Reputation & Honesty: Paul Meyer's Path to Success in Interior Design

In this episode of the Evolve to Succeed podcast, Warren interviews Paul Meyer, the founder of Jade Aden Interiors. 

Paul shares his dramatic business journey, starting from his early experiences working for his father, forming Mayflower Interiors, and eventually facing the challenges that led to its downfall. 

He discusses the lessons learned throughout his career, the importance of resilience, and how he rebuilt his business with Jade Aden Interiors.

Paul covers several engaging topics, from the evolution of office design, turning a hobby into a venture, and the impact of social media in business. Paul emphasises the importance of reputation, honesty, and the value of having a strong support system in business.

This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…

-    Paul's early career and how it was shaped by a challenging relationship with his father. -    The importance of honesty in business dealings. -    The desire for independence as an entrepreneur. -    The emotional toll of failure in business. -    How to overcome setbacks in business. -    Why maintaining a good reputation is crucial. -    Turning a hobby into a venture. -    Generational transitions in business. -    The importance of legal integrity. -    The evolution of office design. -    How social media can create unrealistic expectations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction 02:50 Early Career 05:48 Mayflower Interiors 09:10 Challenges and Growth 12:02 Partnerships and Conflicts 14:53 Downfall of Mayflower Interiors 17:46 Starting Anew 20:57 Future Planning 23:46 Advice for Entrepreneurs 27:09 Pride 27:37 Hospitality 30:29 Family 33:51 Generational Transition 35:04 Resilience 38:28 Lessons Learned 40:53 Evolution of Office Design 43:45 Personal Success