19. Designing Your Why: A Conversation with Rick Campos

On this episode of Founders & Friends, Ronniesha Rivera sits down with Rick Campos — interior designer turned business coach, podcast host, and public speaker — to explore the business side of design and what it takes to build a fulfilling, profitable career.Rick shares his journey from running a design studio during the recession to pivoting into education and mentorship for designers. He opens up about lessons learned through failure, why contracts are non-negotiable, and how understanding your “why” can shape a business that truly fulfills you.Together, Ronniesha and Rick challenge the old narrative that designers lack business acumen and dive deep into what it really means to treat creativity like a business.Listen in for insights on:Building a business that reflects your valuesHow to know when you’re ready for a business coachWhy imperfection leads to growthTurning lessons learned into leadershipHow you can connect with Rick:https://designbizsurvivalguide.com/https://www.instagram.com/designbizsurvivalguide/This Episode was brought to you by Vetted by DesignIf you are looking to outsource anything in your design business check out Vetted by Design to find some amazing highly vetted pros you can trust to help you grow your business.www.vetted-bydesign.comhttps://www.instagram.com/vettedbydesign/Connect with all things Founders & Friends on our Facebook Group & InstagramFounders & Friends InstagramFounders & Friends FB group*Only for interior designers & pro's who serve the industry