The Interior Design Business CEO podcast helps designers stop feeling stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed and empowers them with the tools and strategies they need to start feeling calm, confident, and in control of their business. Join Certified Life and Business Coach, and award-winning Interior Designer, Desi Creswell, as she pairs mindset with effective tips, tools, and processes to help you stop feeling pulled in a million different directions, and start building a profitable, fulfilling ...
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More and more of us are experiencing overwhelm and exhaustion from our busy lives. Can you relate? In The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life, your host Helen Calvert shares her quick (but not necessarily easy) tips on how to squeeze every last drop of enjoyment from your business and your life. Helen is a business coach, parent and director of the successful business support service Clear Day. Her mission is to bring calm and clarity to people’s lives, reduce the overwhelm and start living ...
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107. Designing for Good: Charitable Giving Strategies for Interior Designers with Mark Ostrom
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In this episode, I sit down with Mark Ostrom, the founder, executive director, and creative director of Joy Collaborative: a nonprofit located here in the Twin Cities that creates uplifting spaces for children with life-limiting conditions. Mark shares the story behind Joy Collaborative and explores how designers can give back in a way that's authe…
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There’s More to Life than Lists | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 91. We live in a time where there’s more in life to manage than ever before, so in this episode I’m exploring a deeper perspective on our relationship with productivity, and asking - what are we missing out on in pursuit of getting all the shit done? By understanding that there’s life beyond the list we can make space for the sma…
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106. Project Panic: Navigate Hiccups While Staying Calm
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In this episode, I answer a question from a listener who struggles with staying calm and collected when project issues arise. We often absorb the stress of these hiccups to shield our clients from them. However, things are most definitely going to go wrong at some point - whether it’s at the project site, during a presentation, or even in response …
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105. Pivot with Purpose: Should You Revise Your Year End Goals?
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You probably set yourself an annual financial goal back at the beginning of 2024, and here we are, coming into the final months of the year. Are you on track to hit your goals? Maybe you’re falling behind, or perhaps you’ve already surpassed your target and are wondering if you should raise the bar even higher. Listen in this week as I show you how…
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It’s All Projects | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 90. Today we take a look at how we can make non-work events less overwhelming by identifying and organising them into projects - just as you would in your business or your work. If you’re in charge of organising a family holiday, pulling off Christmas or managing the people or pets in your house, you’ll understand the stress that…
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104. Eliminate Business Bloat with "All Killer, No Filler"
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As CEOs of our businesses, we are constantly faced with decisions about what to keep, what to let go, and what to bring in. But without a clear framework for evaluating these choices, it's easy to get stuck in indecision or cling to things that no longer serve us. That's where the concept of All Killer, No Filler comes in - a simple yet profound wa…
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103. How to Optimize Your Team’s Performance, Productivity, and Profitability
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Whether you have part-time or full-time team members, it's crucial to ensure that their roles and responsibilities align with your company's goals. If you want to feel confident knowing that the investment you’ve made in your team members will optimize payback for you and your design business, it’s time to consider conducting a time audit, and I wa…
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Is Anyone Else in Your Household Doing Shit? | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 89. Are you the one doing ‘all the things’ in your household? Does it feel like too much? Today we take a careful look into the dynamics of household responsibilities and the importance of sharing the mental load. Creating an equal partnership with the other capable people in your home is a less-obvious act of self-kindness - but…
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Are you holding back in your interior design business due to a fear of rejection? You're not alone. As a designer, putting yourself and your creative ideas out there can feel incredibly vulnerable, and the possibility of hearing no can be paralyzing. But the truth is that learning to work with and move beyond this fear will be transformative for yo…
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101. Growing a Successful Design Business: Lessons from Campbell Minister
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This week, I’m joined by my former client and incredibly talented designer, Campbell Minister, as she lets us in on her journey from overwhelmed designer to true designer CEO. Over the past eight years, Campbell has grown her Montclair, New Jersey-based firm to a team of three designers, a director of operations, and a procurement and accounting te…
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Help I’m Overwhelmed | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 88. Still feeling overwhelmed despite all your structured task lists and well-planned projects? I’m here for you! In today's episode, I share actionable tips to refresh your system - from changing up your planning tools to seeking help from friends or professionals. Remember, no one system works forever—novelty keeps us engaged. …
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100. 100 Episodes Later: Top Lessons from Podcasting for Interior Designers
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As I celebrate the 100th episode of the show, there are important lessons I've learned from this incredible journey of creating what has become a well-reviewed and established podcast. But these insights go far beyond podcasting; they are valuable principles you can apply to any new initiative, goal, or project in your interior design business. Dis…
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We’ve covered a lot of ground over the past CEO Summer School episodes – from trading good for great to overcoming Someday Syndrome. Now it's time to reflect on which topic you want to delve deeper into and embody over the next month. In this episode, I guide you through choosing your focus and making it visible so you stay committed to your goals.…
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Remembering Why We Do Shit | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 87. Today’s episode is about remembering why we do shit. It’s easy to get sidetracked by the day-to-day running of your life, so when that stale, unmotivated feeling hits how should we respond? In this episode I share some simple ways to get clarity on how you want your life to be and your excitement back for your goals. Are you …
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98. How to Increase Your Confidence in Your Interior Design Business
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There are two distinct types of confidence that you can leverage in your interior design business to help it grow and also get out of your own way when your brain tells you, “Well, you've never done it before.” If it feels like your brain is holding you back from achieving your biggest goals, you’re in the right place. I explore the two types of co…
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Being an interior design entrepreneur is not for the faint of heart. Between managing client relationships, juggling multiple projects, and chasing big goals, self-doubt and insecurity are bound to creep in at times. But even amidst the ups and downs, there are moments when you've felt like you were absolutely nailing it. I share how to identify an…
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Getting Shit Done on a Bad Day | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 86. Getting shit done on a bad day. We all have days when the overwhelm is just too much and our motivation is through the floor. So how do we move past this when there are demands on us that can’t be put off? In this episode I share my simple tips for making even the most difficult days productive, and guess what? It all starts …
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Leading with your future self is all about focusing on where you're going, rather than where you've been. By setting intentions and taking action in alignment with the version of you that has already created the vision you hold for your business, you can access a well of inner guidance and wisdom. While your future self isn't perfect, they are fart…
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In this episode, I share examples of common blind spots and provide strategies to help you proactively identify what might be getting in your way. By cultivating greater self-awareness and learning to compassionately examine your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, you can skillfully navigate challenges and achieve the outcomes you desire in your bu…
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Help, I can’t Relax | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 85. Are you struggling to relax and find genuine enjoyment in your downtime? Do you ever feel weird or guilty because you can't seem to ‘switch off’? You're not alone. In this episode I explore the reasons why you might find it hard to make the most of your free time; guide you on how you can address the source of the issue and r…
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How are you delaying the daily tasks you just don’t want to get to? Where in your life or business are you prone to saying, “I’ll do it later?” If you often procrastinate with the best of intentions but find yourself never actually getting to the task, you're in the right place. Whether you’re putting things off in the short term or imagining grand…
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If you are currently delaying the results you want to see and the interior design business CEO you want to become, you’re not alone. We all engage in someday-ing our biggest dreams. Visualizing the result you want without actually putting in the effort can give you the positive emotional experience you want, but when it becomes your norm, your drea…
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What You Do When the List is Complete | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 84. This episode is all about what you do when the list is complete. Firstly, it’s important to remember that the list is never really done – there will always be plans and projects, that’s just life… but when you've tackled your tasks for this day, what will you do with you time? How we use this precious window is up to us as in…
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Last week, we discussed how feeling stuck between a rock and a hard place in your business is primarily a mental habit. The lens through which you view your life and business is similar. Recognizing your current lenses and considering other options lies at the heart of the mindset work I teach my clients, and I’m guiding you through this process to…
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If you know what you want to achieve next but only see two different yet equally undesirable options, you might be stuck in rock-and-a-hard-place thinking. Perhaps you’re faced with challenging circumstances or courses of action that feel uncomfortable, and you just can’t see beyond the 'bad' options. This is where today’s CEO Summer School lesson …
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Do I Need an App? | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 83. Do I need an app? We’re served a constant stream of ads for tools and apps, all promising to streamline, automate and organise our busy lives. It’s very seductive. But the truth for a lot of us is that a new app isn’t the answer to an easier life. In fact, pinning your hopes on an organisational tool may end up making you fee…
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As your business grows, you will continually cycle through periods of comfort and discomfort. Increasing your capacity for discomfort is an ever-evolving skill that is vital if you want to expand your vision of what’s possible. It all begins with accepting the fact that discomfort is part of the process, and this week, I’m inviting you to consider …
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When you think about where you want your business and life to be one year from now, what do you need to be willing to do and feel to make your vision a reality? This is your prompt for our CEO Summer School episode this week. Being willing is an essential ingredient to your success because it's how you’ll create new results and grow with your compa…
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Welcome to episode 82. Today we explore the practicalities and realities of outsourcing. From virtual assistants to social media managers, there's a freelancer for everything these days, but the process of letting part of your business go comes with its own insecurities. In this episode we talk about the first steps needed when considering outsourc…
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This week, I’m revisiting the concept of creating Your Life and Business Vision. This is an essential piece of goal-setting and business planning because this is where you’ll be creating a roadmap for self-defined success. Everything from what you prioritize to what you absolutely won’t do can all be clarified and filtered through your vision, whic…
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Welcome to the first episode of our CEO Summer School series! If you could wave a magic wand, what would great look and feel like in your business one year from now? Trading what feels good for what could be great can feel risky. Our brains aren’t inclined to search for what could be great when things feel good enough, so it’s your job to proactive…
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Co-working and Body Doubling | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 81. In this episode we’re exploring the productivity methods of co-working and body doubling. Packed with valuable strategies and examples of how working alongside others can make those challenging or mundane tasks easier and even enjoyable, the importance of understanding and accepting our own needs, including the need for socia…
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Whether it’s a client falling through, a key employee leaving, or receiving a health diagnosis, those big life-shaking moments are opportunities to reset. It’s moments like these, where you learn that anything can change in an instant, that remind us of the importance of creating space to proactively reset instead of having one forced upon us. That…
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Summer tends to be an exceptionally busy time for all of us. Your schedule is probably all over the place, you might be taking time off from work, and you probably want to get out and enjoy the sun. However, while you might want to devote less time to your business over the summer, you can’t ignore it. You want to be ready for the rest of 2024, and…
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The Creative Brain | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 80. In this episode we’re exploring the concept of the "creative brain". Whether that’s ADHD, autism or any other neurodiversity, it’s time for us to put the productivity rulebook in the bin, and instead build the confidence to tune in to our unique flow of energy. Let’s challenge societal norms and nurture a deeper understanding…
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If you’ve ever wondered why the mindset aspect of my work is so critical in my sessions with clients, this topic exemplifies exactly why. Your brain is with you 24/7 and has the power to completely transform your life and business. When you start asking high-quality questions, you essentially train your brain to become solution-oriented, and I’m sh…
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The lessons we’re taught around productivity often center around being more committed or disciplined to our goals and business vision. However, I’m taking a different approach this week and showing you how being less committed or uncommitting could be the solution to your productivity issues. Learn the power of uncommitting and when the practice of…
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Cyclical, Not Consistent | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 79. Are you tired of trying to force daily consistency when your body and energy levels have other plans? If you’re ready to embrace your cyclical nature and learn how to work with rather than against your fluctuating hormones to achieve better productivity and well-being, then this episode is for you. Let’s dive in! In this epis…
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A love of control is a tendency that is especially prevalent in the interior design industry. But the truth is, we can't control everything. So it's time for a pep talk about what you can and can't control in your interior design business, and every other area of your life. I share why it's important to have a clear idea of what you can actually co…
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If you’re prone to overthinking, over-planning, over-perfecting, or over-tweaking aspects of your interior design business, this is a must-listen episode. You might be under the illusion that you’re ensuring the highest quality outcome by delaying taking action, but this is far from the truth. That’s why, this week, I’m flipping this common saying …
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Help, I’ve Lost My Mojo! | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 78. Lost your mojo? Motivation at an all time low? Scary and frustrating as this might be, this is your body and your mind sending you an important message. In this episode I highlight the importance of acknowledging the voice of your self-worth and how you can start to address the issues that are causing your stress, making you …
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Just like the seasons change around us, we experience different seasons of our lives and businesses. Those periods of change must be acknowledged because they will come whether you address them or not. So why not be super intentional about how you want to spend your summer and create a plan for true rest, no matter what that might look like for you…
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79. The Evolution of a Designer CEO with Client Heather Peterson
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Heather Peterson runs a small boutique interior design firm based in Minneapolis, working with clients across the country. As a self-trained designer, she entered this field when she moved to Minneapolis from New York, decorating her own home and blogging her journey. Whether you’re in the early stages of your business or have been in the industry …
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How to Plan Your Year | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 77. It’s important to consider how we want to feel at the end of the year, what experiences we hope to have, and what we can do to make those aspirations a reality. By understanding our unique yearly patterns, planning for personal and seasonal energy shifts and setting realistic goals, we can set ourselves up for a year filled w…
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This week’s topic of competing desires is one that applies to you, regardless of the stage of business you’re in. Each year and each season of life will look different, and the goals you have for yourself and your business will continue to evolve. If you’re committed to achieving your goals, you must release the resistance of two desires being at o…
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77. PR for Interior Designers: The What, Why, and How with Molly Schoneveld
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Molly Schoneveld is a brand strategist, publicist, and the founder of The Storied Group: a luxury PR firm that specializes in representing designers and creative entrepreneurs. She’s here to shed light on what PR can look like for interior designers, and how to include it as part of the long game of your business. Molly and I cover everything from …
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How to Plan Your Month | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 76. In this episode, we talk about the power of planning your month around your natural cycle, understanding your changing energy levels and focusing on self-care. We dive into the importance of tracking our moods, mindful event planning, and creating a balance between obligations and desires. Join us as we delve into practical s…
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Do you often find yourself spiraling in worst-case scenarios? The truth is we are wired to consider all the possible worst-case scenarios. This is how our brains attempt to keep us safe. However, you have a choice in how you respond to your thinking when it’s presented. So if considering worst-case scenarios not only feels terrible but can actually…
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Every quarter is an opportunity to make new decisions based on what you’ve learned during the last quarter, and being strategic about your planning process is the secret to up-leveling your business. However, the reality is that most interior design business CEOs overlook an essential part of achieving bigger goals: regularly checking in by conduct…
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How to Plan Your Week | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
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Welcome to episode 75. Finding balance in your week is crucial to a happier and more fulfilled life, but we so often neglect to make room for the activities that bring us joy and nurture our souls. I this episode we take a detailed look at how you can plan your week so there’s time for work, play and all the other aspects of life that keep us busy.…
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