Ever wonder what sets successful Home Stagers apart from the ones who are struggling? Check out this podcast episode and get the clarity you need to make 2026 your best year ever!

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

In this episode you’ll:

Understand the real reason so many Home Stagers feel stuck—even after certification.

Uncover what shortens the learning curve and eliminates costly trial-and-error.

Identify the limiting beliefs that hold Stagers back (like imposter syndrome, fear of investing, or lack of confidence).

Understand why each stage of your business requires different strategies, systems, and mindset upgrades.

See how solo stagers, growing teams, and seasoned pros each benefit from tailored coaching—not cookie-cutter advice.

Learn why you must shift from “scrappy do-it-all stager” to strategic business owner

Discover why a lack of planning—not lack of talent—is what derails growth.

Learn the importance of entering the new year with clarity, structure, and intention.

Xo Marianne

Your 2026 Smokin’ Hot Business and Life Plan

If you would like to start 2026 with more clarity, focus and excitement about your business check out my quick starter coaching package

Your Smokin’ Hot 2025 Business and Life Plan is a 3 session transformative coaching package designed exclusively for Home Stagers ready to take on 2026 with gusto.

Sign up here

You’ll get:

👉 Three private coaching sessions for the price of two.

  • Laser- focused coaching- Our 3 private coaching sessions will be dedicated to addressing your specific dreams, needs and challenges, providing you with actionable strategies and steps to elevate your Home Staging business.
  • Tools and Resources: You will get a video walking you through my custom Life and Business Plan as well as worksheets to implement your personal plan-keeping you organized and on track. They will serve as a roadmap to guide you towards success and growth.
  • Mindset Strategies:Together we’ll uncover any limiting beliefs that may be holding you back. I’ll provide proven mindset strategies to help you think bigger and unlock your full potential

My clients often tell me these sessions were the spark that changed everything—from how they run their business to how they show up in life.

Your investment: just $598 (yep, less than 2 staging consultations).

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 Marianne:

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

Website: https://coachingbymarianne.com

Instagram: @homestagercoachmarianne

You Tube Channel-https://www.youtube.com/@homestagersanddesignersonfire

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

 

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Episode 39: Profit First for Your Business

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In this episode Michele Williams will share her insights into a Profit First business methodology to leverage your money. Join us as we discuss strategies that you might implement in your business in order to be more profitable.

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Episode 38: Your Ideal Real Estate Agent Client Avatar

Episode 38: Your Ideal Real Estate Agent Client Avatar

In this episode I am going to do a deep dive into why creating an IREACA (Ideal Real Estate Agent Client Avatar) is an effective tool to help you create more compelling emails, blogs and Newsletters in order to attract those agents who you would really like to work with.

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Episode 37: A Real Estate Agent’s Perspective

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In this episode Tony McDonnell and I will talk about how Home Stagers might approach Real Estate Agents, which agents to target, how to stand apart, the #1 misconception agents have about staging and what to do if agents don’t get back to you.

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Episode 36: Pricing Strategies for Home Stagers

Episode 36: Pricing Strategies for Home Stagers

In this episode Catherine Lewis Brown and I will be talking about pricing strategies for Home Stagers. Pricing can be challenging for both new and seasoned stagers. Many stagers feel lost when it comes to setting prices that result in profitability. And let’s face it- profitability is Queen, right??? Join us as we discuss strategies that you might implement when setting and raising your prices.

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Episode 34: Building a Home Staging Biz

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Episode 33: Branding Wonderful Powerful Authentic YOU

Episode 33: Branding Wonderful Powerful Authentic YOU

In this episode I share insights on why it is more important than ever to build your following of ideal clients by understanding deeply who they are and conveying effectively who you are so that they choose you. People choose to work with people they know, like and trust. Learn how you can differentiate yourself from the competition, rise above the noise and become the “go to” stager or designer in your area

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Episode 31: Amp up Your Visibility

Episode 31: Amp up Your Visibility

In this episode I talk with you about visibility and why it is more important than ever to be strategic about how you “show up”, who you show up in front of and why your message needs to speak clearly to your ideal clients -so that they see that you as the perfect choice for them.

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Episode 30: LinkedIn to Grow Your Business

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In this podcast episode I talk with Sarah Santacroce, LinkedIn specialist and heart centered businesswoman.

Join us as we discuss everything from the gentle business revolution to how to strategically use Linked In to grow your Interior Design and Home Staging Business.

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Join us as we discuss strategies that will help you turn followers into paying clients.

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Episode 28: Vacation Rental Design

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Jessica has been in the Interior Design business for 15 years. She stumbled into vacation rental design 4 years ago and loves it. Her experience in residential and commercial design compliments the hospitality needs of this niche. Jessica sees VRD as a great new way to service her clients at all levels. And she is going to share her secrets for carving her way into this stream of income.

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Episode 27: Websites and What You Need to Know

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In this podcast episode I talk with Orlando Reyes about what you need to know about building or updating your website.

Join us as we discuss everything from domain names to hosting providers to optimizing SEO (search engine optimization) and how your website can be instrumental in building your email list and turning cold leads into warm leads.

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