Designed for the Creative Mind: Recent Episodes
Michelle Lynne
Your designs are beautiful, but you’re struggling with the business of your interior design business. Join successful interior design business owner, Michelle Lynne, of ML Interiors Group each Monday morning as she shares the processes she has found useful in growing her own 7-figure design firm, interviews industry related guests, and brings her own team of designers on for lively conversations. If you aren’t happy with the performance of your interior design business, are tired of trading your time for money, and know you were made for more, this show is for you.
Welcome back to Designed For The Creative Mind! In this episode of the 'Design for the Creative Mind' podcast, I reintroduce to you Danielle Hayden, a former corporate CFO turned CEO of Kickstart Accounting.
Danielle specializes in helping female entrepreneurs understand their financials to create sustainable profits. We chat about the importance of paying oneself, maintaining separate business and personal finances, and recognizing one's money personality type. Danielle shares practical advice on managing business finances, including building a rainy day fund and leveraging systems for accurate bookkeeping.
Meet our guest:
Danielle Hayden is a reformed corporate CFO (chief financial officer) who is on a mission to help rule-breaking female entrepreneurs understand their numbers so they can gain the confidence needed to create sustainable profits. After spending 10+ years in the boardroom as a corporate finance officer, Danielle is now in her sweet spot as the CEO of Kickstart Accounting, Inc. where she helps business owners with bookkeeping, financial analysis, and education and as the author of the Profit Planner book series. When Danielle isn’t crunching numbers on her clients’ behalf or crafting the next iteration of the Profit Planner, you can find her hanging with her two kids as she inspires them to lead their fullest lives or doing any, and almost every fitness-related activity ranging from Spartan races to pilates.
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text BESTIE to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
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Stay in touch with Michelle
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Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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Hello and welcome back to another episode of the Design for the Creative Mind podcast! I'm your host, Michelle Lind, and today I'm thrilled to have Jessica Harling with me. Jessica is a passionate ringleader and dynamic problem solver, known for her work with Behind the Design.
We dive into the concept of personal branding, discussing the phrases Jessica uses to summarize her personal brand. Have you considered the phrases that describe you in a heartbeat? It's an interesting perspective that we explore.
The podcast takes a fun turn as we recount how Michelle and Jessica first met at Luann Live in Orlando. Despite a rescheduled podcast interview, their chance encounter was a delightful surprise, emphasizing the small, interconnected nature of the interior design world.
Jessica introduces her company, Behind the Design, which focuses on building dream teams in three key ways: finding top talent, providing training for comfort in roles, and developing processes for long-term success. The discussion delves into recruiting beyond designers, encompassing various roles within the interior design business, from admin positions to project managers.
Jessica shares her journey into the industry, stemming from her family's window covering business in Chicago. As a fourth-generation member, she was involved in operations and developed a passion for paving the path behind her, ensuring others wouldn't face the same struggles.
The conversation turns to the generational gap in the design industry, where Jessica noticed a divide between traditional knowledge and modern tools. This realization fueled her mission to bridge the gap, leading her to consult and eventually establish Behind the Design.
We explore the direct impact of Jessica's work, emphasizing the importance of bringing fresh perspectives into the industry. The discussion touches on the value of diverse skill sets and the need to innovate by incorporating different viewpoints.
We discuss the challenges faced by business owners in the interior design industry, focusing on finding, training, and retaining talent. Jessica's insights shed light on the holistic approach she takes, addressing both people and processes to drive business growth.
Join us for this engaging episode as we explore the world of interior design, talent acquisition, and business growth with Jessica Harling from Behind the Design. Thank you for tuning in to the Design for the Creative Mind podcast!
Connect with Jessica:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BehindtheDesign/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gobehindthedesign/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/behindthedesign
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text BESTIE to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode I talk with Nikki Roush. She is the CEO of SalesMaven and she has the unique ability to transform the misunderstood process of selling with 25 plus years of selling experience.
Entrepreneurs and small business owners now hire Nikki to show them how to sell successfully and authentically. Nikki has written three books. They're all available on Amazon, and she has a podcast called Sales Maven.
Nikki shares her origin story and explains how she ventured into teaching people the art of selling. We talk about the stereotypes surrounding sales, especially for women, and the challenges individuals face when it comes to doing sales.
She shares her strategies for engaging conversations on social media, including how to talk with people rather than at them, and the simplicity behind developing genuine relationships on platforms like Instagram.
In this episode we also dive into what steps should be included in a proven sales process and Nikki shares her process, "The Selling Staircase," revealing the steps to qualify, quote, and close high-end clients. Get your pen and paper ready as she emphasizes the importance of a multi-conversation sales approach and the art of redirecting thoughts.
Connect with Nikki:
Grab a free gift for being a loyal podcast listener here: https://yoursalesmaven.com/mastering/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yoursalesmaven
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your_sales_maven/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolerausch/
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text BESTIE to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode I talk with Jeffrey Madoff, a multi-talented creative with a diverse career spanning fashion design, film production, producing, and teaching. Madoff has worked with prestigious clients like Ralph Lauren, Tiffany, Victoria's Secret, and more. He's also an adjunct professor at Parsons School of Design and an Amazon best-selling author of "Creative Careers, Making a Living with Your Ideas."
Madoff is the author of Creative Careers: Making a Living with Your Ideas. His book dispels the myth that artists can’t be good business people and good business people can’t be creative. He breaks down other myths about creativity so that readers can overcome obstacles and reach their full potential. Drawing on Jeff’s decades of experience and the experience of over 50 industry experts, Creative Careers takes you down a practical path that will lead to success in any field.
Madoff shares insights into his background, including growing up in Akron, Ohio, and his early experiences working in his parents' retail stores. Despite a broad education in philosophy and psychology, he found these disciplines foundational to his creative endeavors.
In this conversation into the intersection of creativity and business acumen. Madoff emphasizes the importance of breaking free from binary thinking, where creativity and business are perceived as mutually exclusive. He believes that everything one does informs everything else, emphasizing the interconnectedness of experiences.
We explore the idea that creativity is not limited to specific fields but is a common thread across diverse pursuits. They discuss the importance of asking the right questions, understanding budgets, and grasping various aspects of business in creative professions.
Connect with Jeffrey:
Website: ACreativeCareer.com, MadoffProductions.com
LinkedIn: in/B-Jeffrey-Madoff
Instagram @ACreativecareer
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text BESTIE to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode I talk with Masha Koyen, a messaging strategist and website copywriter for interior designers about the importance of strategic copy and messaging in the visually-driven world of interior design.
Masha talks about the need for designers to blend their visuals on their websites with great copy that connects to their audience and tells them a story. Your website has to work double duty, and copy is the bridge that connects your brand with the audience.
In the interior design industry it can be challenging to stand out, but your personal story is what sets you apart. Being authentic, telling your journey, and revealing the genuine you make the audience more likely to remember and connect with your brand.
We also dive into how to weave your story into your website copy, and Masha dives deeper into her process for how she helps clients create website copy that tells their brand story, speaks to their audience, and helps them get those potential clients to take the next step and engage with their brand.
Thank you for listening to this episode! I hope it inspires you to be more authentic, share your story, and hire a copywriter for your website if you need help!
Meet our guest Masha Koyen:
Masha Koyen is a seasoned messaging strategist and copywriter, bringing over 14 years of
corporate marketing experience to the table. She's worked with big guns like Deloitte, KPMG,
Open Text, and Pearson before launching her own boutique copywriting agency, Content
Vertical.
Today, Masha specializes in messaging strategy and website copywriting for the interior design
industry. Her secret sauce? A data-driven approach using her signature REVEAL framework.
She dives deep into the audience's psyche, creating engaging narratives that resonate with their
core needs and desires.
With Masha, you're not just getting words on a page - you're getting a strategic narrative that
captures attention and doesn't let go. Expect powerful, engaging web copy that not only tells a
story, but drives action.
Connect with Masha:
Website: https://www.contentvertical.com/
Grab a free mini messaging audit here: https://www.contentvertical.com/miniaudit/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masha.copywriter/
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text BESTIE to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode I have the pleasure of introducing you to the dynamic duo behind Lima Stanley Design, a health and wellness-focused interior and landscape design company based in Dallas, Texas.
Daniel and Rome share their journey into incorporating sustainability and wellness practices into their business, particularly in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Daniel reflects on his original passion for sustainability back in Brazil, while Rome delves into his experience at the Parsons School of Design, where he acquired knowledge in health, materials, and sustainable practices.
The duo discusses how they seamlessly merged their expertise in landscape and interior design to create a unique and sustainable approach to their projects. They emphasize the importance of education in their design process, guiding clients on materials, practices, and the overall goal of creating a healthy home.
In this episode we explore the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and its impact on Lima Stanley Design's growth. Daniel, with a creative background, acknowledges the overwhelming nature of business operations but highlights how EOS, particularly the book "Traction" by Gino Wickman, simplified the process. Rome, with a business administration background, emphasizes the value of EOS in providing a roadmap for running a successful business.
Thank you for listening to this episode. I hope it inspired you and gave you some insight as you build your interior design business.
Meet our guests Daniel Stanley and Rome Lima-Stanley:
Daniel Stanley and Rome Lima-Stanley are the principals and founders of Lima-Stanley Design. With a mission to create a healthier community and a sustainable planet for future generations, their interdisciplinary studio offers interior and landscape design projects with a health and wellness approach, and a promise to design healthy homes inside and out.
Connect with Daniel and Rome:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/limastanleydesign
TikTok: tiktok.com/@limastanleydesign
Facebook: www.facebook.com/limastanleydesign
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text BESTIE to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode I talk to Jamie Van Cuyk, the owner and lead strategist of Growing Your Team. She helps women, small business owners become confident leaders who hire correctly every single time. It's a big promise, but Jamie backs it up and shares with us in this episode the keys to getting it right.
In our conversation Jamie shares with us the 4 things to look out for in your business to know that it is time to hire, and we chat about common pitfalls you should avoid when trying to hire in your interior design business. We also dive into what to look for in your ideal candidate, how to ask the right questions in an interview, and how critical the onboarding process is to your new hire’s success and your business success.
As a business owner, hiring is one of the most important things you will do in your business and when you don’t get it right, it can be such a source of stress and losing time, money, and energy. This is not something that you should take lightly and it will always be important to continue to hone your skills when it comes to hiring or outsourcing it.
Thank you for tuning into this episode, I hope I encouraged you to take the hiring process seriously and you learned valuable tools to help you build your dream interior design business team
Meet our guest Jamie:
Jamie Van Cuyk, the owner and lead strategist of Growing Your Team, helps women small business owners become confident leaders who hire right every single time. Drawing from over 15 years of leadership experience, Jamie teaches her clients how to master the art of hiring. By learning the dynamics of each company and their specific needs, she helps them find their perfect-fit, long-lasting team members and avoid the hiring and firing cycle. On a personal side, Jamie lives in St Petersburg, FL, with her husband and two daughters, is a hobby winemaker, loves to travel, and enjoys exercise that takes her feet off the ground, including rock climbing and aerial dance.
Connect with Jamie here:
WEBSITE: Growing Your Team https://growingyourteam.com/
CONTACT INFO: jamie@growingyourteam.com
Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/GrowingYourTeam
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growingyourteam/
LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamievancuyk/
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text BESTIE to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode I am thrilled to introduce you to Katie Decker Erickson, a powerhouse in the world of interior design and business. Katie has not only earned her MBA but has spent nearly two decades building a multi-million dollar interior design firm that operates in over 20 states and she is sharing with us what things have been the most helpful for her as she has built her business.
In our conversation, Katie shares her fearless approach to starting her design business. She emphasizes the importance of not succumbing to the fear of perfection and how overthinking can lead to analysis paralysis. Drawing from her own experience, Katie highlights the value of taking action, even if it means starting with just a cardboard box and a few fan decks (which is exactly what she did starting out).
We delve into the challenges of striving for perfection and the wisdom behind the 80/20 rule—acknowledging that achieving 80% success is often enough to call it a win. Katie's perspective on starting before you feel ready is a testament to her entrepreneurial spirit and a lesson for anyone hesitating to take the first step.
On your journey as a business owner it is important that you learn to embrace imperfection and how a "Done is better than perfect" attitude is key for being able to get things done in business. It’s important to learn through action, tweaking, and iterating along the way. Everyone starts somewhere, and the key is to get started.
We touch on the significance of building a strong team, with Katie crediting her team for the exponential growth of her firm. And talk about how important team, processes and systems are to being a CEO that is not needed in the daily ins and outs of your business.
Thank you for tuning into this episode, I hope I encouraged you to take action, build your team and systems and that you are inspired by listening to Katie’s journey and know that it is possible for you with the right mindset and support!
Meet our guest Katie Decker-Erickson:
Katie began her career in commercial color consulting as a part-time passion project in 2007. Today, her company, Color Works has grown into a multi-million dollar commercial design company, currently operating in over 20 states nationwide, with a fully remote team of more than a dozen individuals. Katie is known for her business acumen (having grown 1500% in a single year), passion for teaching others (with 18 years teaching undergraduate courses), devotion to her two young daughters, and commitment to women/s empowerment both personally and professionally.
Connect with Katie here:
Website: https://colorworks.coach
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deckerkatie/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/colorworks.coach/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colorworkscoaching
Youtube: https://youtube.com/@ColorfulConversations
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text BESTIE to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode I’m diving into a topic that's close to my heart - leadership. Whether you're leading a team or going solo, leadership is the key to unlocking freedom in your interior design business, and how you are as a leader is crucial to your team and business success.
I share my journey, starting from managing tables in a restaurant at 23 to running my own interior design business. Leadership became essential when I realized I couldn't do it all alone.I had to learn the delicate balance of setting high standards for your team while recognizing and celebrating milestones along the way. It's not just about the destination; the journey matters too.
Whether you have one team member or ten, treat them as collaborators. It's not about hierarchy; it's about working together towards a common goal. Leading a team requires clear communication, accountability and understanding that everyone thinks differently. Be open to learning from your team while teaching them, creating a reciprocal environment where iron sharpens iron.
Being a leader isn't about being perfect; it's about inspiring greatness in those around you. As an entrepreneur, you already have greatness within you. Step into that role and share it with others.
Thank you for tuning into this episode, I hope I encouraged you to step fully into the leader you need to be for your team and that you’ve got some great tips to take with you and start implementing right away.
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode, we dive into the heart of client education, specifically in the context of project financials and client sourcing. We've all seen those design forums filled with pricing struggles and client shopping stories. Today, let's break down the myth and find a solution.
The truth of the matter is—clients aren't jerks; they're often just uninformed. Time to shift your perspective from frustration to education. Once you learn how to weave client education into your conversations and even into your contracts, you will find that your clients will respect how you run your business and will be less likely to “shop you” or ask for discounts.
Educate your clients on the behind-the-scenes work. There is so much more that goes into designing a room than they know, they don’t understand what it takes to pull a design together but you do, it’s your job to communicate that and the value that you bring.
You're not just creating spaces; you're crafting experiences, you are turning houses into homes. You have to believe in the value that you bring to the project beyond a dollar per hour. Your skills and creativity are unparalleled – don't undersell them.
Take a moment after this episode and list out the intricate steps involved in designing a single room. Recognize the value in your process—it's a journey, not just a result. Remember, you're not just designing spaces; you're curating an environment. Embrace the process, communicate your value, and watch how smooth your client experience will be. .
Thank you for tuning into this episode, I hope I encouraged you to be more bold in your client education and the value you bring to the project.
To register for the Rolling In The Dough workshop referenced in this episode visit: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/workshop
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode I’m introducing you to Debbie DeCleva, the leader of the dream team at Ogallala Comfort, a luxury bedding company with a mission to lift people out of poverty and save the Monarch butterfly, and we are diving into the fascinating connection between butterflies and a good night's sleep.
Debbie shares her family's second-generation involvement in the business, and the role of milkweed in enhancing the sleeping experience. You’ll also hear how milkweed is connected to the Monarch butterfly and how Ogallala is using it to make an impact in underprivileged communities and save the Monarch butterfly.
We talk about the importance of not just designing a beautiful bed and bedroom space, but how a great design also means a great night's sleep and how the bedding you choose can elevate your clients sleep experience tremendously. You’ll also learn what sets Ogallala’s bedding apart and what things to look for when you are sourcing bedding for your clients.
Debbie and the team at Ogallala love to work with designers to customize bedding solutions for their clients unique needs and to make sure their bedding looks and feels luxurious, and they are known for their fairly quick turnaround times in order to accommodate designers and their project deadlines and customizations.
Thank you for tuning into this episode! I hope that through listening to Debbie’s story you’ll learn the importance of quality bedding and design and a good night's sleep, but also how you can run your business and make an impact in the community.
Meet our guest Debbie Dekleva:
Debbie Dekleva is the CEO and Milkweed Maverick of Monarch Flyway, the longest running milkweed business in history. Second generation milkweed entrepreneur, she worked as an apprentice under her visionary and patent attorney father, learning about milkweed, its uses, the monarch butterfly, biodiversity and how to work with nature rather than against it.
Debbie works with rural communities to implement UNTAMED AG utilizing the renewable, natural resource of milkweed and other native plants already growing in their area.
You can learn more about Debbie and her work here: www.monarchflyway.com
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode I’m introducing you to Sarah Lyon, a full-time freelance writer for publications such as Architectural Digest, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, Washington Post, and more. We're thrilled to have her here to share her insights and experiences.
We delve into Sarah's journey into the world of freelance interiors writing and how her passion for writing and journalism led her down this path, even without a dedicated journalism major at her liberal arts college. Sarah's background as an editor for her student newspaper laid the foundation for her career, honing her technical skills and ethics involved in journalism. After graduating, she moved to New York City and embarked on an exciting career in the world of print magazines.
We learn from Sarah how she transitioned into freelancing while working her full-time job and how she was able to balance the unknown of going full time in her business, with the practical things she wanted to make sure she had in place when she finally took the leap. Her transition was gradual and cautious, which allowed her to make an informed decision about going full-time as a freelance writer.
You will learn about how to pitch your projects effectively to publications. Sarah recommends introducing yourself, providing context about your projects, sharing your background, and creating a compelling story around your work. She emphasizes the importance of following up on pitches but advises doing so strategically. Remember, it's all about building a professional relationship with editors.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode. We hope you found Sarah's journey and advice inspiring. If you enjoyed this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review.
Meet our guest Sarah Lyon:
Sarah Lyon is a Washington DC native, living in New York City. As a freelancer, she frequently covers pieces pertaining to interior design, travel, and other lifestyle topics. Her pieces have appeared in outlets including apartment therapy, Architectural Digest, MyDomaine, The Washington Post, the New York Times, and more. When she isn’t writing, Sarah works with designers to help them style spaces for Photoshoots (and can’t help stop rearranging and redecorating her own apartment, either!) Sarah’s own spaces have appeared on Apartment Therapy, The Everygirl, Houzz, and Washingtonian.com Her DuPont Circle apartment was featured in both the spring 2019 print edition of Small Space Decorating and the January 2019 print edition of Washingtonian Magazine.
Connect with Sarah On IG here: https://www.instagram.com/sarahlyon9/
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In this episode, I am taking you on a journey through some challenging times in my business this year, and shedding some light on how to face unexpected situations and overcome fear. From a contractor mishap to personal health issues and team betrayals, I am sharing valuable insights that can help you navigate tough seasons in your business.
How you deal with these disappointments is a key indicator to your long term success in business. Having mental fortitude is key. When the unexpected happens, it elicits fear. Our first response may be to run away and hide and say “forget it”. It's okay to feel overwhelmed, stressed, or even want to escape but it’s important to honor your feelings and emotions during these tough times. And it’s okay to rest and take some time to process your emotions if that is what is needed.
To move through these times you must look back at the excuses you made for yourself or others during difficult situations and take ownership of your role. Acknowledge the reality of the situation and get real about if it is as dire as it initially seems. Realize that the actions of others, such as team members or contractors, are not a reflection of you but rather their own choices.
You can learn from my experience that betrayal and challenging moments in business are rarely about you personally and people often make decisions based on their own self-interest or needs. Don't take it personally; it's about them. Remember that everyone makes mistakes and bad decisions. You can allow yourself to give grace to others, as you would want for yourself.
This podcast episode serves as a reminder that mental fortitude is crucial in business, and how you choose to react to adversity can greatly impact your long-term success. Embrace your emotions, face reality, and keep moving forward with a focus on your business and your well-being.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode. I hope you found value in knowing you are not alone and that this episode helps you navigate hard times in your business a little better. If you enjoyed this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review.
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
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In this episode I am coming to you live again (for part 2) from the Las Vegas Market and I am interviewing Interior Design Business Bakery alum Heather Vercellino and her husband Joe about how impactful being in The Bakery has been for not just Heather’s interior design business, but how it has trickled into every part of their life.
Sometimes having the talent isn’t enough, you also have to get the tools, and that is just what the bakery is designed to give you. Joe and Heather emphasize the importance of having a coach and getting the right support when building a business.. When you show up, do the work, and have the right tools, it gives you the confidence needed to be successful.
The ripple effect from joining the bakery has impacted their personal lives, Heather’s business, and Joe was able to apply those same business principles and have courage to start his own business that now has affected and impacted over a million of our youth through the Lionheart organization, where Joe speaks on stages and leads an amazing collaborative effort to give our youth a strong sense of self worth and combat many of the challenges our youth face today.
Listening to their story of how one choice- to join The Interior Design Business Bakery has rippled through from Heather and her being able to build a profitable and sustainable design business, to igniting her husband Joe and giving him the confidence to pursue his passions, and how them leading their family and businesses with purpose and passion and with ease, is truly inspiring.
We are so grateful to have them as members of The Bakery family, and being there to model to others what is possible when you invest in yourself, believe in your dreams and get the right support.
Thank you for listening, and if you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to rate and review it!
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
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Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
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In this episode I am coming to you live from the Las Vegas Market and I am interviewing two of my friends and former students Ivan Piniero and Heather Vercellino, of the Interior Design Business Bakery. They both now have thriving businesses from two very different backgrounds and you will get to hear each of them tell their stories of their individual journey to get where they are now from the first days of their business.
In this episode you will get to hear where they each started, why they joined The Bakery, and the mindset around what it takes to go all in and create the interior design business you desire.
You’ll learn how Ivan got his first clients ever for his design business while still juggling his corporate job and what you can learn and implement from that, as well as why Heather is so grateful that she went all in and joined The Interior Design Business Bakery and how building her business the right way allowed her to be able to live a life and be there for her family while maintaining a thriving business.
The thing that brings them together is their love for design and their experience in The Interior Design Business Bakery which is both powerful in helping you build the foundations of your business, AND bringing people together with a powerful community that we will share for years to come which you’ll see is crucial for long term success in this business.
Thank you for listening, and if you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to rate and review it!
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode Michelle dives into what it actually takes to start your Interior Design business whether you are just starting out or have been in business for a few years.
Building the foundation of your business the right way is essential to your business success. In this episode Michelle breaks down the checklist that you can use to make sure you have all the business essentials covered, and talks about how important it is to invest in yourself and your business as well as getting used to being comfortable getting uncomfortable.
Thank you for listening, and if you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to rate and review it!
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode of the podcast, Michelle breaks down all of the worst advice that she ever received when she was building her business, and goes into what you should do and how you should be thinking instead.
Understanding who to take advice from as a baby designer, and getting plugged in to a community of like minded business owners is a key element to your growth and development in your business.
Tune in to find out what advice Michelle would never take and you shouldn't either, while growing your interior design business.
Thank you for listening, and if you enjoy the show, please don’t forget to rate and review it!
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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In this episode of the podcast, we discuss the recipe for building a successful interior design business. A big part of that is going to be finding the right mentor and making sure that you get the support you need to help grow your business.
We outline the key ingredients for growing an interior design business, especially if you're in the early stages:
- Identifying your ideal client
- Strong marketing and sales strategy
- The Importance of good pricing strategies
- Considering procurement processes
- The 4 phases of interior design projects .
These ingredients are essential to your business running smoothly and to get you out of trading your time for dollars. Don't underestimate the value of creating repeatable processes to ensure business continuity even when you're not present and how this is key to building a sustainable and profitable business.
Thank you for listening, and if you enjoyed the show, please rate and review!
Podcast Website and Resources:
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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Welcome back to the Design for the Creative Mind podcast, where we discuss the journey from being a novice "baby designer" to becoming a successful "big girl business owner." In this episode, we'll explore the transformation and key elements that can help you achieve your design business goals.
A "baby designer" is where most of us start our journey in the interior design industry. Transitioning from a baby designer to a big girl business owner involves various elements.
Success is subjective and defined differently by each individual.
In this episode, we've explored the journey from being a baby designer to becoming a big girl business owner in the interior design industry. Success is defined individually, but it often involves creating efficient processes, marketing effectively, maintaining consistency, making tough decisions, and adopting a CEO mindset. Stay tuned for more insights and advice on achieving your design business goals in future episodes.
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for business tips, encouragement, and all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Get clarity on your next best step today! https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/reviewguide
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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Welcome back! I took a short break from the podcast in order to re-evaluate and strategize a strong way forward, and now I’m back! If you’re a small business owner in the design industry that wants to get over the 6-figure hump, take home a nice profit and find your passion about work again, you’re in the right place.
In this episode, I’ll go through my story from corporate, to a puddle of tears on the floor, through to building a smoothly running design firm and discovering the need for guidance and support for other moms that want to build their own design firm.
It would be very much appreciated if you would leave a rating and review wherever you listen to podcasts. It really helps to keep the show relevant, and I would love to come back to see some of your kind words. Enjoy your summer, and take some breathing time for yourself too!
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 855-784-8299 for all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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Hey, y’all. It’s just me for a quick solo episode letting you know that I am practicing what I preach about slowing down to speed up. Join me for this short episode to hear about our upcoming plans to make this podcast bigger and better when we return!
It would be very much appreciated if you would leave a rating and review wherever you listen to podcasts. It really helps to keep the show relevant, and I would love to come back to see some of your kind words. Enjoy your summer, and take some breathing time for yourself too!
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
Podcast edited and managed by Haili Murch LLC.
If you are interested in starting a podcast or you are currently a podcaster needing help managing or relaunching your podcast, you may email Haili Murch at hello@hailimurch.com or you can click here to book a call: https://calendly.com/hailimurch/podcast-discovery-call
My next guest has a lot of experience in turning obstacles into opportunities. Ginger Curtis is the owner and founder of Urbanology Designs, an author, speaker, and serial entrepreneur. She is an expert in modern luxury design and passionate about all things beautiful. After surviving cancer, she began Urbanology Designs in 2015 to inspire and help others elevate their homes' beauty, comfort, and function.
In this episode, Ginger shares some of the obstacles that created opportunities for growth in her life, how she delegates and elevates within her business, and why it's our job to educate our clients about the impact our environments have on our well-being.
Mentioned in this episode:
Neuroaesthetics
Blinkist App: https://www.blinkist.com/
Wooden by Coach John Wooden
Ginger’s Book, Beauty By Design
Check out Urbanology Designs: https://www.urbanologydesigns.com and on IG: https://www.instagram.com/urbanologydesigns/
Learn more about Urban Fire House and Urbanology Cottage at https://www.urbanologyproperties.com/properties
Fire House IG: https://www.instagram.com/urbanfirehouse/
Cottage IG: https://www.instagram.com/theurbanologycottage/
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
Podcast edited and managed by Haili Murch LLC.
If you are interested in starting a podcast or you are currently a podcaster needing help managing or relaunching your podcast, you may email Haili Murch at hello@hailimurch.com or you can click here to book a call: https://calendly.com/hailimurch/podcast-discovery-call
My next guest is Lezlie Swink, the founder of Swink Social Co, a social media marketing agency dedicated to helping interior designers grow their businesses and stand out in the digital world.
In this episode, Lezlie shares what she feels is the most common mistake designers make on Instagram, if Reels are worth it, and how often we should be posting content. Listen in for how an expert who runs a company that manages others’ social media accounts defines success on Instagram.
Lezlie believes interior designers have a place on Instagram. It doesn’t have to be complicated. Just be confident to show up and use it to your advantage.
Mentioned in this episode:
Episode 86. Master Your Smartphone for Stellar Design Photos with Linda Holt
What She Left Behind by Ellen Marie Wiseman
Website: https://www.swinksocialco.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swink.social.co/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swink.social.co
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
Podcast edited and managed by Haili Murch LLC.
If you are interested in starting a podcast or you are currently a podcaster needing help managing or relaunching your podcast, you may email Haili Murch at hello@hailimurch.com or you can click here to book a call: https://calendly.com/hailimurch/podcast-discovery-call
We all know that we are in a very visual industry. Photos and images are eye-catching, but the written word is still needed in interior design. Your designs may be beautiful, but how are you differentiating yourself from other designers when people visit your website?
My next guest is Kamala Nair. She is a meticulous copywriter, brand voice expert, and acclaimed novelist with twenty years of professional writing experience. Kamala believes that interior design is much deeper than what we see on the surface, and there are so many stories that just looking at a beautiful photograph can't tell. Great copywriting has the power to elevate your brand and grow your business.
In this episode, we chat about ways to use words to stand out from other designers, the difference between writing your own copy and using a professional copywriter, and how interior designers can use copywriting to create a waitlist of clients.
Website: https://www.kamalanairinc.com/
Booking link: https://calendly.com/kamala-4/intro-chat
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kamalanair/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KamalaNair
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamalanair/
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
Podcast edited and managed by Haili Murch LLC.
If you are interested in starting a podcast or you are currently a podcaster needing help managing or relaunching your podcast, you may email Haili Murch at hello@hailimurch.com or you can click here to book a call: https://calendly.com/hailimurch/podcast-discovery-call
Hey, y’all. You may have noticed that there have been a few rereleases of previous episodes recently. There is a reason behind that, and in this short solo episode, I want to share some exciting updates happening around here. I also talk about the importance of reorganizing and prioritizing tasks in your business and giving yourself some grace to avoid overwhelm and maintain your sanity.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
SIMPLIFY YOUR MARKETING, SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
Podcast edited and managed by Haili Murch LLC.
If you are interested in starting a podcast or you are currently a podcaster needing help managing or relaunching your podcast, you may email Haili Murch at hello@hailimurch.com or you can click here to book a call: https://calendly.com/hailimurch/podcast-discovery-call
Hey, y’all, welcome back to the podcast. I am excited to have the fabulous design duo Bryan and Mike Yates on the show today. They share the story of when and where they first met, why they decided to move from New York to Texas, and how they balance working together as a married couple.
We also talk about the importance of relationship building, not only with potential clients but with builders, vendors, and even other design firms.
Yates Desygn is a full-service lifestyle design firm that extracts clients' design language while guiding them to create a unique and liveable environment through interior architecture and design. Brought together by their passion for style and design, Mike and Bryan Yates married their talents to create Yates Desygn in 2015 and established their Dallas-based headquarters in 2016.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yatesdesygn/
Website: https://www.yatesdesygn.com/
Check out the Ever Atelier + Yates wallpaper collection: https://www.everatelier.com/yates-collection
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
Podcast edited and managed by Haili Murch LLC.
If you are interested in starting a podcast or you are currently a podcaster needing help managing or relaunching your podcast, you may email Haili Murch at hello@hailimurch.com or you can click here to book a call: https://calendly.com/hailimurch/podcast-discovery-call
Have you ever thought of creating an online course but have no idea where to start? Ariel Schiffer is the Founder of Dreampro, the first-choice course creation agency for entrepreneurs and small business owners. She has over 10 years of experience working with Fortune 50 companies, non-profit organizations, small businesses, and private companies to develop their professional and leadership development programs.
In this episode, we dive into how to leverage courses to create additional income for your business, the biggest mistakes course creators make, and how to create an experience that actually transforms.
Visit www.dreamprocourses.com to learn more about Ariel and her team, and don’t forget to follow them on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamprocourses/
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
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What kind of experience do you give your clients? While yes, you are hired to create beautiful, functional spaces, as a luxury provider, you are also providing a luxury experience for your clients.
In this episode, I am sharing what we call our ML Experience. This is what we use to lead our clients through the entire process with authority so they know they can trust us. It shows we are confident, professional, well-prepared, and that we care about them and their project. I’m also sharing a few tips you can use to elevate the experience for your clients.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
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Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
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Structuring your business the right way can help you navigate in any economy, no matter where you are in your interior design business. Whether you are just starting out or already a few years in, I am sharing ways for you to uplevel your business during these uncertain times. My intention today is to give you some inspiration and courage to keep going even through all the uncertainty. Because ultimately, the structure of your business to navigate in any economy all starts with you.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
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Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
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Hey y’all, welcome to the 100th episode of the Designed for the Creative Mind podcast! For this special episode, we thought it would be fun to look back at how ML Interiors Group has changed and grown over the years.
Debbie, Megan, and I chat about how our processes have evolved, important things the team has learned working together over the past 10 years, and Debbie & Megan’s new roles at ML Interiors Group.
Whether you’ve been doing this for a while or just starting out in your interior design business, know that it’s a journey, and you are not alone. We hope this episode will encourage you to give yourself the grace to know it’s ok to make mistakes as long as you grow from them.
We would love to support you! Come join us in our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Debbie Pratt & Megan Fornes are the lead designers behind the brand of ML Interiors Group. Their award-winning designs, amazing client service, and ability to manage large projects allows Michelle Lynne the flexibility to take her business acumen to the public via her Designed For the Creative Mind® outlets.
Connect with Megan & Debbie on Instagram!
https://www.instagram.com/megan_fornes/
https://www.instagram.com/deb_does_design/
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
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Do you want to get out of the project management role and get back to designing? Wish you could have someone help you with tracking, backorders, re-selections, and scheduling. It is possible, and my next guest is here to explain how.
In this episode, she explains why outsourcing the non-creative parts of your business is the best option for continued growth. We also discuss the benefit of working with their team vs. hiring in-house and the importance of SOPs for work-life balance.
With 20+ years in many aspects of the interior design industry, Annie Aldrige and her team at The Designers Concierge are competent and ready to be of service. Annie believes in fostering a culture of collaboration, communication, and trust, to create an environment where everyone is free to create and grow. Think of TDC as your Design Companion.
Mentioned in this episode:
Profit First and Clockwork by Michael Michalowicz
The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Dare
Visit www.thedesignersconcierge.co to learn more and download Annie’s free guide to the best ordering platforms for your business. Connect with Annie and her team on Instagram @the_designers_concierge.
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
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Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
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Here is another audience favorite I thought would be a great episode to replay this week. How do you handle pricing your services? Send me a DM on Instagram, and let’s chat about it!
In this episode, I am sharing my view of flat-rate pricing versus charging an hourly fee for your design services. Although I am a huge fan of value-based pricing, there are some times when you will need to charge clients by the hour. The bottom line is you need to price your services correctly so as you start to work faster you make more profit. Then continue to analyze and increase your pricing year over year. This topic is one I LOVE talking about, so let’s jump in!
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
Join our Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Contact me! https://www.DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com/contact
Podcast edited and managed by Haili Murch LLC.
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Have you ever been to High Point Market? If you haven’t, you may be surprised to hear that High Point, North Carolina, is a vibrant city year-round if you know where to go. My next guest is here to share why coming to High Point off-Market will be valuable to your business.
Jane Dagmi is the managing director of High Point x Design (the “x” stands for “by.”), a non-profit organization that champions for High Point as a year-round destination for design, creativity, and innovation by uniting and promoting the city’s resource-rich ecosystem.
In this episode, we chat about how HPxD got started and how it has evolved over the past year and the goals for High Point Market. Jane also explains what High Point is like during the other 50 weeks of the year.
To learn more about High Point x Design, visit www.hpxd.org and follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/highpointxdesign/
Be sure to check out the Vacation Rental Design Summit (VRD Summit) April 19-21 in High Point, NC at https://hpxd.org/events/vacation-rental-design-summit/
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
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Hey, y’all. Due to the popularity of this episode, we are re-releasing my chat with Nancy Ganzekaufer. Enjoy!
Welcome back to the Designed for the Creative Mind podcast. Y’all are in for a special treat today as my next guest is the amazing Nancy Ganzekaufer. She is a Business Coach, Speaker, Body Language Trainer, and Author. We had a fabulous discussion about how best to respond in different situations, whether personal or professional.
The words you choose can make or break a situation. And the way you use your words can either help or hurt your business relationships. Through her speaking, coaching, and in her book Respond with Confidence, Nancy shares her secrets to responding to any scenario effectively and with confidence.
To connect with Nancy, you check her out on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram! You can also check out her Interior Design Business Forum and her website NancyGanzekaufer.com
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
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Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
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Are you using social media to market your interior design business? My next guest says you’re doing something wrong if you’re not getting ideal clients from social media.
Darla Powell is a retired police sergeant, turned interior decorator, and turned CEO of her own marketing agency for interior designers, Wingnut Social. Darla helps professionals in the interior design space attract their ideal clients through the magic of digital marketing. She is also the host of Designed by Wingnut Social, a top-rated industry podcast since 2018.
In this episode, Darla and I chat about how to be most efficient when using social media and the best platform to be on if you don’t have a lot of time to commit to social media. She also shares a few great ideas of what to post if you’re a new interior designer and don’t have many projects to spotlight.
Darla firmly believes that social media strategy and SEO are important to your bottom line, and Wingnut Social offers both of these services to their clients. To learn more visit https://wingnutsocial.com/ and follow @WingnutSocial on Instagram and Facebook.
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
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Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
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Tonya Comer has been named one of the Top 20 African American Interior Designers in the United States. She is the Principal of the boutique interior design firm, Tonya Comer Interiors, and an award-winning product designer with products that have sold around the globe.
In this episode, Tonya shares her story of hitting rock bottom and how it helped her learn the ultimate lessons for living an empowered life. In her upcoming self-help narrative book, she provides a model called the “Power Tools”, which will help women on their healing journey. Her mission is to help women find wholeness through the discovery of their shame and self-doubt and encourage women to know they are not alone in feeling like a fraud or an imposter.
Visit www.tonyacomer.com and connect with Tonya on social media
Facebook Personal Page: @tonyacomermba
Facebook Business Page: @tonyacomerinteriors
LinkedIn: @tonyacomer
Twitter: @tonyacomermba
Instagram: @tonyacomerinteriors
Mentioned in this episode:
Tonya’s book launching May 2023 - In High Heels on a Ladder: The 7 Power Tools for Designing Your Life
As a Man Thinketh by James Allen
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
Stay in touch with Michelle
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My next guest is Kaci Ackerman, a Certified Business Manager and ClickUp expert. Kaci has helped over 1000 business owners streamline their businesses with ClickUp. She saves CEOs 10 hours a week and increases their profit by 25% with a robust and automated ClickUp system.
In this episode, Kaci explains what ClickUp is and how it saves time, the platforms it can replace, and why having a project management tool like ClickUp is crucial to your business. Kaci believes that when you have systems in your business, you are able to scale and empower your team.
Visit www.kaciackerman.com for Kaci’s ClickUp templates, her Confidence in ClickUp course, and to book your VIP day with her. Connect with Kaci on Instagram @kaciackerman and Facebook @theclickupqueen.
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/business-bakery
Text UPDATES to 214-380-1969 for all our DFCM updates.
Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Sidemark is an all-new, all-in-one software that organizes sales, marketing, and business services all in one convenient location. Join mysidemark.com to help grow your interior design business.
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My next badass guest is Molly Schoneveld. She is the founder and CEO of The Storied Group--a PR firm for interior designers and luxury lifestyle clients. Molly shares how her background in communications and her experience in the entertainment industry led her to the interior design business.
In this episode, Molly and I also chat about what magazines are currently looking for, how to use social media for publicity, and her top tips for having a project photographed.
The Storied Group is “Your PR Secret Weapon” to help you stand out in a noisy world. They offer PR services, including a project placement service for designers who aren't yet ready to make a full-time investment in PR. Learn more at www.thestoriedgroup.com and follow along on Instagram @thestoriedgroup and @molly.schoneveld.
Get more info about our year-long mentorship and coaching program, The Interior Design Business Bakery.
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My next guest is Liz Lidgett, an art advisor and gallery owner based in Des Moines, Iowa. Her gallery operates differently than the traditional gallery. She wants to provide original art pieces at every price point and help people learn how to budget for, find their style, and incorporate art pieces into their homes.
Liz is here to share her insight with our listeners and help build confidence in finding the best art to incorporate into your client’s homes. She shares her background and how she got into this type of work, how to find out what style of art your clients will like, and her take on if the art should match the design space.
We also discuss how much of a client's budget you should set aside for art and the significance of original artwork versus mass-produced or printed versions. Liz represents many unique artists, both local and abroad, and believes your art collection should represent your personal mission and values.
Mentioned in this episode:
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
Find Liz on Instagram @LizLidgett and @LizLidgettGallery. Visit www.lizlidgett.com to learn more about working with Liz and her team and see all of their art pieces available for purchase.
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My next guest is another graduate of our Interior Design Business Bakery. She is also a familiar voice in our Interior Designers Business Launchpad Facebook community, sharing her knowledge and experience with others in the group.
In this episode, Kristen Reyes shares how the Bakery has changed her business processes even though she already had years of interior design experience under her belt. She truly believes in community over competition and how investing in yourself may be scary at first, but intentionally spending money will help make you money in your business.
Kristen Reyes knew she would be an interior designer by age 11. Coming from a long line of contractors and artists, she pursued a prestigious degree in interior design at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Post-grad, she was recruited by top international design firms completing projects for Southwest Airlines HDQ to luxury high-rise developments that dot the Dallas skyline. Today, she brings this high-level expertise in construction, design, and project management to her busy, professional clients looking to design forever-family homes. Most recently, she has been featured in Forbes, Realtor.com, Homes & Gardens, and Apartment Therapy.
Learn more about Kristen at her website www.seyinteriors.com and connect with Kristen on Instagram @sey_interiors and Facebook @sey_interiors. You will also see her commenting in our Facebook group as Kristen Lynn Reyes.
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Are you on LinkedIn? It’s not just for stuffy resumes anymore! LinkedIn has evolved into a fantastic place for networking, connecting, and engaging with people, both personally and professionally. Not only can you find high-end clients that need your services, but you can also showcase your services, post images of your beautiful work, and educate and inspire people in the process.
My next guest is Donna Serdula. She is the founder and president of Vision Board Media, a professional branding company that helps individuals and companies tell their unique stories on LinkedIn and beyond. She shares her LinkedIn expertise at global conferences, presents at keynotes and workshops, and has been featured on many high-profile news outlets. She has also authored two editions of LinkedIn Profile Optimization FOR DUMMIES.
In this episode, Donna and I chat about:
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How LinkedIn has changed over the years
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What types of posts are most successful on LinkedIn, and which ones perform worst
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The secret to getting active on LinkedIn and noticed
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Why networking on LinkedIn now is more important than ever
Mentioned in this episode:
Traction: Get A Grip On Your Business by Gino Wickman
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Click HERE to download 3 FREE chapters of Donna’s book LinkedIn Profile Optimization For Dummies!
Connect with Donna:
Website: http://www.linkedin-makeover.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todonna
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LinkedInMakeover/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/donnaserdula/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/donnaserdula
Go check out Donna’s LinkedIn mini-course, www.linkedin-makeover.com/linkedin-training-guides and use the code DFCM for a special discount!
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Tara Newman is the Founder and CEO of The Bold Profit Academy, where she teaches service-based business owners how to sell premium services and programs without the emotional stress of launching, worrying about ads, overwhelming social strategies, or complex funnels.
Tara is an expert in business strategy and industrial organizational psychology and a Profit First Certified Consultant. It’s her goal to help her clients create significant income and leverage their businesses to generate real, tangible wealth.
In this episode, we chat about how you can be a millionaire without having a million-dollar business. Tara believes in paying yourself well, profiting wisely, and investing in your net worth, all without losing sight of your mental, emotional and energetic wealth.
Visit https://theboldleadershiprevolution.com/ to learn more and don’t forget to get your free revenue goal calculator at: https://theboldleadershiprevolution.com/revenue-goal-calculator/. Follow Tara on Instagram @thetaranewman.
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My next guest started her business two months before the pandemic and during her first year of motherhood. Desiree Washington founded Designs By Des Interiors to help busy moms and professionals like herself create healthy spaces that would foster growth. By working through her own challenging experiences, she created healthy, comfortable environments for her growing family through a budget-friendly approach.
With a background in architecture, lighting, and psychology, she has helped to create her empire around what she loves. Desiree has also completed the Interior Design Business Bakery Program.
Despite her prior education and experience, Desiree still encounters imposter syndrome. In this episode, we chat about how becoming a mom changed her outlook as a designer, her favorite part of having an interior design business, and her next big business move.
To learn more about working with Desiree and her team, visit www.designsbydesinteriors.com. You can also find her @DesignsByDesInteriors on all the social media platforms.
Book mentioned in this episode:
Brave, Not Perfect: Fear Less, Fail More, and Live Bolder by Reshma Saujani
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My next guest is a Boston interior designer/photographer who teaches designers and home stagers to take stellar photos of their work using their smartphones.
As a former professional photographer, Linda Holt is no stranger to merging her creative eye with aesthetic appeal, having worked with more than 5,000 celebrities, actors, and models as one of Boston's top commercial headshot photographers. Today she uses her skilled photographic eye to help homeowners create a stylish, fresh, and relaxed home that is reflective of their unique personality and lifestyle.
The majority of photos a designer needs can now be taken with a smartphone. In this episode, Linda tells us the biggest mistake designers make when photographing with their smartphones, when and why designers should photograph their own projects, and when it's best to leave it to the professionals. She also shares three quick tips we can start using today to get better photos with our smartphones.
Mentioned in this episode:
Snapseed photo editor
SaneBox email management software
The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks
Connect with Linda on all of the social platforms @lindaholtcreative. To learn more about her smartphone photography courses, visit www.lindaholtcreative.com. Don’t forget to download Linda’s freebie 5 Smartphone Photography Tips To Achieve Magazine Worthy Interior Photos.
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My next badass guest is Ericka Saurit. She began her career as an interior designer, and now as a brand marketing strategist, focuses on helping interior designers transform their businesses into unforgettable brands through strategic storytelling.
In this episode, Ericka shares what a brand message is, why a clear and consistent brand message is one of the most valuable investments you can make in your marketing plan, and ways to conduct your own Brand Audit to make your message more clear and consistent.
Visit www.sauritcreative.com for more info about working with Ericka and follow her on Instagram
Click here to learn more about Brand Camp
For your own Brand Audit check out https://sauritcreative.com/brandaudit
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My next guest is Brittanie Elms, the CEO and Lead Consultant for My Design Assistant, a virtual assistance agency for interior designers looking to reimagine their efficiency so that they can develop a life and business they love.
The My Design Assistant team helps designers develop actionable systems and tools so they can move their business forward efficiently and free up their time for creative thinking and professional development.
In this episode, Brittanie shares what people should know about the difference between hiring an employee and hiring a VA, identifying symptoms of a broken process and how to diagnose and resolve them, and the importance of establishing SOPs before working with a new team member.
Visit www.mydesignassistant.com to learn more about MDA’s consulting and virtual design assistant services, and follow her on Instagram @my.design.assistant and Pinterest.
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Sarah Masci is the CEO and Founder of Day Rate Mastery®, an online company that teaches expert service providers how to work less and make more with a streamlined “VIP Day” business model. If your days are filled with scope creep, inconsistent timelines, and overlapping client projects, this model may be a great fit for your business.
In this episode, Sarah explains what exactly VIP Days are and how they work, the benefits of switching from hour-by-hour client work to VIP Days, and what characteristics make for a great client of a VIP Day offer. You don’t want to miss our fun, intriguing chat!
Visit www.sarahmasci.com for Sarah’s free VIP Day checklist and to learn more about her different programs. Reach out and connect with Sarah on Instagram @sarahmasci.
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My next guest is Theresa Gresham, a rendering artist and CAD drafter with formal interior design training and the owner of Theresa G Design. She provides show-stopping virtual design services for busy interior designers. Theresa has found that working with a virtual design assistant can increase profitability, add value to your design process, and relieve stress.
In this episode, Theresa and I chat about the process of outsourcing 3D renderings and CAD drawings, how she collaborates with other interior designers, and tips when working with a virtual design assistant for the first time.
To learn more about Theresa and her services, visit www.theresagdesign.com and find her @TheresaGDesign on both Instagram and Facebook.
Go to www.theresagdesign.com/gift for her FREE guide on How to Successfully Work with a Rendering Artist: 5 Invaluable Tips for a Seamless Experience & Highest Level Results for you and your Clients.
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Hey, y’all, today is a very special episode. We are recording live at the Interior Design Business Success Summit in Dallas, Texas, and my guest today is Donna Moss, the Queen of Bling. With an eye on high fashion and 30 years of luxury design experience, Donna continues to stay true to her brand and proves that you can bling it all - while being bold, gold, and glamorous.
Donna is known worldwide as a finalist on HGTV’s show Design Star Season One and the host of her own HGTV series Donna Decorates Dallas, which celebrates over 30 episodes and several seasons as a leading television series. She also authored the book, Best of Show and is one of the most sought-after and successful designers in the great state of Texas.
In this episode, Donna shares her experience working on many show houses, why they are a great way to get the word out about your work, and how being on a reality TV show changed her life and her career.
To learn more, visit Donna Moss online at donnamossdesigns.com, and follow Donna socially on IG @donnamossdesigns and FB @donnamossdesigns.
Mentioned in this episode:
Donna’s book, “Best of Show” on Amazon
Decovita porcelain tiles
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As a certified business and life coach, Andrea Liebross is known for helping high-achieving women make the shift from overwhelm to freedom in both their personal and professional life. She helps women create their own secret sauce for success by combining two ingredients - the right mindset and solid systems. Andrea coaches women who are at all stages of their entrepreneurial journey through her signature programs, Committed to Growth and Runway to Freedom.
In this episode, Andrea shares the three most valuable resources everyone has (and which is the most important), the importance of knowing what you charge your clients is just a number, and the beliefs you need to help create the number you deserve.
Connect with Andrea on Instagram and LinkedIn and visit www.andreaslinks.com, where you can learn more about working with Andrea. There you will also find her Reveal the Root quiz. And don’t forget to listen to the Time to Level Up podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
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My next badass guest is Traci Connell, an award-winning, nationally published interior designer and business coach. Over the years, the Traci Connell Interiors team has expertly perfected and streamlined a system of service that simplifies and organizes the design process, becoming one of the most trusted design firms in Dallas. Seeing a need in her industry, The Gloss, the Ultimate Glossary of Business Resources for Interior Designers, was established to provide mentorship and strategy for designers to elevate their firms and scale to millions.
In this episode, Traci gives us a peek behind the curtain of a successful interior designer and how she grew her business to what it is today. We also chat about why to invest in the right people to help you get where you want to be in your business.
To learn more about Traci and her team, visit www.traciconnellinteriors.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook. On the business side, check out www.JoinTheGloss.com and TheGlossforInteriorDesigners on Facebook.
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My next guest not only helped me launch this podcast, but she and her team also keeps it running week after week. Haili Murch is a podcast strategist specializing in launching and managing podcasts.
In this episode, Haili shares how to know when you’re ready to start a podcast, some of the first steps you’ll need to do, and ways you can stand out in the podcast world. Although interior design is a visual industry, having a podcast can help you with brand recognition, extending your reach, and growing your business.
Connect with Haili on Instagram @HailiMurch, and when you’re ready to start your own podcast, grab a spot on Haili’s calendar and schedule a time to chat with her https://calendly.com/hailimurch/podcast-discovery-call
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Have you ever thought your digital marketing might actually be hurting your business? Our guest today has a refreshingly new view on marketing. Tom Schwab asks you to consider that you are just One Conversation Away, which also happens to be the title of his new book.
In this episode, we chat about using podcast guesting to tap into others’ audiences and build expertise. Tom also shares what he feels is every business’s biggest problem, why whales don't click and big fish don't swim through funnels, and the reason podcast interviews convert 25x better than blogs. If you want a rich life and a profitable business, Tom believes you are just One Conversation Away.
For a free copy of Tom’s book, use this special link for DFCM listeners: www.interviewvalet.com/DFCM. There you will also find Tom’s 10-question assessment to find out if podcast interview marketing will work for you.
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Shayla Copas with Shayla Copas Lifestyle is joining us today to talk about diversifying your income stream. Shayla is a national award-winning interior designer, travel entrepreneur, product designer, and the author of the book Four Seasons of Entertaining and the upcoming book Four Seasons of Celebration. In addition, she is also launching Shayla Copas Travel at the end of the year, where she will host design and culinary enthusiasts on trips around the globe.
In this episode, we chat about finding your passions and building your business around them. Shayla also shares her best marketing tips for creatives and ways she has been able to diversify her income as a designer.
To learn more about Shayla, connect with her on Instagram @shaylacopas, visit www.shaylacopas.com, or email her at hello@shaylacopas.com.
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Shelli Warren is a team and leadership coach and the host of the BizChix sister podcast, Stacking Your Team. At BizChix Inc., she leverages her 26 years of experience leading technical teams to deliver multi-million dollar projects for billion-dollar brands to now helping small business owners hire, fire, and inspire an incredible team of high performers.
In this episode, Shelli and I chat about how business owners can step out of day-to-day operations, the importance of retention and team culture, and the value of letting go and giving team leaders the space to lead their teams.
Follow Shelli on Instagram @stackingyourteampodcast, on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/shelliwarren2, and don’t forget to check out the Stacking Your Team Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Dr. Nadia Brown is a sales strategist, consultant, trainer, and founder of The Doyenne Agency. She brings over fifteen years of leadership experience, powerful conversations, achieving goals, and respect for people, to develop a comprehensive sales process to increase closing rates and satisfied client retention.
Dr. Nadia believes that using what is inherent in us as women, helps us sell better and more authentically. In this episode, Dr. Nadia shares how she overcame the fear of selling, ways to supercharge our sales courage to get to where we want to be, and why courage may be THE most critical sales quality we need to succeed.
To learn more about working with Dr. Nadia and her team, visit www.thedoyenneagency.com and find her on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Twitter.
The 3rd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit will be October 12-14, 2022. Visit www.designedforthecreativemind.com/summit for more details and to reserve your ticket.
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My next guest is Justine Lafond. She is an Army wife, mom, and interior designer to homes on the beautiful beaches of the Emerald Coast of Florida. In this episode, Justine shares her unique challenges as a mom, wife, and business owner. Fun fact, she is also a graduate of The Interior Design Business Bakery. Listen in to hear Justine’s advice for people who feel like their circumstances are preventing them from chasing their dreams.
Follow Justine on Instagram @jauntyjinteriors and visit her website www.jauntyjinteriors.com.
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Structuring your business the right way can help you navigate in any economy, no matter where you are in your interior design business. Whether you are just starting out or already a few years in, I am sharing ways for you to uplevel your business during these uncertain times. My intention today is to give you some inspiration and courage to keep going even through all the uncertainty. Because ultimately, the structure of your business to navigate in any economy all starts with you.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
- https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
- https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
- https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
The 3rd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit will be October 12-14, 2022. Visit www.designedforthecreativemind.com/summit for more details and to reserve your ticket.
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My next badass guest is Rachael Bozsik. She helps women create a legacy and market themselves in a way that feels powerful and in alignment with their brand. Rachael has been recognized as the “go-to” elite personal branding coach for luxury interior designers. She focuses on getting you fewer clients and more money. And don’t we all want that?
In this episode, we chat about why you need to declare your brand to the world, partnership options for interior designers, and ideas on where to start with positioning yourself. Rachael shares a ton of great information with us. You don’t want to miss this one!
Learn more about working with Rachael by visiting www.rachaelbozsik.com and following her on Instagram.
The 3rd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit will be October 12-14, 2022. Visit www.designedforthecreativemind.com/summit for more details and to reserve your ticket.
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In this episode, I am talking about the boundaries you need to set in your business. Boundaries with your clients, with your kids, and even with yourself. Making sure you have solid boundaries will not only help keep your sanity but also being consistent in keeping these boundaries is super important. And believe me, your life will be more enjoyable when you enforce boundaries in your business.
The 3rd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit will be October 12-14, 2022. Visit www.designedforthecreativemind.com/summit for more details and to reserve your ticket.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
- https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
- https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
- https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Satanoff Insurance is focused on client connections and customized coverage … Be sure to tell them we sent you!
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram and join our Free Facebook Community!
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Like all businesses, so much has changed since ML Interiors Group began. In this episode, Debbie, Megan, and I chat about how the journey has evolved for us over time, including calculating design times, managing client expectations, and handling procurement.
The client journey evolves as your business evolves. So be sure to give yourself grace. Don’t think you have to have everything figured out when you start because it will change as you grow. Listen in as we share a few ways we used to run our design projects and how things have evolved for us at ML Interiors Group.
The 3rd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit will be October 12-14, 2022. Visit www.designedforthecreativemind.com/summit for more details and to reserve your ticket.
Debbie Pratt & Megan Fornes are the lead designers behind the brand of ML Interiors Group. Their award-winning designs, amazing client service, and ability to manage large projects allows Michelle Lynne the flexibility to take her business acumen to the public via her Designed For the Creative Mind® outlets.
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Hey, y’all, welcome back to the podcast. This topic has been weighing on my heart lately, and I felt called to share it with you. To get better answers, we need to ask better questions. I am not only talking about asking your clients better questions but also some questions to ask yourself as a business owner. The quality of your life oftentimes depends on the number of difficult conversations you're willing to have. And that includes the ones with yourself, not just other people.
The 3rd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit will be October 12-14, 2022. Visit www.designedforthecreativemind.com/summit for more details and to reserve your ticket.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
- https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
- https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
- https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to our sponsor for their support!
- Satanoff Insurance is focused on client connections and customized coverage … Be sure to tell them we sent you!
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram and join our Free Facebook Community!
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me!
Podcast edited and managed by Haili Murch LLC.
If you are interested in help with starting a podcast or you are currently a podcaster needing help managing your podcast, you may email Haili Murch at hello@hailimurch.com or you can click on one of the links below to book a call:
Need help launching a podcast? Book a call here: https://calendly.com/hailimurch/podcast-launch-discovery-call
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Cheminne Taylor-Smith is a creative thinker and an idea generator. She helps brands, businesses, and entrepreneurs think differently about how they do business. She was the PR director for Elle Decor, the VP of Marketing for the High Point Market, and has consulted with well-known brands such as the Showtime cable network, Christie’s auction house, Conde Nast, Mercanteinfiera Parma, Galerie Magazine, Bernhardt, International Market Centers, Dallas Market Center, and more!
In this episode, we chat about things designers should do NOW to prepare for any economic disruptions in the coming months. We also talk about the importance of looking at cash flow to ensure we have a cushion in the event of a recession.
Connect with Cheminne on Instagram and visit her website cheminne.com to learn more about working with her and her team.
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Today I’m speaking with Cash Flow & Business Mentor, Connie Vanderzanden. She is on a mission to help entrepreneurs live the lifestyles they desire by learning the simple steps, structure, and discipline to create and save money.
In this episode, we chat about nurturing our relationship with money and the importance of giving every dollar a job. Connie also shares common money stories she has heard over the years and how she helps people shift their mindset surrounding money to be able to generate more of it in their business.
We can heal our generational money wounds. There is no shame, we are not broken. We just need to lean in and get a little more education and support around our money stories.
For more info visit www.moneyactiontips.com and connect with Connie on Instagram @connie.vanderzanden and on LinkedIn at connievanderzanden1. Check out her YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ0XcjtRZgw41nBk6dxS90
Books mentioned in this episode:
Financial Adulting by Ashley Feinstein Gerstley
Women Talk Money by Rebecca Walker
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My next guest is the fabulous Gail M. Davis. She’s my newest friend, and we had such a strong connection when I was a guest on her podcast I just had to bring her on here to chat about her incredible background and experience. Gail studied at the New York School of Interior Design and interned at Bunny Williams Inc. and David Kleinberg Design Associates. She also worked at Saks Fifth Avenue and has her own real-life Devil Wears Prada story she shares with us.
In this episode, we talk about all the things, including being authentic to ourselves and acknowledging the difference between masculine and feminine energy. As women, we feel like we need to do it all. Sometimes we need to take a break, stop doing, and just BE.
Learn more about Gail Davis Designs at https://www.gaildavisdesignsllc.com/ and follow Gail on Instagram @gaildavisdesigns. Don’t forget to check out her podcast, Design Perspectives with Gail M. Davis wherever you listen to podcasts.
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As a business owner, do you understand your numbers? Do you even know what that means? You can’t grow and scale your business unless you have a financial framework in place. My next guest is Danielle Hayden, host of the Entrepreneur Money Stories podcast and CEO of Kickstart Accounting. She helps female entrepreneurs understand their numbers so they can gain the confidence needed to create sustainable profits.
In this episode, Danielle shares her tips on how to evaluate business decisions, what numbers to look at to make those decisions, and what designers need to focus on financially as we surpass key revenue milestones in our business.
To learn more about Danielle and her team, visit kickstartaccountinginc.com or click the links below. And don’t forget to follow Danielle on Instagram and Kickstart Accounting Inc. on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
- Check out Danielle's new podcast "Entrepreneur Money Stories" at https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/entrepreneur-money-stories-podcast/
- Schedule a discovery call with Danielle to see if Kickstart Accounting can help you with your business’s finances. https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/get-started/
- 5 Day Video Bootcamp: 5-days to transform your financial fear to financial clarity https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/Bootcamp
- Daily Dashboard Worksheet and Videos: Learn how to transform your financial fear to financial clarity through creating and using a financial dashboard https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/Dashboards
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Have you ever wondered what it’s like working with your spouse or partner? My next guests are Lauren and Jonathan Ramirez. Lauren founded Lauren Ramirez Interiors in 2016, and after a decade of working in technology, Jonathan made the leap in 2021 to join Lauren and the team. They rebranded the company, which is now known as HouseMill Design.
In this episode, we chat about how they know to stay in their own lanes and the importance of shutting down work to make time for their family. Jonathan shares how they are able to attract and recruit top talent to join their design team, and Lauren talks about the Creative Ladies Night in Austin group she formed and the exciting thing it’s turned into.
Check out their website www.housemilldesign.com and find them @housemilldesign on Instagram and Facebook.
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My next guest is Chad Smith, a seasoned entrepreneur and Director of SideDoor. If you are unfamiliar with SideDoor, it is a free online marketplace for interior designers, e-designers, and stagers. It allows you to shop and curate products into sharable collections that you can sell to your clients directly or add to your website and social media pages.
In this episode, Chad and I chat about the benefits of using a service like SideDoor to help procure products and handle the logistics so you can focus on designing. If setting up accounts with multiple vendors takes up too much of your time, SideDoor helps streamline the process and adds another revenue stream to your business.
Learn more about SideDoor by visiting www.onsidedoor.com and don't forget to follow them on Instagram @onsidedoor.
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Do you ever feel there’s just not enough time in the day to get everything done? We all do. That is why time management is so important. Prioritizing your tasks and finding pockets of time to get them done is the key to success.
Today I am chatting with Kristen Van Horn, a time management coach for moms in business. Her mission is to help women prioritize their time and tasks so they can focus on the things that are most important to them in their life and business. In this episode, Kristen and I talk about the things that suck so much time from our day. She also shares some helpful tips you can implement today and get things crossed off our to-do lists.
Learn more about Kristen at kristenvanhorn.com and follow her on Instagram @kristenvanhorn_
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Ryann Dowdy thought she was doing everything right. Dream job, 6+ figure salary, family, nice home, but still felt unfulfilled. She finally realized it was because she was chasing a dream that wasn't hers, so she left corporate life and became an entrepreneur. As she found more success on her journey, she still felt alone and misunderstood by her peers. Ryann knew she was called for more.
As women, we crave community and connection. Ryann’s mission is to create a safe space for every woman who has ever been told she’s too much, too picky, too loud, too ANYTHING to come together and be fearlessly themselves.
In this episode, Ryann shares her story and why she created Be In The Room, a community of high-achieving, bad-ass women rebelling against the status quo. Because when women connect, work together, and harness our power into ONE common mission - we will be invincible.
Connect with Ryann:
Website: www.beintheroom.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/beintheroom
Instagram: @RyannDowdyOfficial
TikTok: @RyannDowdyOfficial
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ryanndowdy/
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Did you know that Pinterest is more of a search engine than a social platform? It ranks right up there with YouTube and Google. People go to Pinterest when they’re looking to solve a problem. They have an idea in their head but looking for that deeper definition or visual of it and want to be inspired.
My guest today is Leah Reinert, a Pinterest Marketing Specialist. She believes Pinterest is a great part of an omnipresent marketing strategy. She’s like a Pinterest Ninja (or Pinja) that takes care of her clients’ strategy behind the scenes so they don’t have to worry about it.
If you’ve been thinking about having a presence on Pinterest, you’ll want to tune in to this episode to hear how Leah presents her clients’ content on Pinterest in a way that funnels people to their email list, website, or directly to their products. She also shares some mind-blowing stats about Pinterest users.
You can email Leah at leah@downleahslane.com and check out her website downleahslane.com. Don’t forget to follow her on Instagram @downleahslane and @leah_reinert.
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Hey, y’all, welcome back to the podcast. I am coming at ya today with a solo episode about leveling up your leadership. As CEO of your business, you need to be a leader and make tough decisions.
You’ll hear about a few jobs I had before starting my interior design business. I am also sharing my experience and the skills I learned working in different management roles and how to be a good leader for your team.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
- https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
- https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
- https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
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Our memories are stories. Our dreams are built on stories. Even our fears are based on the stories we tell ourselves.
Today I am chatting with Ben Rutledge, brand strategist, designer, marketer, and co-founder of Mighty Fine Agency. Ben is passionate about helping small businesses succeed by telling the right story to the right audience.
In this episode, Ben and I discuss the importance of telling stories and how that helps your business build trust, stand out, and ultimately grow. He also shares a few simple ways to start applying this to your own brand right now.
Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller
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My next guest is entrepreneur and creative, Merrick Porchéddu. In 2016, she started Artist Uprising - a concept to bridge the gap between creatives and commerce. She felt that when paired together, these partnerships can change an artist’s career and introduce brands to new audiences.
Merrick also co-founded Belmont Creative, a creative agency in Dallas, and is the founder and CEO of Artist Uprising Studios, a premier rentable studio for photography, film, and commercial webinar needs located in Richardson, Texas.
In this episode, we have a fun chat about curating the perfect art, entertainment, and branding for a wide range of clients and her team’s goal of using local artists and creatives for each project.
Learn more about Artist Uprising, Artist Uprising Studios, and Belmont Creative by visiting their websites and following them on Instagram @artistuprising, @artistuprising.studios, and @belmont.creative.
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My next kick-ass guest is Nicole Heymer. She is the founder of Glory & Brand, a boutique creative agency specializing in branding, websites, marketing automation, and strategy. Nicole and I chat about the importance of defining your brand and how to figure out what makes your business unique.
Don’t be generic. Pick your lane, choose your name, and roll with it! Know your ideal client and tailor your messaging to them. Nicole shares tons of great nuggets in this episode, so grab a pen and paper. You definitely don’t want to miss this one!
You can go to www.gloryandbrand.com for more information and get all of Nicole’s free resources. And don’t forget to follow her on Instagram and LinkedIn.
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Today I want to talk about the value of saying no. It's important to have the word "no" in your vocabulary. And by that, I mean not saying yes to everything or even things you've already committed to. Start getting comfortable saying no. It’s essential for your mental health and your business health.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
- https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
- https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
- https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
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What kind of experience do you give your clients? While yes, you are hired to create beautiful, functional spaces, as a luxury provider, you are also providing a luxury experience for your clients.
In this episode, I am sharing what we call our ML Experience. This is what we use to lead our clients through the entire process with authority so they know they can trust us. It shows we are confident, professional, well-prepared, and that we care about them and their project. I’m also sharing a few tips you can use to elevate the experience for your clients.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
- Designed for the Creative Mind Program
- ML Interiors Group
- Instagram: Designed for the Creative Mind
- Instagram: ML Interiors Group
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Do you get overwhelmed thinking about all of the things you need to do to get healthy? So much so that you feel like giving up? Don’t overcomplicate it.
My next guest is Stephany Acosta, personal trainer and founder of Elevate Fitness in Dallas, Texas. In this episode, we chat about how your physical health also impacts your business health and a few simple steps you can take now to get back on track.
Stephany has certifications in Biomechanics, Functional Fitness Training, Dietary Guidance, and Master Fitness Training. Being in the industry for 17 years, she has had the opportunity to work with all fitness levels, from people that struggle with their weight to figure and triathlon competitors. After working with some of the best trainers in the business, Stephany decided to open her own health and wellness company and help those in the corporate world find balance in their health and wellness.
You can learn more about Stephany and her team at www.elevatefitnessnow.com, and don’t forget to follow Elevate Fitness Now on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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My next guest is Shelly Rosenberg, Owner and Principal Designer of Acorn & Oak. The mission of Acorn & Oak is to demystify interior design and help make it easier for all families to make their homes safe and chic.
As a mother of three children, each with learning differences and special needs, Shelly’s goal is to identify and honor everyone’s unique design requirements. She listens to her clients’ needs first and designs accordingly, providing a creative and innovative solution for helping all in need of adaptive, sustainable design.
Shelly and I discuss the impact sustainable and adaptive design have on human health and well-being. This is such an important topic. You do not want to miss this episode!
Visit www.acornandoak.com to learn more about adaptive design and connect with Shelly on all the social channels:
- https://www.instagram.com/acornandoakbyshellyrosenberg/
- https://www.instagram.com/shellyrosenberg/
- https://www.facebook.com/acornandoakbyshellyrosenberg
- https://vimeo.com/user105570109
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Hey babes, welcome back! As business owners, we need to do things that stretch us out of our comfort zones. Our businesses are bigger than us, and there comes a point where we can’t do everything ourselves. Today we are going to talk about how the only way to grow your business is to stretch that courage muscle and build a team that will grow along with you. So let's jump in! Learn more about my 12-month group coaching and mentoring program, the Interior Design Business Bakery. About Michelle Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
Connect with Michelle * Michelle's Instagram * Free Facebook Community * Designed for the Creative Mind Program * Michelle's Interior Design Firm
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Hey, y’all, welcome back to the podcast. As creatives, we sometimes don’t think about the legalities of owning a business, but it is so important to have all of your legal basis covered.
Today my guest is Jamie Lieberman. She has been a practicing lawyer for 16 years and is the owner and founder of Hashtag Legal. In this episode, Jamie and I chat about the art of negotiation and when is the right time to contact an attorney for your business.
Learn more about Jamie by visiting www.hashtag-legal.com and go listen to her new podcast, the (un)business podcast.
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hashtag_legal/
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/hashtaglegallc
- YouTube - @jamieliebermanrocks
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In this episode, I am sharing my view of flat-rate pricing versus charging an hourly fee for your design services. Although I am a huge fan of value-based pricing, there are some times when you will need to charge clients by the hour. The bottom line is you need to price your services correctly so as you start to work faster you make more profit. Then continue to analyze and increase your pricing year over year. This topic is one I LOVE talking about, so let’s jump in!
Learn more about my 12-month group coaching and mentoring program, the Interior Design Business Bakery.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
- https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
- https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
- https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
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My next badass guest Jennifer Nash is a Publicist.
As an unapologetic social justice advocate and media diversify, equity, and inclusion activist who experienced first hand the unconscious systematic bias, gender and age discrimination in the PR industry.
The disparities inspired Jen to establish her own PR Agency helping other female entrepreneurs like herself, get heard, seen, and more visible as thought leaders with authority in their field.
Her Spotlight Magazine online publication features female entrepreneurs helping them become more VISIBLE as CREDIBLE experts with authority in their fields so that they can 10x their revenue.
In addition to publishing these women’s stories, she also helps them use their voices with authority, as part of their media training for point of view, storytelling, and opinion editorial presenting themselves as a thought leader to larger publications.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjennash/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-faith-n-17475518/
Spotlight Magazine: https://www.arkandbrook.com/spotlight
GIVA Awards: https://www.arkandbrook.com/giva
Website: https://www.arkandbrook.com
Facebook Group: Unforgettable Entrepreneurs & Global Wired Women
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Hey, y’all, welcome back to the podcast. My guest today is Ashlynn Bourque. She is the Designer Account Executive for Sherwin-Williams, serving residential A&D in Dallas-Ft. Worth, Austin, and College Station, as well as interior design students.
Ashlynn has been with Sherwin-Williams for nearly 15 years and has so much great information to share with us today. In this episode, we chat about why Sherwin-Williams is different from other paint companies, their environmentally friendly products, and what the SW color of the year is for 2022.
With different sheens, glosses, and finishes, I had no idea that there was so much more to paint than just choosing a pretty color. You don’t want to miss this episode!
Ways to connect with Ashlynn:
www.instagram.com/swdesignpros/
www.instagram.com/ab.colorfully/
www.facebook.com/SherwinWilliamsforDesignersArchitects
www.facebook.com/ab.colorfully
ashlynn.bourque@sherwin.com
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My next guest is the fabulous Kate Greunke, also known as Kate the Socialite. She is a podcast host, marketing consultant, and the founder of Socialite, an international marketing agency for home professionals.
Kate and her team help home industry pros feel confident in their online presence and increase their perceived value so that they can charge the rates they want, get the projects they need, and grow a business they love. In this episode, we chat all about how marketing should be simple and effective rather than cumbersome, expensive, and a guessing game.
Learn more about Kate and her team at Socialite Vault and Kate the Socialite.
Connect with Kate on Instagram @kate.the.socialite, and don’t forget to check out her podcast The Kate Show.
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Welcome back to the Designed for the Creative Mind Podcast. It’s the start of 2022, and maybe you’re thinking about revamping your interior design website or starting one from scratch. Well, you’re in luck because my next guest and I are chatting all about website design.
Robyn White is a website designer and owner of RDW Design Studio, a boutique website design studio specializing in strategic, sophisticated, and simple websites for interior designers, home professionals, and creative service providers.
In this episode, we talk about the overwhelming amount of website designers out there and why functionality and strategy are more important than just looking pretty. Robyn also shares her top 5 things you must have on your interior design website. You do not want to miss this one!
Robyn’s special gift for you - Submit your website and Robyn will personally give you the two changes that will make the biggest difference. Link Here
You can find RDW Design Studio on all the social platforms Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Pinterest
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Have you ever had a Word of the Year? What does that mean to you? For the ML Design Team, it helps us to pause and reflect on ways we can improve things in our personal lives and our working relationships. Focusing on a powerful word also helps to stay on track and remind us of the intentions we set for the year. Drop us a note or send us a DM and let us know what your word of the year is, we would love to hear from you!
Debbie Pratt & Megan Fornes are the lead designers behind the brand of ML Interiors Group. Their award-winning designs, amazing client service, and ability to manage large projects allows Michelle Lynne the flexibility to take her business acumen to the public via her Designed For the Creative Mind® outlets.
Connect with Megan & Debbie on Instagram!
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Are you at a point in your business where you may be ready to hire an employee? Figuring out when to hire is different for everyone, which is why it can seem confusing. My next guest is a rockstar at helping business owners find that perfect match and in this episode, she is spilling some of her secrets!
Susan Gygax is the Founder and Principal Recruiter of Spectacle Talent Partners, a specialty recruiting firm that provides tailored, full-service recruiting, primarily with online business owners. Susan helps CEOs embrace their role as business owners and not continue to place themselves under a ceiling they aren’t going to break through.
Learn more about Susan and her company by visiting her website spectacletalentpartners.com and find her on LinkedIn and Facebook.
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What were you doing on October 4, 2021? If you were like many people, you were wondering what the heck was going on with some of the major social media platforms. Many businesses use these platforms to reach potential clients, and on this day, no one was able to reach anyone or do anything. What would you do if it happens again? Where would it leave your business if it goes away forever? I want to be able to choose who I can market to, so in this episode, I am sharing with you the best way to be in control of the success or failure of your business.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
- https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
- https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
- https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
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Hey, y’all, welcome back to Design for the Creative Mind. I am super excited for my next guest, Amy Monroe, who I met at the Design Biz Retreat with Rick Campos. I love her energy and passion for helping others and just had to have her as a guest on the podcast! In this episode, she shares some important things you need to know about sales tax requirements and the complexities of out-of-state work and e-commerce.
Amy is an expert in all things Sales and Use Tax. She has worked in public accounting, private industry, and software development for over 20 years and was also a small business owner. She currently works for a boutique firm based in California, running the consulting arm of the practice.
Find Amy on Instagram and Facebook or reach out to her via email at amy@sattarinc.com.
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Do you struggle with SEO? Have you heard the term SEO but are not sure exactly what it is? Well, you’re in luck because my next guest is Meg Casebolt. She is the founder of Love At First Search, an agency devoted to helping online businesses get found in search results and turning those new readers into leads, subscribers, and sales.
In this episode, Meg and I chat about ways to help you get found online, how local SEO is different from content SEO and how to get people who visit your website to actually contact you. Meg also shares how to position yourself as an expert in your field, not just a cheap solution to finding a lamp.
Learn more about Meg by visiting loveatfirstsearch.com, and don’t forget to find her on YouTube and Instagram.
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Welcome back to the Designed for the Creative Mind podcast. Y’all are in for a special treat today as my next guest is the amazing Nancy Ganzekaufer. She is a Business Coach, Speaker, Body Language Trainer, and Author. We had a fabulous discussion about how best to respond in different situations, whether personal or professional.
The words you choose can make or break a situation. And the way you use your words can either help or hurt your business relationships. Through her speaking, coaching, and in her book Respond with Confidence, Nancy shares her secrets to responding to any scenario effectively and with confidence.
To connect with Nancy, you check her out on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram! You can also check out her Interior Design Business Forum and her website NancyGanzekaufer.com
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Have you ever thought about going green? If you’re either feeling overwhelmed about it or if it’s never even crossed your mind, this episode will open your eyes to ways you can help your clients be more eco-friendly.
My next guest is Erica Reiner, a fellow interior designer who specializes in finding ways to transform your space, health, and the planet. Erica owns Eco Method Interiors, where her team’s mission is to create inspiring spaces grounded in holistic values through transformational interior design. This was a fun and inspiring conversation about how we can all make an impact in the world.
Check out Erica’s podcast, Green By Design, and don’t forget to follow Erica on Instagram!
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Do you ever feel like you’re living day to day on autopilot, thinking it’s just the way life is? It doesn’t have to be like this. My next guest is Tanya Dalton, a best-selling author, speaker, and sought-after business coach for women entrepreneurs. She believes we all have the power of choice, to live our lives purposefully and not let everyday life just happen to us. In this episode, Tanya shares a few steps you can take today to start living your life on purpose.
Check out www.tanyadalton.com to learn more about Tanya, links to her podcast The Intentional Advantage, and both her books On Purpose and The Joy of Missing Out. Also, don’t forget to follow her on Facebook and Instagram!
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November 10th we will be hosting our 2nd Annual *Interior Design Business Success Summit! Registration is now open! We hope to see you there!***
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Most of us start our businesses to make a profit, but sometimes it could feel like we just can’t get ahead. Whether you’ve heard of the cash management system Profit First or not, you will learn so much from this episode. My next guest is Susanne Mariga, a CPA and a Certified Profit First Professional. I am pumped to chat with her about the Profit First system and how she uses this approach with her clients to help them ensure success and long-term financial stability in their businesses.
In addition to her recently published book, Profit First for Minority Business Enterprise, she has partnered with the non-profit organization Hope Worldwide where part of the proceeds from the book help fund scholarships for girls to go to school in Zimbabwe.
Check out Susanne’s free masterclass where she teaches the ins and outs of Profit First by joining her Facebook Group. For more info, you can also visit her website and don’t forget to tune in to The Profit Talk podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow her on all the socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn!
November 10th we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit! Registration is now open! We hope to see you there!
Thank you to our sponsors for their support!
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Welcome back to the podcast, y’all. This next babe is an architectural and interior photographer living in Southern California. Molly Rose works with interior designers, builders, and architects to photograph their projects for their portfolios. In this episode, we discuss the importance of investing in a quality photographer to take photos of your project. Molly also shares some great tips you can use when taking your own photos.
You can connect with Molly by checking out her website and/or follow her on instagram!
November 10th we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit! Registration is now open! We hope to see you there!
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Hey y’all, welcome back to the podcast. Today I am totally fangirling because I get to chat with THE Kelly Fridline. She is the owner of Kelly Fridline Design and CEO of Virtual Design Mentor. Specializing in design presentations and architectural consulting, Kelly’s built a reputation for her knowledge of Chief Architect, Home Designer, and various design document methodologies and rendering styles synonymous with the interior design industry. In addition to creating these courses, Kelly also provides one-on-one training for Interior Designers needing more attention and/or design consulting.
Follow Kelly on Instagram, Facebook and/or join her private facebook group!
The Virtual Design Mentor | Instagram & Facebook
www.KellyFridlineDesign.com
www.VirtualDesignMentor.com
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My next guest is Renee Biery, a residential interior designer for the past 28 years and owner of deVignier Design, Inc. In this episode, we discuss the importance of feeling confident when you are the only girl on the jobsite, and how to show others the value of having a designer on a project.
With a graduate degree from the New York School of Interior Design, Renee balances her workload between decorating and construction management. In 2020 she created a signature course, Only Girl On The Jobsite, to support and train homeowners on the best practices to manage a home renovation project.
Connect with Renee on Instagram or Facebook! To learn more about her design firm, visit devignierdesign.com. And don’t forget to check out her podcast, Only Girl on the Jobsite, wherever you listen to podcasts.
November 10th we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit! Registration is now open! We hope to see you there!
Thank you to our sponsors for their support!
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Today we are talking all about insurance, and as the title says, it ain’t sexy, but it is necessary. I am speaking with Janessa McCracken from Satanoff Insurance Agency, the same agency I use for my interior design business. Janessa has worked in the insurance industry for over 10 years. She has learned a lot about the interior design business and what you need to have peace of mind when it comes to insurance. She works to become an extension of your business and take away the guesswork. Both Janessa and the Satanoff Insurance Agency strive to be your partner, not just your agent.
Visit the Satanoff Insurance website and click on the Interior Designer link at the top of the page for more info. You can also reach Janessa at her direct line: 610-510-8770.
Janessa will also be calling in virtually for a Q&A session at our Interior Design Business Success Summit, so don’t miss it!
November 10th we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit! Registration is now open! We hope to see you there!
Thank you to our sponsors for their support!
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My guest today is a brand growth strategist for product brands. You might be thinking, as interior designers we don’t sell products we sell services, but there are so many great strategy tips you will take away from this episode. Maureen Mwangi grew up in Kenya, where entrepreneurship was not the norm. Her parents were entrepreneurs and she quickly learned from them what it takes to build a successful business and the underlying qualities needed to be an entrepreneur.
With a Master’s Degree in Marketing, Maureen quickly ascended to leadership in some of America’s most beloved brands and mastered the billion-dollar brand-building strategies that most entrepreneurs never have the resources to access. She is the creator of Big Brand Academy, The Product Profit Lab, and Startward Consulting. She also has a passion project: Taji Foundation - a non-profit organization that supports boys in Kenya to get the education they need to lift their families out of poverty and build generational wealth.
Follow Maureen on Instagram or check out her website!
November 10th we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit! Registration is now open! We hope to see you there!
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Hey, y’all, welcome back to the podcast. Today I am chatting with Sara Wright, Founder and Owner of Austin-based, SLW Media. Sara is a Social Media Strategist and Brand Management Consultant. She and her team help their clients find their social voices, amplify them across the best platforms, and build a captive audience who will bring their businesses success.
In this episode, we discuss her entrepreneurial adventure which also led to her newest venture, co-creating My Digital Mojo, an online learning community that provides an affordable marketing solution for business owners.
Find Sarah at SLW Media and on Facebook
Check out My Digital Mojo and use the code “MojoTrial” to get the first month for $35. Don’t forget to connect with them on Facebook and Instagram too!
November 10th we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit! Registration is now open! We hope to see you there!
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My next guest is Michael Bauer. He is Vice President Home & Design at the Dallas Market Center in Dallas, Texas. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Michael brings his deep-rooted passion for the design community and home industry to his work at Dallas Market Center. With a long background in customer service, Bauer’s expertise lies in his instinctual understanding of designers’ needs and seamlessly communicating those needs with manufacturers.
I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Michael, as he shares the many benefits that working with a marketplace can have in your interior design business. You can connect with Michael in any of the ways listed below.
Follow Michael on Instagram, Facebook or email him!
November 10th we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit! Registration is now open! We hope to see you there!
Thank you to our sponsors for their support!
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Hey y’all, welcome back to the podcast. I am so excited you are here because today I am speaking with Julie Cabezas, the CEO of Copy Crimes - a boutique copywriting agency to high-performance experts, coaches, and savants in medicine, design, education, tech, and the arts. She has written a lot of the copy for my business therefore I can attest to her genius.
Her company’s mission is to support daring, passionate entrepreneurs to “play big & live an original life” - amplifying their ability to grow their brands into 7 and 8 figure companies by providing them with “Dangerously Good Copy”. Julie is an acclaimed personal brand strategist and copy expert, specializing in high-ticket sales, personal brand voice, and the Live Launch Method by Kelly Roach. She lives in South Florida with her Cuban-Irish familia + is devoted to self-mastery & living a life of service.
The best place to find Julie is on her website www.copycrimes.com.
November 10th we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit! Registration is now open! We hope to see you there!
Thank you to our sponsors for their support!
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I am very excited to welcome my next guest to the podcast. If you don’t recognize her name, I’m sure you’ll recognize her style. Ginger Curtis is the owner and principal designer of Urbanology Designs and has recently released the amazingly gorgeous book Beauty By Design.
Ginger, her team, and their creative design work have been featured in more than fifty print and online publications and were featured in and on the book Architecture Today: Interior Design.
As a breast cancer survivor and mother of five children (including a ten-year-old leukemia survivor), Ginger is passionate about serving several cancer research and awareness organizations, including the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. She received the Legacy award from Unlikely Heroes, an organization that rescues children out of the global sex trafficking industry. She is also a mentor to women interior designers and business owners. Ginger lives with her husband, Eric, and their children in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Follow Ginger on Instagram & Facebook and visit her website Urbanology Designs.
November 10th we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit! Registration is now open! We hope to see you there!
Thank you to our sponsors for their support!
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Hey y’all, welcome back to the Designed for the Creative Mind podcast. In this episode, my guest and I are talking about all things Pinterest. We discuss the many ways you can use Pinterest to drive traffic to your website and other social platforms. It’s a must-listen episode!
Kate Ahl is the owner and founder of Simple Pin Media, a Pinterest management and marketing company. Through their work with over 700 Pinterest accounts, they take a data-driven approach to crafting a Pinterest strategy that aims to help their clients and students find their perfect person on Pinterest. Kate teaches thousands of people about Pinterest marketing through various speaking engagements and her podcast, the Simple Pin Podcast.
Use this special link to find tons of great Pinterest tips, DIY, and free guides, including the link to their podcast. And don’t forget to follow Simple Pin Media on all their socials:
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Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplepinmedia/_created/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplepinmedia/
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplepinmedia
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-ahl/
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Welcome back to the podcast, y’all. I am super excited today to be speaking with Ciara Stockeland, a serial entrepreneur and a Profit First certified coach. If you haven’t heard of Profit First, I am a big believer in it and can’t wait to dive into this conversation. Through her coaching program called The Boutique Workshop, Ciara strives to motivate boutique owners to dream big and build simply.
If you’re wondering why we are talking about boutiques on an interior design podcast and what that has to do with you, believe me, you’ll want to tune in and listen because there are some great nuggets of information in this episode that I know will help you in your entrepreneurial journey.
Ciara has been recognized as a Small Business Champion through SCORE and most recently was awarded the Outstanding Franchise Small Business Award. She is active with SCORE, an organization that is the largest network of expert business mentors across the nation. Additionally, Ciara has been an active member of the International Franchise Association and an advocate for small businesses with her seat on the United States Chamber of Commerce Small Business Council. She has twice had the opportunity to testify before two U.S. Senate Committees regarding the “joint employer” standard for businesses and its effect on small businesses and franchises. Additionally, in 2015 she represented small businesses at a White House Summit on Worker Voice and again in 2018 for a Summit on Economics.
You can follow Ciara on Instagram @Cstockeland and check out her websites www.theboutiqueworkshop.com and www.ciarastockeland.com
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Today I want to talk about the importance of leadership. Whether you have a team supporting you or not, leadership is the number one skill that leads to freedom. Learning how to get results through others enables you to take a step back and enjoy the results of your work. In this episode, I share a few things you can work on to become a better leader and get the best out of your team.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Hey y’all, welcome back to the podcast. My next guest and I are talking all about digital strategy and why your interior design business needs it. Nikki Nuckols is a brand and web design expert who marries innovation and creativity with digital strategy. With a degree in Advertising and Marketing, Nikki started her career as an Advertising Firm Art Director, working with corporate giants such as Target and Best Buy, but soon realized her passion for small business growth and success. Now, with more than a decade of experience and over 400 brand and website launches in her portfolio, Nikki leads her team as the Founder and Creative Director of Doodle Dog Creative and Co-Founder of Click & Co., both strategic digital agencies.
Being selected and recognized as a top brand designer from Sage Consultants and recognized by professional organizations, such as The Signature CEO and The Southern C, have given Nikki the opportunity to master the relationship between brand design and creating a strategic digital path to success. When the away message is on, you can likely find this born-again Texan, with her husband, 2 little ones, and their giant dog, poolside, and loving life.
Website: clickandco.co
Instagram: @clickandco
Website: doodledog.com
Instagram: @doodledoginsta
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Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
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To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
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Whether you outsource or bring someone onboard internally, taking the time to train that person to do the work that needs to be done is the first step to getting a return on investment from your team. In this episode, I’m sharing tips from my many years of managing people to help you create repeatable processes you can implement in your business. As the CEO you need to have a vision for your company and be able to hire strategically so you can continue to raise the bar and grow, which will benefit everyone. I always say, while every project is different, the process should remain the same.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Welcome back to the Designed for the Creative Mind Podcast, I am so glad you are here. In this episode, I am speaking with Emanuela Schneider. Emanuela is a social media manager for interior designers. She has a background in journalism and copywriting, but found her passion in helping designers with social media marketing. She now specializes in Instagram and Pinterest management, and she also helps designers generate leads and build a real relationship with their ideal clients.
Some interesting Pinterest Statistics Emanuela shared in this episode:
- 85% of women on Pinterest use it to plan life moments, compared to 44% for Instagram and 53% for Facebook
- 89% of Pinterest users use it for purchase decisions
- 43% of them plan on getting their ideal home within the next 5 years
You can learn more about Emanuela by visiting her website www.manuschneider.com and find her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/marketinginteriordesigners
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
If you’ve ever felt stuck in the middle between your client and a contractor, you will enjoy this episode. I am back here again with my amazing design team, Debbie & Megan, sharing some of our experiences on this important topic. Communication is key. You are the biggest advocate for your client and should always make sure your clients know you are there for them and have their best interests at heart.
Debbie Pratt & Megan Fornes are the lead designers behind the brand of ML Interiors Group. Their award-winning designs, amazing client service, and ability to manage large projects allows Michelle Lynne the flexibility to take her business acumen to the public via her Designed For the Creative Mind® outlets.
https://www.instagram.com/deb_does_design/
https://www.instagram.com/megan_fornes/
Stay tuned y’all because I am hosting the 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit in November at Dallas Market Center. Debbie and Megan will also be there, so if you happen to be in the area, we’d love to meet you!
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Summer Meddock is a Creative Entrepreneur and the founder and owner of residential and commercial design firm, Meddock Interiors and Storehouse, a brick & mortar specializing in artisan made home furnishings and lifestyle products. She also co-owns Sessions West Coast Deli, a multiple location fast casual restaurant, alongside her husband Matt Meddock and co-founders and partners, Bekham, Max and Christopher. Summer is raising three little beach bums; Marley, Makena and Shae (AKA Bam Bam), which is by far her greatest joy and role in life. With a mindset of simplifying the daily processes and a heart for hospitality, this “gentle powerhouse” provides her clients and customers with an intentional, organized and elevated experience.
Instagram: @Meddock_Interiors
Pinterest: Meddock Interiors
More about Michelle:
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Hey, y’all! This episode is a little different than my usual ones because today I’m sharing a video interview I had a while back with Morgan Heinrich. I’m asked so often about how to work with a receiver, how to find a good receiver, and what to look out for when hiring a receiver. Morgan is a professional receiver, and although she is no longer with the receiving company we refer to in this episode, I felt there was a lot of good information to share that I hope you find helpful.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Building and motivating others is a true passion of Beth Bender. So much so that she has built and motivated a team around her as the co-founder of The Dove Agency. Being native to Dallas and with over 20 years of experience in the design industry Beth has made it her primary goal to advise and equip clients to maximize their time, resources and profitability. The doors to the design world were opened for Beth by her mother who was a designer, and her father who was a home builder. Early in her career she began to find herself always searching for a more streamlined way to achieve success.
After completing her BS in Human and Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University Beth went on to start her own firm. Having left her design firm to work more behind the scenes Beth has brought her first-hand experience in interior design to better serve the design community of today. Thanks to her continued passion to perfect and energize processes she has developed a boutique experience that is grounded in relationships.
This business model has allowed Beth and The Dove Agency to be part of the success for other design industry professionals who have improved their profitability through targeted marketing solutions and solid financial services.
The Dove Agency provides design firms, showrooms and artists with strategic planning, financial services, and targeted marketing solutions. Partners, Beth Bender, Kenda Lister, and Brittany Gaskill, have developed a boutique experience, grounded in relationships and built on over 20 years of firsthand knowledge in the industry. The Dove Agency provides services that streamline administrative processes to free up the interior design community to do what they do best—design.
You can find out more about Beth and The Dove Agency on Instagram @thedoveagency
You can also visit their website here: https://www.thedoveagency.com/more-from-the-doves
More about Michelle-
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
We have another fun episode for you as I am back again speaking with my amazing design team, Debbie Pratt and Megan Fornes. Part of our jobs as designers is not only to advise our clients on trends but also to educate them on how to balance trends throughout the home. It is important to climb into our clients’ heads and find out what they want (and don’t want) in their homes.
Debbie Pratt & Megan Fornes are the lead designers behind the brand of ML Interiors Group. Their award-winning designs, amazing client service, and ability to manage large projects allows Michelle Lynne the flexibility to take her business acumen to the public via her Designed For the Creative Mind® outlets.
https://www.instagram.com/deb_does_design/
https://www.instagram.com/megan_fornes/
Stay tuned y’all because I am hosting the 2nd Annual Interior Design Business Success Summit in November at Dallas Market Center. Debbie and Megan will also be there, so if you happen to be in the area, we’d love to meet you!
What are your favorite trends? Drop a comment here or find us on Instagram and let us know what you’re currently obsessed with and what trends you are totally done with.
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Desi Creswell is a Certified Life and Business Coach who helps interior designers stop feeling overwhelmed so they can intentionally build profitable, fulfilling businesses that enrich and support their lives as a whole.
An award-winning interior designer, Desi worked for world-renowned design and architecture firms prior to establishing her own design practice. After experiencing burnout from an endless to-do list and the competing interests of work and home, she was disheartened by the feeling that she wasn’t showing up as her best in any area of life. Desi sought to find solutions within the industry for time-management, work-life balance, and creating success that is truly self-defined.
In her quest to find a better way and get her big questions about work and life answered, Desi became committed to personal development and growth. This led Desi to blend mindset with strategy to transform her own experience and thus realize that there was a need for this type of support within the design community. Her training as a life coach, paired with her industry-specific expertise, helps her to empower clients to thrive both personally and professionally.
Desi has been featured on popular podcasts such as A Well Designed Business, Wingnut Social, and Something About Interior Designers. She has also been a contributor to Designers Today magazine and is a co-author in LuAnn Nigara’s latest book A Well Designed Business, Power Talk Friday Experts: Volume 2.
More info about Desi:
Instagram: @desicreswell
Website: www.desicreswell.com
www.desicreswell.com/schedule
GROUP COACHING
Out of Overwhelm Group Coaching Program
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FREE RESOURCE: The Interior Designers Get It Done Daily Planner
Stop Feeling Overwhelmed and Take Control of Your Day. It's possible for you to build a thriving business that supports your life. Mastering your daily schedule is the first step.
www.desicreswell.com/dailyplanner
More info about Michelle:
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Welcome back to the Designed for the Creative Mind podcast, a business podcast specifically created for interior designers and creative business owners like you. I am coming to you today with some real-life training, something I’ve personally experienced with my own home, and thought it would be beneficial to pass this experience along to you.
Some may feel this is a bit of a rant, but I hope you stick with me. Because of this experience, I appreciate what it’s like to be on the opposite end of a similar service we provide for our clients. In this episode, I am also sharing a few things you can do in your interior design business to make your clients feel special because that’s what we like to do. Our clients are paying for a luxury service so they deserve a luxury experience.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions or want to be considered as a guest on the show? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Nicholette is a Business Strategist and brand Designer who helps business owners create beautiful, impactful 6- and 7-figure brands. Her mission is to help entrepreneurs simplify and streamline their brands and businesses, so they can grow the business of their dreams without any complicated systems, a busier work schedule, or more stress.
From her Canva templates to her 1:1 coaching to her high-end branding and design work, she is all about helping her clients discover how easy and aligned it can feel to grow a thriving business - so they can stand out online, look and feel more high-end and build the kind of sustainable income and lasting wealth that supports a rich life.
More about Nicholette:
Special resources for listeners: www.nicholettestyles.com/michellelynne
Instagram: @nicholettestyles
Canva Templates: https://www.canvatemplateshop.com/membership
More about Michelle:
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@designedforthecreativemind.com
In today’s world, we all seem to get the impression that imperfection is unacceptable. I’d like to turn that around and say perfection is perception. We can’t always have the perfect pose, the perfect lighting, the perfect whatever. Being YOU is the best thing you can do for your business. Your vibe will attract your tribe. Take a listen to this episode for ways to make sure your brand aligns with who you are.
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@designedforthecreativemind.com
Do finances in your business intimidate you?? My friend Braden Drake helps creatives with the legal side of their business and their taxes. In this episode, he talks about what you need to do now and when you know when to hire out your finances. He also talks about creatives biggest mistake with legal and how he can help you in your business!
Braden is a California licensed attorney and tax professional. His tagline is your gay best friend here to help you get your legal and tax shit legit. Braden works primarily with service based, creative small business owners through his courses where he educates on contracts, business entities, cash flow, systems and taxes.
More about Braden:
Facebook Group: www.bradensbesties.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/bradenadamdrake
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
In this episode my design team and I are coming to you live from Dallas Market Center, in the trenches and on the hunt, talking about how to source efficiently and effectively. We want to share with you our tips on how you can source even without a market center in your backyard.
Debbie Pratt & Megan Fornes are the lead designers behind the brand of ML Interiors Group. Their award-winning designs, amazing client service, and ability to manage large projects allows Michelle Lynne the flexibility to take her business acumen to the public via her Designed For the Creative Mind® outlets.
SOCIAL
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
https://www.instagram.com/deb_does_design/
https://www.instagram.com/megan_fornes/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
There is a lot of work that goes into running your own design business and you shouldn't have to, nor should you, do all of the work!
If anything is outside of your zone of genius, anything other than designing, it's probably time to outsource some of the tasks that need to be done to maintain and grow your business! I promise you will be relieved!
You might be good at social media and copywriting, but why not save time by hiring experts so you can focus more on your design work. Just like your an expert at interior design, social media managers, copywriters, and bookkeepers are pros too! You could even outsource your rendering. Your job is to design a beautiful space. Leave the rest to the experts. Take a listen to this episode on more tips on delegating, automating and outsourcing your business!
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Jill Malouf is an award-winning abstract artist in Dallas, Texas. Her paintings evoke a sense of calm and peacefulness through subtle custom color palettes and inspiration from nature.
Her artwork captures more than just the literal view. Jill creates a mood or an essence and lets the viewer's imagination fill in the rest…A favorite vacation…A memory of a loved one.
Jill is self-taught and has developed her own ‘secret sauce’ for creating custom textures and translucence. Her intensive, process driven approach is built upon ever-evolving layers and spontaneous changes. “I love the slow process of building layer upon layer. Lingering in the moment is both the requirement and the reward.”
More About Jill:
Instagram: @artist_jillmalouf www.instagram.com/artist_jillmalouf
Website: www.jillmalouf.com
Facebook:www.facebook.com/jill.malouf
Contact: jillmalouf@gmail.com
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Check out Foyr Interior Design Software. Go to foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Michelle Lynne began her interior design career after spending more than two decades working in Corporate America. She began in the home staging arena and has since built a successful, award-winning, full-service interior design firm, employing talented designers and serving clients across the country.
In the summer of 2018, Michelle began focusing on a big gap she saw missing in the interior design industry: teaching interior designers how to run the business of an interior design business. She now engages in private coaching and leads an in-depth, 12-month group coaching program, both options focus on teaching designers profitable processes, systems, strategies, and mindset needed to run a streamlined, profitable interior design firm.
Her motto is simple: we rise by lifting others.
Get to know Michele Lynne a little better and learn how and why the “Designed for the Creative Mind” division of ML Interiors Group came about.
SOCIAL
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
Feel like there is never enough time in the day to do ALL THE THINGS you need to do in your business? Listen in to learn six tips I use to maximize productivity in my business. Whether your goals are personal or professional, knowing what they are and doing them are two totally different things. Get in the habit of disciplining yourself by using these time management tips and watch your productivity soar.
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
Thank you to Foyr for their support. Foyr is a lightning-fast, interior design software that creates photorealistic renderings. Don’t leave your beautiful designs up to the imagination of your client, when you can show them what their space is going to look like. Find them at www.foyr.com
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Nicole Laino is a startup Founder (Hilo CRM), brand strategist, peak performance coach, Reiki master/teacher and the host of the Limitless Entrepreneur Podcast. She spent 6
years in corporate at a Fortune 100 company before leaving her career for entrepreneurship. Affectionately referring to herself as a Type-A hippie (a free-spirit who can grow a business and meet a deadline) Nicole has found and understands that to be truly successful in business you have to be both strategic and spiritual. She combines proven marketing strategies with brain-based science, and her experience as a Rapid Manifestation Method Practitioner to help her clients overcome their limiting beliefs, develop their authentic brand, and achieve massive success.
SOCIAL:
Nicole delivers free training every single week inside her Facebook community – you can join the group by visiting www.innerceogroup.com and follow her on Instagram at @niclaino.
https://www.instagram.com/nicolelainoofficial/
Entrepreneurship isn’t easy. Do you show up as the powerful CEO you are? Does fear hold you back? Or are you afraid of “being too much?”
Lean into your badass-ness and hear about some key steps to developing your CEO Mindset. Hint: everything you want is already within you when you step into your power.
Business is mindset + mechanics.
Listen to business coach, Nicole Laino, as she shares her insight about how we are often the biggest obstacle in our own way and gain some tools to kick some of these excuses to the curb.
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Rick Campos is a self proclaimed “recovering interior designer” with fifteen years of experience in luxury residential design. In 2019 Rick said goodbye to client relations and hello to the INFLUENCER side of the design industry with a mission to support and promote the rise of our design community. Design Biz Survival Guide is a multi faceted platform that includes a podcast, personalized business consulting services, an online community and a lecture series. Rick is passionate about sharing information and inspiration with fellow design professionals. Rick’s goal is to empower design professionals and entrepreneurs to be the very best they can be, one conversation at a time…
SOCIAL
https://www.designbizsurvivalguide.com/
https://www.instagram.com/designbizsurvivalguide/
https://www.facebook.com/DesignBizSurvivalGuide/
Practicing what she preaches, Michelle invites another interior design business coach and consultant to talk about why our industry needs to embrace community over competition.
Rick Campos is passionate about informing, inspiring and empowering design professionals and shares his experiences and wisdom about staying true to who you are. Finding your own lane is where happiness in business (and life) comes from, and it might not look like what you imagined.
Enjoy two of the industry’s top thought leaders discussing how there IS room for everybody in this community.
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
The brand, Michelle Lynne Interiors, began as a one-woman show and has evolved into a team of talented interior designers who collaborate, challenge, and inspire each other to create personality-filled and luxuriously livable spaces our clients love.
We treasure our client’s trust and believe each job is significant. We aren’t fussy and we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We are a group of creatives who take pride in our portfolio and look forward to making our clients’ homes happier and more efficient.
SOCIAL
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/mlinteriorsgroup/
https://www.instagram.com/deb_does_design/
https://www.instagram.com/megan_fornes/
Meet Debbie Pratt & Megan Fornes, the design geniuses behind the beautiful spaces ML Interiors Group creates. Listen to how the team has evolved and how the collaboration of this group of women allowed Michelle Lynne to create the Designed For the Creative Mind division of the company.
The synergy between the team can be felt as they finish each other's sentences, laugh and joke with each other, all while discussing how the processes, procedures and standards that dictate ML Interiors Group provides them with more creativity, time and fulfillment.
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Get to know Michele Lynne a little better and learn how and why the “Designed for the Creative Mind” division of ML Interiors Group came about.
Social
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
Thank you to Satanoff Insurance for their support. Please show them support by contacting them and mentioning you heard about them here.
Website: https://www.satanoffagency.com/
Phone: 610-971-2222
To stay in touch with Michelle, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designedforthecreativemind/ and join our Free Facebook Community at InteriorDesignersBusinessLaunchpad
Have ideas or suggestions (or want to be considered as a guest on the show)? Email me at Hello@DesignedForTheCreativeMind.com
Who am I?
- I am an interior design business firm owner. Real and relevant. My firm is MLInteriorsGroup.com
- Previously I worked in 2 separate industries running multi million business units. I thought running an interior design business would be easy. I was wrong.
- I am a “late bloomer”
- I got married @37 years old
- I became a Mom @50 years old.
- I’m finally exactly where I’m supposed to be
WHAT THIS PODCAST IS ABOUT:
- Discussing all things related to running the business of your interior design business.
- ME
- MY BADASS DESIGN TEAM
- GUESTS
WANT TO ENGAGE A LITTLE MORE PERSONALLY: Join me in live weekly trainings at The Interior Designer’s Business Launchpad where you can get weekly nuggets of training AND you can even tell me there what you want to hear here on the podcast. Yep. I’m in the thick of things trying to provide what you need. All the links are below.
Community over competition is my goal.
Yes, I’m a legit business owner: https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
Plus, I love to teach others: https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/
MORE IMPORTANTLY:
Join me weekly for live training: https://www.facebook.com/groups/idbizlaunchpad