Hot Young Designers Club | Interior Design Business Podcast

Mar 14 2025 157 ep. 60 mins 6
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They're not that hot, or that young - but hosts Rebecca Plumb (Studio Plumb) and Shaun Crha (Wrensted Interiors) spill the tea every week on how a new generation of interior designers run their business. Join a community exploring the emotional, practical, and humorous side of the interior design business.

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141: Just Stop VIII: Block Us And Find Out

Mar 14 2025 62 mins  
In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun bring back their fan-favorite "Just Stop" series, diving into the latest industry grievances and personal pet peeves. From unexpected social media drama to frustrating client revisions, they share unfiltered takes on what needs to stop in the design world. If you’ve ever dealt with a client revising a project into oblivion or questioned the logi

140: Caroline Turner Confesses Why She Doesn’t Like Referrals

Feb 28 2025 85 mins  
In this episode, we're sitting down with Caroline Turner of Caroline Turner Interiors and Confessions of an Interior Designer to talk about running a design business, building a waitlist, handling referrals (or not), and using social media for client growth. Caroline shares her unfiltered thoughts on why she’s not a fan of referrals, how she sets project minimums, and the major s

139: High Point Market 101

Feb 16 2025 56 mins  
If you’ve ever thought about attending High Point Market but felt overwhelmed by the planning, logistics, and sheer scale of the event, this episode is for you! Shaun and Rebecca break down everything you need to know before making the trip—what to expect, how to prepare, and how to make the most of your time. Whether you’re going for the first time or looking to refine your

138: What's out for 2025 - 6 goals for our businesses

Jan 31 2025 58 mins  
Shaun and Rebecca are kicking off 2025 by setting new goals for their businesses and getting clear on what’s out this year. From refining client processes to rethinking professional development, they’re sharing six major focus areas that will help shape a more intentional and productive year.Tune in for a candid discussion on what’s working, what’s getting cut, and how they

137: Meredith Huck Built Her Processes to Get Her Time Back

Jan 17 2025 67 mins  
Meredith Huck, founder and principal designer of House of Huck, joins Shaun and Rebecca to share her journey from corporate sales to running her boutique interior design firm in coastal Connecticut. Meredith discusses her time-saving processes, the value of clear boundaries, and the creative inspiration behind her rapid success.Discover how her corporate background helped her build

136: Mixed Bag – Industry News, Updates, and What’s Been Happening with Us

Jan 03 2025 70 mins  
Shaun and Rebecca dive into a mixed bag of topics this week, sharing personal updates, industry insights, and reflections as they kick off a new year. From refining boundaries to tackling social media fatigue, this candid conversation is full of relatable moments and tips for navigating the ever-evolving design industry.In this episode, we discuss:Kicking off 2025 – Celebrating m

135: Heather Knight-Willcock, How staging adds value to her design business

Dec 20 2024 78 mins  
Join us as we dive deep with Heather Knight-Wilcock, a Southern California interior designer and owner of Heather KW Styles and Copper Interiors. Heather opens up about her creative journey, balancing a design and staging business, and the importance of adaptability and resilience in the ever-evolving world of interior design.In this episode, we discuss:Heather's unique approach to

134: 2024 Report Card – Crushing It or Getting Crushed?

Dec 06 2024 72 mins  
As the year comes to a close, Shaun and Rebecca take a reflective journey through their professional wins, challenges, and the lessons they've learned. From defining client relationships to leveraging AI for productivity, this episode offers a candid report card on their goals and the shifts they’ve experienced in 2024.Tune in for insights, strategies, and a little humor to guide

133: Nicole White, The importance of strong relationships and boundaries

Nov 22 2024 73 mins  
Don’t treat relationships as one-night stands. Build and maintain strong connections with clients and colleagues beyond just the project – it’s key to success. At the same time, set boundaries because giving too much can drain you. Respectful boundaries allow you to nurture relationships without losing yourself in the process. In this episode, Shaun and Rebecca talk with

132: Awkward Money Conversations, It's not the client - it's you!

Nov 08 2024 61 mins  
Talking about money with clients can be super awkward. But here’s the thing, the real problem might not be the clients, it could be you! In this episode, Shaun and Rebecca discuss their experiences and approaches to navigating these tricky money conversations with clients. They also share their new Interior Design Client Questionnaire tool that makes those money talks a lot less