I'm Michelle Binette, owner and head decorator at Michelle Binette Design and I'm giving it to you real. I'm digging deep on topics like mindset, processes, pricing and everything that comes with running your interior business. I'm here to level up, and take you with me.
098 - Real Talk with Marcy Mussari of Marcy Mussari Interiors
Connect with Marcy Mussari
https://www.marcymussari.com/
http://instagram.com/marcymussari
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Designers on Social Summit: https://www.designersonsocialsummit.com/
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
12/23/2020 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 56 seconds
097 - Real Talk with Jen MacEwan + Melissa Heaman of Linen & Lore
Connect with Linen & Lore
https://www.linenandlorehome.com/
https://www.instagram.com/linenandlorehome/
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Designers on Social Summit: https://www.designersonsocialsummit.com/
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
12/16/2020 • 58 minutes, 50 seconds
096: Real Talk with Crystal Collinson of the Productive Designer Podcast
Connect with Crystal
http://www.theproductivedesigner.com
https://www.instagram.com/theproductivedesignerpodcast/
https://collinsoninteriors.com/
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Designers on Social Summit: https://www.designersonsocialsummit.com/
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
12/9/2020 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 52 seconds
095: Real Talk with Stylist CJ Sandgren
Connect with CJ
http://www.cjisrad.com/
https://www.instagram.com/cjisrad/
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Designers on Social Summit: https://www.designersonsocialsummit.com/
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
12/4/2020 • 1 hour, 44 minutes, 35 seconds
095: Real Talk with Bobby Tsui of Designers on Social Summit
Connect with Bobby Tsui
https://www.bobbytsui.com
https://www.designersonsocialsummit.com/
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Designers on Social Summit: https://www.designersonsocialsummit.com/
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
11/25/2020 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 9 seconds
094: Real Talk with Jay Clause
Connect with Jay Clause
https://jayclouse.com/
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
11/5/2020 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 57 seconds
093: Becky Leu shares her business model
Connect with Becky Leu
https://www.leuinteriors.com/
https://www.instagram.com/leuinteriors/
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
10/22/2020 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 26 seconds
092: A candid chat with Erica Sharp
Connect with Erica Sharp
https://www.instagram.com/anthology.interiordesign.blog
https://www.instagram.com/esharpjr
https://ericaesharp.wixsite.com/anthology
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
10/7/2020 • 1 hour, 50 minutes, 50 seconds
091: Brenda Danso + Iman Stewart discuss the power of collaborating
Connect with Brenda Danso
https://www.brendadanso.com/
Connect with Iman Stewart
https://imanstewart.com/
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
9/30/2020 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 30 seconds
090: A chat with Micheal Lambie of Micheal Lambie Interiors
Connect with Micheal Lambie
https://www.micheallambieinteriors.ca
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
9/23/2020 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 27 seconds
089: Live coaching session with life strategist Monica Reyes
Connect with Monica Reyes:
http://www.monicaereyes.com
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
9/16/2020 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 41 seconds
My experience with the Biographical Design Collective's 3-day immersion course
Hear how the biographical design collective's 3-day immersion helped me identify my differentiator and what it can do for you!
Learn more here: https://www.biographicaldesign.com/designclass
Schedule a call with Katie: https://calendly.com/katie-biographical-design/40min
9/13/2020 • 4 minutes, 33 seconds
088: Talking with Iman Stewart of Iman Stewart Interiors
Connect with Iman Stewart:
http://imanstewart.com
https://www.instagram.com/imanstewartinc
http://namiinteriors.blogspot.com
Relationship Series: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZG1yCrINFAslyoajDqMSuw
Referenced in this episode:
https://www.instagram.com/blackcanadianinteriordesigners
https://pabacosmetics.com
https://www.exploretidc.com
http://800sqft.com
https://www.micheallambieinteriors.ca
https://www.brendadanso.com
https://lesbrown.com
https://www.jimrohn.com
http://www.buywithbjorn.com
http://www.pizzeriaorodinapoli.ca
https://www.instagram.com/claudiusengland
Sponsored by:
Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
7/29/2020 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 6 seconds
087: A Chat with Saysha Thind of ID8 Design Studio
Connect with Sashya Thind:
https://www.id8designstudio.com
https://www.instagram.com/id8designstudio/
Learn about the Biographical Design Program: https://www.biographicaldesign.com
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
085: Talking to my new hero Katie Gutierrez from Biographical Design
https://www.biographicaldesign.com/download
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
5/27/2020 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 11 seconds
084: All things content with Hailey Dale of Your Content Empire
Connect with Hailey Dale:
https://www.yourcontentempire.com/
http://yourcontentrebellion.com/special
https://www.instagram.com/yourcontentempire/
Referenced in this episode:
https://www.errezdesign.com/errezteam
https://www.biographicaldesign.com/
https://www.instagram.com/melissacrossinteriors/
Sponsor: Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
5/20/2020 • 59 minutes, 59 seconds
083: Nik Parekh shares how we can create more impactful experiences create more impactful products and experiences to improve the lives of our customers
Connect with Nik Parekh:
https://www.nikparekh.com/
Referenced in this episode:
http://www.enotecamaria.com/wp/
https://www.instagram.com/urbantheoryinteriordesign/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2010693072354208/
https://www.errezdesign.com/errezteam
https://www.biographicaldesign.com/
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
5/13/2020 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 48 seconds
082: Covid Convos with Nan of Groovy Home, we chat about finding the right client, focusing on what you love and brainstorm e-Design ideas on the spot!
Connect with Nan of Groovy Home:
https://mygroovyhome.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nan.groovyhome/
Referenced in this episode:
https://marketingforhippies.com/
https://designfiles.co/
Johnfitz.com
https://mikemoll.to/
https://orangetreeinteriors.com/
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
5/6/2020 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 26 seconds
081: Covid Convos with Val of Orangetree Interiors, we talk about how she's been feeling and some insights into making e-design work for your business!
Connect with Val of Orangetree Interiors:
https://orangetreeinteriors.com/
https://www.instagram.com/orangetree_interiors_/
http://valmalnar.com/
Referenced in this episode:
http://www.hinakhan.ca/
https://msrachelhollis.com/
http://www.sandrachuma.com/
https://designfiles.co/
https://www.sketchup.com/
https://www.brighter3d.com/
https://www.sketchupforinteriordesigners.com/
https://edesigntribe.com/
https://studioplumb.com/
https://womanonfiresummit.com/
Sponsored by:
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
Schedule your Covid Convo here! https://michellebinette.com/covidconvos/
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
4/29/2020 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 26 seconds
080: Self-taught designer Michelle Berwick Design shares her back-story, her experiences with contractors and we dig deep on pricing and processes
Connect with Michelle Berwick Design:
https://www.michelleberwickdesign.com/
https://www.instagram.com/michelleberwickdesign_/
Referenced in this episode:
https://businessofdesign.com
https://www.instagram.com/hartley_built/
https://www.instagram.com/cumminsdesign/
https://www.instagram.com/adriennecoldwell/
https://www.instagram.com/nextleveldesigning/
Sponsored by:
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
Schedule your Covid Convo here! https://michellebinette.com/covidconvos/
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
4/22/2020 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 31 seconds
079: Tiffany Leigh Design shares how Covid-19 has affected her business, her backstory and tons of great information about processes
Connect with Tiffany Leigh Design:
https://www.tiffanyleighdesign.com
https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyleighdesign
https://www.instagram.com/amabelbeachhouse
Referenced in this episode:
https://cafeaulaitstudio.com
http://www.sarahrichardsondesign.com
https://theidentite.co/a-genius-way-to-organize-client-project-samples
https://www.idco.studio
https://www.rebeccahaydesigns.com
https://www.designdocs.com
https://businessofdesign.com
Sponsored by:
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
Schedule your Covid Convo here! https://michellebinette.com/covidconvos/
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
4/15/2020 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 27 seconds
078: Stacey Brown Randall shares 5 steps to getting referrals without asking, with a side of my thoughts and feelings (and facts) on Coronavirus
Connect with Stacey Brown Randall:
https://www.staceybrownrandall.com/
https://www.facebook.com/StaceyBrownRandall/
https://www.staceybrownrandall.com/quiz/
Stay Calm, Refer On Download: https://www.staceybrownrandall.com/52/
Referenced in this episode:
https://www.andreamcqueendesign.com/
https://www.instagram.com/christinedovey/
https://www.instagram.com/orangetree_interiors_/
Pod Save America: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pod-save-america/id1192761536
Coronavirus Fact Versus Fiction https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/coronavirus-fact-vs-fiction/id1501029683
Sponsored by:
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
3/25/2020 • 1 hour, 44 minutes, 43 seconds
077: Ashley & Laura of The Design Co do a dive deep into their backstory, early strategies and processes!
Connect with The Design Co :
https://www.thedesignco.ca/
https://www.instagram.com/thedesignco/
Referenced in this episode:
http://www.onthewallframing.ca/
https://www.instagram.com/yourprettyplace/
Sponsored by:
Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
The Collective Workspace: https://www.thecollectiveto.com/
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
3/15/2020 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 14 seconds
076: Michelle Lynne of Designed for the Creative Mind dives deep into her processes and pricing model
Connect with Michelle Lynne :
https://mlinteriorsgroup.com/
https://www.designedforthecreativemind.com/realtalkdesign
Referenced in this episode:
https://www.studiodesigner.com/
Sponsored by Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
Email Real Talk Rants to: [email protected]
3/4/2020 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 7 seconds
075: Daniella Hoffer shares how she changed careers and her early successes after only one year in business!
Connect with Daniella Hoffer:
http://www.daniellahofferinteriors.com/
https://www.instagram.com/daniellahofferinteriors/
Referenced in this episode:
https://designfiles.co/
https://canvas.io/
https://www.magicplan.app/en/
https://www.morpholioapps.com/
Sponsored by Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
Email Real Talk Rants to: [email protected]
2/26/2020 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 36 seconds
074: Ramona Albert shares her story and her unique, holistic approach to design
Connect with Ramona Albert:
https://www.ramonaalbert.com/
https://www.instagram.com/ramonaalbert/
TWA Terminal Hotels: https://www.ramonaalbert.com/projects/twa-terminal
5 Manhattan West: https://www.ramonaalbert.com/projects/5-manhattan-west
Lincoln Square Synagogue: https://www.ramonaalbert.com/projects/lincoln-square-synagogue
Louis Vuitton: https://www.ramonaalbert.com/projects/louis-vuitton-ion
Sponsored by Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
Email Real Talk Rants to: [email protected]
2/19/2020 • 53 minutes, 38 seconds
073: An in depth conversation about mindset with Kim Kuhteubl of Me By Design
Connect with Kim Kuhteubl:
https://www.mebydesign.com
Tiny Tribe. Big Influence. (March 12, 2020 event): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tiny-tribe-big-influence-tickets-5891937945
Mastermind program: https://www.mebydesign.com/mbd-mastermind
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1976502659316502
Sponsored by Ultra Luxe Linens: https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
Email Real Talk Rants to: [email protected]
2/12/2020 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 13 seconds
072: Sashya Thind of ID8 Design Studio is back with some new thoughts on pricing
Connect with ID8 Design Studio
https://www.id8designstudio.com/
https://www.instagram.com/id8designstudio/
Facebook Group - The Design Business: https://www.facebook.com/groups/526762831497187/
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
Email Real Talk Rants to: [email protected]
2/5/2020 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 22 seconds
071: Ashley Scott of Scout Modern is back and sharing her client process!
Connect with Scout Modern
https://scoutmodern.co
https://www.instagram.com/scout.modern
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
Email Real Talk Rants to: [email protected]
1/22/2020 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 20 seconds
070: Business Coach Lianne Kim shares the biggest money mistakes we're making and quick ways to fix them
Connect with Lianne Kim:
https://www.liannekim.com/
https://www.liannekim.com/profit
Money Beliefs Holding You Back https://www.liannekim.com/blog/3
Is it Time to Build a Team? https://www.liannekim.com/blog/20
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com & https://www.vintageprintgallery.com
Referenced in this episode:
https://www.mintdecor.ca/
https://julietaylorinteriors.com/
Book: Traction by Gino Wickman https://www.amazon.ca/Traction-Get-Grip-Your-Business/dp/1936661837
Book: Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller https://buildingastorybrand.com/
Podcast: The Life Coach School https://thelifecoachschool.com/podcasts/
Podcast: How to Lead https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/how-to-lead-for-female-entrepreneurs
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
Email Real Talk Rants to: [email protected]
1/15/2020 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 47 seconds
069: Rebecca Plumb is back to share insights of her journey and remind us how important it is to be in tune with ourselves
Connect with Rebecca Plumb:
https://studioplumb.com
https://www.instagram.com/studioplumb
https://studioplumb.com/self-care-plan/
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com & https://www.vintageprintgallery.com
Referenced in this episode:
http://ivy.co
https://trello.com
https://www.dubsado.com
https://zapier.com
https://www.activecampaign.com
https://www.instagram.com/sgardnerstyle
https://www.veronicasolomon.com
https://www.winwithoutpitching.com/about
https://juniperprintshop.com
https://tobemagnetic.com
Connect with Real Talk Design:
https://michellebinette.com/realtalk (real short tips and inspiration in your inbox)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design
https://michellebinette.com
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design
Email Real Talk Rants to: [email protected]
1/8/2020 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 54 seconds
068: 2019 Highlights from the Real Talk Design Facebook Group
Sponsored by:
Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Vintage Print Gallery https://www.vintageprintgallery.com/
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12/29/2019 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 5 seconds
067: Digging into Carly and Rocco's partnership at Carriage Lane and their launch of The Collective Workspace
Connect with Carly and Rocco:
http://www.carriagelanedesigns.com
https://www.thecollectiveto.com
Maia of Black Sheep: https://blacksheepinteriordesign.com/
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com
Referenced in this episode:
https://www.jennair.com/
https://www.caplans.ca/
https://www.caesarstone.ca/
https://studioplumb.com/
https://tobemagnetic.com/
Real Talk Rant By Me!
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12/18/2019 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 15 seconds
066: Chatting with Rebecca Axler of RTG Designs about where she started and all things business
Connect with RTG Designs:
http://www.rtgdesigns.com/
https://www.instagram.com/rtgdesigns/
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com/
Real Talk Rant By: https://adridahlmaninteriors.com/
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12/11/2019 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 6 seconds
065: Chatting with Vanessa Francis about the One Room Challenge and how she got her start!
Connect with Vanessa Francis:
http://www.vanessafrancis.com/
https://www.instagram.com/decorhappy/
Referenced in this episode:
https://www.whittingtonco.ca/
https://www.oneroomchallenge.com/
https://www.stephanibuchmanphotography.com/
https://www.michellegage.co/
https://nativetrailshome.com/
https://www.jffabrics.com/
https://www.robbincaskenetteinteriors.com/
http://jaclynharperdesigns.com/
Sponsored by:
Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com/
Real Talk Rant By Me!
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12/3/2019 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 41 seconds
064: Blaire Enns author of Pricing Creativity shares the rules of value based pricing
Connect with Blair Enns:
https://www.winwithoutpitching.com
https://www.winwithoutpitching.com/pricing-creativity/
https://2bobs.com/
Referenced in this episode:
Ditching Hourly Podcast (Jonathan Stark) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ditching-hourly/id1165456720
https://curioelectro.com/
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com/
Real Talk Rant By: http://jaclynharperdesigns.com/
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https://michellebinette.com/
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11/27/2019 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 51 seconds
063: Natalie Chong of Nest Design Studio shares her story of starting a business at 22, her time on Canada's Next Designer and everything in between
Connect with Natalie Chong:
https://www.nestdesignstudio.ca/
https://www.instagram.com/lovenataliechong/
Referenced in this episode:
https://www.instagram.com/onthewallframing/
https://www.thecollectiveto.com/
https://www.instagram.com/victoriatonellidesigns
https://www.instagram.com/onthewallframing/
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com/
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign/
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https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design/
https://michellebinette.com/
https://www.facebook.com/michellebinette.design/
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11/20/2019 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 54 seconds
062: Sashya Thind of ID8 Design Studio gets REAL deep on all things pricing
Connect with Sashya Thind:
https://www.id8designstudio.com/
https://www.instagram.com/id8designstudio/
Referenced in this episode:
Ditching Hourly Podcast (Jonathan Startk) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ditching-hourly/id1165456720
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com/
Connect with Real Talk Design:
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https://michellebinette.com/
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11/14/2019 • 23 minutes, 2 seconds
062b: Sashya Thind of ID8 Design Studio gets REAL deep on all things pricing
Connect with Sashya Thind:
https://www.id8designstudio.com/
https://www.instagram.com/id8designstudio/
Referenced in this episode:
Ditching Hourly Podcast (Jonathan Stark) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ditching-hourly/id1165456720
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com/
Connect with Real Talk Design:
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/realtalkdesign/
https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast/
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design/
https://michellebinette.com/
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11/13/2019 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 21 seconds
061: Interiors photographer, Lauren Miller shares her best tips for getting the best result from your photoshoots
Connect with Lauren Miller Photography:
http://lauren-miller.com/
https://www.instagram.com/lomillerphoto/
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com/
Referenced in this episode:
https://www.instagram.com/rebeccahaydesign
https://www.instagram.com/rtgdesigns
https://www.instagram.com/lovenataliechong
https://www.instagram.com/juli_at_mjolk
https://www.instagram.com/john_at_mjolk
https://www.instagram.com/morganlindsaydesign
https://www.instagram.com/ashleymontgomerydesign
https://www.instagram.com/meglcassidy
https://www.instagram.com/chanlonprops
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https://michellebinette.com/
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11/6/2019 • 58 minutes, 4 seconds
060: Brittanie Elms from My Design Assistant shares productivity hacks and tells us how she helps designers!
Connect with My Design Assistant:
https://www.mydesignassistant.com
https://www.instagram.com/mydesignassistantbusiness/
Sponsored by: Ultra Luxe Linens https://www.ultraluxelinens.com/
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https://michellebinette.com/
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10/30/2019 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 25 seconds
059: Jacob Medina is back and he's holding nothing back!
Connect with Jacob Medina:
https://medinadesignsinc.com/
https://www.instagram.com/jacobmedinadesigns/
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10/23/2019 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 17 seconds
058: Tara Gavin of On the Wall Framing shares her best secrets for curating art for your clients
Connect with On the Wall Framing:
https://www.instagram.com/onthewallframing
Referenced in this episode:
https://www.saatchiart.com
https://www.artfullywalls.com
https://desenio.com
https://bau-xi.com
https://society6.com
https://www.yellowkorner.com/ca-en/home
https://naturalcuriosities.com
https://www.artinteriors.ca/
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https://www.instagram.com/realtalkdesign.podcast/
https://www.instagram.com/michellebinette.design/
https://michellebinette.com/
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10/16/2019 • 1 hour, 14 seconds
057: Ashley Scott of Scout Modern tells us all about how she built her business
Connect with Scout Modern:
https://scoutmodern.co/
https://www.instagram.com/scout.modern/
Referenced in this episode:
The Identite Collective https://theidentite.co/blog/
Maddy: https://www.instagram.com/madisonandsuch/
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https://michellebinette.com/
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10/9/2019 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 39 seconds
056: BONUS EPISODE! How I became an expert on a national TV show (Marilyn Denis)!
Watch the segment here! https://www.marilyn.ca/Home/Decor/October2019/Three-ways-to-decorate-your-home-like-a-pro
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10/4/2019 • 47 minutes, 34 seconds
055: Nicole Bernstein of White Terry shares how and why she started this Canadian, organic bedding company, inspired by interior designers
Connect with White Terry:
https://whiteterry.com
https://www.instagram.com/whiteterryhome/
Other designers referenced:
https://www.instagram.com/lovenataliechong/
https://www.instagram.com/puredesigninc/
https://www.instagram.com/jillian.harris/
https://www.instagram.com/jessicamulroney/
https://www.instagram.com/alibuddinteriors/
https://www.instagram.com/thisrenegadelove/
https://www.instagram.com/raquelbuchbinder/
https://www.instagram.com/scaw100/
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https://michellebinette.com/
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10/2/2019 • 59 minutes, 25 seconds
054: Jennifer Singh of She’s Newsworthy shares her best tips for pitching TV
Connect with Jennifer Singh:
https://www.shesnewsworthy.com/
https://www.instagram.com/shesnewsworthy/
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https://michellebinette.com/
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9/25/2019 • 46 minutes, 13 seconds
053: Nikole Starr shares the successes from starting her business only three short years ago, outsourcing 3D renderings and some new things she's considering to grow her business
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Website
Instagram
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9/18/2019 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 31 seconds
052: Tammy Cody from Sketchup for Interior Designers is giving us the inside scoop on this robust program
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Website
Instagram
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9/11/2019 • 53 minutes, 40 seconds
051: LIVE at PI Fine Art
Connect:
Rebecca Hay Design: Website | Instagram
Carriage Lane: Website | Instagram | The Collective Workspace
Two Birds Design: : Website | Instagram
PI Fine Art: Website | Instagram
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9/4/2019 • 1 hour, 56 minutes, 52 seconds
050: Kimberley Seldon joins me and she's talking about allllll the things
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Website
Instagram
Business of Design
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8/28/2019 • 55 minutes, 46 seconds
049: Jaclyn Harper of Jaclyn Harper Designs shares her journey from TV personality to interior designer, and the impact working for another designer has had on so many facets of her business
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Website
Instagram
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8/21/2019 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 50 seconds
048: Jodie Owen of Jodie Owen Design shares four steps for manifesting our dreams into reality
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Website
Instagram
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8/14/2019 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 51 seconds
047: Veronica Solomon shares how she overcame early struggles, the importance of staying connected to past clients, and much more!
Connect with Veronica Solomon
Casa Vilora Interiors
Veronica Solomon University
Instagram
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8/7/2019 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 52 seconds
046: Lindsey Borchard of Lindsey Brooke Design is back and giving us all the goods!
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Website
Instagram
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7/31/2019 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 42 seconds
045: Anastasia from the The Identité Collective gives us her best Instagram tips!
Connect with The Identité Collective
No-Fail Instagram Editorial for Interior Designers
https://theidentite.co/
https://www.instagram.com/theidentitecollective/
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7/24/2019 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 15 seconds
044: Myra Scott shares how she transitioned from nurse to crazy talented textile designer
Connect with Myra Scott
https://www.janemeetsrubytextiles.com/
https://www.instagram.com/janemeetsruby/
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7/17/2019 • 41 minutes, 33 seconds
043: Allison Zellmann of Kasher Studio and I have an in-depth conversation about collaborating with New Build companies
Connect with Allison Zellmann
https://www.kashermgmt.com/
https://www.instagram.com/kasherstudio/
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7/10/2019 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 26 seconds
042: A deep dive with Susan Wintersteen of Savvy Interiors
Connect with Susam Wintersteen
https://www.savvyinteriors.com/
https://www.instagram.com/insidebysavvy/
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7/3/2019 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 41 seconds
041: Real Talk Mental Health - Figuring out whether I have ADHD
Referenced in the Podcast:
23 Signs You Do Not Have ADHD
I Have ADHD
ADHD Rewired
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Real Talk Design FB Group
Instagram
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6/26/2019 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 42 seconds
040: Discovery Call Role Playing Part 3 with Colleen Primm of Colleen Prim Design
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Instagram
Website
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038: Discovery Call Role Playing Part 1 with Kristy Mastrandonas of Kristy Mastrandonas Interior Design & Styling
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Instagram
Website
Facebook
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6/5/2019 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 50 seconds
037: Real Talk Business - Chatting with the ladies of 'The Atelier Collective' about how they built their business and their upcoming event with Keynote Jillian Harris
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Instagram
Website
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5/30/2019 • 58 minutes, 55 seconds
036: Andrea McQueen shares her best tips on consultations, styling day and her biggest mistakes and what she learned from them.
Connect with Andrea McQueen
www.andreamcqueendesign.com
www.instagram.com/andreamcqueendesign
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5/22/2019 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 19 seconds
035: Real Talk Takeover - Ettie and Co interviews me about all things interior design business
Connect with Ettie:
Website: https://ettieandco.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ettieandco/
Facebook Groups Discussed:
What they don’t teach you in interior design school
Interior design business strategies
Designer ER Therapy
Visibility with Rachel
Creative Human - Mentorship + Business Insight for Design Professionals
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5/15/2019 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 54 seconds
034: Crispin Butterfield is back to tell us about the Creative Human Series, reminding us how powerful it is to just start
Connect with Crispin:
Website: www.urbantheoryinteriordesign.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urbantheoryinteriordesign/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/urbantheoryinteriordesign/
Facebook Group: Creative Human - Mentorship + Business Insight for Design Professionals
Instagram: Creative Human - Mentorship + Business Insight for Design Professionals
Facebook: Creative Human Mentorship Series
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/creativehuman.mentorshipseries/
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5/8/2019 • 59 minutes, 8 seconds
Real Talk Design; new name, same podcast
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5/1/2019 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
033: Lisa Backus of Design Bar Detroit tells us how she got into design, what she learned from working in various firms and some insight into her process.
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Website
Instagram
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5/1/2019 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 59 seconds
032: Lindsey Borchard of Lindsey Brooke Design shares her tips on Instagram, styling, pricing and all the things!
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4/24/2019 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 21 seconds
031: Gray Oak Studio shares their in depth process for styling their clients homes and much more!
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4/17/2019 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 46 seconds
030: A deep conversation with Rebecca Plumb of Studio Plumb
Don't be afraid but the length of this podcast, I think this one will really inspire you to get to know yourself, ensure you're doing the right things to create a live you love, we get down and deep, but we also talk about processes so there's a little of everything in this amazing episode.
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4/10/2019 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 10 seconds
029: Chatting with Alicia Sass of Harrison Fae Design tells us about how she started her business, her process, and building the kind of business she's always wanted.
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4/3/2019 • 59 minutes, 41 seconds
028: Toronto-Based designer Rebecca Hay shares her tips on pricing, hiring and everything in between.
We're going local!!! I couldn't be more excited to share this interview with Rebecca Hay. She's so easy to talk to, came fully prepared and most importantly also loves caesars.
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3/27/2019 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 50 seconds
027: Homie Chat with Laura Gushue about all things process, pricing and how I got my first clients.
It's been a while since we've had a Homie Chat, today seems like a great day for one. Laura asks me some of her burning questions about how I transitioned from e-design (design only) to full service projects and everything in between!
3/20/2019 • 55 minutes, 8 seconds
026: A deep dive conversation Kayti Huffman of Studio Rioux about anxiety and its impact on starting and running a business.
I've been pretty open about my struggle with anxiety, and I'll continue to be open about it because it's important to me that people know they aren't alone. When I scheduled my call with Kayti, we didn't necessarily know what we'd chat about, but this call genuinely felt like a conversation with a long time friend. She shares her struggles with anxiety including some ways she's dealt with it, spoiler though, one includes eliminating wine. *GASP*!
3/13/2019 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 45 seconds
025: Michelle talks to Tracy of Tracy Kinnally Art Advisory about how she helps her clients find art that fits their collecting goals in a meaningful way.
This is a very different podcast today, I'm talking to Tracy Kinnally about all things high end art, she shares valuable concepts that designers can apply to their business to help find the right pieces for our clients. She also shares how she can work with designers to help them find the right collections for their clients.
3/6/2019 • 56 minutes, 20 seconds
024: My new design BFF Jacob Medina shares valuable insights he’s learned since starting his business
This chat was so fun, it like Jacob and I have been long time friends. He shares how he got into the business, somewhat by accident (or fate, I suppose!) and some great tips he’s learned so far.
2/27/2019 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 31 seconds
023: I'm sharing what I learned in 2018 and my goals for 2019
2018 surpassed my wildest expectations, I'm sharing some stats, numbers and alllll the valuable learnings throughout the year. Here's to making 2019 even better!
2/20/2019 • 59 minutes, 31 seconds
022: Michaela Burns of Mint Décor shares her key learning's from her first three years of business i
I'm super pumped to share this episode with my first local (aka Toronto-Based) designer. I had such a great time picking Michaela's brain and hearing other methods for weeding out red flag clients, scheduling projects and so much more!
2/13/2019 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 43 seconds
021: I'm talking to Karen Spencer about the fascinating topic of Neurolinguistics
Sometimes you meet someone that you just feel a connection with, and Karen was definitely one of these people. When I asked her what she does for a living and she told me, I was fascinated and wanted to learn more. Here's a deep dive on what it means to be a Neurolinguistic Practitioner and how she works with clients.
2/7/2019 • 1 hour, 21 seconds
020: Darla Powell shares how she used her marketing skills to go from Detective Sergeant to Designer
If you don't know Darla Powell than you are clearly living under a rock. Not only has she built a successful business and made a name for herself in a very short period of time, but now she's helping other designers do the same thing with her marketing business; Wingnut Social.
1/30/2019 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 36 seconds
019: Ashley Uhl explains how a killer client experience can increase profitability and efficiency
The universe always seems to have my back, it brings people into my life at just the right times. I'm heavily focused on client experience and hiring right now. So, of course, the universe decided it was time to introduce me to someone who could help with those two topics!
www.ashleyuhlconsulting.com Use promo code: businesshomies to save $50 off!
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11/14/2018 • 58 minutes, 4 seconds
018: Homie Q&A, I answer a whack of questions from my Facebook group
This episode covers some of my early struggles, how many leads I've had this year and soooo much more. Thanks to everyone who contributed to the questions.
10/19/2018 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 3 seconds
017: Carla Aston shares why transparency on your website is so important and how she vets clients
Carla Aston is a freaken' rock star! I have used her website as a point of inspiration for a while now, and chatting with her has surpassed my wildest expectations! This is a must listen!
10/10/2018 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 20 seconds
016: Olivia Benson shares her favourite business books, sales strategies and automation tools!
I love when I talk to someone and they completely shock me, well this is definitely one of those conversations. Olivia is in her early 20s and she's got her sh*t together, I think back to my early 20s, and well, I don't remember most of it.
10/5/2018 • 54 minutes, 10 seconds
015: Chats with the Peter Lang, The Designer CPA about what all new designers should consider when starting their business
Great chat with Peter Lang who talks about where we should all start when it comes to accounting, plus some great nuggets when it comes to niching.
9/26/2018 • 54 minutes, 53 seconds
014: Elizabeth Scruggs answers my burning questions about the builder/designer relationship
After getting the largest projects in my career so far (a new build!), I knew I need to pick the brain of a long time professional. Elizabeth answers my questions about the builder/designer relationship and then some! She's since become my biggest cheerleader, and I'm ever grateful to her.
9/19/2018 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 14 seconds
BONUS 001: A candid talk about getting real with yourself, believing and blocking out what doesn't inspire
Every now and then someone posts something in my Facebook group that touches me to my core, often because I relate on many levels. Truth is, I have a lot of work to do on myself, but I've come a long way and I have a lot to say on topics like negative self talk, playing small, and surrounding myself with things that make me FEEL good.
9/15/2018 • 20 minutes, 52 seconds
013: Ana Cole talks about about her first full home project and the powerful story behind it
I'm a big believer in manifestation, your thoughts becoming your reality, and when I hear a story of just that, it gives me chills! I loved talking with Ana about her first full home project and the amazing backstory behind it. In my short time in chatting with Ana, I could tell she was an amazing human, and that this killer project and client was likely the result of some well-deserved karma (and hard work of course)!
9/12/2018 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 54 seconds
012: I'm sharing my top 10 productivity hacks for interior designers
I'm a big time procrastinator, and it's a constant battle to ensure I stay focused and productive each and every day. Today I'm sharing my top 10 favourite productivity hacks that have really helped my get sh*t done.
9/5/2018 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 5 seconds
011: Crispin Butterfield shares her networking tips
I've made it pretty clear that networking is a high priority for me this year, and let's be real, it's scary. Crispin shares some great tips on how to talk yourself up to loose the anxiety behind networking and make the most of the connections you made.
8/29/2018 • 55 minutes, 8 seconds
010: Angelle Burrus asks me her burning questions in this weeks Homie Chats
I sit down with Angelle and answer her burning questions, from what has changed most since I fist started my business to tools I recommend early to what inspires me.
8/22/2018 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 57 seconds
009: Get inspired by Widell + Boschetti and their amazing story of success
I can't even come up with a good name to summarize this killer episode. This episode will inspire you, make you laugh, and make you want to kick some serious business ass. Do yourself a favour and have a listen.
8/15/2018 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 59 seconds
008: How Amanda Evans saved me $10,000 and why managing client expectations is so important
I posted in a Facebook group asking for feedback on an idea I had involving buying a cube van to deal with accessory shopping, and Amanda reply blew my mind. I knew I needed to talk to her to discuss it further. This episode will share how she deals with accessories (spoiler, she's not shlepping!) and some key learnings from her work experience prior to running her own business.
8/8/2018 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 55 seconds
007: Candace Scott tell us how she juggles multiple projects and the importance of sticking to a schedule
Candace Scott of Showcase Mi Casa talks about juggling multiple projects, sticking to a schedule and we share our love of podcasts.
8/1/2018 • 53 minutes, 9 seconds
006: Six ways building my business has changed me (for the better!)
I'm sharing how building my business from nothing, has seriously transformed me. I hope that by sharing how it has, will inspire you to take action to make it happen for yourself. It's worth it, peeps.
7/25/2018 • 34 minutes, 4 seconds
005: Homie Chat with Sally about taking the leap and focusing solely on her business
Many designers aspiring to own their own business are juggling their own clients on top of their regular 9-5. Taking the leap is difficult, and convincing your partner has it's own unique challenges. On this episode we discuss strategies for having the conversation with your partner and the importance of self-care.
7/18/2018 • 42 minutes, 18 seconds
004: Crispin Butterfield helps us with the "It's not you it's me" convo with a client
Today we're talking about when and how to say goodbye to a client. I always hated doing the breaking up when I was in my 20s and I'm certainly not any better with clients! But sometimes you just need to know when it's time to walk away for the good of your business.
7/11/2018 • 57 minutes, 51 seconds
003: Pamela Sandall shares how she uses Wecora to blow her clients (and my) mind
I'm very process driven, so when I see someone doing something that helps make things more efficient I'm all over it. Learn how Pamela Sandall of Pamela Sandall Design shares her out of the box ideas on using Wecora to rock your processes!
7/4/2018 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 4 seconds
002: Veronica Solomon (aka my hero) talks about the importance of the initial call
I'm chatting with Veronica Solomon who has been a HUGE inspiration to me. She's shown me what is possible and has helped me realize I wasn't dreaming big enough. Today we're digging into what to say (and not say) during the initial call with a prospective client. BOOM.
6/27/2018 • 58 minutes, 49 seconds
001: My backstory (including how I became bionic) and goals for this podcast
The very first episode of Business Homies | Interior Design | Decorating | Business!
