Today we’d like to introduce you to Victoria Mascaro.
Victoria, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I’ve been passionate about organizing, decorating, and creating beautiful spaces for as long as I can remember. As a child, I found joy in tidying up my closet, arranging my dolls’ accessories, and even washing their clothes. As a teen, I had a tradition of “Spring Cleaning” my bedroom – decluttering, rearranging furniture, and refreshing my space. That tradition followed me into adulthood, evolving into a way to bring clarity, fresh energy, and creativity into my home.
In 2021, I took a big step – selling my condo of 17 years and buying my first house. I poured my heart into organizing and decorating every corner, inside and out. My love for nature blossomed as I transformed my outdoor space into a peaceful garden retreat. During this journey, something clicked – this wasn’t just something I enjoyed; it was something I was meant to do. That’s when Sacred Spaces by Victoria was born. I incorporated the business in 2023 & begin to do it on the side (nights & weekends) as I was a full time employee at a law office at the time,
Towards the end of 2024, after years of dissatisfaction & burnout at my current job, I made another bold decision. I decided that I would resign during the first quarter of 2025 & fully devote myself to growing my business, which brought me so much joy and fulfillment. On March 21, 2025, I bid farewell to the corporate world (after working in it since the age of 16) and fully launched Sacred Spaces by Victoria.
Now, I get to share my passion with others, helping clients transform their homes, offices, and gardens into spaces that feel light, energized, and inspiring. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing the joy and relief on a client’s face when their space is decluttered and beautifully arranged. To be invited into someone’s sacred space and help transform it is an honor that I do not take lightly.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
I wouldn’t say that it’s been a struggle, but it certainly has been challenging & quite the learning experience. The business is still very new & growing it has been slow. Transitioning from employee to solopreneur requires a lot of grit and learning. I’ve had to transform the way I structure my days & the way I think about making money. I’ve had to learn to navigate the uncertainty and insecurities of the months when the business is not as busy & profitable, to think outside the box, and find side gigs to supplement my income so that I don’t deplete my savings while the business takes off and becomes more sustainable. Fear creeps in regularly, but not once I have regretted my decision to leave the corporate world and launch my business. I love what I get to do now. I love connecting with my clients, helping them through what is sometimes a very challenging process of decluttering, organizing & maintaining the organization. I believe that my business has great potential & that it serves a great need and purpose in the lives of many. It’s just a matter of reaching the clients that need me. That’s been the biggest challenge so far, especially when the advertising budget is limited.
As you know, we’re big fans of Sacred Spaces by Victoria . For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
At Sacred Spaces by Victoria, we specialize in professional organization and decluttering services for homes and businesses as well as garden design.
For residential clients our services include: Decluttering and organizing living spaces, kitchens and bathrooms, closets, children/baby playrooms, garages and sheds, as well as creating inviting and beautiful outdoor spaces (whether that space is a balcony, small patio, or a big back yard).
For business clients, we offer both physical and digital decluttering and organization of office spaces, the creation and maintenance of filing systems, inventory, and warehouse organization.
We also provide additional services such as holiday decorating and dismantling, event space setup and breakdown, and packing and unpacking support during relocations.
Do you have any advice for those just starting out?
The most important advice I can give based on my personal experience is to have a clear plan before starting your business. You will need some financial backup (savings….unless you have a spouse/partner that can back you up financially). You need to evaluate your finances & have a budget. You also need to know what’s the minimum that you need to produce each month to cover your personal & business expenses without having to dip into your savings.
When you’re an employee, your monthly income is consistent, but that is not the case when you’re a business owner. Some months are very lucrative and others are dry and will require you to dip into your savings. As a business owner, you will also have additional expenses that you did not have as an employee. You have to plan for a marketing budget (advertising, social media, business cards/flyers, etc.). There are also yearly corporate filing fees, and if you have a brick & mortar business, you need to budget rent, electricity, water, employee salaries, etc. It’s also important that, whenever possible, you save whatever extra income comes in during the lucrative months so you can have even more of a cushion during the dry months.
Being a business owner requires discipline. During the slow periods you may be tempted to stay in bed a little longer. You may feel unmotivated & discouraged, like nothing you’re doing is working. You may feel like giving up, and for some, there’s always the option to return to being an employee. However, for those of us who don’t want to return to a traditional corporate job ever again, the slow months are when we have to push ourselves and not lose sight of the dream.
During the slow months I brainstorm on strategies to bring in more clients & find creative (and affordable) ways to advertise. I work on creating more social media content, research free (or inexpensive) courses that will teach me more about being a business owner, check out networking events/groups, and find resources for grants, etc. Every little thing you do to grow your business helps. I often have to remind myself of this.
Some days may be difficult, but if you believe in your business and it’s mission, you will find the courage to keep going…one tiny step at a time. You may also have to look for part time sources of income to keep you going during the slow months. I’ve discovered & continue to learn each day that this path requires patience, creativity, courage, and thinking outside the box.
Pricing:
- $80/ hour
- I also offer discounted maintenance packages
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.sacredspacesbyv.com
- Instagram: @sacredspacesbyv
- Facebook: @sacredspacesbyv
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-mascaro-03a0411b8
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/sacred-spaces-by-victoria-north-miami-beach?osq=Sacred+Spaces+by+Victoria
- Other: TikTok URL: @sacredspacesbyv
