skills.
I officially launched Declutter Bee in September 2020 and joined NAPO (National Association of Productivity and Organizing). To gain experience, I worked with other organizers, which reinforced the value of community over competition. NAPO has taught me how organizers can support each other rather than always being competitors.
I am currently serving as the President of the NAPO Austin Board and will step down in May 2025.
In November 2021, my husband and I moved to Austin, TX. Since then, it’s been a rollercoaster of learning and growth. In my business, I learn as I go, but one thing remains constant—helping my clients reduce clutter-caused anxiety and overwhelm is truly satisfying.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Not at all—but every struggle, challenge, failure, and success has been a lesson that I’m grateful for.
Owning a business is never a straightforward path. You have to wear multiple hats—sometimes all at once—which can lead to burnout if you’re not careful. Like most entrepreneurs, I’ve experienced highs and lows but staying connected with other small business owners and organizers has been a huge source of support and inspiration. Community matters!
One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that organizing and mental health are deeply connected. Behind the clutter, there’s often a story—grief, depression, divorce, chronic illness, neurodivergence, or just the overwhelm of a busy life. My job isn’t just to tidy up; it’s to understand the “why” behind the disorganization and to support clients with compassion and practical systems.
That kind of emotional labor is real. As an organizer, I often walk alongside my clients through their hardest seasons—and that means I also have to be mindful of my own emotional boundaries and mental well-being. I’m constantly learning, evolving, and working on myself, so I can continue to show up fully for the people I serve.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your business?
At Declutter Bee, we provide Professional Organizing Services with a mission: to help people reduce clutter-caused anxiety by getting—and staying—organized.
We meet clients exactly where they are—physically, emotionally, and in their decluttering journey. Every session is tailored to the client’s unique pace, preferences, and priorities. Our approach is always judgment-free, empathetic, and encouraging.
We’re more than organizers—we’re resource centers, creative problem-solvers, and often, accountability partners. From tackling messy garages to paper-filled offices to helping rightsize, our goal is always the same: make life easier and lighter.
We’re especially proud to work with clients across a wide age range—from 8 to 96 years—and with individuals of different abilities, including those with ADHD, Autism Spectrum, MS, and more. We’re also happy to haul away donations to local charities, taking one more task off your plate while giving back to the community.
Our Services Include:
– In-Person Decluttering & Organizing (Homes & Offices)
– Move Management – from packing to unpacking and everything in between
– Paper Management – streamline files, paperwork, and mail
– Space Planning – reimagine rooms for functionality and flow
– Inventory Creation – helpful for memory keeping
– DIY Organizing Plans – custom guides for those who just need a nudge in the right direction
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.declutterbee.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/declutterbee
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Declutterbee.PO/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahibabassi/
