Operations and Project Management Beautiful work requires operational backbone. Use this hub to standardize tools, control scope, coordinate trades, and keep projects profitable and predictable. Start here: Quick wins Systems & guides Ops language you can use Podcast episodes What to do next Quick wins Pick one source of truth. Choose a single PM tool […]
Developing a CEO Mindset Developing a CEO Mindset can help change that and enable you to scale your business successfully. If you’re an interior designer struggling to grow your business beyond “just me,” this one’s for you. Maybe you’ve landed your dream project, but feel overwhelmed managing it solo. Or perhaps you have a small
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Guide Managing Client Expectations Around Trade Discounts. It’s one of the trickiest and most common questions interior designers face: “Can I have your trade discounts?” Although this may feel like an innocent request from clients, it places designers in a challenging position. Your trade discounts represent professional relationships, proprietary pricing structures, and essential profit margins.
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A recent question posed by @interiordesigncommunity sparked one of the most honest conversations we’ve seen about big e-retailers and their impact on interior design businesses. Opinions varied greatly, ranging from frustration to strategy, as they uncovered deep concerns and potential solutions. Here’s what designers had to say: “They are giving discounts to anyone with a
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An economic downturn can be daunting for interior designers. Project budgets shrink, clients hesitate to commit, and uncertainty sets in. But challenging times also present opportunities to strengthen your business, adapt your offerings, and emerge even more resilient. Here’s how interior designers can proactively respond and thrive during economic uncertainty. Diversify Your Services Diversification can
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Choosing the right project management software is a key decision for interior design businesses of all sizes. Today’s platforms range from all-in-one solutions with accounting and procurement to flexible tools focused on collaboration or visual design. This guide compares leading options—both specialized for interior design and general project management tools—highlighting features, pricing, and ideal use
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You design it, build it, then it gets stolen: When you design it, you put your heart into every detail. It’s crucial to recognize that when you design it, you deserve full recognition for your efforts. One way to protect what you design it is to keep a detailed record of your creative process. When
Survival Guide to the New Zip Code Dilemma: What happens when you have to move your design business? It started with a question from an Interior Design Community member: “Has anyone ever moved their interior design business out of state? My husband is in the military and recently got orders to a new location, which
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Trade Access: Who’s Letting the Wallpaper Guy In? Things get tricky when your client still lives in the home you’re designing. Every installation, delivery, or paint touch-up becomes a mini-operation. Someone must let trades in, answer questions, point to the right room, and ensure the dog doesn’t escape. But who handles that? Is it the
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Nothing wrecks a project timeline faster than a GC who implodes halfway through. One day, they’re promising timelines and updates. Next, you’re fielding frantic calls,
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