Building a team, when and how to hire for your interior design business

Struggling to Hire? Here’s How to Find the Right Person for Your Interior Design Business

Hiring new people can be a challenge, and let’s face it—many of us wait too long to make that move. As a result, you might find yourself feeling overwhelmed, missing deadlines, and stuck with more on your plate than you can handle. 😬

But why do so many people delay the hiring process? Maybe you think it’s going to be too expensive, or the idea of training someone sounds like a hassle. It might seem quicker and easier to just keep doing the extra work yourself. 😔

However, that’s a trap! ❌

Taking on more work than you can handle will stop your business from growing. It leaves you with less time to focus on what you love and increases the risk of burnout, which can harm both your business and your mental health. 💭

So, how can you find the perfect person to hire and lighten your load?

1. Identify What You’re Struggling With

The first step is figuring out which tasks you need help with. Is it admin, emails, bookkeeping, social media, or even procurement? It doesn’t matter whether the tasks are big or small—there’s someone out there who can help. Delegating those tasks will free up your time, help your business grow, and keep you focused on your goals. ✨

2. Focus on Your Strengths

Before you hire, take a moment to reflect on what you’re really good at, what you’re fast at, and what you enjoy doing. These are the tasks you should keep for yourself! If you excel at something or can do it faster than anyone else, it makes sense to handle it personally. Also, keep the fun tasks you enjoy—because losing the joy in running your business isn’t worth it!

By focusing on your strengths, you can clearly see what you should be doing versus what you can pass on to someone else. 👥

3. Decide What to Outsource First

Once you’ve identified what’s slowing you down, it’s time to make a list of what you want to delegate. Whether it’s managing your inbox, handling customer service, or dealing with financial paperwork, prioritize the tasks that are causing the most stress. It doesn’t matter how small they seem—if it’s taking up your valuable time, it’s worth outsourcing! 🌟

4. Start Hiring!

Now that you know what help you need, it’s time to hire the right person (or people) for the job. And don’t worry—hiring one person doesn’t mean you can’t bring on more as your business grows. 💕 The key is to start with what you need now and build from there!