June 9, 2026
TBT: Your Design Business, Part I | Uploft Interior Design
Betsy Helmuth discusses launching a YouTube channel and social media presence. She answers questions about starting an interior design business, recommends furniture companies, and addresses client budget concerns. Felicia's powder room design query is also covered. Episode concludes with a promotion for online class bundles. 0:00 Introduction to new visual platforms 0:32 Announcement of YouTube channel and social media 1:38 Betsy Helmuth introduction and allergy discussion 3:16 Start of business-focused episode 3:43 Irene's question about getting started as an interior designer 4:34 Recommendations for furniture companies 10:53 Premium membership promotion 11:56 Casey's question about client budgets 19:51 Felicia's question about powder room design 23:29 Conclusion and online class bundle promotion - Affordable Interior Design now has a YouTube channel where you can see recordings and clips of podcast episodes. - When starting as an interior designer, building relationships and asking for referrals can help grow your business. - Always recommend a backsplash for vanities to prevent water damage and ensure long-term durability. Don't forget to subscribe for more design tips and inspiration! Links: Uploft.com AffordableInteriorDesign.com Submit your design questions to be featured on the show Become a Premium Member and access the bonus episodes Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy. Get Betsy's book: betsyhelmuth.com/book For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com Follow Us: Instagram: @uploftinteriordesign Facebook: facebook.com/UploftIntDes TikTok: tiktok.com/@uploftinteriordesign LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/uploft-interior-design If you enjoy the show, please spread the word and leave a review on iTunes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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