Welcome to the House Guest podcast, where C&TH Interiors Editor Carole Annett chats with experts from the world of interior design and decoration, the people behind the houses and hotels you see in glossy magazines like ours. Some of the names will be familiar, and others may be less so, but we’re sure you’ll recognise the hotels and restaurants they’ve designed. And if you’re in the middle of your own building project or re-style, we hope you’ll pick up some tips. Enjoy!
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Welcome to Confessions of an Interior Designer, the weekly podcast that uncovers the hilarious, chaotic, and downright shocking realities behind the luxury interior design industry. I’m your host, Caroline Turner—luxury interior designer and founder of Caroline Turner Interiors in Chicago. With over 10 years in the field, I’ve gathered stories from every corner of the design world, and now, I’m sharing them with you. This isn’t about design trends or technical advice—it’s about the real expe ...
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Join Cheryl Kees Clendenon and Liz Lapan, the dynamic duo behind the visionary and integrator balancing all the moving parts of a full service interior design firm in their no-nonsense and thought-provoking podcast, the Damn Good Designer. Each episode is full of damn good truths and real talk as they share invaluable insights on how to run and build a successful business while challenging the norms, the industry, each other and YOU. Emphasizing a business-savvy approach, Cheryl and Liz take ...
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Every week Adam Scougall breaks down the nuts and bolts of creating a design life that is unique to you. Focused on the those considering a mid-career sea change, the show aims to support you in creating the ideal lifestyle business in design. Forget having to do it the way all of the other design moguls tell you 'it should be done'. You do you.
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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.
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Hey there! Welcome to our cozy corner of the internet, where it’s all about merging tech with texture, pixels with palettes, and algorithms with aesthetics. I’m Jenna Gaidusek, your guide and fellow explorer in this fascinating world where interior design meets cutting-edge AI. Think of this as your go-to spot for demystifying the tech that’s set to revolutionize our industry, from the newest AI-driven design apps to the smartest tech out there. Visit www.aiforinteriordesigners.com for more ...
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Today's House Guest Is Joseph Marini
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With Christmas and Thanksgiving coming up, our thoughts turn to entertaining - and who better than Joseph Marini, whose new book, Mastering The Art Of Entertaining, tells you all you need to know to be a thoughtful and authentic host. We catch up with Joseph ahead of the festive season.
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132: Awkward Money Conversations, It's not the client - it's you!
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Talking about money with clients can be super awkward. But here’s the thing, the real problem might not be the clients, it could be you! In this episode, Shaun and Rebecca discuss their experiences and approaches to navigating these tricky money conversations with clients. They also share their new Interior Design Client Questionnaire tool that mak…
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Ep 35: Are You Sabotaging Yourself?
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Have you ever stopped to think where your time is spent vs your energy output? The truth is we could be sabotaging ourselves and our capacity to work if we are not managing our energy. We all have relentless demands and unexpected challenges we deal with on the daily and we all tend to slip into negative emotions—the fight-or-flight mode—often mult…
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Confessions of an Interior Designer - The Trailer
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Welcome to Confessions of an Interior Designer, the weekly podcast that uncovers the hilarious, chaotic, and downright shocking realities behind the luxury interior design industry. I’m your host, Caroline Turner—luxury interior designer and founder of Caroline Turner Interiors in Chicago. With over 10 years in the field, I’ve gathered stories from…
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EP 30: AI Ethical Use for Interior Design Pros- With a Special AI Guest!
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In this episode of AI for Interior Designers, Jenna Gaidusek discusses the integration of AI tools in the interior design industry, emphasizing the importance of ethical considerations and practical applications. She shares insights on how designers can leverage AI to enhance their creativity, optimize their workflow, and maintain integrity in thei…
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Ep 32: Why the New SearchGPT is a Designer's Secret Weapon
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In this episode, Jenna Gaidusek discusses her experiences at a conference and introduces the new Search GPT tool, emphasizing its transformative impact on information retrieval and content creation for interior designers. She explores the importance of SEO, the benefits of using AI for efficient content production, and compares Search GPT with othe…
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Today's House Guest Is Millie Mackintosh
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This week we're talking house renovation with content creator and Instagram star Millie Mackintosh, who recently renovated a new home for her and her family - during which she collaborated with COAT Paints on colours that symbolised Millie's focus on mindful living.
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If you're looking for a unique decorative artwork - perhaps a life-size leopard lounging above a doorframe, surrounded by jewel coloured birds, butterflies and beetles - then Adam Ellis is your man. We catch up with him to see what he's been up to with his fine art and design practice. Sponsored by Naturalmat.…
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EP 31: AI at High Point Market- Fall Recap
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In this episode, Jenna Gaidusek dives into the whirlwind that was High Point Market’s Fall 2024 gathering, sharing firsthand experiences from two action-packed panels on using AI in design. Jenna and her fellow panelists reveal how designers across the industry are leveraging AI as a creative supercharger, a workflow optimizer, and a research tool—…
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Ep 34: How to Create Your Brand Identity with a Competitive Edge
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This week was a bit of a whirlwind coming home from High Point! We had the pleasure of having Jude Charles as a guest and we got to meet in person while we were attending Market. Jude Charles is a filmmaker and for over 18 years and has been producing documentaries for entrepreneurs. He has produced stories for Google, Steve Harvey, LuAnn Nigara, R…
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131: Jeanne Chung, Transitioning from fashion to interior design insider
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Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Jeanne Chung — an interior designer who used to work in fashion for 20 years before switching to interior design. Jeanne shares her story of how she made this big career change, the challenges she faced, and how she built her business from the ground up. In this episode, they discuss: Jeanne’s background in fashion d…
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'Say Yes & Figure It Out Later': Today's House Guest Is Henry Holland
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After 15 years at the helm of his eponymous fashion label, Henry Holland turned his attention from tailor’s scissors to clay, forging a cult following for his Hackney-based ceramics brand, Henry Holland Studio. Inspired by the Japanese technique of Nerikomi, his signature marbled style has now been translated into a collection of papers and textile…
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Ep 33: How to be a Good Partner to your Vendors
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How good of a partner are you to your vendors? Strong vendor relationships are a secret to success! Many designers do not think about their vendors until there is a problem. This approach does not allow to maximize the partnership. Getting to know your reps, your customer service people, and marketing team can enhance your bottom line and the custo…
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Today's House Guest Is Jacu Strauss
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'Sometimes you have to do things you can't justify on a spreadsheet,' says Jacu Strauss, creative director of Lore Group Hotels. He chats to Carole Annett about his latest project at Pulitzer Amsterdam, his vision for Sea Containers London, and his work at One Hundred Shoreditch. Sponsored by Naturalmat.…
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EP 29: How AI is Helping this Holistic Designer to Free Up More Time in Her Schedule
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In this conversation, Jenna Gaidusek and Rachel Larraine Crawford discuss the integration of AI in the interior design industry, Rachel's journey in design, and the importance of community and mentorship for designers. They explore the creation of the Design Coach Collective, which aims to support new designers in launching their businesses, and de…
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Ep 32: Roadblocks to Closing the Sale
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Cheryl and Liz are exploring five key roadblocks to bringing a new client on board and signing that contract. By showing your expertise to the client earlier than later, you remove many difficulties from the sale itself and you set yourself up for being able to deliver your best work. You cannot rely on the lead to peruse every detail of your websi…
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130: Processes are personal, finding your way in the design industry
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Can you send me your template for that project? What do you put in your client contracts? Can you send me the exact document you use for your project management? It’s tempting to ask for the tools, templates, and processes of successful designers, but you know what? There’s more to being successful than copying someone else’s process or templates. …
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Today's House Guest Is Hannah Bryce, Founder Of Minnow & Wolf
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After moving from London to Hampshire, Hannah Bryce decided to set up a floristry company, Minnow and Wolf, which produces gorgeous flowers grown without pesticides. Carole Annett chats to Hannah about her passion for nature. Sponsored by Naturalmat.
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EP 28: Leveraging AI and Communities to Grow as a Small Business
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In this episode of the AI for Interior Designers podcast, host Jenna Gaidusek speaks with Krystal McNaughton, an expert in plumbing and technology, about the intersection of AI and interior design. They discuss Krystal's journey in the plumbing industry, the importance of leveraging technology for efficiency, and how AI can enhance client interacti…
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How To Live Beautifully: Today's House Guest Is Zoë de Givenchy
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This week, Carole Annett sits down with Zoë de Givenchy, a Melbourne-born homeware entrepreneur, to chat about Zoë's stunning lifestyle brand, Z.d.G. Sponsored by Naturalmat.
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Are your clients receiving and perceiving what you say to them properly? What you say, how you say it, and why you say it is vital to communicate the value and professionalism your firm offers through strategic and consistent positioning. This means understanding and committing to your target audience, being aware of how you position your firm, and…
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Today's House Guest Is Mathieu Lehanneur
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This week, Carole Annett is in Paris meeting renowned French designer Mathieu Lehanneur, who created the torch for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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129: A Conversation with Rona Graf, growing Grace Blu Interior Design incrementally and small
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Grow small and incrementally. It’s not a race. It’s a marathon! Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Rona Graf, the founder of Grace Blu Interior Design. Rona shares her journey from being a teacher to starting her own design firm and discusses the importance of slow and steady growth in building a sustainable business. She explains why businesses shoul…
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EP 27: That Episode Where I Let AI Host the Show
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EP 27: That Episode Where I Let AI Host the Show In this groundbreaking episode of the AI for Interior Designers podcast, host Jenna Gaidusek takes a step back and lets AI steal the spotlight! Powered by Google’s innovative Notebook LM, this episode showcases how artificial intelligence can do more than just assist with design—it can literally host…
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Today's House Guest Is Lucy Williams
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This week, Carole Annett sits down with stylist and digital creator Lucy Williams, whose transformation of her terraced house in West London has been devoured by thousands on Instagram. Sponsored by Naturalmat.
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EP 26: Navigating AI Anxiety in Interior Design
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In this episode, Jenna Gaidusek addresses the anxiety and misconceptions surrounding AI in the interior design industry. She discusses the reality of AI's role in design workflows, debunks myths about AI replacing human designers, and emphasizes the importance of human creativity. Jenna also explores the originality of AI-generated designs, the lea…
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128: Just Stop VII: The Squeakquel, Vendors, Renders & Offenders
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Shaun and Rebecca are back with another installment of the perennial favorite, the Just Stop series, where they call out things in the design world that seriously need to stop. They discussed Just Stops from the coaching industry (coaches who brag about their income without proving their value) to the frustrations with generic and ineffective outre…
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Today's House Guests Are Rugby Player Maro Itoje & Simon Sadinsky Of The King's Foundation
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We kick off a brand new series of House Guest with England rugby player Maro Itoje and Simon Sadinsky of the King’s Foundation, who tell us all about a very special project. They sat down with Carole Annett at Dumfries House, a Georgian stately home bought by a consortium led by King Charles III (then Prince of Wales) in 2007. Sponsored by Naturalm…
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Ep 30: Retail is NOT for sissies! with Christina Van Blake
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If you have known me for a while you may have heard my "Top 12 Truths for Being a Shopkeep" and one of my faves that I stand by is "Retail is not for sissies!" And I know that our special guest, Christina Van Blake of Home Design Dover feels the exact same way. Christina, or as some call her Christi, is the own and prominent designer serving the Ma…
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Ep 25: Is AI Skewing Our Perception of Reality?
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In this episode, host Jenna Gaidusek discusses the topic of fakeness using AI and its implications. She explores the rapid evolution of AI technology, particularly in the realm of video and image generation. Jenna highlights the potential impact of AI-generated videos on our perception of reality, especially for younger generations. She also discus…
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127: A Conversation with Etch Design Group, Stephanie Nelson & Jessica Nelson redefined their partnership
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Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Stephanie Nelson and Jessica Nelson from Etch Design Group, a full-service design studio. Stephanie and Jessica share their journey from colleagues to co-founders and how their unique skills and deep trust have allowed them to build a successful business. They also talk about harnessing the power of AI to streamline …
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EP 24: AI Enabled Smart Home Technology with Joe Calise
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Joe Calise from Sights N' Sounds joins AI for Interior Designers Podcast host, Jenna Gaidusek to discuss the integration of technology into homes, specifically focusing on smart home technology and AI assistance. He explains how his company works with interior designers and homeowners to create a simple, easy-to-use system that integrates all techn…
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Ep 29: How are you staying relevant? with special guest Darla Powell
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Listen up folks--we all have a love-hate relationship with social media right? Yes we do! It is a changing animal, and if you don't keep up with it you may be missing out on amazing leads because you are not staying relevant in our industry. Liz is off handling projects and Cheryl seized the opportunity to speak with a pro podcaster and social medi…
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EP 23: Getting Started with Midjourney for Interior Designers
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*EDIT WITH UPDATE* within an hour of posting this Midjourney episode it was announced that Midjourney.com no longer requires the 100 image threshold in Discord!!! Go right to Midjourney.com now to access it! In this episode, Jenna discusses the process of using Midjourney, an AI generative program, to create interior design images. She shares tips …
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126: Project Timelines, managing your bandwidth, deadlines, and planning capacity
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What are your project management strategies? How do you set expectations with clients and manage your deadlines? Shaun and Rebecca discuss their project management strategies and methods for setting expectations with clients and managing deadlines in the world of interior design. They also dive deep into the challenges of managing project timelines…
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EP 22: AI Myths VS Reality- What Interior Designers Can Really Do with Tech Today
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In this episode, Jenna discusses the current capabilities of AI in interior design and dispels some misconceptions. She talks about the limitations of AI in space planning, mood board creation, and client collaboration. Jenna also mentions the potential future impact of AI in trend analysis and personalized design solutions. She emphasizes the impo…
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Ep 28: The Truth About Client Changes: Protecting Your Profit and Process
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What should you do when a client starts sending you items to evaluate? In this episode we discuss handling changes that the client initiates in design projects and the importance of respectfully evaluating items that the client provides to ensure they fit the design plan and overall project goals. We recently had a similar client experience (yes, w…
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EP 21: Between Bots and Reality: The Essential Role of Designers
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In this quick episode, Jenna Gaidusek discusses the role of AI in interior design and compares it to a character from the show Futurama. She highlights the potential of AI to assist with tasks like creating conceptual boards and generating color palettes, but emphasizes that AI still lacks the ability to understand real-life application and human f…
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Ep 27: The #1 Marketing Asset of Your Business with special guest Victoria Marcouillier
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What is the #1 marketing asset of your business? Your website! It is a living breathing entity of our firm. Join us with our special guest Victoria Marcouillier, owner of Brandwell and host of the Branding Business School podcast, as we discuss the importance of branding, the value of marketing throughout the client relationship lifecycle why your …
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125: Crystal Bright, How she streamlines virtual projects with Design Live
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Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Crystal Bright, a virtual interior designer. Crystal shares how she grew her business in 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Crystal has completed over 400 projects in the past five years and helps other designers transition to virtual work. Crystal explains how she uses AI and tools like 2020 Design Liv…
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EP 20: Using AI to Fine-Tune Your Design Services and Pricing Strategy
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In this episode, Jenna Gaidusek explores the use of different large language models (LLMs) to create and price out design services. She runs the same question through multiple models, including Chat GPT, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, and Perplexity. Each model generates different tiers of services with corresponding prices based on the informat…
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In this episode, Jenna Gaidusek discusses how to effectively communicate with large language models, such as ChatGPT. She emphasizes the importance of having a conversation with the AI rather than just asking a question and moving on. Jenna provides six tips for better communication: be specific, provide context, use simple language, break down com…
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Ep 26: Never Stop Learning with Special Guest Diane Bianchini
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It is never too late to start over. This week we have a wonderful special guest from New York! I have known and coached Diane Bianchini of Dream Interiors NY for a number of year and she is here to talk with us this week about her path to becoming a designer with a background in Aeronautical engineering--talk about weathering the seasons of change …
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124: Niche Is Riche, Creating the business you want
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You know what they say – Niche Is Riche. Finding a niche for your interior design business can make you rich and successful. But how do you get there, hotties? Shaun and Rebecca discuss the importance of finding and defining your niche in your business. They also share different approaches to finding and defining your niche, from being true to your…
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EP 18: Is AI Coming For Your Design job?
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In this episode, Jenna discusses the potential impact of AI on the interior design industry. She emphasizes that AI tools are meant to enhance the design process, not replace human designers. Jenna explores various AI advancements in interior design, such as virtual reality integration, intelligent project management, personalized design recommenda…
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Ep 25: Finding your people: When is it time to hire?
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Are you hiring too late? What I have found is that most designers do not hire soon enough! Hiring a team challenges and helps elevate your business to a level where sustainable growth and scalability are achievable. When we look to hire we are looking to cater to some bonus projects and also the way that our current team is developing in terms upwa…
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123: Jennifer Ramsey Interiors, the process of increasing furniture sales
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Today's guest, Jennifer Ramsey, has not only mastered the art of creating stunning personalized spaces but also seamlessly incorporated furniture sales in her design process – a feat that has increased her furniture sales to a new height. In this episode, Jennifer talks about her strategic approach to design and furniture sales that has transformed…
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EP 17: Why AI Notetakers Are Total Game Changers
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In this episode, Jenna Gaidusek introduces a program called Fathom, which is a note taker and screen recorder for virtual meetings. She explains how she uses Fathom to automatically take notes and record her Zoom meetings, saving her time and effort. She discusses the various use cases for Fathom, including one-on-one sessions, client meetings, dem…
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Ep 24: Weathering the Seasons of Change
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Are you facing new challenges or going through a season of change? We are--yes we are in the trenches with you, really! Weathering the seasons of change is unpredictable and it is in these moments where we find out how resilient and adaptable we are. If you are not not prepared, then one of these events such as maternity leave, death in the family …
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EP 16: Revamp Your Business Operations with AI This Summer!
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In episode 16 of "AI For Interior Designers", Jenna Gaidusek introduces AI Summer Camp 2024, a 5-week virtual program starting July 16th. The camp is designed for both beginners and intermediate users looking to incorporate AI into their workflow, regardless of their industry. Details: 1. The camp aims to make learning AI fun and interactive, inspi…
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