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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
I’m a commercial exterior and interior designer with an MBA and nearly 20 years in the industry. When I’m not leading my coast-to-coast, multi-million dollar firm, I love sharing real talk on the business of design, blending insights from 20 years as a business professor. I keep it honest—balancing work and chasing my two girls around.
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Colorful Conversations is like having a fun chat with your artsy friend who also knows how to create success! Katie's podcast is a must-listen for folks who love design and want to make money from their creative passions. She keeps you in the loop about the latest design trends while dropping priceless tips on turning your creativity into a successful business. Whether you're a design enthusiast or a budding entrepreneur, Katie's show is a goldmine of ideas and inspiration. So, tune in and get ready to blend style and success with her friendly and informative episodes – you won't want to miss it!
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