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As an Interior Designer and now business mentor for the interior design industry, I understand how challenging it can be to navigate a career in interior design. After having three children, I decided to follow my passion for interior design. I knocked on many doors and wouldn’t take no for an answer, but it certainly wasn’t easy.
That’s why, after 13 years of working in the industry, I decided to pivot my design business and move into coaching and mentoring to help designers get into the industry, stay in the industry and thrive in the industry.
In this podcast, I’m drawing back the curtains to share what goes on behind the scenes of running an interior design business. I want to show you that it’s possible to have an amazing design career that fits in with your family and your lifestyle.
It’s one thing to be a fantastic designer, but if you don’t understand how to run and market a business, you simply won’t survive in this industry. So I’m here to inspire you, energise you and lift you up so that you have the confidence, skills and know-how to thrive in the interior design world.
I’m so glad that you’re here.
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Most business owners don’t know how to switch off.We’re constantly grinding away, working behind the scenes to give our all and serve our clients in the best possible way.But to what end? Is it really success if it comes at the cost of our health and relationships?Far too often, it’s only when life throws a curve ball that we stop to think about the way we are living our lives and even consider slowing down.For Kaz, owner of Viva Life Pilates, that curve ball showed up in the form of breast c...
How do you actually set your prices? And how do you do it in a way that reflects your value, while still attracting your ideal clients?If these questions have been swimming around in your head, know that you’re definitely not alone. This is a hot topic amongst a lot of designers I speak to. It’s not easy to tackle, but trust me - pricing your services for profitability is crucial to keep your business propelling forwards. If you’re undercharging or just not sure about where you...
Personally, I love Instagram. I believe it’s absolutely key for designers to utilise this tool to showcase their portfolio, style and personal brand. However, I know it’s not for everybody. For many designers out there, the pressure of social media can send them into a downward spiral. Keeping up with the algorithm and creating endless Reels can be exhausting. If this is you, you might be wondering if it’s even possible to grow your business without it. The good news? There are...
Here's the hard truth: if you're not willing to invest in your own business, you cannot expect others to want to invest in you. Spending money on your business can feel risky, especially when you're trying to save or are unsure of future projects. Yet, the reality is that to make money, you have to spend it. Strategic investments in your business aren't just expenses; they are vital tools that create opportunities, streamline processes and elevate your work. The good news is, runni...
The cycles of business are real. There are ups and downs. We love our business, then we hate it. We’re on fire, and sometimes we’re totally off the mark.And you know what? That’s perfectly okay. Normal, even!You might be surprised to hear that I’m currently going through my own challenging cycle in business. While I love learning, am very motivated and overall a high achiever, I’ve been questioning myself, my abilities and where I’m actually headed. It’s been making me feel stuck, like I...
Do we need to be qualified? Is the interior design industry likely to move towards mandatory qualifications?This topic is a hot one, and quite controversial amongst a lot of designers and creatives in the industry these days. So much so, that it almost made me nervous to record this episode! But it’s a topic worth discussing, because let’s face it: the argument of qualified vs unqualified can deepen the imposter syndrome that’s rampant in our industry, particularly in Australia, mak...
There is nothing worse than hitting send on a design proposal and… crickets.Your prospective client doesn’t get back to you for days, sometimes even weeks. You start to assume the worst. They’ve either thought, “No way!” to your proposal, or your email didn’t even go through.It’s easy to start panicking or feeling like we’ve been rejected, but I want to remind you: people are busy. How many times have you seen an email in your inbox and told yourself you’d reply later, or just deleted it with...
Getting that first client who actually pays you is a really big milestone.But how do you get there? We all know how daunting it can be to try and secure that very first customer. And once we do land them, we’ll usually undercharge and overdeliver. It’s not just new designers that struggle to attract clients, however. Oftentimes, busy designers will bury their heads in their work and fail to continue marketing their businesses. Once the jobs dry up, they’re left without any leads.Today, I’ve g...
I’ve seen many designers offer initial design consultations that they’re either not charging for at all, or only charging a small amount. This can lead to you as a designer feeling undervalued, wasting time on clients that aren’t able to afford your services anyway, and leave you constantly charging large projects to keep the income flowing.I challenge you to remove the mindset that the initial consultation should be free. If you stack the value in these consultations they can serve as a...
Resources & Links:Want 20% off your LEGAL docs from Foundd Legal? - Use our link hereWe use and recommend FLODESK for our emails - get 50% off with this link!Join The $10K Designer/ Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJoin the FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1351851525693713Download the FREE pricing and services guide here: https://goldchalk.mykajabi.com/offers/kc8TCz72Access my free masterclass - How to start your business without a Portfo...
Unspoken Truths and Game-Changing Tips from the Inside - "Today, you’re in for a treat! After countless interviews with top designers, I’ve gathered their most valuable insights and tips to help you run your interior design business more effectively."Resources & Links:Want 20% off your LEGAL docs from Foundd Legal? - Use our link hereWe use and recommend FLODESK for our emails - get 50% off with this link!Join The $10K Designer/ Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJ...
Want 20% off your LEGAL docs from Foundd Legal? - Use our link hereWe use and recommend FLODESK for our emails - get 50% off with this link!Join The $10K Designer/ Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJoin the FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1351851525693713Download the FREE pricing and services guide here: https://goldchalk.mykajabi.com/offers/kc8TCz72Thank you to our major sponsor and designer resource - More Time To Design
Resources & Links:Want 20% off your LEGAL docs from Foundd Legal? - Use our link hereWe use and recommend FLODESK for our emails - get 50% off with this link!Join The $10K Designer/ Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJoin the FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1351851525693713Download the FREE pricing and services guide here: https://goldchalk.mykajabi.com/offers/kc8TCz72Access my free masterclass - How to start your business without a Portfo...
Resources & Links:Want 20% off your LEGAL docs from Foundd Legal? - Use our link hereWe use and recommend FLODESK for our emails - get 50% off with this link!Join The $10K Designer/ Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJoin the FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1351851525693713Download the FREE pricing and services guide here: https://goldchalk.mykajabi.com/offers/kc8TCz72Access my free masterclass - How to start your business without a Portfo...
Resources & Links:Want 20% off your LEGAL docs from Foundd Legal? - Use our link hereWe use and recommend FLODESK for our emails - get 50% off with this link!Join The Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJoin the FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1351851525693713Purchase the pricing and services guide here: https://goldchalk.mykajabi.com/offers/kc8TCz72Access my free masterclass - How to start your business without a Portfolio Thank you to our...
Resources & Links:Want 20% off your LEGAL docs from Foundd Legal? - Use our link hereWe use and recommend FLODESK for our emails - get 50% off with this link!Join The Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJoin the FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1351851525693713Purchase the pricing and services guide here: https://goldchalk.mykajabi.com/offers/kc8TCz72Access my free masterclass - How to start your business without a Portfolio Thank you to our...
Resources & Links:Want 20% off your LEGAL docs from Foundd Legal? - Use our link hereWe use and recommend FLODESK for our emails - get 50% off with this link!Join The Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJoin the FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1351851525693713Purchase the pricing and services guide here: https://goldchalk.mykajabi.com/offers/kc8TCz72Access my free masterclass - How to start your business without a Portfolio Thank you to our...
Resources & Links:We use and recommend FLODESK - get 50% off with this link!Join The Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJoin the FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1351851525693713Purchase the pricing and services guide here: https://goldchalk.mykajabi.com/offers/kc8TCz72Access my free masterclass - How to start your business without a Portfolio Thank you to our major sponsor and designer resource - More Time To Design
Resources & Links:Join The Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJoin the FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1351851525693713Purchase the pricing and services guide here: https://goldchalk.mykajabi.com/offers/kc8TCz72Access my free masterclass - How to start your business without a Portfolio Thank you to our major sponsor and designer resource - More Time To Design
Resources & Links:Join The Mentorship here: https://interiorsinsider.com.au/mentorshipJoin the FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1351851525693713Purchase the pricing and services guide here: https://goldchalk.mykajabi.com/offers/kc8TCz72Access my free masterclass - How to start your business without a Portfolio Thank you to our major sponsor and designer resource - More Time To Design
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