Are you ready? This episode is part 2 of my debrief and round table talk about attending High Point Market Fall 2022.  This episode is the second half of our talk where we dive into the trends we came across, the awesome vendors, and the showrooms we loved the most! I am once again joined by 3 wonderful humans, Laura Thornton, Jennifer Muirhead, and Jocelyn Polce - because instead of taking on the market by myself like in the past, I met up with these lovely ladies and we did it 10x better, and together. Listen in as we walk you through the trends and our most favorite parts and experiences at High Point.

132. High Point Market, is it worth it? Part two | A Round Table Discussion

I’m Rebecca Hay and I have built a successful interior design business by trial and error, podcasts, online courses and books.  Over the last decade I have grown from an insecure student to having career false starts and now I’ve finally landed where I want to be.  Throughout my journey I’ve become deeply passionate about business and helping other entrepreneurs and career minded women. Each week I’ll share tangible takeaways from my own experience and the experiences of other badass women to help you build your confidence and change your business.

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We all need to take breaks to recharge, step away, and get re-centered and part of that break is ignoring your inbox. In this episode, I’m diving into the importance of an OOO or an Out of Office Email. Business does not stop just because you aren't in the office, but you deserve a real chance to pause and step away. I share my own experiences of what I used to do versus what I do now when I'm incommunicado so that my clients and I both are aware of (and stick to!) boundaries and expectations. I walk through what details to keep in mind in this OOO and even when it can be useful outside of vacations. If you’re taking time off this summer, I encourage you to set up an Out of Office Reply! If you don’t know where to get started, I’ve got you covered! Download some of my favourite OOO response templates that I’ve compiled through the years: rebeccahay.com/ooo   Download our Free Resources ➡️ Pre-qualify your clients with my Discovery Call Script ➡️ Stay confident from beginning to end with my Consultation Checklist    ➡️ Looking for a quick infusion of cash? Grab my 4 easy ways of increasing your revenue   Looking to elevate your business? Learn more about our courses ➡️ Want the complete blueprint to calculate your design fee with confidence and ease? Learn more about my Pricing with Confidence course ➡️ Want to be the first to know when Power of Process is returning? Click to learn more about the business blueprint for interior design firm owners. ➡️Want to be the first to know when the next episode drops? Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the Resilient by Design Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!

225. Communication hacks for when you're Out of Office

Have you ever looked in your closet and thought "I have nothing to wear"? If so, my guest is going to rock your world. Angela Foster is a style coach for high-achieving women and has made it her mission to assist them in creating and claiming a consistent, visible brand image through their personal style. She shares an overview of the step-by-step process she takes clients through as well as the tools, tips, and exercises that will assist in re-narrating one's style while keeping it authentic.  We dive into talking about trends, color pops, and matching personal and design styles as well as the importance of visual expression before diving into shopping tips. Finally, she shares the two recommendations she has for designers who want a brand wardrobe for photoshoots.  This episode is bursting with practical tips that we're already planning her guest appearance in Designer's Room by the end! Find more about Angela Foster here and get the podcast exclusive freebie here.     Download our Free Resources ➡️ Pre-qualify your clients with my Discovery Call Script ➡️ Stay confident from beginning to end with my Consultation Checklist    ➡️ Looking for a quick infusion of cash? Grab my 4 easy ways of increasing your revenue   Looking to elevate your business? Learn more about our courses ➡️ Want the complete blueprint to calculate your design fee with confidence and ease? Learn more about my Pricing with Confidence course ➡️ Want to be the first to know when Power of Process is returning? Click to learn more about the business blueprint for interior design firm owners. ➡️Want to be the first to know when the next episode drops? Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the Resilient by Design Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!

224. The key to a recognizable brand: Your personal style matters

Let’s talk about the difference between working ON your business and working IN your business. If you don’t know the difference this episode is for you! In this episode, I lay out examples of what tasks fall into each of these categories and share some advice that, at first glance, may seem counterintuitive. I outline the differences, demystify them, and share why it matters that you do both strategically. If you want to elevate your business, services, and team to find and serve your clients more efficiently, you must take the time and energy to build the foundation instead of just going through the day-to-day hustle.    Download our Free Resources ➡️ Pre-qualify your clients with my Discovery Call Script ➡️ Stay confident from beginning to end with my Consultation Checklist    ➡️ Looking for a quick infusion of cash? Grab my 4 easy ways of increasing your revenue   Looking to elevate your business? Learn more about our courses ➡️ Want the complete blueprint to calculate your design fee with confidence and ease? Learn more about my Pricing with Confidence course ➡️ Want to be the first to know when Power of Process is returning? Click to learn more about the business blueprint for interior design firm owners. ➡️Want to be the first to know when the next episode drops? Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the Resilient by Design Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!

223. Move the needle in your business this summer

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222. Tailor your business to your lifestyle

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132. High Point Market, is it worth it? Part two | A Round Table Discussion

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