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Resilient by Design with Rebecca Hay

Rebecca Hay
Interior Design
Entrepreneurship
Power Of Process
Business Growth
High Point Market
Business Strategy
Personal Development
Client Relationships
Goal Setting
Mindset
Client Experience
Client Management
Client Communication
Time Management
High-End Clients
Project Management
Marketing
Trade Day
Networking
Personal Growth

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'... more

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In this episode, Rebecca sits down with Jennifer Dewhirst, Director of Brand and Merchandising at Dovetail Furniture, for a behind-the-scenes look at how wholesale furniture collections are built for designers.

Jennifer shares how Dovetail develops... more

The effect Trade Day had on my business, the way this initial onboarding event sets the expectations and tone for the whole project cannot be overstated. But, take it from me, there are certain dos and don'ts that you need to take into account for it... more

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If your pipeline feels inconsistent, your inquiries have slowed down, or you keep putting marketing on the back burner while you focus on client work… this episode is for you.

In today's solo episode, I'm breaking down why overthinking your marketi... more

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Talking about money can feel uncomfortable, but it's one of the most important skills to master as a design business owner.

In this episode, I'm joined by Dina Holland to talk about why designers struggle with pricing conversations and how to build... more

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Episode: 331. How Wholesale Furniture Collections Are Built for Designers
Laura Tolhoek
Founder and Principal Consultant for Essential HR
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Sarah St. Amand
Founder and principal designer of Sarah St. Amand Interior Design
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Episode: 323. How to Offer High-End Design at Different Price Points
Renée Biery
Construction expert, designer, and coach of interior designers on construction management
The Only Girl on the Jobsite / Designer's Edge
Episode: 322. Stop Losing Money on Construction: Flat Fees, Procurement, and Boundaries
Sarah Trop
Award-winning interior designer and winner of HGTV's Flea Market Flip
Founder of FunCycled
Episode: 318. Owning your niche. How this HGTV winner turned her love for up-cycling into a thriving luxury design firm
Regan Baker
Owner and principal of Regan Baker Design, based in San Francisco, specializing in high-end residential design.
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Episode: Scaling your business and growing your team with Regan Baker [Rebroadcast]
John Genova
Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Dovetail Furniture
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Episode: 312. Stop Shopping Retail: How Wholesale Vendor Partnerships Boost Profit in Your Design Business
Mae Reedy
Founder of Mae Reedy Build and Design, a Dallas-based principal designer and general contractor.
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Episode: 310. Beyond Survival Mode: Building a Stable, Profitable Interior Design Business
Dina Holland
Founder and principal of Dina Holland Interiors and Honey & Fitz
Honey & Fitz
Episode: Grow your team, Grow your Business with Dina Holland [Rebroadcast]

Host

Rebecca Hay
Host and founder of the podcast focused on resilience, leadership, and growth in the interior design industry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 191 ratings
  • Inspiring!

    Rebecca has created such an inspiring platform for designers. Her conversations go beyond the surface and get into the real experiences of building a design business. I recently joined her on the podcast and loved the thoughtful questions and the opportunity to share ideas with her audience.

    If you’re a designer navigating the business side of our industry, this show is full of valuable perspective and encouragement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    devignierdesign
    United States3 months ago
  • Such a Worthwhile listen !

    Rebecca is a joy to listen to. She has changed the way I think about my business and definitely the way I run my business. Thank you Rebecca !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nat @ Studio 180
    Canada5 months ago
  • One of my Favorites!

    I’ve been listening to Rebecca’s podcast for a couple years now. It’s always one of my favorites. I really appreciate her style of teaching. It’s very clear and easy to understand with actionable steps. She has a heart for designers to understand how to build a profitable yet peaceful business and does her best to convey those things. As a designer and business owner, I’ve learned a lot and it’s one of my favorite podcast to listen to. Thank you! Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Salted Hue Interiors
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Insights!

    I recently had the pleasure of joining Rebecca on her podcast, and it was such a thoughtful, genuine conversation about the realities of building a design business with purpose. She has a gift for drawing out real stories and practical insights, and her episodes are always full of heart and honesty. It’s a must-listen for any designer who wants to grow with intention.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dwell by Cheryl
    United States7 months ago
  • A must-listen!

    Rebecca Hay’s Resilient by Design podcast is such a gift to our industry. I had the honor of being interviewed about The Cool Girl’s Guide to High Point Market, and from start to finish, Rebecca made me feel completely at ease. She has a unique way of drawing out meaningful stories and insights while keeping the conversation fun and approachable.

    I so admire her leadership in the design community - she generously shares her knowledge and brings out the very best in people. Beyond the podcast, I... more

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    5
    ArtfulInteriors
    United States8 months ago

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329. Why Designers Struggle to Talk About Money with Dina Holland
Q: How has Dina's view of scaling changed over time?
Dina explains that scaling shifted from chasing a large firm with many employees to focusing on working on bigger, more complex projects with a lean team, while empowering her staff to contribute creatively within a clear process.
318. Owning your niche. How this HGTV winner turned her love for up-cycling into a thriving luxury design firm
Q: Can you walk us through what biophilic design is and how you incorporate it into your projects?
Biophilic design is about bringing nature in to create calming spaces, using natural light, colors, plants, and organic materials.
318. Owning your niche. How this HGTV winner turned her love for up-cycling into a thriving luxury design firm
Q: How did you get to do all those things? Tell me your journey.
I started as a business owner who is pretty risk averse. As I pushed into business on my own, I realized how risk equals reward.
257. Progress Over Perfection: Lessons from Your Year in Business
Q: What do you never want to do again?
Listeners should compile a list of experiences they never wish to repeat, as recognizing these will help inform future decisions.
257. Progress Over Perfection: Lessons from Your Year in Business
Q: What was your favorite business experience in 2024?
Listeners are encouraged to reflect on and document their favorite business experiences, indicating that these moments are important for personal growth and motivation moving forward.

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What is Resilient by Design about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently centers on building and growing a design business with a strong emphasis on operations, pricing, leadership, and client relationships. Guests typically include designers who have scaled firms, HR or onboarding experts, construction and procurement specialists, and providers of business tools for designers. Noteworthy threads across episodes include creating repeatable systems, moving to value-driven marketing, and developing clear processes for premium clients and high-end projects. The format often blends practical frameworks with personal stories, offering actionable steps for improving profitability, resilience, and leadership. The program is particularly valuable for designers looking to formalize operations, price... more

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1. Jen Dewhurst
2. Laura Tolhoek
3. Sarah St. Amand
4. Renée Biery
5. Sarah Trop
6. Regan Baker
7. John Genova
8. Mae Reedy

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