272. From New Grad to Team Leader: How this Designer Built a Thriving Design Business

Success in business isn’t about working harder—it’s about working smarter. In this episode, Rebecca Hay sits down with Anika Schachtler, a rising star in the interior design world, to discuss how she has built a thriving interior design business by refining her processes, niching down, and hiring early. Since her last appearance on the podcast, Anika has made incredible strides—shifting her business model, growing her team, and eliminating unnecessary client emails by communicating less but better. She shares the mindset shifts that helped her scale, how she refined her process to increase profitability, and why hiring was a game-changer for her success. The four symptoms of inefficiency in an interior design business How niching down has transformed the type of clients she attracts The power of process in reducing overwhelm and improving client experience Why hiring early—even in the first years of business—can accelerate growth A game-changing mindset shift from working harder to working smarter If you're looking to streamline your business, attract the right clients, and grow without burnout, this episode is a must-listen.   Learn more about Anika Schachtler at her website and follow her on Instagram Podcast Episode 243: Double your Design Rates with a Solid Process with Anika Schachtler 10X is Easier than 2X   Download our Free Resources ➡️ Pre-qualify your clients with my Discovery Call Script ➡️ Stay confident from beginning to end with my Consultation Checklist    ➡️ Looking for a quick infusion of cash? Grab my 4 easy ways of increasing your revenue   Looking to elevate your business? Learn more about our courses ➡️ Want the complete blueprint to calculate your design fee with confidence and ease? Learn more about my Pricing with Confidence course ➡️ Want to be the first to know when Power of Process is returning? Click to learn more about the business blueprint for interior design firm owners. ➡️Want to be the first to know when the next episode drops? Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the Resilient by Design Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!