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Hot Young Designers Club | Interior Design Business Podcast

Hot Young Designers Club

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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01:08:45

141: Just Stop VIII: Block Us And Find Out

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2025/03/14

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 logic behind tiny shower windows, this episode is for you!A surprising Facebook group mystery—who blocked Rebecca and why?The

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01:25:27

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

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2025/02/28

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 shifts she’s made in her business to improve workflow. Plus, we get into her viral TikToks, the future of AI in design, and

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139: High Point Market 101

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2025/02/16

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 market strategy, they’ve got tips to help you navigate like a pro.From booking accommodations early to finding the best

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58:50

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

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2025/01/31

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’re evolving their businesses to better align with their long-term vision.In this episode, we discuss:What’s out for 2025 –

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01:07:33

137: Meredith Huck Built Her Processes to Get Her...

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2025/01/17

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 efficient systems and how she uses innovative tools like QR codes to streamline communication with vendors and

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01:10:43

136: Mixed Bag – Industry News, Updates, and What’s...

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2025/01/03

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 milestones, setting intentions, and navigating the new year.Refining client boundaries – Learning to say “no” and how it

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01:18:18

135: Heather Knight-Willcock, How staging adds value...

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2024/12/20

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 building her brand in interior design and real estate stagingTransitioning to construction-focused projects and the

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01:12:25

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

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2024/12/06

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 you into the new year with clarity and purpose.In this episode, we discuss:Looking back on 2024 goals – Did we crush them

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01:13:06

133: Nicole White, The importance of strong...

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2024/11/22

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 interior designer Nicole White about the importance of building strong relationships and how setting boundaries is key to staying

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01:01:30

132: Awkward Money Conversations, It's not the client...

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2024/11/08

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 awkward.In this episode, they discuss:How to have less awkward conversations with clients about money and budgetsStarting

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01:20:55

131: Jeanne Chung, Transitioning from fashion to...

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2024/10/25

Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Jeanne Chung — an interior designer who used to work in fashion for 20 years before switching to interior design. Jeanne shares her story of how she made this big career change, the challenges she faced, and how she built her business from the ground up.In this episode, they discuss:Jeanne’s background in fashion design and her transition from fashion design to interior designGoing back to school for interior design, starting her design business, and opening a design

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01:01:58

130: Processes are personal, finding your way in the...

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2024/10/11

Can you send me your template for that project? What do you put in your client contracts? Can you send me the exact document you use for your project management? It’s tempting to ask for the tools, templates, and processes of successful designers, but you know what? There’s more to being successful than copying someone else’s process or templates.In this episode, Shaun and Rebecca discuss the value of developing your own processes and finding your way in the design industry. They remind you that

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01:06:51

129: A Conversation with Rona Graf, growing Grace Blu...

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2024/09/27

Grow small and incrementally. It’s not a race. It’s a marathon! Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Rona Graf, the founder of Grace Blu Interior Design. Rona shares her journey from being a teacher to starting her own design firm and discusses the importance of slow and steady growth in building a sustainable business. She explains why businesses should focus on sustainable, incremental growth instead of rapid expansion and how rushing into growth can lead to challenges.In this episode, they

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01:10:06

128: Just Stop VII: The Squeakquel, Vendors, Renders...

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2024/09/13

Shaun and Rebecca are back with another installment of the perennial favorite, the Just Stop series, where they call out things in the design world that seriously need to stop. They discussed Just Stops from the coaching industry (coaches who brag about their income without proving their value) to the frustrations with generic and ineffective outreach emails from vendors, the use of AI-generated renders without disclosing their authenticity, and much more!In this episode, they discuss:Shaun and

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01:11:23

127: A Conversation with Etch Design Group, Stephanie...

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2024/08/30

Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Stephanie Nelson and Jessica Nelson from Etch Design Group, a full-service design studio. Stephanie and Jessica share their journey from colleagues to co-founders and how their unique skills and deep trust have allowed them to build a successful business. They also talk about harnessing the power of AI to streamline their design process and push the boundaries of their creativity.In this episode, they discuss:How Stephanie & Jessica met and started Etch Design

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01:08:16

126: Project Timelines, managing your bandwidth,...

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2024/08/16

What are your project management strategies? How do you set expectations with clients and manage your deadlines? Shaun and Rebecca discuss their project management strategies and methods for setting expectations with clients and managing deadlines in the world of interior design. They also dive deep into the challenges of managing project timelines, client expectations, predicting and planning capacity to avoid overbooking, and much more.In this episode, they discuss:How Shaun and Rebecca handle

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01:07:08

125: Crystal Bright, How she streamlines virtual...

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2024/08/02

Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Crystal Bright, a virtual interior designer. Crystal shares how she grew her business in 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Crystal has completed over 400 projects in the past five years and helps other designers transition to virtual work. Crystal explains how she uses AI and tools like 2020 Design Live to streamline her virtual design process and provide high-quality services to clients.In this episode, they discuss:Crystal’s story of starting a

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01:01:04

124: Niche Is Riche, Creating the business you want

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2024/07/19

You know what they say – Niche Is Riche. Finding a niche for your interior design business can make you rich and successful. But how do you get there, hotties? Shaun and Rebecca discuss the importance of finding and defining your niche in your business. They also share different approaches to finding and defining your niche, from being true to your personal style and skills to identifying unmet demands in the market. They also explore how to define and market their niches through refined language

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01:03:04

123: Jennifer Ramsey Interiors, the process of...

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2024/07/05

Today's guest, Jennifer Ramsey, has not only mastered the art of creating stunning personalized spaces but also seamlessly incorporated furniture sales in her design process – a feat that has increased her furniture sales to a new height. In this episode, Jennifer talks about her strategic approach to design and furniture sales that has transformed the way her clients experience the design journey.In this episode, they discuss:Jennifer's journey from working for a luxury designer to starting her own

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01:27:43

122: Ask Us Anything, Part 2

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2024/06/21

Shaun and Rebecca are back with another Ask Us Anything. They answer your questions about marketing, photography, vendors, building and organizing a sample library, managing projects, using tools to help keep your work organized, growing your business, and much more!In this episode, they discuss:Shaun and Rebecca’s plans for the upcoming High Point MarketThe best marketing strategies for interior designers starting out — social media, SEO, networking, consistency, etcHow did Shaun and Rebecca start

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