Creatives Under Pressure— A Spoken Word Tribute 

Episode Summary

In this powerful spoken word episode, Joké Durojaiye delivers a relatable, funny, and emotional tribute to every home stager who ever undercharged, overworked, and still made it look effortless.

This is not just poetry. It is real talk with rhythm.

You’ll find yourself nodding along, laughing out loud, and maybe even tearing up as Joké shares the real behind the reel. From loading your own truck to fielding drive-by staging requests, this piece will hit home in more ways than one.

If you’ve ever
 • staged with secondhand pieces
 • dealt with impossible budgets
 • been asked to "just throw in" furniture like it's sprinkles on a sundae
 This one is for you.

What You’ll Hear

• Why that spray-painted table still mattered
 • The mental math of quoting jobs while trying to stay sane
 • The infamous "Can you stage tomorrow" call
 • A moment to honor your journey and the business you built
 • A straight-up reminder to raise your prices and stand in your worth

This Episode Is For

• New and aspiring stagers trying to make sense of the chaos
 • Seasoned stagers who need a reminder of how far they’ve come
 • Creatives building something meaningful with limited resources
 • Anyone who wants to feel seen, heard, and respected in their work

More From Joké

Website: businessofhomestaging.com
Instagram: @businessofhomestaging
Workshops and offers: businessofhomestaging.com/workshop

Want to Work With Joké

If you’re ready to build a staging business that is both beautiful and bankable, explore coaching, courses, and resources created for stagers who are done playing small.
 Visit businessofhomestaging.com/resources