How do you manage your design business? What are your criteria for accepting a prospect as a client, and do you often turn clients away? How do you share the progress of the project with clients? How do you structure your fees and payments from clients?

In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Max Humphrey to discuss:

• The challenges of finding the right clients and managing client relationships and expectations
• Having a flat fee structure as billing method for his design services
• Dealing with clients' feedback, revisions, etc
• Max's product collaborations and how he got started with brands like Sunbrella
• Tips for pitching product collections
• Having a recognizable brand style to collaborate effectively
• Turning down clients who are not the right fit for you
• Learning from working for others before starting a company
• Managing client expectations around budgets and timelines
• Using social media to attract the right client fit
• Max's book "Lodge" is about the historic lodges in America's national parks

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Max Humphrey Website

Max Humphrey (@maxwhumphrey) on IG 

Max's book "Lodge" on Amazon

Max Humphrey Collection | HARTMANN&FORBES

Max's collection of fabrics with Sunbrella and Pindler

Max's wallpaper collection with Chasing Paper

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Pinterest Masterclass

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This episode is a recap of our experience at Fall 2023 High Point Market. Join us as we walk through the showroom floors, share our observations on new trends, and break down some of the top looks that caught our eye. We'll also share exclusive updates from favorite vendors like Four Hands, their new products, and some exciting technology improvements they're making.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Trends seen at High Point Market Fall 2023
• Updates from Four Hands — new products, inventory levels, sample ordering process, etc
• How supply chain issues may impact designers
• The Art Deco influences in lighting designs
• What designers should look out for to plan their businesses better
• Trends in furniture materials like travertine, stone and wood mixes, and colorful stones
• Trends in furniture styles like distressed finishes, dressmaker details in upholstery, and glass side tables
• Popular colors seen in furniture like gray-blues, rust tones, and celadon green  
• Issues with some furniture being intentionally distressed to avoid damage claims
• Hidden features in furniture, like power strips and movable parts in nightstands
• Fur textures are seen more in chairs and sofas

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In this enlightening episode of the Hot Young Designers Club Podcast, hosts Rebecca Plumb and Shaun Crha unravel the challenges and joys of design and project management. Advocating for adaptability and success, they delve into the realities and diversity of the field, offering a blend of humor and insight.

Discussing the multifaceted aspects of design, such as bookkeeping, marketing, and trades, the hosts emphasize the importance of balance, particularly for solopreneurs. They share personal anecdotes and experiences, highlighting their commitment to navigating these varied elements with grace and adaptability.

The conversation deepens as Rebecca and Shaun explore the art of execution, a cornerstone of project management. They share lessons from interactions with contractors and clients, focusing on communication, organization, and advocacy. The hosts reflect on the evolution of their roles, the value of questioning, and the dedication required to uphold a project’s integrity.

The episode also unveils a treasure trove of solutions and insights. The hosts discuss the impact of tools like Asana and Studio Designer on workflow and client communication. They share their journey through different software, emphasizing the need for forward-thinking in platform selection. They encourage fellow designers to embrace unpredictability, adapt swiftly, and continually refine processes.

Concluding with words of encouragement and an invitation to continue the conversation on Instagram, Rebecca and Shaun ensure the episode is an open door to a thriving community. Join them in exploring the intricate world of project management and turn up the heat on your design journey! Welcome to the Club!

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Hey hotties, we want to talk to you about our self-guided business retreat. It's time to start getting your goals together for the next year. And we want all of you to do it. So for the month of October, we are putting our self-guided business retreat document 40% off in our shop. It's normally $99, but it's now on sale in our shop for $59 throughout the month of October, and this document takes you through your own business retreat.

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Welcome to the Hot Young Designers Club podcast! Hosted by Rebecca Plumb and Shaun Crha, they explore the world of interior design with humor. In this episode, they celebrate reaching episode 101 and reflect on their journey.

Rebecca and Sean discuss how hitting 100 episodes felt like a milestone and their commitment to the podcast.

They express gratitude for their Patreon community, talk about upcoming plans, and encourage listeners to follow them on Instagram for updates. Also, join the Hot Young Designers Club community for engaging episodes as they explore interior design. Rebecca and Shaun value listener feedback and demographics, emphasizing their commitment to diversity.

They discuss guest selection, authenticity in design, and encourage listener suggestions. They emphasize the gradual growth in design and willingness to challenge boundaries.

Listeners' budget-related questions are acknowledged, with a focus on open communication with clients. Resources and expert input are planned for future episodes. Process-related topics are exclusive to Patreon, providing in-depth insights for supporters.

Finance, profit margins, and pricing topics are recognized, with plans for expert input. Industry news may involve a special correspondent, and tech discussions are available on Patreon.

Securing opportunities involves uniqueness and alignment with brands. Diversifying income streams is encouraged.

Rebecca and Shaun appreciate their community's feedback and support.

Thank you for being part of the Hot Young Designers Club!

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Today we are celebrating 100 episodes of the Hot Young Designers Club Podcast! As we look back at the last three years, we think about the best pieces of advice we have received, what’s changed over the past three years, and some cringe-worthy moments of the show. We also share an amazing giveaway that we will be doing in honor of our 100th episode!

In this episode, we discuss:

• Our amazing giveaway and how to enter to win
• How the pandemic affected our careers and podcast over the last few years
• The best pieces of guest advice we have incorporated into our businesses
• Not just being an order taker
• The most mind blowing conversations we have had on the show
• Figuring out what we are willing to do and not willing to do
• How we have both changed over the past three years
• Not making our money story, the client’s money story
• Opening up yourself to bigger opportunities
• Funny and cringey moments of the show
• Not feeling isolated by connecting with other designers
• Our future plans for the podcast and our businessess

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Click here to enter the giveaway!

Ep 26 with Jacob Medina

Ep 38 with Eneia White

Ep 79 with Joy Williams

Ep 81 about Money Story

Ep 82 with Linda Hayslett

Ep 87 with Shannyn Lee

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What makes your interior design business different and how can you showcase that effectively? When should you hire a social media assistant and how long should you expect to see results? How can you make sure you are effectively networking in order to build relationships and grow your business? 

In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Ali Faulkner of AEF Interiors, to discuss:

• Keeping it real and recognizing perfect doesn’t exist
• Adding value to other designers through educational content
• Why Ali continues to invest in social media help 
• How your content can attract both clients and other designers 
• How long it takes to actually grow on Instagram
• Making calculated and informed risks
• Building certain types of relationships early on in your business
• The power of networking + 3 favorite ways to network
• Understanding what it costs to run your business
• Why you need to connect with other interior designers

Mentioned:

AEF Interiors website

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Haven Workshop

Her workshop with Tandem

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Measuring is a pain. It requires a lot of time and physical energy. No one likes it. Thankfully, we have discovered a much better way to measure, that saves us time and saves our clients money. 

This episode is sponsored by Canvas.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Scaling - it’s weird and complex
• The headaches we had in the past when getting measurements 
• Using Canvas.io to scan the client’s home 
• How Canvas is able to capture dimensions with 99% accuracy
• Best practices when scanning a two-story house
• What negatively impacts your accuracy while scanning
• Saving your mental energy so you can focus on the fun part of your job
• Hiring people with special expertise to help with certain parts of the floor plan
• How to charge clients for drawings
• Why you should consider using the Home Designer software

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Try Canvas.io - $150 credit 

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Today we cover our upcoming plans for High Point Market this fall, an exciting giveaway for our listeners, recent struggles and lessons learned in our businesses, as well as some new trends we noticed at Vegas Market this summer. 

In this episode, we discuss:

• Giving a hotspot tour at High Point Market later this year
• How you can win free products from our online shop
• Feeling very depressed and overwhelmed about finances
• Forgetting important tasks and then putting them off
• Changing the process and format of discovery calls with potential clients
• How the first 3 months of onboarding is so exhausting 
• Feeling creatively zapped but needing to post more content on Instagram
• Getting over our ego and putting ourselves out there
• Upselling clients in the present so they can save money in the long run
• The designs and new trends we saw at Vegas Market
• How designers are now being recognized as major buyers 

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Listener Survey - Have a chance to win a prize!

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