Today we welcome Chrissy Crawford Corredor - founder and CEO of ARTSTAR. The New York based online resource offers a curated collection of fine art available to collectors and the design trade. In this episode Chrissy shares what prompted her to launch the online gallery and the process of navigating e-commerce pre Shopify. We also discuss ARTSTAR’s commitment to supporting emerging artists and their efforts to provide information and tools to design professionals to help maximize the role that art plays in their design projects. 

Today we welcome Sara Brennan of Sara Lynn Brennan Interior Design based in Waxhaw, North Carolina. In this episode Sara shares how she identified weaknesses in her business early on and instead of ignoring them she tackled them head on and created a renewed seven figure business in just three years. We also discuss Sara’s perspective on trading time for money, how she leverages her extended team of resources and service providers to increase efficiency within her business, and the importance of constantly adding value to your services.

Today we welcome Gage Edward, Interior Designer and Head of Partnerships at Side Door. In this episode Gage tells us about his journey of design from re-imagining spaces as a kid to his introduction to a multi faceted business of design twelve years ago. We also discuss the challenges that design professionals face, particularly sales and procurement, and the industry’s most promising solution empowering designers to scale their business. 

Today we welcome Jordan Hackworth of J Hackworth Interiors based in Atlanta, GA. In this episode Jordan shares his journey of design from the set of reality television in Hollywood to the launch of his own design business in 2020. Jordan learned many lessons in his first year of business and he shares some of his most eye opening realizations about his own strengths and weaknesses, the client experience, and the value of his local design community. 

Today we welcome Desi Creswell, a certified life and business coach who helps interior designers stop feeling overwhelmed so they can intentionally build profitable, fulfilling businesses that enrich their lives as a whole. In this episode we discuss tips and strategies for prioritization, productivity, and achieving your goals! Click here to download her Interior Designers Get it Done Daily Planner and click here to learn all about her “Out of Overwhelm” coaching program.