Melanie Zaelich shares her journey starting from a career in advertising to becoming a successful interior designer. She discusses her business model focused on consultations, the importance of work-life balance, and how she caters to her target demographic. Melanie emphasizes the simplicity of her consultation services and the personal motivation behind her career shift, highlighting the fulfillment she finds in helping clients love their homes. 

Melanie Zaelich is an award-winning interior designer and the only consult-based, à la carte business model in Minneapolis, MN. Known for her down-to-earth approach, creativity, and ability to make design fun and accessible, Melanie has enriched over 2,000 homes since founding Happy Place Interiors in 2016. Her accolades include regional and national design awards, such as the "Top 10 Redesigner of the Year" and "Minnesota's Best" Interior Design Firm.

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