Built From the Ground Up
Built From the Ground Up
Podcast Description
Welcome to Built From the Ground Up with Brian D. Hopper, a top producing luxury Seattle real estate broker. Listen to the success stories as business owners share their insights of how they built their empire From the Ground Up. Build from the Ground Up is all about the real journey behind success—from raw hustle to lasting impact.
Behind the Empire: The truth about building from scratch
Power Moves: Real wins from real players
Longevity: Strategies to stay ahead
Client-First Formula: Master service, retention & relationships
Real Estate: Hustle, deals. Design, Generosity, & many more topics.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores various themes such as the struggles and triumphs of building a business, strategies for long-term success, and the significance of client relationships. Episodes discuss topics like the blend of real estate and interior design showcased in episodes featuring designers like Nicole Hopper, while also covering behind-the-scenes aspects of successful businesses.
Welcome to Built From the Ground Up with Brian D. Hopper, a top producing luxury Seattle real estate broker. Listen to the success stories as business owners share their insights of how they built their empire From the Ground Up. Build from the Ground Up is all about the real journey behind success—from raw hustle to lasting impact.
Behind the Empire: The truth about building from scratch
Power Moves: Real wins from real players
Longevity: Strategies to stay ahead
Client-First Formula: Master service, retention & relationships
Real Estate: Hustle, deals. Design, Generosity, & many more topics.
☑️In this episode, Brian sits down with the incredibly talented award winning, magazine cover gracing Nicole Hopper. Nicole is a sought-after luxury interior designer and CEO of Nicole Hopper Interiors known for creating the most stunning transformations of exclusive homes through out the Pacific Northwest. Together, Brian & Nicole pull back the curtain on the synergy between high-end real estate and interior design—revealing the details and process of a well-designed space and the client experience.
🎬 Chapters for Episode 1: Nicole Hopper – Interior Design CEO
0:00 – Intro & Guest Reveal
Brian’s intro, Meet Nicole Hopper, award-winning designer and CEO of Nicole Hopper Interiors.
0:40 – Early Beginnings
How Nicole got started with design (and the $10,000 umbrella story).
2:15 – From Side Hustle to Full Business
Transitioning from small projects to full remodels.
5:00 – Building the Brand
Creating a logo, website, and branding with help from a coach.
6:45 – Finding Confidence Through Coaching
Personal growth and professional breakthrough moments.
8:00 – First Magazine Feature
Landing a COVER & a five-page spread in Portrait Magazine + Kirkland Lifestyle Magazine.
9:15 – Winning Designer of the Year
How local recognition kicked things into high gear.
10:25 – Growing the Team
Nicole's support crew and the roles they play.
14:00 – The Client Experience
Creating personalized, white-glove service in every project.
16:15 – Design Intuition & Discernment
Reading clients, understanding their lifestyle, and nailing the design.
17:55 – The Power of Professional Design
Why even great DIY lacks the magic of a designer’s eye.
19:00 – Project Portfolio Highlights
Nicole shares a peek at some standout projects (Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland).
21:30 – Behind-the-Scenes Process
What happens before the final reveal: renderings, mood boards, and more.
23:30 – From Construction to Reveal
Furniture installation, photo shoots, and the big “wow” moment.
25:00 – Real Estate Meets Design
How Nicole and her husband (Brian) merge their worlds.
26:10 – Buying Our Dream Home
The story of buying a client's house — and making it their own.
28:30 – Expanding to NYC
How the Upper East Side became her next big design canvas.
29:30 – Advice for Aspiring Designers
Nicole’s heartfelt advice to young creatives entering the field.
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Follow Brian:
Instagram: @HopperGroup
Website: BrianHopper.com
Follow our guest Nicole:
Instagram: @NicoleHopperInteriors
Portfolio: NicoleHopperInteriors.com
🛠️What is -Build from the Ground Up- all about and what we talk about:
Behind the Empire: The raw truth about what it takes from the ground up.
Power Moves & Success Stories: Real wins from real players.
Mastering Longevity in Business: Strategies to stay ahead.
The Client-First Formula – Mastering customer service, retention, and relationships.
Real Estate: Hustle, Deals, strategies, and PNW market insights.
Leveling Up: Mindset, money, generosity and mastery.
Strength & Stamina: Workouts that build both body and discipline.
Fuel for Greatness: Eating to win in life and business.
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