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!
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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
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.
Episode 2: Building An Awesome Design Biz In Rural Massachusetts
In this session Wendy Woloshchuk talks about how she built a successful Design Business in rural Massachusetts.
Learn how Wendy built her business by creating a posse of raving local fans.
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!