Feb 10 2025 37 mins 1
This week I am joined by Arna Sleishman from Designed By Arna and we chat about the process of working towards building a thriving interior design business in Newcastle. From managing 20 projects in her first year to learning valuable lessons about marketing and client relationships, Arna shares the real challenges and triumphs of regional design practice.
I hope you enjoy this episode
Beth xx
In this episode, we discuss:
• The journey from kitchen designer to full-service interior design
• Why social media isn't always the answer for high-end clients
• How the crystalline silica ban is influencing design choices
• Managing supplier relationships outside major cities
• Building a strong regional design community
Key takeaways:
✨ Word-of-mouth remains king for securing quality clients
✨ The importance of investing in business systems over social media
✨ Why collaboration beats competition in regional markets
✨ How to navigate the transition from employee to business owner
This Episode is Perfect for:
• Interior designers starting their own business
• Designers working in regional areas
• Anyone interested in the business side of design
• Kitchen and bathroom designers looking to expand their services
Connect with our guest: Arna Sleishman - Designed by Anna
Want to work with Beth? Here are the ways I can help you in your business.
1. Start a HEALTH CHECK today. We will work together for 8 weeks and improve your systems and processes and work on your strategic business decisions.
I only have 8 spots available every month.
2. Start my course THE PROCESS so you know exactly what to do when in your interior design studio.
3. Have a look at THE RESOURCE STOCKROOM - this is where you will find our short courses and free resources to help you run a better interior design studio
4. Want to use our tool MTTD in your studio? Start your FREE 30 DAY TRIAL today.
Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business.
1.Sign up to our MAILING LIST where each month you will receive helpful business tips straight to your inbox
2. Start a HEALTH CHECK today. We will work together for 8 weeks and improve your systems and processes.
I only have 8 spots available every month.
3. Start my course THE PROCESS so you know exactly what to do when in your interior design studio.
4. Have a look at THE RESOURCE STOCKROOM - this is where you will find our short courses and free resources to help you run a better interior design studio
5. Want to use our tool MTTD in your studio? Start your FREE 30 DAY TRIAL today.
