Season 7 of Resilient by Design opens with an honest conversation about what happens when your interior design business looks successful on the outside, but feels unsustainable behind the scenes.

In this episode, Rebecca Hay shares why burnout is not a business model and why so many designers at the 2–5+ year mark find themselves busy, booked, and still exhausted. This conversation sets the tone for the season ahead, one focused on deeper support, real implementation, and building a business that actually supports your life.

Rebecca reflects on the lessons that shaped this next chapter, the shift from learning to applying, and what it really means to step into the CEO role of your design business. You’ll hear what’s changing in Season 7, the themes we’ll be exploring, and why resilience, mentorship, and sustainable systems matter more than ever.

This episode is for interior designers who are ready to move beyond hustle, stop doing everything themselves, and grow with more clarity, confidence, and intention.

 

Episode Highlights
  • Why burnout is so common in the interior design industry
  • The shift designers need after the early growth phase
  • CEO mindset, pricing confidence, and boundaries
  • Building sustainable systems that protect your time and energy
  • What to expect from Season 7 of Resilient by Design
  • If you’re ready for a calmer, more aligned way forward, this season is for you.

 

Episode Resources
  • Looking for a place to start? Download the most-listened Resilient by Design episodes at rebeccahay.com/listen.