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Design Smarter, Not Harder: Unleash the Power of AI in Your Interior Design Firm!
As an interior designer, it’s easy to get swept up in the creative whirlwind of transforming spaces and bringing your clients’ visions to life. But behind every beautifully designed room is a machine ... ...more
Blog ,Education Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship &Management
November 11, 2024•5 min read
![The Future of Interior Design in 2025 [The Table]](https://images.leadconnectorhq.com/image/f_webp/q_80/r_320/u_https://storage.googleapis.com/msgsndr/MpE117NlJaWIYArk83MH/media/672b8e76105b102ea5e26442.png)
The Future of Interior Design in 2025 [The Table]
Tune into the inaugural episode of The Success by Design Table Series where leaders in the interior design industry discuss business trends & predictions. ...more
Podcast ,Education Industry News Entrepreneurship &Design
November 08, 2024•46 min read
The Power of Process in the Interior Design Business: Unlocking Higher Profitability and More Sanity
As an interior designer, it’s easy to get swept up in the creative whirlwind of transforming spaces and bringing your clients’ visions to life. But behind every beautifully designed room is a machine ... ...more
Blog ,Education Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship &Management
November 06, 2024•3 min read
Avoiding Burnout and Staying Fresh: How to Thrive as an Interior Designer for the Long Haul
As an interior designer, your creativity is your greatest asset, but it can also be your most fragile resource. Whether you’ve been running your firm for one year or twenty, the relentless pressure of... ...more
Blog ,Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship Management &Design
October 13, 2024•3 min read
Your Unique Journey is Your Strength: Katie's Story About Embracing the Non-Standard Path in Interior Design
Whether you are a new designer or leading a seven-figure firm, it can feel daunting, especially when your path doesn't seem to align with the traditional routes often celebrated in the industry. But l... ...more
Blog ,Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship &Design
October 13, 2024•3 min read
Creative Burnout & Inspiration with Jennifer Bertrand
In this episode of the Success by Design podcast, Jennifer Bertrand joins Katie to share lessons she’s learned over 20+ years about creative burnout & inspiration. ...more
Podcast ,Entrepreneurship
October 11, 2024•37 min read
Breaking Through to Seven Figures: A Candid Conversation About Business Growth
Whether you're running a six-figure interior design firm aiming for seven figures or just thinking about launching your own business, this conversation is for you. We’ll tackle key skills and habits e... ...more
Blog ,Education Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship &Finance
October 01, 2024•2 min read
How to Scale Your Interior Design Business to 7-Figures
In this episode of the Success by Design podcast, Katie dives into exactly how to grow your design firm from the very beginning to 6- and 7-figures! ...more
Podcast ,Entrepreneurship
September 27, 2024•28 min read
Is Your Business Running You? It’s Time to Flip the Script
Do you ever feel like your business is running you, rather than the other way around? As interior designers, we often pour our hearts into our work, only to find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, stretch... ...more
Blog ,Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship Marketing &Management
September 24, 2024•4 min read
Embracing Art in Interior Design: Transforming Intimidation into Inspiration
The world of art can often seem intimidating, even to seasoned interior designers. The sheer breadth of styles, mediums, and historical contexts can be overwhelming. Yet, when approached with an open ... ...more
Blog ,Education Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship &Design
September 13, 2024•3 min read
How to Build & Design a Company Culture w/ Josh Dykstra
In this episode of the Success by Design podcast, Josh Dykstra is back with Katie to share how to build and design a good company culture for your firm! ...more
Podcast ,Entrepreneurship
September 13, 2024•33 min read
How to Start Your Interior Design Business: 10 Essential Steps
Starting your own interior design business can be one of the most exciting, intimidating and rewarding ventures of your career. If you have a passion for transforming spaces and a keen eye for aesthet... ...more
Blog ,Education Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship Finance Marketing &Management
August 28, 2024•8 min read
Standing Out as an Expert: Essential Questions Every Client Should Ask Their Interior Designer
When our clients think about hiring a professional, be it a plumber or an HVAC technician, they expect them to justify their rates with specialized training, experience, and proven results. These prof... ...more
Blog ,Education Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship Finance &Management
August 16, 2024•5 min read
How to Make Money as an Interior Designer with Laura Thornton
In this episode, Laura joins Katie to talk about how female interior designers can have profitable firms and businesses! ...more
Podcast ,Entrepreneurship
August 16, 2024•55 min read
Never Stop Learning: How Continuing Education Keeps Interior Designers at the Top of Their Game
In the exciting world of interior design, one thing's for sure: the adventure of learning and growing never takes a break! Whether you are just starting your career or are a seasoned professional with... ...more
Blog ,Education Industry News Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship &Management
July 18, 2024•4 min read
Trusting Your Gut: The Power of Intuition in Choosing the Right Clients as an Interior Designer
As an interior designer, your creativity and expertise shape the environments in which people live and work. But beyond the tangible aspects of design, there lies an often-overlooked yet incredibly po... ...more
Blog ,Interior Commercial Design Entrepreneurship &Management
June 23, 2024•3 min read
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