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Tariffs Just Changed Everything About Sourcing—Here’s What Designers Need to Know, Ep 463
Are your go-to vendors quietly tanking your margins—and you don’t even know it? Behind the scenes of your interior design business, a silent upheaval is happening. Tariffs are surging, especially on furnishings imported from China, with...
Tariffs Just Changed Everything About Sourcing—Here’s What Designers Need to Know
Are your go-to vendors quietly tanking your margins—and you don’t even know it? Behind the scenes of your interior design business, a silent upheaval is happening. Tariffs are surging, especially on furnishings imported from China, with rates leaping...
The Secret Language of High-End Clients (And How to Speak It)
What if “great work” isn’t enough to attract the clients you really want? Luxury clients aren’t just buying your taste or talent but investing in an experience that speaks their language. In this episode, photographer and author Jeffrey Shaw...
From Hospitality to High-End Interiors: The Business of Creating Unforgettable Spaces
What can interior designers learn from the world of luxury hospitality? In this episode, Darla sits down with designer and entrepreneur Harry Myers to explore how his background in hospitality and banking shaped his approach to high-end interiors. Harry...
The Power of Storytelling: Elevate Your Interior Design Brand with Video
Marketing isn’t just about showing your work—it’s about telling your story. In this episode of Designed by Wingnut, video marketing expert Jude Charles joins Darla to reveal how interior designers can use storytelling and docu-series to connect...
Unlocking the 100 Mindset: Small Steps for Big Success in Interior Design
In this episode of Designed by Wingnut Social, Jason Yarusi introduces the Live 100 Mindset, a strategy focused on making small, consistent improvements to achieve long-term success. Drawing from his experience running 100 miles, Jason shares insights...
How to Build & Scale a Profitable Interior Design Business [Replay]
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...
The Power of Podcasting for Interior Designers
This week, Darla and Mischa Zvegintzov discuss the importance of podcast guesting for service providers, particularly in the interior design industry. Mischa emphasizes the value of reaching target audiences through podcasts, building thought leadership,...
Strategies for Selling Your Interior Design Firm
In this episode, Darla and guest Brad Farris dive into the intricacies of preparing to sell your interior design business. They discuss the importance of growth, sustainable operations, and strategic planning—whether you’re considering a sale or simply...
How to Maintain Your Own Company as a Sole Entrepreneur [REPLAY]
Are you thinking about starting your own company, or have you already started one but are struggling to stay afloat? Today's guest, Lindsie Davis of Blueberry Jones Design, has lots of tips on how to develop reliable systems to take control of your business....
