Episodes
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Marketing Expert and Architect Jason Lockhart. Paloma and Jason talk about the latest marketing trends, including video marketing, SEO and Google Business Profile. Make sure to access the resources mentioned in the episode: www.designerdiscussions.com/hsa Find out more about Jason Lockhart at kitchenandbathmarketingsolutions.com -- For more information, resources, templates and support or to join us please check HSA’s...
Published 04/16/24
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Home Staging superstar Daniel Coffman of California-based Staged Spaces. Paloma and Daniel talk about storytelling and content creation for home staging professionals and how to come up with engaging content for your business platforms. To get tickets to see Daniel live at the Home Staging Forum in November 2023 please visit @homestagingassociatio or visit https://shorturl.at/clrKQ. Find out more about Daniel and Staged Spaces...
Published 08/23/23
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Lazer Levy of LJ Interiors. Paloma and Lazer talk about LJ's growth, but mainly about their trip to LA where they visited local Staging company Elite Home Staging in what was a fantastic, productive business trip. Find out more about the LA Staging Tour here bit.ly/43N4dw8 For more information please check HSA’s website www.homestaging.org.uk and make sure to take a look at LJ Interiors’s work as well at...
Published 05/31/23
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Siân Pelleschi, the president of APDO - Association of Professional Declutterers and Organisers. Paloma and Siân talk about Professional Development and how important it is for professionals such as Organisers and Stagers. They also discuss the upcoming conference that APDO is organising in May 2023 in Birmingham. Find out more about the APDO and the APDO Conference 2023 here: www.apdo.co.uk For more information please check...
Published 05/26/23
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Rob Shaw of Bristol-based Refine Property. Paloma and Rob talk about Refine Property’s story, how Rob got into staging and share some of his secrets! They also discussed Bristol market and what it’s like to be one of the few men in such a female-dominated industry that is Home Staging. For more information please check HSA’s website www.homestaging.org.uk and make sure to take a look at Refine Property’s work as well at...
Published 04/05/23
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Elaine Penhaul of Lemon and Lime Interiors. Elaine is an HSA Founding Member, Founder of Lemon and Lime Interiors, Best Selling Author and Creator of the data app Stageflow. Alongside Paloma, she was a speaker at the International Staging Conference by the IAHSP in New Orleans in February 2023 and in this episode they talk about their key takeaways from the event, in which stagers from all over the world gathered to discuss...
Published 03/20/23
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Kerry Hussain of Art For The Soul. Kerry is an artist, home stager and interior stylist and together with Paloma, they discuss why art is important in staging and in life. Kerry also shares her secret formula when it comes to picking the right pieces and hanging them! Please visit Kerry's website to see her work: www.kerryhussain.com or check out HSA's website for more information: www.homestaging.org.uk --- Support this...
Published 03/09/23
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Natalie Evans of Little Barn Door. Natalie is also the best-selling author of “Happy Home Sale,” and together with Paloma, they discuss property selling and staging in 2023. Please visit HSA's website for more information: www.homestaging.org.uk To order Natalie's book please visit https://amzn.to/3YXtrov --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/homestagingassociation/support
Published 02/10/23
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Elaine Penhaul of Lemon and Lime Interiors and Stageflow. Elaine and Paloma discuss what it really means to scale a business and what to take into account when looking to do so.  From careful business planning to insurance, risk assessment and other formalities, the two Staging Experts share a breakdown of all that comes with growing a business. Find out more about Elaine via their website www.lemonandlimeinteriors.co.uk or visit...
Published 09/09/22
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Natasha Rocca Devine of internationally-acclaimed and Ireland-based, The Interiors NRD. Natasha and Paloma talk about interior design, home staging and how one differs from the other, especially when designing show homes. This conversation is an extension of the article Natasha wrote for the second issue of the Home Staging Magazine. Order your copy here: https://bit.ly/3QUkER0 Find out more about Natasha Rocca Devine and...
Published 08/02/22
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Alex Willcocks, Co-Founder & Managing Director of London’s leading Staging company Burbeck Interiors. Alex and Paloma talk about the importance of valuing our staging services and ourselves as professionals, and how that impacts our businesses and the staging industry as a whole. This conversation is an extension of the article Alex and Grace Willcocks of Burbeck Interiors have written for the second issue of the Home Staging...
Published 07/04/22
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington talks to Samantha Senia of California-based Elite Home Staging. In this laid-back conversation, they talk about Elite Home Staging's history as well as how they stepped into the Luxury market and what are the current news and trends. Find out more about Sam and her team on their website ehsca.com or visit the HSA's website for more information: www.homestaging.org.uk --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/homestagingassociation/support
Published 06/21/22
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington invites Elaine Penhaul of Lemon and Lime Interiors, Alex Willcocks of Burbeck Group, Chris Booth of Foxtrot Twenty and Chloe Gold of Chloe Gold Coaching to talk about “Pricing Strategies for Business Growth”. This episode is a recording of the highlights of the Panel Discussion that took place at the Home Staging Forum 2021. Find out more on HSA's website: www.homestaging.org.uk --- Support this podcast:...
Published 01/10/22
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington speaks with  Lara Coward, Founder of fashion for the home website The House Outfit. Paloma and Lara talk about THO’s story and how prints can be a sustainable, practical, and versatile option for your staging projects. Find out more on HSA's website: www.homestaging.org.uk To learn more about The House Outfit and their beautiful prints, please visit their website: www.thehouseoutfit.com Get in touch with Louise to redeem your...
Published 12/01/21
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington joins Natalie Evans of Little Barn Door to speak with Jeremy Leaf about “New Homes Trends and Property Market Predictions” at the Home Staging Forum 2021. Jeremy Leaf was residential chair of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) for over five years and its national housing spokesperson for nineteen. Jeremy is also a fellow of the RICS as well as the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) and the Association of Residential...
Published 10/25/21
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington-Griffin talks to Tiffany Ratcliffe, Head of Design and Creative Services of Art Art Art. They cover "Autumn/Winter 2021 Interior Trends & Styling". Tiffany works closely with customers to find artwork that is right for them and their project. She focuses on customer experience, trend forecasting and designing and sourcing products that will bring your walls to life. Art Art Art have been creating amazing art for interior designers for...
Published 08/20/21
The word "no" can be a tough pill to swallow, regardless of the industry you work in. Within Staging, when your clients indicate that they don't like your idea, many stagers get discouraged. Instead, you should familiarise yourself with common objections and get equipped to answer them! In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington-Griffin talks to Cindy Lin of Staged4More about why the objections happen and how to overcome them. For the full presentation please sign up for the...
Published 06/23/21
Has your business got to a stage where you now need an extra pair of hands? It’s important to understand the HR implications around recruiting i.e. ensure you follow a set process for interviewing, make an informed and objective decision and ensure people have the necessary right to work documentation for your country. In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington-Griffin talks to Alice Hosker of The Home of HR to uncover the do's and don'ts on hiring employees for your business. For...
Published 05/18/21
Why is Education so important, and why does it matter so much when it comes to a career in Home Staging? In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington-Griffin talks about the reasons why you should invest in your education and how that can make or break your career in Staging. She also announces the launch of HSA's new course, "Home Staging as a Marketing Tool for Estate Agents" - find out more here: bit.do/HSARealEstate For more information on courses and Accreditation please visit...
Published 03/09/21
Is what you're doing today getting you closer to where you want to be tomorrow? In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington-Griffin has a chat with superwoman Debbie Boggs of Staging Studio. Debbie breaks down the path to successfully setting (and achieving your goals), to make sure you are on track with your plans! This podcast is the audio recording of a webinar, which is also available to be watched on Staging Studio’s website and also for HSA Members (in the exclusive members'...
Published 02/28/21
What role does art play in Home Staging?  In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington-Griffin speaks with Kerry Hussain about how important art is for setting the tone in a staging project.  Tune in right now as Kerry shared tips on choosing the best pieces and told us more about her journey from interior styling to the world of art! For more information please visit HSA's website www.homestaging.org.uk and make sure to also check Kerry’s website www.kerryhussain.com --- Support...
Published 01/29/21
In this episode, HSA's Founder Paloma Harrington-Griffin speaks with Amanda Green and Leigh Davis of The Property Presenters. They talk about TPP's story and how they are growing their award-winning business, plus, they share their business tips and their favourite staging tricks! For more information please visit HSA's website www.homestaging.org.uk and make sure to also check The Property Presenters' website www.thepropertypresenters.co.uk
Published 12/11/20