| "The Staging Diva Training Program recordings were great. They answered all of my questions, especially my worries about what to charge, how to present staging to new clients, working with tradespeople and more. |
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After the third course I landed my first client and earned enough to pay for the whole training program and turn a profit too! |
| Thank you Debra for being so open and candid about the intimacies of operating your business so that we can have a better chance to succeed!" |
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Terri Tough (AB)
A La Mode Interior Home Staging
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| "Don't wait or hesitate to take the Staging Diva Program! It was so worth every penny! |
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Not only did I learn more about the business aspect than I expected, I was inspired and motivated in the process! |
| Debra's courses have helped ease my fears about starting my own business. With a prayer in my heart, and Debra in my head, I now know I absolutely can do this! Thanks Debra for the training and for your energy and passion for the staging business and your students!" |
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Kathy Fredrickson (IL)
A Grand Entrance Home Staging and ReDesign
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| "I found the Staging Diva Home Staging Business Training Program very helpful and thorough.
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| Debra covers a lot of valuable information that I didn't get when I took TWO other hands-on programs." |
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Teri Persico (CA)
Simply Brilliant Design
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"WOW is studying really supposed to be that enjoyable?!
The whole course was extremely well structured and easy to follow.
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The notes were written very well and didn't make you feel like you were bogged down in paper. I love the fact that the main content is on the recordings. I really couldn't fault a thing.
I started the Staging Diva course knowing I had the skills to decorate, I just wasn't sure how to structure all my ideas and make them into a viable business. I had a lot of self doubt and was feeling very anxious about it all. Not any more!
I'm sure The Staging Diva didn't wave a magic wand but it certainly feels like it.
Now I feel like a self-believing business woman who has every chance of great success and the only person I can thank for this is Debra.
She doesn't just teach you all the business fundamentals you need to know, she makes you believe in YOU!
This course really is magic! I don't think the word 'inspired' is strong enough to describe how I feel!"
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Hayley Harris (Brisbane, Australia)
Essential Key Home Staging & Styling
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| "Had I not subscribed to your training program, I would have taken a completely different approach to this business. You have laid out a strategy to make this career so much more enjoyable than it would have been otherwise! |
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Showing me how to avoid falling into the paperwork trap alone is really priceless! |
| I paid big dollars previously for another company's training, which did not begin to compare to the Staging Diva Program.
There were so many blank spots left in the other program that I couldn't get my staging business started. You've answered so many lingering questions and now I am really prepared to get right out there and start to work.
Besides all the home staging knowledge you passed along, I really looked forward to each course because you are such an entertaining speaker!
The Staging Diva Program is the best investment I ever made in starting my staging business."
Linda Borghi (MO)
Dazzle Interiors & Home Staging
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"Debra Gould's training program was the wisest investment I've ever made in order to truly prepare me for the multitude of decisions that I faced in starting my own home staging business.
I knew that I had the ability to decorate. I was much more concerned with the practical applications and considerations necessary to run my business successfully.
Every decision or potential obstacle that I have encountered in getting my business off the ground was dealt with in Debra Gould's training program. I have yet to be surprised by any aspect of this life-altering decision because her program did a fabulous job of educating me regarding the specifics of starting my home staging business.
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| This is practical, no-nonsense information on what you need to start your own business. |
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| You will leave the Staging Diva Program with a written road map to guide you to success.
You just need to provide your own initiative and faith that you can do it!"
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Jody Thulin (CA)
Sharp Dressed Homes
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"I'm so happy to be starting a new business at the age of 76. I got two staging projects within weeks of completing the Staging Diva Training. |
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Thank you Debra for everything you have done to make my dreams come true!"
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Jean Smith (FL)
Staging For Sellers
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| "Debra, I'm amazed every single day at your focus and dedication to the staging profession. |
| Thank you for being the energetic catalyst in helping second (3rd and 4th) career entrepreneurs like me find the courage to see the possibilities for joyful success." |
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| "The Staging Diva Program is chock full of pertinent information, inspiration and motivation. |
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| Thanks again for a wonderful training experience. Debra trains at my speed and thinks at my level. I love her non-nonsense style. I'll be up and running next week with two leads for my first projects already. I'm very excited about this business." |
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Libby Telford (NC)
Style It Right, LLC
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| "Wanting the luxury of being able to refer back to information as needed, I opted for the Staging Diva TeleClass recordings instead of attending the live TeleClasses. |
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The recordings have proven invaluable, giving me the confidence I needed in pricing, marketing know-how and coming across as a seasoned home stager. |
| Important things to know— if you want to get paid the right amount for your services, avoid costly marketing mistakes and create a good first impression.
I am so happy with my decision to align myself with Debra Gould and the Staging Diva program— great resources as I enter into this exciting phase of my life."
Sandra Hughes (DC)
Redesigned Spaces
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"My first staging project was worth over $8,000.
Then, because of a lead from Debra, I staged a luxury condo worth $1,850,000!
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| The owners are so pleased with my work they want me to help design their next home.
What a great investment the Staging Diva Training has been! Thank you!"
Bill McIntosh (BC)
McIntosh Home Staging & Design
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| "I saw the first draft of my business cards today and I haven't felt this proud since I graduated from nursing school! |
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| This is completely different, though, because it's all my own!
Every day I hit the floor with my feet running and I'm disappointed when the day is over because I still have so much that I want to do!
Debra, I honestly don't know of anyone that has ever inspired and empowered me as much as you have. Thank you for EVERYTHING!"
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| "I have a strong spiritual belief that we are put in other's paths for a reason. I researched Staging courses for many months, and when I got to the point of exasperation, I found you. |
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Your no-nonsense approach is what appealed to me most. |
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I thoroughly enjoyed your class and am grateful that your warm, witty, sensible, and encouraging words transcended the miles to inspire beyond my expectations.
I will always take great pride in being one of your students. You're an awesome lady and I hope I have the priviledge of meeting you in person one day!
Thank you and may God continue to bless you and your family always!"
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Pam McGuckin (MN)
Diamond Home Stagers
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| "Listening to the Staging Diva Program filled in so many blanks for me that I had running my business after taking a different home staging course. |
| I've had so many 'lightbulb' moments listening to you Debra and I'm already changing the whole way I do business. |
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| Your insights, ideas and strategies make so much more sense and have been tremendously helpful!
I am now beginning to get noticed here in the community (Kona, Hawaii) and several jobs (some rather large!) have ensued.
I continue to listen to your 5 part training recordings. I find that I hear and absorb more things with each review.
Thanks for your inspiration, education, and experience in this industry."
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Connie Lacaden (HI)
Blue Pacific Design, LLC
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"I considered being a real estate agent but realized home staging would make better use of my talent and creativity. Plus staging is an easier career to have with young kids.
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| The Staging Diva Training Program taught me what I needed to get started in my staging business and Debra's Accelerator Coaching keeps me inspired and moving forward. |
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Within three months of joining the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers, I was in Google's top 20 search results out of over 500,000 for home staging in my area!"
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Staging Touch is featured in the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers
Debra, like other Staging Diva Graduates, I feel very privileged to have you as my mentor. You didn't just give us your training program, make money and smile"good by." You developed great mechanisms to keep in touch with us and be there for us when we need your advice.
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With the Staging Diva Network, you created a fabulous support group of like-thinkers, so we could learn from each other and share our experiences. |
| You have passion for your business and a "go girl!" push which we all need. For that I thank you with a bow, and wish you many blessings in your business."
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"I've listened to the five course recordings, and wanted to tell you how thrilled I am that I chose your training versus any others!
You gave me the knowledge and courage to start things rolling!
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| Thanks to you, I landed my first project within weeks of completing the Staging Diva Program. Debra, you have been a true inspiration!" |
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Kelley D'Lima (AZ)
Redefining Spaces
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"I researched a number of home staging trainers. The others didn't give me useful or workable information. I also contacted several of their graduates and most of them said those courses were a waste of time.
I'm glad I picked The Staging Diva Training Program instead. You were very straight forward and easy to follow.
I just finished a staging project on a $750,000 home. Going into the business I assumed that high-end homes wouldn't need my services.
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| Your Staging Diva Courses encouraged me to expand my horizons. As a result I made $4,000 on my first project!" |
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LaJeanna Pilant (TX)
Alamo Home Staging
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| "I had a job many people would envy, as Marketing Director for a very popular and successful cable network. |
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| But I found I had a stronger passion for decorating and home renovation.
I decided to research "home staging" and came across Debra Gould.
I was so intrigued that I could make staging a full time job, that I decided to follow my passion and take my entrepreneurial spirit and jump in with both feet.
After taking the first Staging Diva course, I was completely sold that this was the perfect career for me. Before I even completed the 5 courses I had two clients.
Debra's sound advice was so helpful and encouraging. It was a great decision to leave my job and follow my passion by starting my own home staging business. I couldn't be happier."
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The Detailed Home is featured in the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers
"Discovering The Staging Diva Home Staging Business Training Program showed me how I could give up my soul-sucking, well paying job, and leap into a career that would feed my soul and provide financial benefits far beyond what I make now!
Debra is so inspiring and her enthusiasm is contagious. She's incredibly knowledgeable on both home staging and running a business. I learned everything I needed to know to get my business up and running.
None of my clients ever guessed I was just starting out. I looked like a seasoned professional from the start thanks to the Staging Diva training.
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Within weeks of completing the program and joining The Staging Diva Directory, I got two projects worth $3,500!" |
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Linda wrote a year later...
"I still haven't had time to build my own website so I'm so glad I've had the Directory generating staging projects for me all this time.
I'm always in the top 5 Google results for home stagers in my area and my Staging Diva Directory listing comes up third out of 325,000,000 search results for my company name, so potential clients can always find me! I got two new projects less than a week after I renewed my listing for year two."
Linda Schleihauf(ON)
The Detailed Home
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Stage It First is featured in the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers
"Taking the Staging Diva Home Staging Program is one of the best things I have done.
I encourage anyone interested in becoming a home stager to take Debra's Staging Diva Training, it is very informative and well thought out.
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| Debra is so generous with her knowledge and has many processes in place to help a new stager get their business up and running. |
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It's so easy getting ongoing support from the Staging Diva Network and Debra gave me incredible turn-around time creating my profile page for the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers. It looks great!!!
I know Debra is on my side every step of the way, from the information in the training courses to the Network she created, to the Directory of Home Stagers....
How can you go wrong? Every process is in place so that you have many opportunities to become a successful home stager. Thanks Debra, I am very grateful for all your support!
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"If it weren't for the Staging Diva Training Program, I never would have had the courage to challenge myself and step out my safety zone. The course was so inspiring and gave me the confidence to "just do it"! I have NO background in business or marketing and I found Debra's program incredibly informative.
I love having my teleclass recordings to refer back to for knowledge and inspiration. Everything is presented so clearly, it all makes so much sense!
I'm also glad I decided to get a listing on the Staging Diva Directory. When you talk to realtors or prospective clients, it's great to have a web presence.
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| Thanks to Debra's training, the Directory and the Network, I went from "maybe I can do this" to "I can do this" to "I am doing this"! |
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| "I have never been so driven, passionate and totally motivated as I have been since completing the Staging Diva Program over a month ago. I have not lost any steam nor any excitement. The fact that the program is start-up business and marketing related to home staging makes it so perfect. With all of Debra's examples of her personal wrong directions and successes, I feel I'm so much farther ahead than if I'd taken one of those 'other' courses. |
| Run, don't walk to your computer to enroll now! You will regret that you did not enroll sooner. |
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I'm still amazed at how much information was in this course, and I have the recordings to listen to again and again!
By joining the Staging Diva Network, Debra continues to give you support and guidance as well as being your personal cheer leader!"
Dane Caldwell (ON)
2 Hounds Design
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"You taught me running a Home Staging business doesn't have to be complicated.
Starting out I was overwhelmed with the little things and trying to offer everything my competitors do and at a lower price.
After hearing about the history of your business, you gave me the confidence to aim higher with my goals, realize my time IS worth money, and that I CAN be successful running my Home Staging business while raising a young family.
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| Thanks for sharing your wisdom, marketing expertise and entrepreneurial advice!
It was worth every penny!
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| My first project was worth $5,000 and thanks to you I knew how to handle it!" |
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Erin Rhindress (MA)
ELR Designs
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"I just completed the 5 Staging Diva TeleClass recordings.
I must say, you answered all the mind boggling questions I had and eased my fear in taking that first step.
Despite having over 20 years experience in display/merchandising and decorating homes for friends, I lacked the business information of Home Staging.
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| You've motivated and inspired me with all the details and honest opinions in your Staging Diva Training Program, and I'm a lot more confident. |
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| I've completed my website, registered my business, got cards made and have put together my portfolio as you explained.
Ordering your Training Program gave me the vital information I needed to take these steps. The Staging Diva Home Staging Business Training Program is worth every penny! Thanks again!"
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Ofelia Doherty (CA)
Design It! Decorate It!
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| "Enrolling in the Staging Diva Program is one of the best investments I have ever made. |
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| I liked everything about the program and looked forward to each class.
Before I heard of the Staging Diva I almost enrolled in 3-day, hands on class that cost $1700.
I might have learned how to stage a home (which I already know how to do), although I've also realized that I would have been taking turns rearranging furniture with 40 other people. And, I wouldn't have got the other end of the business. You can know how to stage a home all you want, but knowing how to get paid for your services is most important.
By the end of the fifth Staging Diva class I had everything completed and in place to start my business.
Thank you Debra for inspiring, motivating, and giving me confidence in the marketing and business-end of Home Staging."
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Michelle Aleff (MN)
Design 2 Sell
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| "Thank you for providing so much information throughout your 5 course recordings.
Your teaching style is uncomplicated, and the content is laced with wisdom and relevance. You helped me shape my business and understand the true value of my time.
Thank you for your expertise and willingness to share it to enable us to follow our dreams!"
Leigh wrote again a year later:
"Thank you so much for all of your insight and professionalism.
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What I learned from you truly transcends the Staging Industry and can be carried into any venture including everyday life. |
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You are an inspiration and a great role model. Thank you for devoting yourself to helping people see their potential and to act upon it."
Leigh Olson (WA)
Velvet Plum Home Staging & Redesign
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Perfect Place Home Staging is featured in the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers
"The Staging Diva Program was wonderful and even more than I expected.
It was great that you shared the mistakes you made when you first started. That will save me a lot of heartache and frustration.
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| "Thank you for helping me achieve my dreams!” |
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Leah wrote 10 months later...
"Taking part in the Staging Diva Training Program and the Staging Diva Directory was the best money I ever spent! If you're serious about building your own home staging business, these programs are your absolute best investment. I can't imagine breaking into staging without them! I've had some great projects from my Directory listing, plus speaking engagements. And, since Debra's training prepared me so well for this business, I'm able to be truly effective when marketing my services.
In a nut shell, Staging Diva is the best program for your money! It's worth every penny, and with hard work, you'll earn that money back before you know it!"
Leah Fritz (WI)
Perfect Place Home Staging, LLC
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| "I didn't know where to begin with my Home Staging business, but after taking the Staging Diva classes I have a clear plan! I'm starting miles ahead of where I thought I would.
This home staging business training program is a definite 10 on a scale of 1 to 5!
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Lucie wrote 9 months later...
"You are obviously dedicated to your students. I graduated over 9 months ago and here you are still offering advice and support. That's the sign of a true teacher! I somehow don't think that other staging programs have this level of commitment and the personal touch that you so generously offer."
Lucie Quigley (NS)
HOLT modern
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"Debra Gould and her course have changed my life! I looked at all the home staging training available.
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| I chose Staging Diva because it was more consumer friendly— being upfront about the industry not being regulated and what that really means. |
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I was a consumer advocate against fraud before becoming a professional home stager. Everything I do has to be completly transparent and I really don't like misleading word plays and hype.
Debra offers a very comprehensive course that shows her dedication and passion for what she has created from scratch. I share her style for doing business: being up front, understanding all aspects of the staging industry, keeping your integrity and the power of following your dreams! Debra offers this course and mentoring all from home, which makes my life as a mom so much easier!"
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Cheryl Reynen (BC)
Set The Stage Interiors
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"After 18 years in the interior design field I decided to take my expertise into Home Staging. I researched many programs, before joining Debra Gould’s Staging Diva Training. Her invaluable recordings and notes cover every detail of the business of Home Staging. The Staging Diva Training Program is one of the best investments I have made.
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| Within days of completing the recordings of The Staging Diva Training Program, Debra Gould sent me a very good client in my area. |
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Thank you Debra you are truly an inspiration."
Jeanette Cataldo (MA)
Stage Right Inc.
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"The Staging Diva Training Program is great and what's equally impressive is how often Debra manages to get stagingdiva.com to the top of a Google search! |
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This makes joining the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers such an excellent opportunity. It is the 'Expedia' of Home Staging, with constant updates and improvements!
Debra is a trend setter in the Home Staging field.
I'm so impressed with the personal support she contines to give her students and graduates!"
Renée Bates (ON)
Renée Bates Designs
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| "After the Staging Diva Courses I made almost $18,000 on my first project and staged another 17 homes in my first year, with an average fee of $10,000 on each! |
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| Thank you Debra Gould for all your help and encouragement and giving me a way to quit my previous job and become a full time home stager!" |
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Ken Sater (CA)
Creative Home Visions
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Styled and Sold Home Staging is featured in the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers
I want to express my gratitude for such an exceptional experience. I considered several different home staging courses and I am grateful that I chose your Staging Diva Training Program.
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Your generosity with your knowledge and motivational spirit are unique. No question was too trivial and in each answer you revealed something valuable to all. |
| Your concept of "creating a company that you want to work at" is one that I think of each day on my journey.
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| "Debra, I've been on such a high ever since I spoke to you today and then I printed and devoured all your Staging Diva Class notes in one session. |
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They will save me a ton of trial and error and addressed issues I was wrestling with, such as furniture inventory, the staging consultation and alliance ideas. |
Thank you for doing the home staging business justice.
There's a lot out there that's really nowhere near the calibre of where the home staging and interior redesign industry can go.
Thank you Debra Gould for being a leader in the home staging field!"
Lisa Kauffman
Boston Home Staging (MA)
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| "The Staging Diva TeleClasses have been incredibly encouraging and insightful.
I couldn't imagine paying over $1000 more just to sit in a classroom rather than using the TeleClass format you created.
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| The Staging Diva Program is so much more convenient and I can use the money I saved towards building my new company. |
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Thanks for all your Home Staging business expertise. Your program totally exceeded my expectations."
Grace Herman (FL)
Staged Beauty
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| "The 5 Staging Diva course recordings were really interesting and informative. |
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I especially loved the Staging Diva Checklist and listening to you describe your first project. It made me feel less nervous about starting out. |
| I'm one of those people who likes to have everything perfect before I get started and you helped me realize I can just put myself out there and see what happens."
Mandy wrote again later...
"I've just finished staging my sixth house and I'm loving every minute of it. Thank you Debra, I couldn't have done it without you!"
Mandy Cosentino (ON)
Cosentino Interiors
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"The Staging Diva program is excellent for learning about how to start and run a successful staging business. |
| I appreciated Debra's honesty, directness and her genuine encouragement to her students. What drew me to the Staging Diva program was the focus on marketing and overall business aspects. I know there are a lot of other programs out there that teach you "how" to stage a home, but if you don't know how to "run" the business you won't get anywhere. The Staging Diva program takes you one step further and gives you the information and tools to grow a real business if you have the talent and ambition to follow your dream." |
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Martha Zeigler (NY)
Staged-to-Go LLC
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| "I went to see my first client today! I was so nervous driving there I thought I was going to throw up!
Once there looking at the space it all just magically left me and I forgot about my nervousness.
The client loved all my ideas and actually booked a second appointment right on the spot.
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| I can’t believe I’m actually getting paid for something that I love to do and that comes so naturally to me! |
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Thanks for all your home staging business training and inspiration."
Peggy Depalma (ON)
Sanctuary Solutions
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| "I am totally excited about finally being able to do something with my talents that pays, and pays well!! |
| I am 50 and I so tired of my unsatisfying 9 to 5 work life. |
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| I'm ready to break away and Staging Diva is my ticket out!!
I am throughly enjoying the course recordings and finding them chock full of all the info I need to get started and keep going!!!!
Many thanks from a 'Sister Stager'"
Peggy Harrington (MI)
Wow Factor Design
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"I sincerely appreciate the value of focusing on how to 'develop a business', rather than how to 'do a job'.
Debra Gould has created a program that guides, encourages, and supports people interested in the home staging business.
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| I recommend The Staging Diva Program above any other courses available for home stagers who want to grow their potential!" |
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Charlene Yackanich (FL)
Put Your Best House Forward, Inc.
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| "Now that I've finished the Staging Diva Program I feel so much more equipped to run my staging business and make decisions about how to proceed. You covered everything you said you would, and what I learned will save me making lots of mistakes. |
| What I really love about you is your razor sharp business savvy combined with high ethical standards.
Thanks again Debra!"
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Billie-Jo Thomson (IA)
Restyled Homes
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"Debra, I'm so glad I added the Accelerator Upgrade when I signed up for the Staging Diva Training Program recordings. I want to thank you for your coaching time with me this morning.
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Talking with you reminded me of why I am following this path.
I enjoyed the call and your advice was so helpful.
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| I'm also so pleased with the Staging Diva Directory page you created for me. The whole experience of dealing with you has been fantastic. Thanks again for continuing to inspire me to build my staging business." |
Laura Jensen (WI)
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"It was great doing the Staging Diva TeleClasses from home by phone!
You provided so many ideas and practical strategies for growing our Home Staging business!
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I travelled first for another company's 'hands-on' course. It was a joke! More expensive and a complete waste of time and money!
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| The Staging Diva Program is so much more useful and organized and I'm proud to say I'm a Graduate of it! My staging business is steadily increasing, and I'm getting ready to train someone as an assistant." |
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Debra Garber (NV)
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"What a mentor you have been to me Debra! The Staging Diva Course was the exact push I needed to get my home staging business going.
The phone classes were inspiring, well organized, and a wealth of information. Your entrepreneurial insight was exactly what I had to learn.
You gave me the confidence to be proud and excited about my abilities, and to create a worthwhile service and business. I look forward to the continued education that Staging Diva will provide in the future.
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| I'm so glad I chose The Staging Diva Program instead of the other training programs offered in the US." |
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Kerry Griffith (OH)
Home Spa Staging
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"The Staging Diva Home Staging Training Program is one of the best programs I've ever taken in my life.
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| It's not just about Staging - it's about being in BUSINESS and making MONEY and keeping yourself SANE at the same time! |
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| I'm totally inspired and the Staging Diva program far exceeded my expectations.
Before taking your training I didn't know what to do next and how to do it. Now, I'm much more prepared to grow my staging business because you laid that out so very well. Thanks again Debra!"
Victoria Willits (MD)
Fresh Look Design
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Within a year Victoria and business partner Suzanne Paro decorated a room for the HGTV show "Sleep On It."
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| "It's been a pleasure taking the Staging Diva Courses. Although I ordered the course recordings because of my schedule, I felt as if I were right there with you in the classroom. Thanks for being such an incredible support throughout my journey into this new career! Even though we haven't met in person, I feel as if I've known you for years. |
| That $600,000 property I staged sold to the first couple that looked at it after I was done. It had been listed for 65 days with no offers. |
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The agent is absolutely sold on staging now and will be recommending me to the other 60 agents in her office. Debra, thank you for all your help and encouragement as I build my staging business."
Gary Baugher (TN)
An Eye 4 Change
Gary wrote again later...
"The latest house I staged sold in less than a week. Previously it had sat on the market for 75 days with an agent who didn't believe in staging. She does now!"
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2 Visions Home Staging is featured in the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers
"The Staging Diva Training Program took me out of uncertainty and into developing my business. In the TeleClass recordings, Debra provides simple instructions based on her own personal experiences. It's like having a mentor to guide you through unknown territory!
I used many of Debra's recommendations with great success. And while the Staging Diva Training Porgram has been an invaluable resource, we all know that the need for support doesn't end when your business begins. Debra has created several well-developed avenues for support of staging businesses that continue to promote our success.
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An amazing entrepreneur, Debra Gould is a fabulous role model for women in business.
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"The latest homeowner you referred to me turned into a $7,000 project. |
| Plus, I got a great testimonial when his house sold in 3 weeks for $80,000 more than expected. Another benefit of your referral is that I got to know his real estate agent who wants to use me as her stager for other clients.
I'm also really enjoying the free Staging Diva Dispatch and your articles in The Business of Home Staging.
I look forward to every bit of information from you, as I always find something useful for me at the stage I am at. Keep doing what you're doing! Thank you!"
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Sveta Melchuk (QC)
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Within a year of taking the Staging Diva Program, Sveta was invited to participate in a new TV show by Debbie Travis.
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"Thank you for the Staging Diva TeleClasses, which applied very well to me in Australia. They helped me get my business going and combined with my membership in the Staging Diva Network, I no longer have that daunting feeling of being alone as I face the challenges that come with starting a new business."
Lorraine Baxter (Sydney, Australia)
Living Trends Property Staging
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"Thank you for the home staging project referral on that $1.6 million dollar home. |
The staging went well and I felt confident and comfortable working with the clients thanks to what I learned in the Staging Diva Program."
Anne Counard (WI)
Ideal Home Staging
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| "I'd been checking out Staging Diva and other home staging programs for over a year. Honestly Debra's course exceeded my expectations. |
| I simply love the fact that the course curriculum is a "blueprint" with all the in's and out's of developing a Home Staging business— what a gift! |
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I've invested in a number of business related programs in the past, some worthwhile others a total waste of money; but the Staging Diva Home Staging Training Program proved to be "over-the-top" on a scale of 1 to 10."
Ameenah Lutfee (CA)
Ameenah wrote 6 months later: "Staging Diva Training provided me with the priceless 'glue' I needed to formalize my work. Thank you Debra for 'giving-me-my-wings'!"
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"Debra, it is a huge privilege to interact with you. No one has to feel intimidated or shy about their questions during the Staging Diva TeleClasses because you put everyone at ease.
Aside from all your brilliant facts and tips, I learned I have the skills and confidence to run my own staging business, support myself and have a great time.
The Staging Diva Program was worth every penny. Having a "mentor" like you who is currently running her own successful staging business and can guide me through is a blessing."
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| I feel fully armed and ready to go, and how many people starting a business can say that??!! |
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Jenny Olsen (AB)
Urban Lane Designs |
Note: Less than a year from completing the Staging Diva program, in addition to staging houses, Jenny:
- got a (paid) newspaper column on staging
- was hired to teach a college's 'Curb Appeal' Workshop
- was hired to speak at a Home Builders Conference.
Jenny wrote later to say...
"How would I ever have had the guts or the smarts to do this without you?!"
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| "While looking at different home staging training courses, I chose Debra's specifically because she did promote the business angle of staging.
I had already studied decorating and did not need to learn how to properly hang pictures, placement of furniture etc. During Debra's course, she outlines what is involved and how to stage houses. What sells a house and what does not.
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Having my business up and running almost a year, I feel that taking The Staging Diva Program equipped me more than efficiently to feel confident." |
Colleen Ernewein (ON)
Home Impressions Staging and Decorating
Two years later, Colleen writes:
"I took your course 2 years ago, it's hard to believe! I am now teaching a "do-it-yourself" course at a local college for those who want to ready their homes for re-sale, I have speaking engagements with the Chamber of Commerce, Public Libraries, Networking Groups and so much more.
I have also been on the radio and been published in our local paper and a few magazines. This year I was a "feature speaker" at our Home and Garden Show!
It is all really exciting, not only my work, but the fact that I am raising a newborn business, and it is starting to crawl, even walk! Thanks for all your advice!"
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| Debra Rowley Interior Staging is featured in the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers
"Thanks for your teaching such an informative and comprehensive home staging program.
You must know how much we all loved your enthusiastic delivery and knowledgeable experience. You are an inspiration to all new business owners.
You take away the fear and insert a 'can do' policy that gives us that extra boost of confidence.
I'm amazed at how promptly you continue to communicate with us.
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| You really care about our well-being.
I am so impressed with you and your integrity.
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| I am very happy that I took the Staging Diva course and will continue to buy your great products!" |
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| "After years of buying and selling my own properties, I decided to leave the corporate sector and merge my passion for decorating with my love of business. I was a little intimidated by the undertaking, but after participating in The Staging Diva Program, I stepped out with complete confidence. |
| I was apprehensive taking courses over the phone versus in a classroom, but I didn't want to pay twice as much to have someone show me how to move furniture around. |
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| Debra's course format was organized, and the information pertinent. I felt like I got twice the education for half the price. I know I will refer back to the Staging Diva course recordings time and time again."
Pamela J. Parker (TX)
StageRight Home Staging and Redesign
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| Stage It Simple is featured in the Staging Diva Directory of Home Stagers |
| "I did a lot of research and Debra Gould has the most comprehensive home staging training program.
My experience with The Staging Diva Program has been awesome! I can truly say that training with Debra was one of the best choices I have ever made.
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| Not only did Debra provide me with the tools, guidance and support needed to be successful, she helped me live my dream and passion! |
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I highly recommend The Staging Diva Program. I will forever be appreciative of Debra's help in making Stage It Simple successful!"
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| "I had only listened to the first three Staging Diva courses while commuting to my day job as a college professor, when I had my first home staging client meeting. |
| I felt so well prepared and had them eating out of the palm of my hand using your tips. The job went incredibly well and I could not tear the smile off my face after I left. |
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| I had to strongly resist the urge to skip back to my car in case the clients might be watching from their doorway.
Nothing I have ever done has given me such an elated feeling. Debra, thanks for your fabulous Staging Diva courses and for your mentoring! You have inspired me to broaden my business horizons. You're amazing!"
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Katherine James (ON)
Set Sale and Go Home Staging
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| "I listened to all the Staging Diva recordings this weekend. After 10 hours with you, I missed you this morning! The courses have so much relevant information on all aspects of the business! |
| I searched a long time for a way to combine the creativity and practicality that I'm fortunate to have, but I was never satisfied ... always missing one side or the other. |
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| Home staging is the answer that I've been looking for. You've been such an inspiration to me. Thank you Debra you are a goddess!!!
Pascale Petit (QC)
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"I have wanted my own home decor business for a long time, but never knew how to start. I had so many questions and no answers, so I thought I should give up the dream and settle for a regular 'job'.
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| Now, I not only have a clear path of where I'm headed, but I've made some long term goals for expanding my staging business. |
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| Thanks Debra, you truly are a life saver!" |
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Beth Koehnemann (IN)
The Nurtured Home, LLC
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| "It's been a long time since our business coaching call. |
| I want to thank you again for your advice, I'm sure I wouldn't still be in business without it!" |
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Deanna Ryan (MN)
d'Encore Staging & Redesign |
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"Within weeks of completing the Staging Diva course I had my first house staging project for a $1.5 million home! Had I not done the Staging Diva training I would have charged the client way less.
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| Now I understand what my services are worth thanks to Debra Gould's insight and real-world teaching. |
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| She boosted my confidence and gave me a solid foundation to grow my real estate staging business."
Marcia Lenci (CA)
Ambient Designs
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