Interior Design Business

Are your remodeling projects feeling more chaotic than rewarding? In this episode of Interior Design Business, we’re tackling the crucial topic of boundaries and how they can transform your design projects into profitable, stress-free ventures. Learn how to create clear agreements, set expectations, and protect your time while delivering exceptional results for your clients. Whether it’s managing...

Have you ever wondered how to make remodeling projects not only fun but also highly profitable?  In this episode of Interior Design Business, I’m sharing my hard-earned insights into how designers can lead remodeling jobs, avoid common pitfalls, and maximize their earnings. From creating clear contracts and setting boundaries to confidently owning your role as the leader of a project, I’ll walk yo...

Do you dread talking about money with your clients?  In this episode of Interior Design Business, I’m diving into the challenges designers face when they avoid money conversations—and how it can hurt your business, projects, and client relationships. I’ll share why skipping the budget talk early on leads to mismatched expectations, wasted time, and lost profitability. Plus, you’ll learn practical...

Have you ever dreamed of seeing your work featured in a national design magazine?  In this episode of Interior Design Business, I sit down with Erin Shakoor of Shakoor Interiors to discuss her incredible journey to being featured in the summer 2024 issue of House Beautiful. Erin shares the behind-the-scenes story of her three-year renovation project that earned an eight-page spread, including how...

Are you ready to start your design business but unsure where to begin? In this episode of Interior Design Business, I’m sharing the ultimate guide to building a successful design business from the ground up.  I’ll walk you through the essential steps—from setting up your legal framework and building your team to creating vendor relationships and crafting a clear marketing plan. Whether you’re just...

Talking about money with clients can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be!  In this episode of Interior Design Business , I’m joined by Head Mindset Coach Valerie Priester to discuss how to navigate money conversations with confidence and clarity.  We’ll uncover the hidden fears and money stories that hold designers back, and share practical strategies for discussing budgets, fees, and pro...

Does the idea of networking make you cringe?  In this episode of Interior Design Business , I’m breaking down why networking doesn’t have to feel awkward or forced. In fact, you’re probably already networking naturally—without even realizing it! I’ll share how to shift your mindset about networking and reframe it as an organic, relationship-building activity rather than a pushy, sales-driven chore...

In this episode of Interior Design Business, I’m sharing innovative ways to scale your design business and increase profitability through strategic partnerships. Partnering with other designers, contractors, or vendors can open the door to high-profile, big-budget projects you wouldn’t tackle on your own—all while keeping your business independent and financially secure. I’ll discuss real-world ex...

Are you wondering if now is the right time to hire for your design business?  In this episode of Interior Design Business , I’m diving into the key indicators that it’s time to bring on help and how hiring can transform your business. 🚀 From spotting the signs that you’re ready for extra support to understanding the financial impact of delegation, I’ll show you how hiring strategically can free u...

Do you feel like you can’t afford to hire help for your design business?  In this episode of Interior Design Business, I’m flipping that belief on its head and showing you why you actually can’t afford NOT to hire someone to help you.  I’ll break down how just one extra billed hour can pay for several hours of administrative support each week, freeing up your time to focus on income-generating act...

In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re diving into the challenges of staying in control during remodeling projects. When clients bring contractors into the mix too early, things can quickly get complicated. We’ll explore a real-life case where a designer lost control of a kitchen remodel after the client and contractor made changes without the designer’s input, leading to b...

In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, I’m sharing how design fees can streamline your workflow, increase profitability, and create a smoother process from start to finish. I dive into why setting up clear budget agreements and scopes of work upfront can eliminate wasted time and unpredictable income, making it easier to plan your day, manage your time, and focus on what matters...

In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re unpacking the different methods for calculating design fees—whether by square footage, hourly rates, or fixed fees—and how to choose the best approach for your business. With insights on the pros and cons of each method, I’ll guide you on using these strategies to communicate clearly with clients, define project scope, and set up profi...

In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, I’m discussing why design fees are a smarter choice than hourly billing for designers who want to grow their income and client satisfaction. If you’re still charging by the hour, you may be leaving money on the table and running into unnecessary challenges. I’ll share insights on how hourly billing can hold experienced designers back, lead t...

In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, I dive deeper into the challenges designers face when it comes to billing, especially with hourly rates and managing legacy clients. If you’ve ever found yourself taking on small, low-paying jobs that end up consuming more time than you estimated, this episode is for you! I share real-world examples, like the outdoor wall sconces project and...

Are you ready to start charging what you’re worth as a designer? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we focus on enhancing your billing practices and shifting your mindset toward valuing your design services. Host Terri Taylor shares key strategies to help you improve your billing accuracy, manage your time effectively, and maximize your income by focusing on design fees inste...

Are you ready to confidently charge what you’re worth as a designer? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, host Terri Taylor continues the discussion on overcoming pricing challenges and the importance of having transparent money conversations with clients. Terri shares why forming budget agreements can lead to higher fees than you might expect, and how mental barriers like self...

Are you struggling to price your interior design services confidently? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we tackle one of the biggest hurdles for designers: pricing! Host Terri Taylor dives into the common challenges interior designers face when it comes to charging their worth and having open conversations about money. From understanding your own money mindset to mastering...

Have you ever had a client seem interested, only for them to disappear with nothing but crickets in response? 🦗 In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we dive into the challenges of client engagement and how to avoid missed opportunities. We’ll explore the Law of Diminishing Intent and why it’s crucial to act quickly when a client shows interest. Learn effective strategies for s...

Have you ever been hit with a wave of exhaustion in the middle of a project, feeling like your energy has crashed completely? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re talking about the energy crash that happens to many designers and how you can fix it. We’ll cover how negative thoughts can drain your energy, even when everything seems to be going well. I’ll share simple, acti...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a money magnet? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Academy podcast, we’re diving into how you can harness the power of vibrational energy and practical money strategies to attract wealth and abundance into your life. From overcoming financial struggles to creating a thriving design business, learn how to change your relationship with mone...

Have you ever said yes to a client when really you wanted to say no? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re talking about how to say no to a potential client and do it gracefully.  Maybe you’re wondering why you’d ever say no to a potential client, and the truth is there are all kinds of reasons. They might not have a big enough budget, you might not have enough time, or ma...

Do you ever wonder if you're playing it too safe in your interior design career? In this episode, I’m challenging interior designers like you to dream big and tap into your true potential. I'll guide you through the process of applying your design visualization skills to business growth, showing you how to break down your big dreams into actionable steps.  By the end of this episode, you...

If a client told you they could pay your discovery fee and your design fee, but they couldn’t exceed a total budget of $50,000, what would you say? This episode of the Interior Design Business podcast shares an example of what can happen when old belief systems alter your present expectations and outcomes.  Old beliefs about money are really hard to shake, there’s no shame in that, but when you do...

How do you get published in a national design magazine?  Our guest in this episode of Interior Design Business, Erin Shakoor, is a long-time member of the Interior Design Business Academy who recently scored an eight-page spread in House Beautiful. I asked her if she would come on the podcast and talk to us about what that process was like.  Topics covered in this episode include: The method Erin...