Design Boss Dialogue The Interior Design Business Podcast

Lisa-Marie Elkhadraoui
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This is Design Boss Dialogue, the podcast that brings bold and ambitious women in Interior Design together where they come for real conversations to transform and take their design business to new heights. I am your host and fellow Interior Designer Lisa-Marie Elkhadraoui, here to share my experiences and insights into running an Interior Design business as well as empower you to build the confident, profitable design business you have been dreaming of and truly deserve. Dive into the world of my interior design company and business mentoring business and I support you grow and build a thriving interior design company. 

  1. 1D AGO

    Ep 72 Foundations To Confidence, Inside The Design Destiny And Design Thrive Journey With Laura Clark

    Send a text In this uplifting and honest episode, Lisa-Marie Elkhadraoui is joined by interior designer Laura Clark for a powerful conversation about growth, mindset and what becomes possible when women stop trying to build businesses alone. Laura shares her real experience inside Design Destiny and Design Thrive, and how these spaces became a turning point in both her business and her confidence as a business owner. From reconnecting with the foundational pillars of her business to evolving her pricing strategy and decision making, Laura reflects on just how much can change in a year when you are supported, guided and surrounded by the right people. At the heart of this episode is the power of community. Laura speaks openly about the impact of meeting a group of like-minded women, the accountability that comes from shared growth, and why staying within the Design Thrive environment allowed deeper insights, stronger implementation and lasting change. This conversation is not about quick wins or overnight success. It is about sustainable growth, mindset work that supports long term confidence, and understanding that pricing, leadership and clarity are built over time with the right support. If you are an interior designer or woman in business who knows there is another level available to you, this episode will resonate deeply. Why Design Destiny? Design Destiny is for interior designers who are ready to build businesses rooted in clarity, confidence and alignment, not chaos or burnout. Combined with the ongoing mentorship and community inside Design Thrive, it offers a space where women are supported to grow, implement, reflect and evolve together. This episode is your reminder that success does not come from doing more, but from building smarter, being supported and choosing to invest in yourself. Connect with Laura Clark HERE  Before you go I am hosting The Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp, a free, five-day live bootcamp designed to help interior designers rebuild and strengthen the foundations of their business and one of our pillars are building more confidence through internal energetics and what that looks like.  Dates: Monday 23rd February – Friday 27th February Over five days, you’ll explore the core areas of your interior design business that influence clarity, confidence, boundaries, and sustainable growth. I will guide you through identifying what needs to be built, refined, or reset so your business can properly support you. You’ll receive: Practical insightsBusiness resetsGuidance to help you step back and make aligned decisionsI am also inviting you to come spend two evenings with me online as a VIP client, this is limited to 7 women, which includes: Two live evening hot-seat coaching sessions during the bootcamp weekDirect support in implementing the work into your own businessPersonal guidance translating the foundations into real-world actionVIP details are available on the opt-in page. Join the free Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp HERE Continue the conversation and connect with Lisa-Marie HERE Feel free to DM or tag Lisa-Marie after listening to the episode. And as always if you have loved this episode we would love for you to leave a review and if you screenshot this podcast and share it on your socials, tagging @Design_Boss_Diary in then we have a special gift waiting just for you.  See you in the next episode you lovely lot! Xx

    16 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Ep 71 From passion to profession, how to switch from it is a business not a hobby with Catrin Stuart

    Send a text In this uplifting and empowering episode, Lisa-Marie Elkhadraoui sits down with Catrin Stuart, who shares her experience inside Design Destiny and Design Thrive, and the profound shifts that followed. Catrin reflects on how what began as a passion gradually evolved into a structured, confident business. She speaks openly about the clarity she gained around her processes, pricing, and positioning, and how that clarity transformed not only her business decisions but her self-belief as a businesswoman. A recurring theme throughout this conversation is the power of community. Catrin describes the experience of being surrounded by ambitious, supportive women who were equally committed to growth. That environment, alongside mentorship and structured guidance, created momentum, accountability, and confidence. This episode explores the importance of treating your work as a business rather than a hobby, understanding the role of investment in growth, and building pricing strategies that support sustainable success. It’s a warm and honest conversation about stepping into leadership, backing yourself properly, and allowing your passion to become something professionally powerful. You can dive into Catrin’s World HERE This episode is a reminder that loving what you do is only the beginning. When clarity meets structure, and passion is supported by mentorship and community, transformation naturally follows. If you are building something you care deeply about, but know it needs stronger foundations, Catrin’s journey will resonate deeply. You don’t need to abandon passion to build professionally, you need to support it properly. Before you go I am hosting The Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp, a free, five-day live bootcamp designed to help interior designers rebuild and strengthen the foundations of their business and one of our pillars are building more confidence through internal energetics and what that looks like.  Dates: Monday 23rd February – Friday 27th February Over five days, you’ll explore the core areas of your interior design business that influence clarity, confidence, boundaries, and sustainable growth. I will guide you through identifying what needs to be built, refined, or reset so your business can properly support you. You’ll receive: Practical insightsBusiness resetsGuidance to help you step back and make aligned decisionsI am also inviting you to come spend two evenings with me online as a VIP client, this is limited to 7 women, which includes: Two live evening hot-seat coaching sessions during the bootcamp weekDirect support in implementing the work into your own businessPersonal guidance translating the foundations into real-world actionVIP details are available on the opt-in page. Join the free Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp HERE Continue the conversation and connect with Lisa-Marie HERE Feel free to DM or tag Lisa-Marie after listening to the episode. And as always if you have loved this episode we would love for you to leave a review and if you screenshot this podcast and share it on your socials, tagging @Design_Boss_Diary in then we have a special gift waiting just for you.  See you in the next episode you lovely lot! Xx

    18 min

  3. 6D AGO

    Ep 70 From Doubt To Deciding, When Strategy And Support Change Everything With Rachael Harding

    Send a text In this honest and inspiring episode, Lisa-Marie Elkhadraoui sits down with Rachael Harding, an interior designer who shares her transformative journey over the past 18 months and the pivotal shifts that changed both her business and her confidence. Rachael reflects on her early struggles with structure, visibility, and consistency, and how being talented alone was not enough to create the business she truly wanted. She opens up about her experience inside group coaching environments, before making the brave decision to invest in one-to-one coaching, a move that marked a powerful turning point in her growth. This conversation explores the importance of mindset work, embracing imperfect action, and allowing yourself to be seen before everything feels finished or perfect. Rachael also shares her recent wins, from awards and recognition to networking opportunities and deeper connections within the industry, highlighting the role of community, collaboration, and visibility in building a sustainable interior design business. It’s a grounded reminder that transformation happens when strategy, mindset, and support come together, and that growth is often unlocked by choosing to take action before you feel fully ready. This episode is a beautiful reminder that you do not need to have everything figured out before taking your next step. If you are an interior designer feeling capable but stuck, quietly doubting yourself, or craving more structure and support, Rachael’s journey will resonate deeply. Transformation doesn’t come from waiting. It comes from deciding to move. Connect with Rachael Harding HERE  Before you go I am hosting The Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp, a free, five-day live bootcamp designed to help interior designers rebuild and strengthen the foundations of their business and one of our pillars are building more confidence through internal energetics and what that looks like.  Dates: Monday 23rd February – Friday 27th February Over five days, you’ll explore the core areas of your interior design business that influence clarity, confidence, boundaries, and sustainable growth. I will guide you through identifying what needs to be built, refined, or reset so your business can properly support you. You’ll receive: Practical insightsBusiness resetsGuidance to help you step back and make aligned decisionsI am also inviting you to come spend two evenings with me online as a VIP client, this is limited to 7 women, which includes: Two live evening hot-seat coaching sessions during the bootcamp weekDirect support in implementing the work into your own businessPersonal guidance translating the foundations into real-world actionVIP details are available on the opt-in page. Join the free Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp HERE Continue the conversation and connect with Lisa-Marie HERE Feel free to DM or tag Lisa-Marie after listening to the episode. And as always if you have loved this episode we would love for you to leave a review and if you screenshot this podcast and share it on your socials, tagging @Design_Boss_Diary in then we have a special gift waiting just for you.  See you in the next episode you lovely lot! Xx

    30 min

  4. FEB 11

    Ep 69 The Real Reason Why Designers Grow Faster in A Likeminded Community With Claire Trayfoot

    Send a text In this uplifting and honest episode, Lisa-Marie Elkhadraoui is joined by Claire for a powerful conversation about transformation, mindset and what becomes possible when women stop trying to grow their businesses alone. Claire shares her real experience inside Design Destiny and Design Thrive, and how these programmes became a turning point not just in her business, but in how she sees herself as a business owner. From shifting long-held mindset blocks to gaining clarity, confidence and direction, Claire opens up about why this work felt genuinely life-changing. Together, they explore the role mindset plays in business growth, why community support is essential (especially in the early and middle stages of business), and how being surrounded by women on a similar journey creates momentum, belief and accountability. This episode is a reminder that growth isn’t just about strategy, it’s about who you’re becoming as you build your business, and the environment you place yourself in while doing it. If you’re an interior designer craving clarity, confidence and support, this conversation will land deeply. Is Design Destiny for you? If you’re an interior designer who knows there’s more available to you, more clarity, more confidence, more consistency. Design Destiny is designed to support that evolution. Combined with the ongoing mentorship and community inside Design Thrive, these programmes create a space where strategy meets mindset, structure meets support, and women grow together. This episode is your nudge to stop waiting for the “right time” and start backing yourself. Tune in now and discover what’s possible when you invest in your growth and place yourself in the right environment. Connect with Claire Trayfoot  HERE  Before you go I am hosting The Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp, a free, five-day live bootcamp designed to help interior designers rebuild and strengthen the foundations of their business and one of our pillars are building more confidence through internal energetics and what that looks like.  Dates: Monday 23rd February – Friday 27th February Over five days, you’ll explore the core areas of your interior design business that influence clarity, confidence, boundaries, and sustainable growth. I will guide you through identifying what needs to be built, refined, or reset so your business can properly support you. You’ll receive: Practical insightsBusiness resetsGuidance to help you step back and make aligned decisionsI am also inviting you to come spend two evenings with me online as a VIP client, there is availability for 2 more women, which includes: Two live evening hot-seat coaching sessions during the bootcamp weekDirect support in implementing the work into your own businessPersonal guidance translating the foundations into real-world actionVIP details are available on the opt-in page. Join the free Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp HERE Continue the conversation and connect with Lisa-Marie HERE Feel free to DM or tag Lisa-Marie after listening to the episode. And as always if you have loved this episode we would love for you to leave a review and if you screenshot this podcast and share it on your socials, tagging @Design_Boss_Diary in then we have a special gift waiting just for you.  See you in the next episode you lovely lot! xx

    11 min

  5. FEB 9

    Ep 68 Transforming Your Interior Design Business, Claire’s Journey And Where She Started With Claire Moran Design’s

    Send us a text In this short yet powerful episode, Lisa‑Marie Elkhadraoui is joined by interior designer Claire Moran, founder of Claire Moran Designs, for an honest and uplifting conversation about growth, confidence and what truly moves the needle in a design business. This episode pulls back the curtain on Claire’s journey inside Design Destiny, and how being part of the right community, at the right time, completely shifted how she shows up in her business. Together, Lisa-Marie and Claire explore what happens when women stop trying to build businesses in isolation and instead lean into shared support, structure and collaboration. Claire shares how having clear foundations, stronger boundaries and access to real-time guidance helped her quiet self-doubt, communicate more confidently with clients, and create momentum in her business without burning herself out. This conversation is a reminder that growth is not about doing more, it’s about doing the right things, with the right support, and feeling held while you evolve. If you are an interior designer craving clarity, confidence and a sense of belonging in your business journey, this episode will speak directly to you. Is Design Destiny for you? If you’re an interior designer who feels capable and talented, but craves more clarity, consistency and confidence in your business, Design Destiny was created for you. It’s a space where structure meets mindset, strategy meets support, and women grow together, not in isolation. This episode is your invitation to stop figuring it all out alone and start building your business with intention, clarity and community. Tune in now and discover what’s possible when you choose to grow differently. Connect with Claire Moran HERE  Before you go I am hosting The Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp, a free, five-day live bootcamp designed to help interior designers rebuild and strengthen the foundations of their business and one of our pillars are building more confidence through internal energetics and what that looks like.  Dates: Monday 23rd February – Friday 27th February Over five days, you’ll explore the core areas of your interior design business that influence clarity, confidence, boundaries, and sustainable growth. I will guide you through identifying what needs to be built, refined, or reset so your business can properly support you. You’ll receive: Practical insightsBusiness resetsGuidance to help you step back and make aligned decisionsI am also inviting you to come spend two evenings with me online as a VIP client, this is limited to 7 women, which includes: Two live evening hot-seat coaching sessions during the bootcamp weekDirect support in implementing the work into your own businessPersonal guidance translating the foundations into real-world actionVIP details are available on the opt-in page. Join the free Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp HERE Continue the conversation and connect with Lisa-Marie HERE Feel free to DM or tag Lisa-Marie after listening to the episode. And as always if you have loved this episode we would love for you to leave a review and if you screenshot this podcast and share it on your socials, tagging @Design_Boss_Diary in then we have a special gift waiting just for you.  See you in the next episode you lovely lot! xx

    13 min

  6. FEB 6

    Ep 67 The Hidden reason why Interior Designers stay stuck in Imposter Syndrome

    Send us a text In this grounded and reassuring episode of the Design Boss Dialogue podcast, Lisa-Marie Elkhadraoui speaks directly to women in the interior design industry who feel capable, talented, yet quietly unsure of themselves. Lisa-Marie explores why so many designers experience imposter syndrome, not because they lack confidence or ability, but because they are trying to build businesses without clear structure, services, or sales processes. She reframes imposter syndrome as a structural issue rather than a mindset flaw, and explains how clarity creates confidence, ease, and authority. This episode dives into the importance of understanding your services, guiding clients through sales conversations with clarity, and building foundations that support you rather than drain you. Lisa-Marie also introduces the Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp as a practical and supportive space for designers who are ready to move from feeling like hobbyists into confident, grounded business owners. It’s an honest reminder that confidence doesn’t come from pushing harder or fixing yourself. It comes from knowing what you offer, how you sell it, and having the right structure around you. This episode is for the interior designer who feels capable but uncertain, busy yet unclear, and quietly questioning herself behind the scenes. If you’ve ever wondered why confidence feels elusive despite your talent, this conversation will help you see that nothing is wrong with you. You don’t need to become more confident. You need clearer foundations. And once those are in place, everything begins to feel lighter. Before you go I am hosting The Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp, a free, five-day live bootcamp designed to help interior designers rebuild and strengthen the foundations of their business and one of our pillars are building more confidence through internal energetics and what that looks like.  Dates: Monday 23rd February – Friday 27th February Over five days, you’ll explore the core areas of your interior design business that influence clarity, confidence, boundaries, and sustainable growth. I will guide you through identifying what needs to be built, refined, or reset so your business can properly support you. You’ll receive: Practical insightsBusiness resetsGuidance to help you step back and make aligned decisionsI am also inviting you to come spend two evenings with me online as a VIP client, this is limited to 7 women, which includes: Two live evening hot-seat coaching sessions during the bootcamp weekDirect support in implementing the work into your own businessPersonal guidance translating the foundations into real-world actionVIP details are available on the opt-in page. Join the free Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp HERE Continue the conversation and connect with Lisa-Marie HERE Feel free to DM or tag Lisa-Marie after listening to the episode. And as always if you have loved this episode we would love for you to leave a review and if you screenshot this podcast and share it on your socials, tagging @Design_Boss_Diary in then we have a special gift waiting just for you.  See you in the next episode you lovely lot! Xx

    13 min

  7. JAN 30

    Ep 66 Aligned From the Crown Down: How Hair Shapes Confidence & Leadership

    Send us a text In this uplifting and deeply affirming episode, Lisa-Marie Elkhadraoui is joined by Adam, founder of Adam James Hair Salon, to explore the transformative role hair plays in confidence, self-expression, and how we show up in business and leadership. This is not a conversation about trends or surface-level aesthetics. It’s about identity, energy, and alignment. Together, Lisa-Marie and Adam unpack how hair influences not only how we look, but how we feel, how we carry ourselves, and how we are perceived professionally. They explore why hair is often the final piece that brings a woman back into alignment with her higher self, and how feeling “off” with your hair can quietly impact confidence, boundaries, and presence. Adam shares powerful insights into the importance of trust and connection between stylist and client, why the right hairdresser becomes a long-term partner rather than a service provider, and how intentional choices around your hair can elevate your personal brand without chasing trends. This episode gently reminds us that confidence is often built through alignment on the outside as well as within, and that when you feel good in yourself, you lead, speak, and show up differently. If you’ve ever felt that a small change created a big internal shift, this conversation will resonate deeply. This episode is an invitation to see hair not as a superficial detail, but as part of your confidence, identity, and leadership as a woman in business. When you feel aligned from the crown down, you don’t just look different, you speak differently, lead differently, and move differently. And sometimes, the journey back to your higher self begins in the salon chair. Connect with Adam James HERE  Follow His Instagram HERE Before you go I am hosting The Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp, a free, five-day live bootcamp designed to help interior designers rebuild and strengthen the foundations of their business and one of our pillars are building more confidence through internal energetics and what that looks like.  Dates: Monday 23rd February – Friday 27th February Over five days, you’ll explore the core areas of your interior design business that influence clarity, confidence, boundaries, and sustainable growth. I will guide you through identifying what needs to be built, refined, or reset so your business can properly support you. You’ll receive: Practical insightsBusiness resetsGuidance to help you step back and make aligned decisionsI am also inviting you to come spend two evenings with me online as a VIP client, this is limited to 7 women, which includes: Two live evening hot-seat coaching sessions during the bootcamp weekDirect support in implementing the work into your own businessPersonal guidance translating the foundations into real-world actionVIP details are available on the opt-in page. Join the free Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp HERE Continue the conversation and connect with Lisa-Marie HERE Feel free to DM or tag Lisa-Marie after listening to the episode. And as always if you have loved this episode we would love for you to leave a review and if you screenshot this podcast and share it on your socials, tagging @Design_Boss_Diary in then we have a special gift waiting just for you.  See you in the next episode you lovely lot! xx

    32 min

  8. JAN 23

    Ep 65 The Business Foundations Every Interior Designer Needs for Sustainable Growth

    Send us a text If you’re an interior designer who feels busy, capable, and talented, yet unsupported, inconsistent, or drained by your business, this episode is for you. In this episode, I explore why so many designers experience frustration, feast-and-famine cycles, scope creep, and a lack of confidence around pricing and boundaries, even when work is coming in. This is not a conversation about doing more, trying harder, or fixing your mindset. Instead, this episode looks at the foundational structure of your interior design business, the services you offer, the boundaries you’ve set, and the clarity (or lack of it) that quietly dictates how profitable, sustainable, and supported your business feels day to day. Whether you are fully booked, working on one-off projects, or experiencing inconsistent enquiries, I explain why the same underlying issues often show up,  and why they are not personal failings, but structural gaps. A key focus of this episode is scope creep, why it happens, how unclear service definitions and blurred boundaries create it, and why designers often freeze when it comes to raising variations. I reframe scope creep as a foundational issue rather than a client problem, and explain how clear services and boundaries protect both the designer and the client. The episode also explores the identity shift required to move from running an expensive hobby to leading a structured, profitable design business, without losing creativity in the process. If this episode resonated, I am hosting The Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp, a free, five-day live bootcamp designed to help interior designers rebuild and strengthen the foundations of their business.  Dates: Monday 23rd February – Friday 27th February Over five days, you’ll explore the core areas of your interior design business that influence clarity, confidence, boundaries, and sustainable growth. I will guide you through identifying what needs to be built, refined, or reset so your business can properly support you. You’ll receive: Practical insightsBusiness resetsGuidance to help you step back and make aligned decisionsVIP UPGRADE OPTION There is an optional VIP upgrade, limited to 7 women, which includes: Two live evening hot-seat coaching sessions during the bootcamp weekDirect support in implementing the work into your own businessPersonal guidance translating the foundations into real-world actionVIP details are available on the opt-in page. Join the free Designer’s Blueprint Bootcamp HERE Continue the conversation and connect with Lisa-Marie HERE Feel free to DM or tag Lisa-Marie after listening to the episode. And as always if you have loved this episode we would love for you to leave a review and if you screenshot this podcast and share it on your socials, tagging @Design_Boss_Diary in then we have a special gift waiting just for you.  See you in the next episode you lovely lot! xx

    18 min
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This is Design Boss Dialogue, the podcast that brings bold and ambitious women in Interior Design together where they come for real conversations to transform and take their design business to new heights. I am your host and fellow Interior Designer Lisa-Marie Elkhadraoui, here to share my experiences and insights into running an Interior Design business as well as empower you to build the confident, profitable design business you have been dreaming of and truly deserve. Dive into the world of my interior design company and business mentoring business and I support you grow and build a thriving interior design company. 

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