Show notes
In this episode of 'Creating the Vision', I speak with Liz Toombs, known for her remarkable work in decorating sorority interiors and having her designs on over 100 campuses across 25 states. Liz shares about her journey in interior design, starting from her childhood interest rooted from her realtor grandfather to realizing her passion for designing sorority houses. Liz talks about the unique challenges of designing sorority houses, needing to reflect the culture and vibe of the specific sorority chapter while also creating spaces that are welcoming and timeless. She also discusses resilience in the face of doubts and challenges, emphasizing the importance of human-centric company values and creating work-life balance. Looking to the future, Liz contemplates expanding into product lines and stepping into real estate. We talk about: [0:00] Intro [1:40] Liz's Journey into Interior Design [2:25] Real Estate 'Springboarding' her Career [3:22] The Challenges and Rewards of Entrepreneurship [3:58] The Connection Between Interior Design and Real Estate [5:13] Creating a Homey Atmosphere in Sorority Houses [6:22] The Process of Designing for Sororities [8:20] The Unexpected Path to Specializing in Sorority Houses [12:00] Liz's Favorite House She's Ever Designed [13:33] Staying True to the Path You're Meant For [20:44] Future Goals and Reflections [24:28] Advice if You Want to Start This Work Too [25:27] Liz's 'Do The Dang Thing' Goal Connect with Liz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pdrinteriors/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pdr_interiors http://www.pdr-interiors.com Connect with me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariamaldonadosmith/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confessionsofacorporatemom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-maldonado-smith-a506805/ Website: https://mmsconsultingfirm.com/