Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Jeanne Chung — an interior designer who used to work in fashion for 20 years before switching to interior design. Jeanne shares her story of how she made this big career change, the challenges she faced, and how she built her business from the ground up.
In this episode, they discuss:
Jeanne’s background in fashion design and her transition from fashion design to interior design
Going back to school for interior design, starting her design business, and opening a design showroom with her husband
Using blogging and attending industry events to get recognition and credibility in the interior design industry
The impact and value of attending industry events like the High Point Market in growing her business
The benefits and challenges of working with her husband in the business
Using technology and AI tools (like Fireflies.ai) to improve efficiency in her work
The importance of customization and original design in her projects
Tips for designers on balancing creative and administrative tasks
