In this podcast episode of Home Stagers and Designers on Fire, I chat with Christine Rae founder of CSP International™ Staging & Decorating BUSINESS Academy.

A passionate educator, Christine has mentored thousands of professionals empowering them to build successful careers in the staging and decorating industries.

Christine has been recognized for her work, garnering numerous awards, cementing her reputation as a thought leader and advocate for excellence. She is also a celebrated speaker and best-selling author, sharing her expertise to inspire positive change and elevate industry standards.

Listen to the podcast below or subscribe on Apple, Spotify and most major podcast platforms.

In this episode you will learn:

What Home Stagers struggle with the most

What Christine learned about sales in the corporate world and how to play the “numbers game” effectively

Why it is important to differentiate your business so that Real Estate Agents aren’t choosing your company based on price

Why it is not enough to be the best stager in order to succeed in business

How working with Michael E. Gerber helped Christine look at business strategy and create a long-term business plan

The importance of networking and how to generate referrals

Why we should stop talking about staging and what to say instead

Xo Marianne

Your Smokin’ Hot Business & Life Plan: A 3-Session Coaching Program for Ambitious Home Stagers

Take your Home Staging business to new heights with this powerful 3-part coaching program designed specifically for ambitious stagers ready to build a business and life that sizzles with success.
“Your Smokin’ Hot Business & Life Plan” will guide you in defining your goals, crafting a strategic roadmap, and implementing the steps needed to achieve lasting results. And you will have my eyes looking at your business in our 2/one on one coaching sessions.

You’ll get tools to sharpen your vision, align your personal and professional goals, and build actionable strategies that fuel both business growth and life satisfaction.
Normally I charge $299 for one coaching session with me but in this package you’ll get 2 sessions for the price of one and a video walking you through my 2025 business and life plan. You’ll also get worksheets and tools to help you stay on track and implement your plan.

Perfect for stagers eager to become leaders in their field and live life on their terms!

I would love your review! If you enjoy what I share in this episode, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

Connect with Christine:

Website: https://www.stagingtraining.com/?aff=cherico

Free Workshop: Essential Pricing & Marketing Strategies for Stagers and Decorators: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/recording/9147468789950296491

Connect with Marianne:

Set up a coaching discovery session to see if coaching is right for you.

Website: https://coachingbymarianne.com

Instagram: @homestagercoachmarianne

Join my FB Group: Fire Up Your Home Staging Business: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fireupyourhomestagingbusiness/

FB Group: Design for Today Collaborative- https://www.facebook.com/groups/DesignForTodayCollaborative

Visit my FB Coaching Page: https://www.facebook.com/CoachingByMarianneCherico/

Join my LinkedIn Group: Interior Redesign, Decorating and Real Estate Staging Professionals here

 

Episode 3: Strategic Social Media Strategies

Episode 3: Strategic Social Media Strategies

In this session Darla Powell will discuss how she uses Strategic Social Media Strategies to build her Interior Design business as well as the businesses of other designers.

Join us as we discuss what is working today in the social media playground and how you, too can leverage these platforms.

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Episode 1: Welcome to this Podcast and Mindset Hacks

Episode 1: Welcome to this Podcast and Mindset Hacks

Welcome to the first episode of Home Stagers and Designers in Fire. I am Marianne Cherico and I am delighted to be your host.

My goal is to bring you lots of valuable information that will help you grow your Home Staging and/or Design Business. This first session is a quick intro to how Mindset effects your success!

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