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E236|Making a dream a reality. How to become an interior designer with Carolyn Hayter

May 08, 2024 Joy Foster Season 1 Episode 236
E236|Making a dream a reality. How to become an interior designer with Carolyn Hayter
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E236|Making a dream a reality. How to become an interior designer with Carolyn Hayter
May 08, 2024 Season 1 Episode 236
Joy Foster

‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ 🌈

It’s the question every kid gets asked at some point, an invitation to dream about the life you could live – and sometimes, it’s the start of something special.

At 10, Carolyn Hayter was told fashion design could be a route for her creative talents. However, after marrying young and starting a family, buying a house and making it home ignited a passion for interior design. 🏠

And it’s a passion that’s burned brightly for Carolyn for the past 30 years. But making her dream of becoming an interior designer a reality hasn’t been without a few twists and turns along the way.

Here’s why you need to tune in
Carolyn’s story proves that if you want something badly enough, you will find a way to pull on a pair of brave pants and make it work. You’ll hear the steps she took to follow her dream career and how she’s used social media to grow her interior design business. Plus, you’ll also get an insight into how Carolyn charges for her time and the brilliant tool she uses to create everything from moodboards to invoices.

Here’s what to listen out for

[00:44] Carolyn’s dream goes back years.

[02:41] Carolyn puts on her brave pants to follow her dream.

[07:44] How social media has helped Carolyn in her interior design business.

[10:31] The power of networking.

[13:52] How do you grow your mailing list? 

[17:15] Why you have to decide to go for your dream.

[18:26] The biggest benefit of doing TechPixies.

[24:20] How do you charge and invoice for your services?

Whether you want to become an interior designer or just want to be inspired by someone who has made owning their dream business a reality, press play now. ▶️▶️▶️

Love our podcast? Leave a review and get hold of our Quick Start Podcast Guide.

For details of resources mentioned in this episode, visit TechPixies.com

Want to get in touch? We'd love to hear from you.

Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com

Thanks for listening!

Show Notes

‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ 🌈

It’s the question every kid gets asked at some point, an invitation to dream about the life you could live – and sometimes, it’s the start of something special.

At 10, Carolyn Hayter was told fashion design could be a route for her creative talents. However, after marrying young and starting a family, buying a house and making it home ignited a passion for interior design. 🏠

And it’s a passion that’s burned brightly for Carolyn for the past 30 years. But making her dream of becoming an interior designer a reality hasn’t been without a few twists and turns along the way.

Here’s why you need to tune in
Carolyn’s story proves that if you want something badly enough, you will find a way to pull on a pair of brave pants and make it work. You’ll hear the steps she took to follow her dream career and how she’s used social media to grow her interior design business. Plus, you’ll also get an insight into how Carolyn charges for her time and the brilliant tool she uses to create everything from moodboards to invoices.

Here’s what to listen out for

[00:44] Carolyn’s dream goes back years.

[02:41] Carolyn puts on her brave pants to follow her dream.

[07:44] How social media has helped Carolyn in her interior design business.

[10:31] The power of networking.

[13:52] How do you grow your mailing list? 

[17:15] Why you have to decide to go for your dream.

[18:26] The biggest benefit of doing TechPixies.

[24:20] How do you charge and invoice for your services?

Whether you want to become an interior designer or just want to be inspired by someone who has made owning their dream business a reality, press play now. ▶️▶️▶️

Love our podcast? Leave a review and get hold of our Quick Start Podcast Guide.

For details of resources mentioned in this episode, visit TechPixies.com

Want to get in touch? We'd love to hear from you.

Follow us on social media @techpixies and ping us a DM or drop us a line at support@techpixies.com

Thanks for listening!