Today we cover our upcoming plans for High Point Market this fall, an exciting giveaway for our listeners, recent struggles and lessons learned in our businesses, as well as some new trends we noticed at Vegas Market this summer. In this episode, we discuss:Giving a hotspot tour at High Point Market later this yearHow you can win free products from our online shopFeeling very depressed and overwhelmed about financesForgetting important tasks and then putting them offChanging the process and format of discovery calls with potential clientsHow the first 3 months of onboarding is so exhausting Feeling creatively zapped but needing to post more content on InstagramGetting over our ego and putting ourselves out thereUpselling clients in the present so they can save money in the long runThe designs and new trends we saw at Vegas MarketHow designers are now being recognized as major buyers Mentioned:Listener Survey - Have a chance to win a prize!Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on Patreon Design Resources - Check out our shop

Today we cover our upcoming plans for High Point Market this fall, an exciting giveaway for our listeners, recent struggles and lessons learned in our businesses, as well as some new trends we noticed at Vegas Market this summer. In this episode, we discuss:<ul><li>Giving a hotspot tour at High Point Market later this year</li><li>How you can win free products from our online shop</li><li>Feeling very depressed and overwhelmed about finances</li><li>Forgetting important tasks and then putting them off</li><li>Changing the process and format of discovery calls with potential clients</li><li>How the first 3 months of onboarding is so exhausting </li><li>Feeling creatively zapped but needing to post more content on Instagram</li><li>Getting over our ego and putting ourselves out there</li><li>Upselling clients in the present so they can save money in the long run</li><li>The designs and new trends we saw at Vegas Market</li><li>How designers are now being recognized as major buyers </li></ul> Mentioned:<a href="https://form.typeform.com/to/Thvn9OXq?typeform-source=l.instagram.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Listener Survey - Have a chance to win a prize!</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Loyal Hottie” - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a> <h2>Design Resources - <a href="https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our shop</a></h2>

What Happened In Vegas

How do you get your work featured in your favorite design magazines? When is the right time to hire a publicist? What should you do if you can’t afford to hire a PR professional?In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Rich Pedine of Rich Pedine Public Relations, to discuss:Channeling a passion for interior design into his PR careerWhat magazines are looking for The best time to contact a publicistHow you can double your chances of getting publishedGetting the home owners onboard with publicationsHelping his clients with media trainingWhy having strong opinions is a good thingConsuming interior design news and media everydayGetting photos for your private portfolioWhy designers need to develop relationships with publicistsMentioned:Rich’s websiteOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on Patreon Design Resources - Check out our shop

How do you get your work featured in your favorite design magazines? When is the right time to hire a publicist? What should you do if you can’t afford to hire a PR professional?In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Rich Pedine of Rich Pedine Public Relations, to discuss:<ul><li>Channeling a passion for interior design into his PR career</li><li>What magazines are looking for </li><li>The best time to contact a publicist</li><li>How you can double your chances of getting published</li><li>Getting the home owners onboard with publications</li><li>Helping his clients with media training</li><li>Why having strong opinions is a good thing</li><li>Consuming interior design news and media everyday</li><li>Getting photos for your private portfolio</li><li>Why designers need to develop relationships with publicists</li></ul>Mentioned:<a href="https://www.richpedinepr.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rich’s website</a>Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Loyal Hottie” - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a> Design Resources - <a href="https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our shop</a>

A Conversation with Rich Pedine

As a designer, you need to keep a list of tradespeople in your back pocket. Today, we go over what that list should look like.In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun discuss:The joy of being part of the live Hottie HangoutsReceiving a rotten sausage in the mailGoing to 2023 Highpoint from Oct 14 to Oct 16 Asking your vendors who their preferred clients are Feeling icky about charging a referral fee to your contractors Handy-man versus licensed contractorShaun’s secret way of finding people Finding cabinet makers via word of mouth How hard it is to find someone who does both wood restoration and upholsteryWhat you need to look for in a wallpaper installer Whether you need a draftsperson or notThe benefits to having an attorney in your back pocketOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on Patreon Design Resources - Check out our shopMentioned in this episode:Register for Las Vegas markethttps://www.lasvegasmarket.com/plan/events/the-power-of-podcasts-community-over-competition?id=5f9de852-a64b-458c-9bf7-8f65e0cc1b90

As a designer, you need to keep a list of tradespeople in your back pocket. Today, we go over what that list should look like.In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun discuss:<ul><li>The joy of being part of the live Hottie Hangouts</li><li>Receiving a rotten sausage in the mail</li><li>Going to 2023 Highpoint from Oct 14 to Oct 16 </li><li>Asking your vendors who their preferred clients are </li><li>Feeling icky about charging a referral fee to your contractors </li><li>Handy-man versus licensed contractor</li><li>Shaun’s secret way of finding people </li><li>Finding cabinet makers via word of mouth </li><li>How hard it is to find someone who does both wood restoration and upholstery</li><li>What you need to look for in a wallpaper installer </li><li>Whether you need a draftsperson or not</li><li>The benefits to having an attorney in your back pocket</li></ul>Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Loyal Hottie” - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a> <h2>Design Resources - <a href="https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our shop</a></h2>Mentioned in this episode:Register for Las Vegas market<a href="https://www.lasvegasmarket.com/plan/events/the-power-of-podcasts-community-over-competition?id=5f9de852-a64b-458c-9bf7-8f65e0cc1b90" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lasvegasmarket.com/plan/events/the-power-of-podcasts-community-over-competition?id=5f9de852-a64b-458c-9bf7-8f65e0cc1b90</a>

Squad Goals

Fred Nicolaus

We believe it is important to stay informed on news and trends within the design space. That’s why we invited Fred Nicolaus, executive editor of Business of Home, to the podcast. Business of Home is the home industry’s leading business media brand, delivering essential news, analysis and insights to interior designers and industry professionals.In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Fred Nicolaus to discuss:How so many people don’t know that design is such a fascinating businessHigh Point moving away from large retail buyers and towards designersDifferent reasons why it is so important to stay informed with what’s going on in the industryWhy we think the industry is slow to innovateHow wealth is distributed among generations Working with home furnishing wholesaler, Four HandsTheories on why minimums are so persistentNeeding wiggle room when it comes to product pricingHaving a succession internship program for designers who want to retireWhy mergers will become strongerOur opinions on how A.I. will affect the industryMentioned:Business of HomeBusiness of Home podcastOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on Patreon Mentioned in this episode:Register for Las Vegas markethttps://www.lasvegasmarket.com/plan/events/the-power-of-podcasts-community-over-competition?id=5f9de852-a64b-458c-9bf7-8f65e0cc1b90

We believe it is important to stay informed on news and trends within the design space. That’s why we invited Fred Nicolaus, executive editor of Business of Home, to the podcast. Business of Home is the home industry’s leading business media brand, delivering essential news, analysis and insights to interior designers and industry professionals.In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Fred Nicolaus to discuss:<ul><li>How so many people don’t know that design is such a fascinating business</li><li>High Point moving away from large retail buyers and towards designers</li><li>Different reasons why it is so important to stay informed with what’s going on in the industry</li><li>Why we think the industry is slow to innovate</li><li>How wealth is distributed among generations </li><li>Working with home furnishing wholesaler, Four Hands</li><li>Theories on why minimums are so persistent</li><li>Needing wiggle room when it comes to product pricing</li><li>Having a succession internship program for designers who want to retire</li><li>Why mergers will become stronger</li><li>Our opinions on how A.I. will affect the industry</li></ul>Mentioned:<a href="https://businessofhome.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Business of Home</a><a href="https://businessofhome.com/news/tagged/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Business of Home podcast</a>Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Loyal Hottie” - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a> Mentioned in this episode:Register for Las Vegas market<a href="https://www.lasvegasmarket.com/plan/events/the-power-of-podcasts-community-over-competition?id=5f9de852-a64b-458c-9bf7-8f65e0cc1b90" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lasvegasmarket.com/plan/events/the-power-of-podcasts-community-over-competition?id=5f9de852-a64b-458c-9bf7-8f65e0cc1b90</a>

A Conversation with Fred Nicolaus

It can be so frustrating when clients start shopping for products on their own, when it’s your role as the designer to do the buying. While this is common and very annoying, there are some things you can do to prevent it. And if you can’t totally prevent it, you can still resolve the issue when it does happen. In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun discuss: Why clients who shop may not understand how full service interior design worksOffering a range of different services for clients with different needsAsking better questions upfrontFiguring out why the client doesn’t like what we pickedWhat to do when you have wishy-washy prospectsWhy you need clearly written proposals and contractsIgnoring certain client behaviorsHow to address client shopping and redirect them to your processWhy clients want a designer who can take a stanceMentioned:Check out some of these helpful business resourcesOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on Patreon 

It can be so frustrating when clients start shopping for products on their own, when it’s your role as the designer to do the buying. While this is common and very annoying, there are some things you can do to prevent it. And if you can’t totally prevent it, you can still resolve the issue when it does happen. In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun discuss: <ul><li>Why clients who shop may not understand how full service interior design works</li><li>Offering a range of different services for clients with different needs</li><li>Asking better questions upfront</li><li>Figuring out why the client doesn’t like what we picked</li><li>What to do when you have wishy-washy prospects</li><li>Why you need clearly written proposals and contracts</li><li>Ignoring certain client behaviors</li><li>How to address client shopping and redirect them to your process</li><li>Why clients want a designer who can take a stance</li></ul> Mentioned:<a href="https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out some of these helpful business resources</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a><h2>Become a “Loyal Hottie” - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a> </h2>

How We Stopped Getting Shopped

How should you respond to clients when you really don’t want to do the project? How do you set boundaries in your business and train others how to respect them? Should you stop charging a flat rate and start charging by the hour? In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Kate Lester of Kate Lester Interiors, to discuss:Why Kate quit her six figure job in corporate America to become an interior designerWorking in a home office before you start paying for an office outside the homeAll the things design school failed to teach her How to teach people to respect your boundariesCharging an hourly rate - it is the only way to goWhy you need to run a profit and loss statement at the end of every projectHow Kate was able to buy and store vintage pieces Leaning into your style and who you areA story of how staying true to one’s process leads to better business in the long runMentioned:Kate’s websiteKate’s InstagramOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on Patreon 

How should you respond to clients when you really don’t want to do the project? How do you set boundaries in your business and train others how to respect them? Should you stop charging a flat rate and start charging by the hour? In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Kate Lester of Kate Lester Interiors, to discuss:<ul><li>Why Kate quit her six figure job in corporate America to become an interior designer</li><li>Working in a home office before you start paying for an office outside the home</li><li>All the things design school failed to teach her </li><li>How to teach people to respect your boundaries</li><li>Charging an hourly rate - it is the only way to go</li><li>Why you need to run a profit and loss statement at the end of every project</li><li>How Kate was able to buy and store vintage pieces </li><li>Leaning into your style and who you are</li><li>A story of how staying true to one’s process leads to better business in the long run</li></ul> Mentioned:<a href="https://katelesterinteriors.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Kate’s website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klinteriors/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Kate’s Instagram</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Loyal Hottie” - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

A Conversation with Kate Lester

When business gets slow, do you feel like the scarcity mindset kicks in, and you start freaking out about how you are going to generate more money? Feeling anxious and helpless about finances won’t solve your problems. It’s time to stop sulking in bed, take back the power, and make some changes to generate new forms of revenue. In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun discuss: Not letting fear or ego get in the way when pivotingGetting certain work out of the way so you can bill for itBootstrapping new opportunities if you are in a pinchMaking energetic changes in your environment and in yourselfCreating newsletters that are interesting and simpleWhy you need to call past clients, contractors, and vendorsMentioned:We Should All Be MillionairesOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on Patreon 

When business gets slow, do you feel like the scarcity mindset kicks in, and you start freaking out about how you are going to generate more money? Feeling anxious and helpless about finances won’t solve your problems. It’s time to stop sulking in bed, take back the power, and make some changes to generate new forms of revenue. In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun discuss: <ul><li>Not letting fear or ego get in the way when pivoting</li><li>Getting certain work out of the way so you can bill for it</li><li>Bootstrapping new opportunities if you are in a pinch</li><li>Making energetic changes in your environment and in yourself</li><li>Creating newsletters that are interesting and simple</li><li>Why you need to call past clients, contractors, and vendors</li></ul>Mentioned:<a href="https://www.amazon.com/We-Should-All-Be-Millionaires/dp/1400221625" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">We Should All Be Millionaires</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a><h2>Become a “Loyal Hottie” - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a> </h2>

7 Ways To Generate Revenue

Rachel Moriarty

How do you overcome FOMO when you have to say “no” to new opportunities that come your way? How do you develop your self-concept, when you were accustomed to working in a strict, corporate environment before becoming a designer? What should you expect when going to trade show events, like High Point Market?In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Rachel Moriarty of Rachel Moriarty Interiors, to discuss:The difficulties in saying “no” to cool opportunities that present themselvesBeing like a diamond and performing well under pressureA.I. renderings and how crazy realistic they lookRachel’s unique job history before becoming an interior designerFeeling exhausted after presentations and speechesCreating and fostering relationships with others in the industryOur experiences with the One Room ChallengeAppreciating the perspectives of designers with different cultural and regional backgroundsHigh Point Market - It is huge and intimidating, but so worth itMentioned:Rachel’s InstagramRachel’s WebsiteRachel’s collection of mirrorsDesign HoundsOne Room ChallengeHigh Point MarketOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

How do you overcome FOMO when you have to say “no” to new opportunities that come your way? How do you develop your self-concept, when you were accustomed to working in a strict, corporate environment before becoming a designer? What should you expect when going to trade show events, like High Point Market?In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Rachel Moriarty of Rachel Moriarty Interiors, to discuss:<ul><li>The difficulties in saying “no” to cool opportunities that present themselves</li><li>Being like a diamond and performing well under pressure</li><li>A.I. renderings and how crazy realistic they look</li><li>Rachel’s unique job history before becoming an interior designer</li><li>Feeling exhausted after presentations and speeches</li><li>Creating and fostering relationships with others in the industry</li><li>Our experiences with the One Room Challenge</li><li>Appreciating the perspectives of designers with different cultural and regional backgrounds</li><li>High Point Market - It is huge and intimidating, but so worth it</li></ul>Mentioned:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/rachelmoriartyinteriors/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rachel’s Instagram</a><a href="https://www.rachelminteriors.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rachel’s Website</a><a href="https://www.mirror-tique.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rachel’s collection of mirrors</a><a href="https://designhounds.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Design Hounds</a><a href="https://www.oneroomchallenge.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">One Room Challenge</a><a href="https://www.highpointmarket.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">High Point Market</a>Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

A Conversation with Rachel Moriarty

AI is here and it’s here to stay. If you’ve been ignoring everything artificial intelligence can do, we think you really need to start paying attention. Today, we chat about ways AI is changing the design industry and how your work may be affected.In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun discuss: A recent article from Business of HomeWhy E-designers and illustrators should be worriedExploring an image-based AI system called MidjourneyPeople selling design prompts to use with AI The impressive copyrighting and research capabilities of ChatGPTThe integration of AI plugins with various appsUsing Canva’s newest AI features to change photos in unique waysHow designers can compete with AI advancements and keep their jobsMentioned:7 ways AI will change the design industry for goodMidjourneyOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on Patreon 

AI is here and it’s here to stay. If you’ve been ignoring everything artificial intelligence can do, we think you really need to start paying attention. Today, we chat about ways AI is changing the design industry and how your work may be affected.In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun discuss: <ul><li>A recent article from Business of Home</li><li>Why E-designers and illustrators should be worried</li><li>Exploring an image-based AI system called Midjourney</li><li>People selling design prompts to use with AI </li><li>The impressive copyrighting and research capabilities of ChatGPT</li><li>The integration of AI plugins with various apps</li><li>Using Canva’s newest AI features to change photos in unique ways</li><li>How designers can compete with AI advancements and keep their jobs</li></ul>Mentioned:<a href="https://businessofhome.com/articles/7-ways-ai-will-change-the-design-industry-for-good" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">7 ways AI will change the design industry for good</a><a href="https://www.midjourney.com/home/?callbackUrl=%2Fapp%2F" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Midjourney</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Loyal Hottie” - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

Don't Fear AI

Are you confusing clients by offering too many options and services? What do you do when the design is twice the original budget? How many projects can you realistically manage without employees? Today, we will be answering these questions along with some others. In this episode, we talk about:Shifting your mindset when it comes to positioning your servicesMaking the proposal specific to the client - tell them what they needInterior Define - should you trust their productsHaving a great relationship with your general contractorThe best ways to receive payments from your clientsDealing with the complications of cabinetryOutsourcing tasks to nonemployees when neededThe things you have to be willing to sacrifice when starting your businessWhy you need a contract Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

Are you confusing clients by offering too many options and services? What do you do when the design is twice the original budget? How many projects can you realistically manage without employees? Today, we will be answering these questions along with some others. In this episode, we talk about:<ul><li>Shifting your mindset when it comes to positioning your services</li><li>Making the proposal specific to the client - tell them what they need</li><li>Interior Define - should you trust their products</li><li>Having a great relationship with your general contractor</li><li>The best ways to receive payments from your clients</li><li>Dealing with the complications of cabinetry</li><li>Outsourcing tasks to nonemployees when needed</li><li>The things you have to be willing to sacrifice when starting your business</li><li>Why you need a contract </li></ul> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

Ask Us Anything

They're not that hot, or that young - but hosts Rebecca Plumb (Studio Plumb) and Shaun Crha (Wrensted Interiors) spill the tea every week on how a new generation of interior designers run their business. Join a community exploring the emotional, practical, and humorous side of the interior design business.

Shannyn Lee

How do you stand out in a sea of other designers that do similar work? How do you get more comfortable having money conversations with clients? How do you get better at selling and pricing your projects? We chat about this and more, with professional trainer and coach, Shannyn Lee.In this episode, we talk about:The things holding many designers back How you can be meaningfully different from others in the industryShifting your mindset and behavior when it come to salesBringing vulnerability to the sales processThe Jedi mantra Shannyn teaches to her clientsWhy selling is not gross - it is nobleOwning and verbalizing fears in conversations with clientsHow to deal with pricing and discounting.Mentioned:Win Without PitchingWin Without Pitching BooksWin Without Pitching InstagramE82 A Conversation With Linda HayslettE81 How to talk to clients about moneyHow we use our Procurement GuideEstablishing A Decorating BudgetOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

How do you stand out in a sea of other designers that do similar work? How do you get more comfortable having money conversations with clients? How do you get better at selling and pricing your projects? We chat about this and more, with professional trainer and coach, Shannyn Lee.In this episode, we talk about:<ul><li>The things holding many designers back </li><li>How you can be meaningfully different from others in the industry</li><li>Shifting your mindset and behavior when it come to sales</li><li>Bringing vulnerability to the sales process</li><li>The Jedi mantra Shannyn teaches to her clients</li><li>Why selling is not gross - it is noble</li><li>Owning and verbalizing fears in conversations with clients</li><li>How to deal with pricing and discounting.</li></ul>Mentioned:<a href="https://www.winwithoutpitching.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Win Without Pitching</a> <a href="https://www.winwithoutpitching.com/books/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Win Without Pitching Books</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/winwithoutpitching/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Win Without Pitching Instagram</a><a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/episodes/a-conversation-with-linda-hayslett/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">E82 A Conversation With Linda Hayslett</a><a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/episodes/how-to-talk-to-clients-about-money/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">E81 How to talk to clients about money</a><a href="https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/b/dgonD" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">How we use our Procurement Guide</a> <a href="https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/b/tmhwI" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Establishing A Decorating Budget</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a> <h2>Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a> </h2>

A Conversation with Shannyn Lee

Today we offer our thoughts on the emotional rollercoaster clients go through during renovations. As designers, we can’t control the rollercoaster, but we can definitely help keep the ride from going completely off track. In this episode, we talk about:How podcasting is like having a whole other businessAdvising clients on the approximate timeline of the entire projectWhy we want to invest in port-a-potties and parking lotsThe point at which its easy to start imagining the actual designHaving “oh crap” momentsDoing our best to avoid mistakes and remedy the mistakes that ariseUnderstanding that clients feel emotionally displaced during a home restorationOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

Today we offer our thoughts on the emotional rollercoaster clients go through during renovations. As designers, we can’t control the rollercoaster, but we can definitely help keep the ride from going completely off track. In this episode, we talk about:<ul><li>How podcasting is like having a whole other business</li><li>Advising clients on the approximate timeline of the entire project</li><li>Why we want to invest in port-a-potties and parking lots</li><li>The point at which its easy to start imagining the actual design</li><li>Having “oh crap” moments</li><li>Doing our best to avoid mistakes and remedy the mistakes that arise</li><li>Understanding that clients feel emotionally displaced during a home restoration</li></ul>Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

Renovation Rollercoaster

Have you taken into consideration the commitment you are making when signing a lease for a shop? How would you react to losing a vital member of your design team? Have you thought about offering different types of services and products in order to attract a variety of clients? We chat about this and more, with Katie Monkhouse of Katie Monkhouse Interior Design.In this episode, we talk about:Katie’s journey: From a career in fashion to then becoming an interior designerUnderestimating the amount of work and commitment level required to have a shopPlanning ahead of time versus just getting something doneLosing a junior designer and a large project in the same dayWhat Katie’s team looks like now, after re-assessing everythingThat happy dance feeling when someone makes a purchase on the websiteDiversifying revenue so you don't have to rely on client work all the timeNot constantly giving away free adviceTalking about how the current economy is affecting the design industryWhen to charge a flat fee versus when to charge hourlyMentioned:Katie’s InstagramKatie’s websiteWestpark Home InstagramWestpark Home websiteMillroad websiteOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

Have you taken into consideration the commitment you are making when signing a lease for a shop? How would you react to losing a vital member of your design team? Have you thought about offering different types of services and products in order to attract a variety of clients? We chat about this and more, with Katie Monkhouse of Katie Monkhouse Interior Design.In this episode, we talk about:<ul><li>Katie’s journey: From a career in fashion to then becoming an interior designer</li><li>Underestimating the amount of work and commitment level required to have a shop</li><li>Planning ahead of time versus just getting something done</li><li>Losing a junior designer and a large project in the same day</li><li>What Katie’s team looks like now, after re-assessing everything</li><li>That happy dance feeling when someone makes a purchase on the website</li><li>Diversifying revenue so you don't have to rely on client work all the time</li><li>Not constantly giving away free advice</li><li>Talking about how the current economy is affecting the design industry</li><li>When to charge a flat fee versus when to charge hourly</li></ul>Mentioned:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/katiemonkhouseinteriors/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Katie’s Instagram</a> <a href="https://katiemonkhouseinteriors.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Katie’s website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shopwestparkhome/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Westpark Home Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.shopwestparkhome.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Westpark Home website</a><a href="https://www.millroad.studio/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Millroad website</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

A Conversation with Katie Monkhouse

How do you manage hustling for design opportunities while also maintaining work-life balance? How do you overcome discriminatory work experiences at design firms who don’t value you? When do you know when it’s the right time to stop working as an employee and create your own business? We chat about this and more, with Abigail Marcelo Horace of Casa Marcelo.In this episode, we talk about:Seeking a more inclusive and less redundant, interior design environmentGrowing up in an artistic family and deciding to pursue interior designMeeting others who resonate with the discriminatory work experiences she hadChanges that need to be made in the industryThe rude, weird, and interesting experiences at past jobs we had before starting our businessesOffering a supportive work environment to our employeesThe benefits to owning your own business compared to working for a firmMentioned:Casa Marcelo WebsiteAbigail’s InstagramOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

How do you manage hustling for design opportunities while also maintaining work-life balance? How do you overcome discriminatory work experiences at design firms who don’t value you? When do you know when it’s the right time to stop working as an employee and create your own business? We chat about this and more, with Abigail Marcelo Horace of Casa Marcelo.In this episode, we talk about:<ul><li>Seeking a more inclusive and less redundant, interior design environment</li><li>Growing up in an artistic family and deciding to pursue interior design</li><li>Meeting others who resonate with the discriminatory work experiences she had</li><li>Changes that need to be made in the industry</li><li>The rude, weird, and interesting experiences at past jobs we had before starting our businesses</li><li>Offering a supportive work environment to our employees</li><li>The benefits to owning your own business compared to working for a firm</li></ul> Mentioned: <a href="https://www.casamarcelo.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Casa Marcelo Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/casamarcelo.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Abigail’s Instagram</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

A Conversation with Abigail Horace

In today’s episode, we share our experience at the recent 2023 Kitchen &amp; Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas. We talk about it all, the good, the bad, and the hangry! In this episode, we talk about:The crazy amount of people at the convention centerOur ideas on how KBIS can improve their customer experienceDay 1 versus Day 2 of the showThe things we enjoyed about our time at the showInteresting workstation sinks we sawThe big disconnect between what brands are making and what the market wantsDiscussing whether we would go back to KBIS next yearOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

In today’s episode, we share our experience at the recent 2023 Kitchen &amp; Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas. We talk about it all, the good, the bad, and the hangry! In this episode, we talk about:<ul><li>The crazy amount of people at the convention center</li><li>Our ideas on how KBIS can improve their customer experience</li><li>Day 1 versus Day 2 of the show</li><li>The things we enjoyed about our time at the show</li><li>Interesting workstation sinks we saw</li><li>The big disconnect between what brands are making and what the market wants</li><li>Discussing whether we would go back to KBIS next year</li></ul> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

BONUS: KBIS Recap

In this episode, we discuss how having a Client Welcome Guide will not only offer clarity to your new clients, but it will also elevate your professionalism. Our Client Welcome Guide will help you onboard new clients in a productive and positive way!In this episode, we talk about:Avoiding messy communication with your new clientsHow having redundancies and over-communicating can help avoid confusionOffering a general roadmap of project phases and milestones Giving the client a proper list of who to contact and howWhy this is a great place for rules and reminders about financesHaving a high touch experience with your new clientsMentioned:Client Welcome GuideOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

In this episode, we discuss how having a Client Welcome Guide will not only offer clarity to your new clients, but it will also elevate your professionalism. Our Client Welcome Guide will help you onboard new clients in a productive and positive way!In this episode, we talk about:<ul><li>Avoiding messy communication with your new clients</li><li>How having redundancies and over-communicating can help avoid confusion</li><li>Offering a general roadmap of project phases and milestones </li><li>Giving the client a proper list of who to contact and how</li><li>Why this is a great place for rules and reminders about finances</li><li>Having a high touch experience with your new clients</li></ul> Mentioned: <a href="https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/b/xGP4I" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Client Welcome Guide</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a> <h2>Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a> </h2>

BONUS: Client Welcome Guide

You’ve been told you can grow your business with Instagram and other social media platforms, but it feels like a drag. You spend time and energy on your posts, yet you don’t see results. We feel your pain! Today, we share other strategies you can use to get more eyes on your business!In this episode, we talk about:Feeling frustrated by the lack of engagement on social media Why it’s normal to have a slowdown at the beginning of the yearAlways talking to people about what you do Being specific about the type of work you are looking forGetting out of the shell you are always in Giving away time and energy but not expecting immediate resultsWhy you need to give people multiple clear pathways to contact youHaving a strong understanding of each of your servicesOur newsletter goals and strategiesMentioned:FlodeskOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

You’ve been told you can grow your business with Instagram and other social media platforms, but it feels like a drag. You spend time and energy on your posts, yet you don’t see results. We feel your pain! Today, we share other strategies you can use to get more eyes on your business!In this episode, we talk about:<ul><li>Feeling frustrated by the lack of engagement on social media </li><li>Why it’s normal to have a slowdown at the beginning of the year</li><li>Always talking to people about what you do </li><li>Being specific about the type of work you are looking for</li><li>Getting out of the shell you are always in </li><li>Giving away time and energy but not expecting immediate results</li><li>Why you need to give people multiple clear pathways to contact you</li><li>Having a strong understanding of each of your services</li><li>Our newsletter goals and strategies</li></ul>Mentioned:<a href="https://flodesk.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Flodesk</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a>Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

Acquiring Clients without Instagram

How do you handle problematic contractors? How long are you spending at the client's home during the initial meeting? How comfortable are you being firm and stern with contractors and clients? We chat about this and more, with Linda Hayslett of LH.Designs.In this episode, we talk about:Her past careers in marketing and salesPrevious misconceptions about interior designers Going to school for interior design and getting experience working with different designersWaiting to get the projects she really wantsHow she is able to keep her client meetings under 15 meetingsHer process of deciding what jobs she will takeHoning your instincts as a new designerWhy people should hire a designer before hiring a contractorMentioned:Linda’s IGLH.Designs websiteThis Game Room Has a Hidden Bar and Doubles as a LibraryThis Outdoor Space Featuring Swinging Chairs and AstroTurf is an Entertainer’s DreamOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

How do you handle problematic contractors? How long are you spending at the client's home during the initial meeting? How comfortable are you being firm and stern with contractors and clients? We chat about this and more, with Linda Hayslett of LH.Designs.In this episode, we talk about:<ul><li>Her past careers in marketing and sales</li><li>Previous misconceptions about interior designers </li><li>Going to school for interior design and getting experience working with different designers</li><li>Waiting to get the projects she really wants</li><li>How she is able to keep her client meetings under 15 meetings</li><li>Her process of deciding what jobs she will take</li><li>Honing your instincts as a new designer</li><li>Why people should hire a designer before hiring a contractor</li></ul> Mentioned: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lhdesigned/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Linda’s IG</a> <a href="https://www.lhdesigned.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LH.Designs website</a> <a href="https://www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/house-tours/a36729561/linda-hayslett-game-room-tour/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">This Game Room Has a Hidden Bar and Doubles as a Library</a> <a href="https://www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/house-tours/a37530289/linda-hayslett-lhdesigns-the-party-plaza-outdoor-patio-whole-home-2021/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">This Outdoor Space Featuring Swinging Chairs and AstroTurf is an Entertainer’s Dream</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a> Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

A Conversation with Linda Hayslett

Today we talk about the elephant in the room that becomes huge and awkward, when no one acknowledges it. That elephant’s name is “money.” In this episode,we are sharing ways you can have honest and comfortable conversations with your clients when it’s time to talk about their budget.In this episode, we talk about:Our personal money stories from the pastShowing lack of confidence in money conversationsThe types of budget related, questions you should bring up to clientsWhy price is only a factor in the absence of valueRipping off the bandaid in less personal interactionsHaving your own minimum standards for your businessHow to react when payments are late or when they bounceMentioned:Hiring &amp; Recruiting GuideOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

Today we talk about the elephant in the room that becomes huge and awkward, when no one acknowledges it. That elephant’s name is “money.” In this episode,we are sharing ways you can have honest and comfortable conversations with your clients when it’s time to talk about their budget.In this episode, we talk about:<ul><li>Our personal money stories from the past</li><li>Showing lack of confidence in money conversations</li><li>The types of budget related, questions you should bring up to clients</li><li>Why price is only a factor in the absence of value</li><li>Ripping off the bandaid in less personal interactions</li><li>Having your own minimum standards for your business</li><li>How to react when payments are late or when they bounce</li></ul> Mentioned: <a href="https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/b/DvOk5" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hiring &amp; Recruiting Guide</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a> Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

How to talk to clients about money

In this episode we discuss why having a recruiting process in place will help you get past hiring hurdles. The Hiring &amp; Recruiting Guide will guide you through the whole recruiting process so you can better grow your team and grow your business. In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun talk about:The two main positions that business owners hire for in the industryGetting the right information during interviewsOffering the position to the candidate What you need for new hire onboardingGetting to know your new employeesMentioned:Hiring &amp; Recruiting GuideOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, &amp; Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon 

In this episode we discuss why having a recruiting process in place will help you get past hiring hurdles. The Hiring &amp; Recruiting Guide will guide you through the whole recruiting process so you can better grow your team and grow your business. In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun talk about:<ul><li>The two main positions that business owners hire for in the industry</li><li>Getting the right information during interviews</li><li>Offering the position to the candidate </li><li>What you need for new hire onboarding</li><li>Getting to know your new employees</li></ul> Mentioned: <a href="https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/b/DvOk5" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hiring &amp; Recruiting Guide</a> Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-young-designers-club/id1505427626" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>Like, Comment, &amp; Follow - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hotyoungdesignersclub/reels/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Young Designers Club Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca’s Instagram </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wrenstedinteriors/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaun’s Instagram</a>For more information - <a href="https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the website</a> Become a “Hottie” member - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/hydc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Support us on Patreon</a>

BONUS: Hiring & Recruiting Guide

These two have a good banter. I keep learning something new. Never expected a drop cloth would be so important for a photo shoot. Each week I look forward to the hour with them.

How fun

From the intro to the convo, love this fun twist in the interior designer world. Keep it coming!

So fun and different!

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