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Relocating Your Interior Design Business
Darla is joined by Stephanie Mahaney, an accomplished interior designer, to discuss the challenges and triumphs associated with relocating her business from Florida to Maine. Stephanie shares her journey, including rebranding efforts, digital and PR strategies,...
Economic Trends and Tips for Interior Designers in 2024
This week, Darla sits down with renowned interior design coach Gail Doby. They discuss the current state of the interior design industry and talk about the challenges faced by designers due to economic pressures like interest rates and inflation. Gail...
How to Build a Profitable Interior Design Business
Darla discusses essential financial strategies for interior design businesses with guest Michelle Cooper. The conversation covers topics such as determining a healthy profit margin, managing business scaling, and maintaining profitability. Michelle shares...
How to Design Vacation Homes and the Joy in Niching Down Your Business [Replay]
One of the best kept secrets in the interior design industry is designing for vacation homes. How do you do it? How do you get into it? What are the benefits? Today’s guests, Melinda Cahill and Suzanne Glavin of North Shore Nest, discuss the ins and...
The Value of Magazine Features for Designers in the Digital Age
Darla sits down with Dan Rubinstein to discuss the process of getting interior design projects into print and digital magazines. They also discuss the importance of an effective and holistic marketing strategy. Dan shares some tips on leveraging photography,...
Get Your Time Back with Pre-Recorded Video Consultations
Are you an interior designer or small business owner that hates sales calls? Well, there may be another way for you to connect with prospective clients. Today's guest, Frankie Fihn, delves into how pre-recorded videos can replace traditional sales calls,...
Secrets to a Hiccup-Free Install Day
Darla sits down with interior designer Bambi Bratton to discuss setting proper expectations for install day, managing client relationships, and dealing with logistics. They discuss Bambi's journey in the design world, her marriage to a custom home builder,...
How to Rebuild After a Business Partner Break Up
Darla sits down with Katie Schroder, founder of Atelier Interior Design, to discuss her journey through challenging business partnerships and personal growth. Katie offers candid insights into her experiences, sharing advice for those considering business...
What They Don’t Teach You in Interior Design School [REPLAY]
Are you struggling to voice your opinion on the job site with contractors? Do you want to feel empowered to speak up in a male-dominated space? Today’s guest, Elizabeth Lord-Levitt, shares some tips on how to learn the ins and outs of construction so...
Flat Fee vs. Hourly: How to Price Your Interior Design Services [REPLAY]
What's the difference between a flat rate and an hourly rate? Which should you use when pricing your interior design services so you end up with more money in your pocket? Shelby and Kasey of Daley Home are here to help with transparent tips on how they...
