Business Coaching Call with TobeyRenee - The Decorative Painting Academy - Designer Search on Bing - July 15

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Intro and Housekeeping @ 0:00

Tobey Renee The Faux Pro opens the meeting, reminding participants that it is being recorded. She checks in with the group and provides some initial housekeeping details.

Discussing Adding Services to App @ 1:55

Erika and Tobey discuss the possibility of Erika adding her services to an app, considering a per-picture pricing model or a group package option. Tobey shares that she has posted her first piece on the app.

Exploring Free Photo Editing Tools @ 3:45

Erika and Tobey discuss the free photo editing tools they have used in the past, noting that some of the previously recommended options may no longer be viable. They agree to share which tools they end up using.

Checking in on Participants @ 4:54

Tobey greets the other participants as they join the call, including Linda, Kenya, and Erika. She checks in on Linda's health and recovery.

Providing Networking Strategies @ 7:54

Tobey leads the group through a process of searching for interior designers, builders, and other potential business contacts in their local areas using a free online tool. She encourages the participants to reach out and build relationships with these contacts.

Discussing Online Platforms for Finding Work @ 44:40

Linda brings up the potential of using platforms like Houzz and Thumbtack to find work, and Tobey suggests the participants research these options further.

Sharing Experiences from Tobey's Artist Residency @ 53:16

Tobey shares details about her recent artist residency in the Berkshires, including the disciplined, isolated nature of the experience, the historical significance of the location, and the valuable insights she gained.

Celebrating Tobey's Business Successes @ 1:01:17

Tobey announces that Bloomingdale's has made her a permanent in-store fine artist, providing her with a dedicated space to showcase and sell her work. She encourages the group to stay persistent, as their hard work will eventually pay off.

Closing and Next Steps @ 1:03:45

Tobey wraps up the meeting, reminding the participants to reach out to the contacts they identified and to be prepared to discuss their experiences at the next meeting. She also announces a new project opportunity for the group to potentially get involved in.