EP 110 | What Interior Designers Need to Know About Running a Business with Sarah Vermunt
Why do so many interior designers feel prepared to design projects—but unprepared to run a business?
In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Sarah Vermunt about the realities of entrepreneurship and the lessons most designers never learn in design school. From finding career direction to setting boundaries and avoiding overwhelm, Sarah shares practical insights for designers at every stage of business.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to reengineer an existing firm, this conversation will help you create greater clarity and make more intentional business decisions.
In this episode, we learn:
• The two paths most professionals take to build a successful career
• Why clarity must come before strategy and business growth
• How boundaries help—but aren’t the complete solution to overwhelm
• Key questions every designer should consider before starting or growing a business
• The pros and cons of starting with a side hustle versus going all in
• Why intentional business decisions create a stronger foundation for long-term success
Take Aways
Sarah Vermunt is the founder of Careergasm and the author of Careergasm and Career Rookie. She helps people figure out what the heck they want so they can quit jobs they hate and do work that FEELS GOOD. Her work has been featured at Forbes, Fortune, Inc., Entrepreneur, Fast Company, and lots of other cool places. She lives in Toronto and online at Careergasm.com.
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