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Designing Success from School to Studio by Rhiannon Lee is dedicated to filling in the gaps in your design course to encourage you to build a sustainable business that supports your dream lifestyle. Are you searching for strategy, systems and support? Looking for a community to bounce industry issues around in?  In this podcast, we will cover the interior design business infrastructure you need to supplement your design school curriculum with practical insights and actionable advice. We also cover all things marketing, product innovation, client acquisition, and more. Go beyond the theory, filter through the stuff that doesn’t serve you and get on with creating. You will find real talk with industry professionals, practical tactics from business realists that leave you reenergised and focused on exactly how to improve the current landscape of your own business. For more behind the scenes of the interior design industry, check out oleander and finch in Instagram https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchor head to www.oleanderandfinch.com

Rhiannon Lee


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    Can you run a successful interior design business and have a baby?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 62:07


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. In this honest roundtable episode, Rhiannon Lee is joined by four interior designers and property stylists to talk about pregnancy, maternity leave, cashflow, systems, staffing and what really happens when you mix motherhood with business ownership.If you are an interior designer who is pregnant, trying to conceive, planning a family, or quietly wondering how maternity leave works when you are self employed, this episode is for you.We cover:• How to plan maternity leave as a small business owner • Cashflow planning during pregnancy and unpaid leave • Government maternity pay for self employed women • Raising prices before maternity leave • Selling vouchers or pre-paid services to create income • Project timeline planning for interior designers • Protecting client relationships while pregnant • Hiring and training staff before stepping away • Building SOPs and systems before baby • Returning to work part time after maternity leave • Mum guilt, ambition and productivity shiftsYou'll hear real experiences from studio owners at different stages. Some are pausing their business. Some are keeping teams running. One has sold her business and stepped into a creative director role. Others are navigating pregnancy in solo design studios.This conversation explores matrescence, flexible work, time management for mums, and how to structure a design business that supports both family life and financial stability.If you run a full service interior design studio, property styling business, or solo consultancy, you will walk away with practical strategies to:Plan maternity leave without shutting down Protect your income during pregnancy Strengthen systems and operations Set boundaries with clients Build a sustainable studio modelPregnancy and entrepreneurship do not cancel each other out. You can design a business that works around real life.For more resources on pricing, systems, SOP development and AI for interior designers, visit oleanderandfinch.com.Designing Success from Study to Studio is the podcast for emerging and established interior designers who want stronger systems, profitable studios and a business that supports their life, not competes with itThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    How smart design studios use local marketing to get in front of clients before the renovation has even begun.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 26:47


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Studio CEO (formerly Framework Express) is now open for the next cohort. Join the waitlist HERE Interior designers keep asking, “Where are the next clients coming from?” In this episode, I break down practical local area marketing strategies that actually convert. Not more content. Not more reels. Real positioning. We cover: – How to get in front of renovation conversations earlier – The upstream strategy most designers ignore – Strategic partnerships that generate better projects – A simple 4-hour weekly plan to attract local clients If you need clients in the next 90 days, this episode is for you. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    If you think Instagram has changed, You're right. This is why AI matters more than the algorithm in 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 21:47


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Check out Penelope, the AI powered proposal generator In this episode of Designing Success From Study to Studio, Rhiannon Lee breaks down the biggest shift interior designers are missing on Instagram, the move from algorithm-led reach to AI-led understanding.This is not a posting strategy episode. You will not hear content calendars, trending audio advice, or “post three times a day” nonsense.Instead, this episode explains why Instagram now rewards clarity, repetition, and relevance, not noise, novelty, or random creativity.You will learn how Instagram's AI scans your profile for keywords, patterns, and consistency to decide who your content should be shown to. If your feed feels scattered, unclear, or inconsistent, the platform struggles to place you, and your content stops travelling.This episode covers: • Why the Instagram algorithm is effectively dead in 2026 • How Instagram AI actually decides who sees your content • Why mixing up content pillars is hurting designers • Why repeating yourself is not lazy, it is strategic • How keywords train Instagram to understand your niche • Why reach matters less than resonance • The real reason hashtags and SEO dumps no longer work • How interior designers accidentally sabotage their own visibility • What Instagram is really asking when someone lands on your profileIf you are an interior designer, creative business owner, or studio founder who feels stuck, unheard, or frustrated on Instagram, this episode will change how you approach content entirely.Instagram is no longer asking if you are clever or popular. It is asking if you are understandable.Hosted by Rhiannon Lee, business mentor and AI strategist for interior designers. Follow along for practical insights on AI, systems, scaling, and building a sustainable design business.Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Why your design business feels heavier this year, and what to fix first.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 25:18 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. This episode is a reset.I'm talking honestly about why business feels heavier this year, why motivation is harder to access, and what I actually saw work across 2025 inside real interior design businesses.I walk through the three business decisions that reduced pressure, improved delivery, and stopped everything feeling so hard. These are the same foundations I teach inside Framework Express.If you're listening on release day, Framework Express is open with two places available. Details are below.This episode is for designers who want traction, not hype.watch this ep on YouTube >> https://youtu.be/Wsagx-vkDwMThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    You're allowed to be more expensive

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 18:29 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Get the Interior Design Pricing Trend Report HEREThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    The 1-3-1 Momentum Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 9:24 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Pretty branding won't save a boring offer // The mini audit edit.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 28:28 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    AI Agents for Designers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 20:36 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    15 Quick Questions to get unstuck for the girlies who can't stop makeing it harder than it needs to be

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 20:11 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    would you take on another designers project after they split from the client?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 36:04 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Reach out to chat about 90 minute strategy sessions HEREWelcome to an awkward but common moment in studio life. A client ends things with their first designer, then asks you to step in. The gossip itch is real, but the strategy is simple. Keep communications neutral, ask for proof of termination and clarity on IP, and decide if this is a rescue or a full reset. Draw a firm takeover line for liability, reset boundaries with one decision maker and one channel, and price for the extra risk, re-documentation, and speed they now want. If the vibe is off, walk. If you stay, you lead with ethics, clean paperwork, and clear expectations so the project stabilises fast. Sometimes that is all the client needed, not a “better” designer, just a steadier process.Portfolio rights get tricky when you tweak rather than transform. Minor edits do not equal ownership. If you share, credit the original designer and position your role as development, not authorship. Never engage while an active contract is in place, and save a dated paper trail in case questions surface later. Meet trades early, triple-check everything, and keep your language factual. This episode is not legal or financial advice. It is a practical guide for staying calm, fair, and profitable when you inherit a half-done job. If you want help pricing a takeover or resetting scope, book a 90-minute strategy session or send a DM with your sticking point and I will map your next three moves.Key takeaways Lead with ethics and neutral language Ask for termination proof and IP status before saying yes Decide rescue or reset, then set a takeover date for liability Price for risk, re-documentation, and speed, not for pity One decision maker, one channel, weekly status, no side chats with trades Minor tweaks do not grant portfolio rights, credit fairly or skip the share No active-contract poaching, keep a clean paper trailThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    The secret life of a Property Stylist with Angie, of Meraki Property Styling

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 68:16 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Meet Angie HERE Meet Penelope HEREIn this episode of 'Designing Success from Study to Studio,' host Rhiannon Lee, founder of Oleander and Finch Design Studio, delves into the world of property styling with guest Angie, a thriving property stylist and interior designer from Meraki Property Styling and Interior Design in Melbourne. Angie shares her journey from starting with basic stock to now styling high-end homes, emphasizing the importance of pricing, quoting systems, cash flow, and industry networking. The conversation covers the challenges of competitive pricing, the role of technology and AI in the industry, and the dynamic nature of property staging. Listeners also gain insights into the practical steps and mindset shifts required for success in property styling, highlighting the importance of relationship-building with real estate agents, efficient quoting processes, and adapting to industry trends. Rhiannon and Angie's candid discussion provides valuable lessons for both emerging and seasoned designers looking to navigate the complexities of the property styling industry.00:00 Introduction to Designing Success00:54 Meet Angie: From IKEA to High-End Homes01:48 A Funny Story: How Angie and I Met04:32 The Reality of Property Styling05:09 The Fast-Paced World of Property Styling10:46 Challenges and Strategies in Property Styling19:24 The Impact of AI and Technology in Property Styling20:23 Time-Saving Tools and Business Growth37:01 Navigating AI in the Industry37:34 The Human Touch in Interior Design39:49 Marketing Strategies for Property Stylists41:12 Building Relationships with Real Estate Agents43:04 Challenges and Realities of Property Staging46:23 The Importance of Professionalism and Quality54:45 Running a Business: Expectations vs. Reality57:20 Continuous Learning and Adaptation01:05:24 Wrapping Up and Future PlansThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Instagram Do's and Dont's >> 2025 edit.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 40:50


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. The audio in this one was a little off but on a week where covid is in my house and it's end of term I'm rolling with done is better than Perf. Please stick around it'll be fixed next week! Enter HERE to win Penelope Click HERE to buy her right now Message me via the link at the top that says "message me and tell me what you think" If you want to see the full algorithm analysis in the future. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Mirrors, money frogs and mastering Feng Shui with Jane Langof

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 46:05 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Join the waitlist for Penelope HERE Meet Jane on Instagram HERE Find her online HEREFeng Shui, A homeowners guide to abundance THE BOOKThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Here's exactly how I cut proposals down to 15 minutes.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 19:18 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Join the waitlist for Penelope HERE Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    ‘The Family Stone' How Swan Hill Stone Became a Sustainability Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 55:27 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Find Annuello HERE Follow them on Insta, HEREThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    This AI prompt just gave me my competitor's whole playbook.. while I made lunch.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 11:48 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Copy this into AI Agent Mode - "You are a competitive brand strategist for interior designers.Your task is to research and deliver a comprehensive competitor intelligence report and SWOT matrix for an interior design business targeting high-income residential clients in the specified region. (replace with your target market or add your brand command) Begin by asking whether the user would like to provide a shortlist of known competitors to include. If they don't, independently identify design studios in the region with a similar ideal client profile.Your report must include:A table listing 10 relevant competitors who operate in or near the target location and appeal to high-end residential clientsA SWOT analysis for each competitor with detailed insights across Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and ThreatsA breakdown of each competitor's brand including:Website linkKey messaging and quotes from their homepage or about pageTone of voice and how they communicate valueService offeringsAny publicly available pricing or fee structure informationTarget client profile based on language and brand presentationSocial proof (such as awards, media mentions, testimonials)Visual identity or aesthetic directionThen, reverse-engineer the strategic positioning by identifying:The brand and messaging tactics competitors are using to attract high-end clientsThe common themes in language, style, and offers across the competitor setGaps or opportunities in the market the user could consider leveragingProvide clear section headers, tables where helpful, and a final summary of key takeaways to help the user improve or differentiate their brand.Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Markian, maraige and the creative process

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 65:20 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    When innovation crosses the line >> The Scout Dilemma

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 30:45


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. In this episode, Rhiannon Lee discusses the transformative potential of AI in the interior design industry, focusing on her creation, Scout, an AI assistant designed to streamline sourcing and design processes. She explores the ethical implications of introducing such technology, the importance of human creativity in design, and the feedback from the design community regarding the use of AI tools. Rhiannon emphasizes the need for designers to articulate their unique value in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.the Framework express (check it out HERE) Listen to the Framework Express ep HERE get your free sourcing prompts HERE Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    From Framework to the French Rivera (with a side serve of Dubai Development)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 61:02 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Follow Harriot on Instagram HERE hurry to grab the last few minutes of entry into the framework before it's gone forever here https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    A parking lot, a playlist, and a fake meeting with Susan.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 22:12 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    The Studio Tapes EP4 - More Pricing Chats

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 17:54


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. take a listen to some real coaching in action and how we are all navigating the Complexities of Interior Design PricingIf you're looking to learn more about my Industry Trend Report you can DOWNLOAD IT HERE In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of pricing in the interior design industry. Our discussion covers the challenges of setting value-based pricing, the importance of understanding your worth, and strategies for dealing with client expectations. We also explore the impact of regional differences on pricing and the role of confidence in presenting your services.The significance of value-based pricing over hourly rates. How to handle client pushback on pricing. The importance of tracking time and understanding project profitability. Strategies for dealing with competition and maintaining your pricing integrity. The role of money mindset in setting and maintaining your prices.#InteriorDesign #PricingStrategy #ValueBasedPricing #DesignBusinessThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    150 eps and 2 years of Designing Success Pod (and the occasional wrong word)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 32:23 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Cashflow tips for creatives

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 41:32 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Join the framework before its gone forever HERERead my substack, How to add 5k to your month as an interior designer Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    More Clients with less content - what's actually working in 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 27:31 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    New Chat GPT features you need to know about.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 32:23 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Check out the design show wrap up Grab my FREE guide to connecting your sources to Chat GPT Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Okay, spill.. What are we all charging?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 38:30 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. In this conversation, Rhiannon Lee discusses the critical importance of proper pricing in the interior design industry. She emphasises that underpricing not only affects financial health but also impacts brand perception, client relationships, and personal satisfaction. Through real-life case studies, she illustrates the detrimental effects of low rates and provides actionable strategies for designers to reassess and raise their prices effectively. The discussion also touches on the emotional toll of undercharging and the necessity of valuing one's expertise and time.Raising rates is not just about money; it's about valuing time and expertise.Underpricing can lead to resentment and burnout in professionals.Real-life case studies highlight the importance of value pricing.Mindset shifts are crucial for overcoming pricing fears.Effective pricing strategies can transform a designer's business.Brand perception is directly linked to pricing strategies.Emotional well-being is affected by how much one charges.Setting minimum project fees can help filter out the wrong clients.Time tracking is essential for understanding true costs.Practicing how to communicate pricing confidently is key. "It's not just your reputation that comes into play.""You are not a junior anymore. Why are we charging like one?""You need to be paid accordingly.""You are worth so much more than that.""You can't be doing chats for $99.""Your pricing tells the market how to treat you.""Don't undersell your time and expertise.""It's about running profitable, sustainable, respected businesses."Chapters00:00 Understanding the Cost of Underpricing02:51 Real-Life Case Studies: Client Experiences05:59 The Importance of Value Pricing09:08 Transforming Mindsets Around Pricing12:07 Strategies for Raising Rates Effectively15:11 The Emotional Toll of Undercharging17:55 Brand Perception and Pricing21:04 The Impact of Pricing on Business Sustainability24:08 Overcoming Pricing Excuses27:02 Final Thoughts on Pricing and ValueThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Rethinking marketing strategies for Interior Designers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 40:48


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Explore the Framework Express HERE we kick off July 02, 2025. Get your AI 4 part Audio Series HERE Meet me on Substack HERE Laugh at/with me on Tik Tok HERETalk to me about Private Coaching by emailing rhiannon@oleanderandfinch.comIn this episode of Designing Success, Rhiannon Lee discusses the evolving landscape of marketing for interior designers, emphasizing the need to rethink strategies and adapt to changing audience behaviors. She shares her personal experiences with social media, particularly Instagram, and encourages listeners to explore other platforms like Pinterest and TikTok. Rhiannon highlights the importance of understanding where ideal clients spend their time and the value of authentic engagement. The conversation also touches on the significance of content creation that resonates with audiences and the necessity of embracing change in marketing approaches.takeawaysRethink your marketing strategy to align with current trends.Understand where your ideal clients are spending their time online.Instagram's effectiveness has changed; consider other platforms.Engagement on social media should focus on genuine connections.Content creation should be purposeful and resonate with your audience.Don't feel pressured to be on every social media platform.Explore the potential of Pinterest for interior design marketing.Embrace the opportunity to try new platforms like TikTok.Authenticity in marketing is crucial for building trust.It's okay to reassess your marketing efforts and pivot when necessary.Sound Bites"Instagram has gotten so noisy.""You can't hide on this podcast.""It's okay to outgrow a platform."Chapters00:00Rethinking Marketing Strategies09:05Understanding Your Ideal Client14:26ExThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    the studio tapes EP 3 - CEO mindsets

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 14:35


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    balancing time zones, health and business growth with Lisa Hunter

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 74:04 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Find Lisa's website HEREMeet her in Instagram HEREThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Put a finger down if your consult fee hasn't changed since 2020.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 38:13 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Explore the Framework Express HEREGet your AI 4 part Audio Series HERE Talk to me about Private Coaching by emailing rhiannon@oleanderandfinch.comThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    The Tik Tock tech bro's are lying to you; my candid chat with Jess Clark

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 67:00


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Follow Jess on Insta here Find her website HEREExplore the AI skills Lab HEREBuy the AI skills LAB HEREThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    You're still sourcing the hard way (Here's How I Use AI Instead)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 29:22


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Explore the 4 part AUDIO SERIES (launching May 5) Get your sourcing prompts HEREJoin the EMAIL LIST n time for the offer Meet me at Decor + Design Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    The Studio Tapes EP2 - Pricing Chats

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 12:35 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Explore the Framework Express HERETalk to me about Private Coaching by emailing rhiannon@oleanderandfinch.comThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Interior Design, but make it healing, with Ariel Magidson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 60:06


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Meet Ariel on Insta HEREFollow her on Tik Tok HERE Visit the Website HEREThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Automation is emotional; Why letting go feels like loosing control

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 26:07 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Watch me work with my virtual Boardroom HEREMeet the whole team and learn what they can do HERE Get Rufus and plan your quarter for FREE HERE Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Building a business during nap time - Rozanne De Villiers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 62:40 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Meet Rozanne here, https://www.instagram.com/rdv.designsThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    AI image generation just dropped, but we're not scared - Here's why:

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 35:27 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Join the FREE webinar with me Friday 11 April at midday AEDT, https://oleanderandfinch.myflodesk.com/freewebinarThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Georgia Ezra : Yes, You'll Get Rejected: That's a Good Thing for Your Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 49:34 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    The Studio Tapes Ep1.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 15:26 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. the studio tapes are a new sneaky leak of an actual conversation had in my private or group coaching where I share publicly something that helps me or my clients privately. These are Bonus eps and unscripted, unedited and basically unhinged and you'll never know when they will pop up next. Best way to make sure you don't miss them is to hit the + sign and follow the poddy so you never miss a new ep drop. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    the six figure business trap

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 20:34 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. the Audio in this episode was heavily affected by a glitch but I hope you'll stick around for the content and know we will be back on track next week.GET THE 2025 INDUSTRY PRICING TREND REPORT HERE Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    A chit chat with my ‘ride or die' about the birth of her own design business - Sienne ✨

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 71:26 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Follow and discover Catherine's work here https://www.instagram.com/_sienne____Check out her insane FREE cheat sheet https://sienne.myflodesk.com/cheatsheet?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabmi3DPrG4CQEMu0O-UPwQLZPBa9Sa9g50dOZ7S6G_SGTE_6M5UdB_ihmE_aem_LHjCi86spOx_FpruWca7ZQThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Are you still attracting the wrong clients? How to speak to Luxury seekers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 38:20


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Viral reels, pricing strategy & lessons you can't Google with Emma Blomfied

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 57:24 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Find Emma on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/emma.blomfield?igsh=ZHVnMjBoMXd5OW81Visit the website or purchase one of Emma's books here; https://emmablomfield.com/Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    IYKYK - Business gets to be easy (er)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 14:58 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Check out the framework express here and apply now https://oleanderandfinch.my.canva.site/creative-portfolio-website-in-opulence-era-styleThanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Simple AI tricks you're not using (but should be)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 32:17 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Take a look at The Framework Express - https://view.flodesk.com/emails/67a2bd48003272ddea0d4c7c(Applications close end of Feb) You can meet the AI Assistants here https://view.flodesk.com/emails/6791e83e90a4206935acab44check out The Framework for emerging designers here:  https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/and DM me anytime to discuss private coaching options Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Making Sterile commercial spaces Luxe - The Interior Design Niche No One Saw Coming - with Nickolas Gurtler

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 75:24 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Ever wondered how to turn a cold, clinical space into a luxury experience? Or how to finally price your work without second-guessing yourself? This week, I'm sitting down with Nicholas Gertler, a Melbourne-based interior designer who's mastered the art of blending high-end residential vibes into commercial spaces (think Dental clinics that don't feel like a horror movie).We get into:Why commercial design needs a serious glow-upThe real strategy behind pricing your services (and why you should stop undercharging)How to scale your business without losing your sanityConvincing clients to trust your vision instead of micromanaging every fabric swatchIf you're ready to ditch the self-doubt and step into your power as a designer, this episode is for you. Hit play and let's get into it!

    Best & worst of 2024 & my 2025 predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 33:29 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Burnout, and Big Wins: My Year in Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 31:51 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    behind the curtain....

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 19:44 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Who's in your corner next year?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 20:54 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

    Pricing for profit and how to stop undervaluing yourself for good.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 25:19 Transcription Available


    Text me and tell me what you think of this ep. Thanks for listening to this episode of "Designing Success: From Study to Studio"! Connect with me on social media for more business tips, and a real look behind the scenes of my own practicing design business. Grab more insights and updates: Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oleander_and_finchLike Oleander & Finch on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/oleanderandfinch For more FREE resources, templates, guides and information, visit the Designer Resource Hub on my website ; https://oleanderandfinch.com/ Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Check out my online course, "The Framework," designed to provide you with everything they don't teach you in design school and to give you high touch mentorship essential to having a successful new business in the industry. Check it out now and start designing YOUR own successTHE FRAMEWORK ( now open) https://www.oleanderandfinch.com/the-framework-for-emerging-designers/ Remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps me continue providing valuable content to aspiring interior designers. Stay tuned for more episodes filled with actionable insights and inspiring conversations. ...

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