84. Learn from my mistakes

In this episode, I share 7 BIG mistakes I’ve been over the years of being in the interior design industry and running my business! 😱 Recently in our design studio, we’ve been having conversations while onboarding new team members about design processes and why things are done the way they are, and it got me thinking about how I came with my processes and best practices. Guess what?! It was through MANY MISTAKES over the years!   Through the episode, I go into detail about these 7 big mistakes that I have made during my design career: Mistake #1 - Ordering from a memo, NOT A CFA Mistake #2 - Not being present on-site for big installations Mistake #3 - Not collecting payment first Mistake #4 - Giving FREE consultations Mistake #5 - Not inspecting products Mistake #6 - Pulling the trigger on ordering TOO EARLY Mistake #7 - NOT HAVE A PROCESS (facepalm) I hope this episode is helpful for 2 reasons - 1️⃣ that you find comfort knowing that others have made these mistakes or bigger ones and YOU ARE NOT ALONE, and 2️⃣ Take note of my mistakes and ensure that you don’t repeat them! 😉   If you like this episode and want to hear more about my mistakes, wins, fails, and unique situations while I’ve been a designer and a business owner, send me a DM on Instagram @msrebeccahay!  -- Join our Designer Community on Facebook, here. -- Leave a comment below on how you liked this episode and let me know what other topics or guests you’d like on the podcast. Don’t forget to rate the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or any other podcast platform!

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I’m Rebecca Hay and I have built a successful interior design business by trial and error, podcasts, online courses and books. Over the last decade I have grown from an insecure student to having career false starts and now I’ve finally landed where I want to be. Throughout my journey I’ve become deeply passionate about business and helping other entrepreneurs and career minded women. Each week I’ll share tangible takeaways from my own experience and the experiences of other badass women to help you build your confidence and change your business.