In this episode, I’m sharing the real, behind-the-scenes business lessons I learned this year.

We’re talking about what actually moved the needle (and what was just noise), the difference between being busy and being strategic and how I started operating like a CEO

If you’re a designer who wants more consistency, confidence, and momentum in your business, this episode is for you.

✨ Ready to apply these lessons to your own business?
The Studio is where I help interior designers stop winging it and start building a business that’s clear, scalable, and profitable, without burning out or underpricing their work. DM me to claim your spot and set your business up for success in 2026.

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If nothing changes, nothing changes.
And six months from now, you’ll either be in a completely different place in your design business, or wondering why you’re still stuck in the same patterns.

We’ll talk about resilience, why community matters more than you think, and how showing up imperfectly (consistently) compounds faster than waiting for confidence to magically appear. If you’re serious about building a design business that supports your life, this episode is your wake-up call.

If you don’t want to be in the same spot six months from now, The Studio is where that shift happens. It’s for interior designers who are done circling the same questions and ready for real momentum, clarity, and five-figure months built on a repeatable, sustainable process. DM Caroline on Instagram to claim your spot❤️‍🔥

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So many business owners think the reason things feel hard is because they’re not disciplined enough, not confident enough, or not doing enough.
But most of the time? It’s because they’re trying to build a business as someone they’re not.

In this episode, we’re talking about the real difference between pushing yourself into growth and forcing yourself into a version of business that works against your personality, lifestyle and natural strengths.

If you’ve ever wondered why your business is struggling to get off the ground and you're looking around at everyone else for the answer, this episode is for you.

And if you’re ready to stop forcing and start building with structure, confidence, and sustainability, The Studio is where I help designers create a Virtual Design business that works FOR them. DM Caroline on Instagram with the word 'BUSINESS'.

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