Helping interior designers build their businesses is something that brings me so much joy and fulfillment. I know what it’s like to find out that this line of work isn’t always fun, and that the business aspect comes with a ton of unexpected challenges.

My guest today shares my passion for coaching interior design business owners. Traci Connell is a fabulous interior designer, business coach, and public speaker. Not only is she an expert at delivering livable luxury designs, but she also has the experience and expertise to coach new designers on building successful businesses.

In today’s episode, I interview Traci about her experience transitioning from teacher and secondary income earner to divorced, interior design business owner and coach. We dive into the challenges she faced when starting her business, and some of the things she coaches new designers on today. Y’all, if you’re at the start of your design career, you do not want to miss this conversation. 

What You’ll Learn from this Episode:

  • The major lessons Traci learned in the first few years of business. 
  • How Traci’s home became a place to heal after her divorce.
  • How Traci structured her business to be a primary income earner. 
  • The 3 things Traci did to streamline her business. 
  • Why we both prefer one-on-one and small group coaching.
  • Traci’s tips for dealing with exhaustion and burnout.

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