Design Biz Survival Guide

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E32 Sarah Strader Sep 10, 2019

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Today we welcome Sarah Strader - of Sarah Strader Textiles. In this episode Sarah shares her journey from interior designer to furniture designer to her current venture in hand blocked textile design. We talk about the pros and cons of having multiple ventures in play at the same time and how she refined her business model without sacrificing adventure and creativity. We also dig in to visibility and how Sarah leveraged years of networking and connections to launch her textile line in true "go big or go home" fashion.

E31 Erica Bryen Aug 26, 2019

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Today we welcome Erica Bryen - Principal Designer and Owner of Erica Bryen Design. In this episode Erica shares her passion for interior design and her long time role as buyer for one of Orange County's premiere "to the trade" showrooms. We also talk about the reality of client relations, how she leverages her association with a showroom to streamline her design business, and her "real world" advice to design professionals about knowing your value and standing your ground.

E30 Erinn Valencich Aug 13, 2019

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Today we welcome Erinn Valencich of Erinn V Design Group to the podcast and we discuss her many endeavors in the interior design industry from launching her own interior design firm to developing and designing her stunning made to order furniture line for the trade. Erinn openly shares her passion for the business of design, her very real observation of the industry, and her game changing solution for the business of the design that has the design community at the edge of our seats!

E29 Brooke Wagner Jul 30, 2019

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Today we welcome Brooke Wagner of Brooke Wagner Design - a full service design firm based out of Corona Del Mar, California. Brooke literally started her design firm from her dining room table fifteen years ago and has expanded to what is now a team of nine specializing in new construction collaborations with Orange County's top builders and architects. Brooke truly understands the value of community and in this episode we discuss how she leveraged years of experience, contacts and relationships to solidify her brand and her intention as a design professional. We chat about the reality of business and personal life balance, what really happens behind the lens of Instagram, and why you need to be fast on your feet to make it in this industry.

E28 Kylie Van Meter Jul 15, 2019

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Today we welcome Kylie Van Meter of Kylie Interiors - a full service design firm based out of Ventura County, California. Kylie is a recent design school graduate with a degree in Interior Design and Business Accounting. In this episode we talk about the reality of design school, the value of "on the job" work experience, and Kylie's path to launching her very own interior design business just a few months ago. I can't believe it has taken me this long to feature an emerging design professional fresh out of design school. Kylie caught my attention on Instagram when she posted a meaningful account of her design school journey and her excitement to finally graduate. I know many of you are in design school right now and are eagerly anticipating your design career. The opportunities are endless and can sometimes be overwhelming. I truly believe that this conversation about life and the business of design could be just the inspiration you need to aim high and succeed beyond your wildest dreams.

E27 Britany Simon Jul 02, 2019

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Today we welcome Britany Simon of Britany Simon Design House based in Scottsdale, Arizona. You may recognize Britany from her recent appearance on Bravo Network's newest design show "Best Rooms Wins". She's also appeared on HGTV Design Star, The Travel Channel, and FYI Network - all while manning the helm of her award winning design firm. In this episode we focus on designing for TV and what it really takes to design a space under the pressure of time, finances, logistics, and a camera crew. If you're considering adding "TV Host and Personality" to your professional bio, this episode is for you!

E26 One Year Anniversary Show Jun 17, 2019

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In this special anniversary episode Raili Clasen from episode 7 returns for a PODCAST TAKEOVER! With Raili behind the controls and ME in the hot seat, we discuss the making of the podcast and how it has contributed to the design community. We uncover the mystery behind my day job, blow the cover off my weekend disguise, expose my introvert tendencies, and a few other things you may not know about me.

E25 Special Encore Presentation with Alexa Hampton from ARRIVE hosted by Laguna Design Center May 31, 2019

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Today we have a special encore presentation of our conversation with Alexa Hampton as part of the newly developed "non-market" concept ARRIVE hosted by Laguna Design Center in Laguna Niguel, CA. They day's events revolved around business and personal development for design professionals and what better way to kick off the day than with a fun and relatable conversation with Alexa Hampton. In this episode we discuss our role in the design community, A-ha moments, and the road to partnerships. Before we get started I want to thank Laguna Design Center, Luxe Magazine, and KRAVET for making Design Biz Survival Guide a part of this very special day. Together with all of the related sponsors, showrooms, and contributors - this newly developed approach to engage the design community was an overwhelming success and we look forward to being a part of it for years to come.

E24 Nancy Russert May 13, 2019

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Today we welcome Nancy Russert of Les Beaux Design and TWIST Custom Workroom. In today's episode we talk about how Nancy's passion, persistence, and instinct created a perfect recipe for her thriving design business and custom workroom. She went from intern to business owner practically over night and a few years later when the opportunity to expand her design business into custom fabrication presented itself she rallied her community and went for it. Nancy's journey is invigorating and inspiring. If you're on the fence right now about a pivot in your business model… this episode is for you!

E23 Christina Fluegge Apr 29, 2019

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In this episode we catch up with one of my all time favorite design bloggers Christina Fluegge of Greige Design. We talk about how her blog helped launch her brand which now extends across multiple platforms including interior design, textile design, and e-commerce. We also discuss the state of blogging today verses ten years ago and whether blogging is still relevant in the age of Instagram and influencers.

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