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Meet Your Coach Katie, a dynamic PODCAST host and successful entrepreneur.
Former news anchor turned leader of a multimillion-dollar design firm, Katie's passion lies in uncovering brilliance and sharing design and business secrets. Her insatiable curiosity, honed in the media spotlight, fuels enlightening conversations on her podcast, offering a platform for wisdom-seeking design enthusiasts and aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Scaling Your Interior Design Business Without Sacrificing Work-Life Balance
Imagine this: Your interior design business thriving in new niches, booking dream clients, and tackling high-profile projects—without sacrificing your life in the process. As a designer, scaling your ... ...more
Blog ,Highlights Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship &Design
December 18, 2024•2 min read
How to Sustainably Grow a Design Firm with Jeanne Collins
In this episode of the Success by Design podcast, Jeanne joins Katie to discuss the best strategies to market and grow an interior design business. ...more
Podcast ,Entrepreneurship Management &Design
December 06, 2024•44 min read
![2025 Colors of the Year & Color Trends [Roundtable]](https://images.leadconnectorhq.com/image/f_webp/q_80/r_320/u_https://storage.googleapis.com/msgsndr/MpE117NlJaWIYArk83MH/media/673fd87f1143fa2793316fed.png)
2025 Colors of the Year & Color Trends [Roundtable]
In this highly-anticipated episode of the Success by Design podcast, Katie is joined by color marketing experts to discuss the 2025 color of the year! ...more
Podcast ,Education Trends &Design
November 22, 2024•48 min read
![The Future of Interior Design in 2025 [The Table]](https://images.leadconnectorhq.com/image/f_webp/q_80/r_320/u_https://storage.googleapis.com/msgsndr/MpE117NlJaWIYArk83MH/media/672b8e76105b102ea5e26442.png)
The Future of Interior Design in 2025 [The Table]
Tune into the inaugural episode of The Success by Design Table Series where leaders in the interior design industry discuss business trends & predictions. ...more
Podcast ,Education Industry News Entrepreneurship &Design
November 08, 2024•46 min read
Fall ‘24 High Point Market Trends with Diana Rushton
In this episode of the Success by Design podcast, Di is back—but this time, Katie’s in the guest chair sharing all about the Fall ‘24 High Point Market. ...more
Podcast ,Industry News &Design
October 30, 2024•33 min read
Avoiding Burnout and Staying Fresh: How to Thrive as an Interior Designer for the Long Haul
As an interior designer, your creativity is your greatest asset, but it can also be your most fragile resource. Whether you’ve been running your firm for one year or twenty, the relentless pressure of... ...more
Blog ,Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship Management &Design
October 13, 2024•3 min read
Your Unique Journey is Your Strength: Katie's Story About Embracing the Non-Standard Path in Interior Design
Whether you are a new designer or leading a seven-figure firm, it can feel daunting, especially when your path doesn't seem to align with the traditional routes often celebrated in the industry. But l... ...more
Blog ,Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship &Design
October 13, 2024•3 min read
Embracing Art in Interior Design: Transforming Intimidation into Inspiration
The world of art can often seem intimidating, even to seasoned interior designers. The sheer breadth of styles, mediums, and historical contexts can be overwhelming. Yet, when approached with an open ... ...more
Blog ,Education Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship &Design
September 13, 2024•3 min read
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Art, Design, & Affordability [Roundtable]
In this roundtable episode, Mandy & Dr. Stacey join Katie to discuss art’s role in design & how to do things differently for the good of clients and artists. ...more
Podcast ,Design
August 30, 2024•66 min read
Unveiling the Hottest Interior Design Trends from Las Vegas Summer Market 2024
The Las Vegas Summer Market 2024 has just wrapped up, and it's clear that the design world is moving in bold, exciting directions. This year's market was a vibrant showcase of innovative trends that a... ...more
Blog ,Interior Commercial Design Trends Marketing &Design
August 09, 2024•3 min read
Staying on Top of Trends in Interior Design: Efficient Strategies for Time-Constrained Professionals
Navigating the swiftly shifting landscape of interior design requires a keen eye for trends without letting them consume your schedule. This white paper outlines practical strategies for interior desi... ...more
Blog ,Trends &Design
June 14, 2024•3 min read
2024 Interior Design Trends with Diana Rushton
In this episode, Diana Rushton returns to discuss the 2024 interior design trends she saw at the High Point market. ...more
Podcast ,Trends &Design
June 07, 2024•31 min read
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