Business of Home Podcast Why Tom Stringer gives his employees sabbaticals and executive coaching
Nov 18, 2024
Tom Stringer, a celebrated interior designer from Chicago, shares his unique insights on fostering creativity and employee well-being. He discusses his unconventional client vetting process and the surprising benefits of providing sabbaticals and executive coaching to his team. Stringer emphasizes building trust through delegation and maintaining strong relationships with clients. He also explores the evolving landscape of design post-COVID, underlining the significance of adaptive business practices and the importance of nurturing a supportive workplace culture.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Intro
00:00 • 2min
Origins of a Design Passion
02:10 • 2min
From Gardener to Designer: A Creative Journey
03:59 • 12min
Building a Lasting Design Firm: Strategies for Employee Retention and Creativity
15:56 • 4min
Building Trust through Delegation and Relationships
19:32 • 10min
Enhancing Employee Benefits Through Engagement and Coaching
29:24 • 3min
Navigating Growth and Innovation in Design
32:14 • 13min
Navigating Client Expectations in the Interior Design Industry
45:32 • 4min