The Business of Beautiful Spaces Podcast for Interior Designers
Welcome to The Business of Beautiful Spaces, the podcast where interior design matters! As Interior Designers, we understand the power of creating beautiful and functional spaces that not only look good, but also enhance our daily lives. Join us on this journey as we explore the ins and outs of the interior design industry and dive into the business side of things. From one interior designer to another, we'll share our experiences, insights, and lessons learned as we strive to create spaces that not only make a statement, but also make a difference. So sit back, relax, and let's get started on The Business of Beautiful Spaces.
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You can find us at www.thebusinessofbeautifulspaces.com, email us at hello@thebusinessofbeautifulspaces.com or any social media platform @thebusinessofbeautifulspaces.
Episodes
145 episodes
144 - Let's Talk About How Interior Designers Can Use AI to Grow Smarter, Not Harder with Matt Kantor
AI isn’t just for big tech companies, it’s quickly becoming one of the most powerful tools for creative businesses, including interior design firms. But with all the hype, it can be hard to know what’s real, what’s useful, and how to actually a...
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Episode 144
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48:46
143- Let's Talk About How To Use Your Photography in More Ways in Your Design Business
Let’s talk about photography—not just taking it, but actually using it to move the needle in your design business.In today’s episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, I’m joined by Lauren Anderson, founder of Sen Cre...
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Episode 142
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29:22
142. Let's Talk About Big Impact, Small Budgets, Marketing Tools to Build Authority.
In this episode, Christine and I dig into how you can build authority and visibility in your business—even if your marketing budget is limited. She shares practical frameworks, mindset shifts, and tactical tools to help you get seen, hea...
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Episode 142
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47:50
141 - Let's Talk about SEO with Julia Bocchese
If you’re tired of chasing clients on social media and want your dream clients to come to you, this episode is going to shift the way you think about marketing.I’m joined by Julia Bocchese, an SEO and Pinterest strategist who wo...
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Episode 140
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30:26
140 - Let's Talk About Planning to Age in Place
In this episode, I’m joined by the incredibly talented Marcy Sagel, founder and principal of MSA Interiors. Since launching her firm in 2004, Marcy has led her team with a strong belief in collaboration—partnering with developers, architects, a...
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Season 3
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Episode 139
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32:17
139 - Let's Talk About, Stop Undervaluing Our Industry: Building Wealth and Changing the Standards of Interior Design
Too often, interior designers fall into the trap of undervaluing themselves and, by extension, our entire industry. In today’s episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, I’m opening up about why it’s time to change that narrative—bec...
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Episode 139
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14:51
138. Let's Talk about Business Mentorship and Business Coaching
Entrepreneurship in interior design is exciting but let’s be real, it can also feel overwhelming and lonely. The truth is, you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. In this episode, Laura Thornton shares why mentorship and community are ...
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Episode 138
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18:03
137. Let's Talk About Building Wealth in Your Business with The Profit Academy for Interior Designers
If you’ve ever second guessed your pricing, shaved hours off an invoice, or wondered how other designers confidently charge what they’re worth, you’re not alone.In this special episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, I’m pu...
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Episode 137
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11:58
136 - Let's Talk About the Challenges of Running an Interior Design Business, From Start-Up to Profitability with Suzanne Robson
From Start-Up to Profitability with Suzanne RobsonIn this replay episode, Laura sits down with interior designer Suzanne Robson, one of the very first students of The Profit Academy for Interior Designers. Together...
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Episode 136
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38:47
135- Let's Talk about the Importance of Contracts in your Interior Design Business with Lawyer Erica Canas
Today, we’re talking about one of the most important yet often overlooked aspects of running a design business: contracts. I’m thrilled to have Erica Canas, Esq., a Florida licensed attorney and interior design enthusiast, join us for this impo...
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Episode 135
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46:34
134- Part 4: Let's Talk Profit Strategies, Follow the Profits, Not all Projects are Sexy
Welcome to the grand finale of our four-part Profitable Design Series with Laura Thornton!In this essential episode, Laura helps you shift from just designing beautiful spaces to designing a truly profitable business. Lea...
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Episode 134
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13:01
133. Part 3: Let's Talk Profit Strategies, Efficiency Gains, They Belong to You.
Welcome to Part Three of our special four-part series on building a profitable interior design business with Laura Thornton!In this episode, Laura brings together everything you’ve learned so far—understanding your numbers, tracki...
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Season 3
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Episode 132
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17:59
132 - Let's Talk Money Matters with a Financial Therapist
In this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, Laura Thornton sits down with financial therapist Aseel El-Baba to dive deep into the hidden challenges creatives and designers face around money, self-worth, and pricing. Aseel shar...
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Season 3
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Episode 132
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42:53
131. Part 2: Let's Talk About Profit Strategies, Time is Money, Literally
Welcome back to The Business of Beautiful Spaces! This is Part 2 of our special four-part series on building a profitable interior design business with Laura Thornton.In this episode, Laura shares why tracking your time is one of ...
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Season 3
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Episode 131
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23:59
130. Part 1: Let's Talk About Profit Strategies- Know Your Numbers, The Foundation of Profitability
In the first episode of our special four-part series, Laura Thornton—founder of Thornton Design and The Profit Academy for Interior Designers—shares the essential financial foundations every designer needs to run a truly profitable business. Dr...
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Episode 130
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15:39
Ep.129 - Let's Talk About Understanding Your Profit Margins in Construction
In this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, I’m joined by Gabriela Eisenhart of Silo Studios to discuss how interior designers can confidently add construction management to their offerings—and boost profitability in the proce...
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Episode 129
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47:31
Ep. 128- Let's Talk About Setting Clear Boundaries with your Design Business with Caron Woolsey
Some are fortunate enough to discover their passion when they are young — Caron Woolsey is one of them. A native Texan, growing up Caron spent the summers visiting her grandparents in New Orleans, Louisiana. This is where her love of interior d...
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Season 3
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Episode 128
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26:56
Ep 127- Let's Talk About Small Things, Big Profits: How Accessories Can Transform Your Spaces and Your Bottom Line
In this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, Laura Thornton reveals why accessories are the secret weapon for both designers and clients—and how they can turn “nice” rooms into wow-worthy homes and boost your profit ma...
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Episode 127
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16:13
Ep 126 - When Clients Ghost You: Five Smart Ways to Re-Engage and Get Answers
Are your leads or clients suddenly silent? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, Laura Thornton shares practical strategies for what to do when you’ve been “ghosted” by a client or prospect. From using ...
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Episode 125
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REPLAY- Let's Talk About Under Charging Syndrome
Today we are diving deep into a topic that is close to my heart and wallet—pricing your services for profitability. With over 20 years in the interior design industry, I've seen it all, and I'm here to share the golden nuggets of wisdom to help...
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Ep.124 - Let's Talk about Best practices for onboarding and setting expectations with Jamie Van Cuyk
In this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, I’m joined by hiring strategist Jamie Van Cuyk, founder of Growing Your Team. Jamie shares her expertise on how interior designers can confidently hire their first (or next) team mem...
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Episode 124
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34:18
EP. 123- Let's Talk About What You're Forgetting in Your Design Quotes
In this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, we’re uncovering the often-overlooked details that can make or break your bottom line as an interior designer. From light bulb installation to crown moldings, cleaning services to de...
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Episode 123
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13:09
Ep. 122 - Let's Talk about Growing Good Design with Nicole Fisher
In this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, I’m joined by Nicole Fisher, principal of BNR Interiors, a New York-based luxury residential design firm known for its layered, editorial approach to interiors. Nicole shares her fas...
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Season 3
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Episode 122
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33:33
REPLAY - LET'S TALK ABOUT ELEVATING YOUR CLIENT PRESENTATION PACKAGE
REPLAY:Starting off a presentation on the right foot is key.An interior design presentation package should be a visually engaging and comprehensive set of documents and visual aids that communicate the designer's ideas and concep...
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Episode 122
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23:44
121 - Let's Talk About The Interior Design Community with Laurie Laizure
n this inspiring episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, Laura chats with Laurie Laizure, founder of the Interior Design Community and host of the To-The-Trade Podcast. Laurie is a connector, a cheerleader for de...
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Season 3
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Episode 121
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57:22