Success by Design: Mastering Interior Design
As an interior designer, do you feel caught between your love for design and the realities of running a profitable business? Whether you're launching your firm or scaling up, the business side of interior design can be complex—and often overwhelming.
That’s where Katie Decker-Erickson comes in. As a business coach for interior designers and founder of a multimillion-dollar design firm, she knows firsthand what it takes to build a thriving, sustainable business while staying true to your creative vision. With nearly 20 years in the industry and a Master’s in Business Administration, Katie is in the trenches—elevating her own firm while helping designers master the business of design.
This podcast helps designers like you bridge the gap between creativity and entrepreneurship. Katie shares real-world insights and actionable strategies to streamline operations, boost profitability, and build a business that works for you—not the other way around.
Your Business Reality Check Starts Here
How to Break Through Overwhelm and Actually Move Your Design Business Forward
From Designer to CEO: How Owning the Vision Grows Your Business
Overcoming Self-Doubt as a Designer: Why Confidence Is Your Real Growth Strategy
The Limiting Beliefs Stopping You from Scaling Your Business
What Got You Here Won’t Get You There — And That’s a Good Thing
Building a Resilient Design Business Even When the Economy Isn’t
Pricing with Confidence in a Shaky Economy (Part 1 of Thriving Through Economic Uncertainty)
6 Unexpected Lessons to Scale Your Interior Design Business (Shannon’s Story)
Interior Design Debriefs: The 20 Minute Profit Booster
The Secret to More Interior Design Referrals
Scope Creep Solutions for Profitable Interior Design
Interior Design Onboarding to Protect Profit & Clients
The Hidden Costs of Discounting Your Interior Design Services
How to Turn Consultations Into Paid Opportunities
Design Heals The Secret Sauce Top Designers Are Using to Charge More
Vegas Market 2025 Bold Interior Design Trends and Statement Décor
Interior Design Business Strategy That Works in a Downturn [The Table]
7 Strategies to Attract Interior Design Clients Without Spending a Dime
Interior Design Business Tips to Thrive During Slowdowns
Wondering If Coaching Is Worth It Rachel Says Yes—Here’s Why
Designers, Step Away! How Strategic Breaks Unlock Your Full Potential
Know Your Numbers Cash Flow, Taxes & Accounting for Interior Designers
Inside Out Interiors Core Strategies for Designers
Design DNA Unlock Your Firm’s True Potential
Building a Future Proof Interior Design Business
Beyond the Blueprint Scaling Your Interior Design Business with Soul
Attracting Luxury Interior Design Clients w John McClain
Unlock the Secret to Packaging and Pricing Your Design Services for High End Clients
Defining Your Ideal Interior Design Client