TDX Podcast

What do interior designers need as far as transportation, and what type of transportation resources do you need to get products rapidly?? In this fun episode, we talk about it all. Here's how to reach us: Emails: Danny@dannyrusso.com, Melinda@finedesignsandinteriors.com Websites: www.dannyrusso.com , www.finedesignsandinteriors.com Instagram: @finedesignsint @tdxpodcast @danielrussohome @dannyruss...

Today's episode is about having an assistant in your line of work. What are the pros and cons of hiring an assistant? Is it worth it? Danny and Melinda have had many design assistants in the past, and they are going to share their advice in hiring a new one.

Danny and Melinda talk about different products that clients can really only get access to through an interior designer and that is why the quality of products that our clients get is better than what you would just normally buy from the department store. The amount of time and work that goes into researching and finding great quality vendors is well worth the money!

In this new business series, Danny and Melinda discuss all the types of insurance you will need to have as an interior designer.

Back at Highpoint Market, Danny is in an interview with Camille and they are talking about what style is trending now with interior design.

Thank you to our of our listeners! We are celebrating our 100th episode today by talking about cabinets. Is it cheaper to go through local cabinetry businesses or bigger ones? The price is all in the inner details of the cabinets - spice cabinets, lazy susan, pull-out drawers, etc.. Listen to hear more about cabinetry!

Emails: Danny@dannyrusso.com, Melinda@finedesignsandinteriors.com Websites: www.dannyrussocom , www.finedesignsandinteriors.com Instagram: @finedesignsint @danielrussohome @dannyrusso Listen to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! https://open.spotify.com/show/6Ps2H3yaMVPWUpREeZB1PG

We are at one of our client's houses with today's episode! We are discussing the grand millennial interior style and how it came to be. It has been trending in the interior design world recently and we wanted to go over how these trends work and our opinion on them. Here's how to reach us: Emails: Danny@dannyrusso.com, Melinda@finedesignsandinteriors.com Websites: www.dannyrusso.com , www.finedesi...

This episode is from our trip to Highpoint Market! Today we are talking about some new things that are happening. The new ME Bag website is up and you can order one now at https://mebagpro.com/. We are also discussing technology for interior designers and what we use for our business that really help with keeping things under control. Lots of great information on keeping up with technology! Here's...

In this second part of TDX, Danny and Matt talk more about contractors and construction. What is MDF? Should I use flat paint? In this episode, they discuss different contracting experiences, as well as types of materials that are being used.

Melinda and Matt talk about contractors and what to expect from a contractor vs. an interior designer. If you are planning to have work done on your home, this episode will be very helpful in your decision making. Emails: Danny@dannyrusso.com, Melinda@finedesignsandinteriors.com Websites: www.dannyrusso.com , www.finedesignsandinteriors.com Instagram: @finedesignsint @the.design.exchange @dannyrus...

In this mini-sode we are talking about tile with Allison Eden! She has amazing tile patterns and can even do custom tiles. Listen and learn about different things you can do with tiles and the creativity that Allison has found in it! For more information on Allison, go to: https://www.allisoneden.com/?fbclid=IwAR1g5MKdLAHg8fYeLWbAiQW5JFpLVxtUdVbOA1jmzc1DfDsxuJ4QQaxVx3Q

We are back with the second part of TDX LIVE at the Phillips Center with special guest Barrie Livingstone! He talks about the work he has done in Malibu and the different things he has done in his career. We are also interviewing Julia Malloy and the BOLD by Design magazine, business coaching, and more! For more on Barrie Livingstone go to: https://barrielivingstone.com/ Julia Malloy: https://inte...

Today we are the Phillips Collection in High Point, NC interviewing some top designers at the market! Our first guest is Kristi Hopper and Donna Moss and they talk about their journey through the design business and what new things that they are working on. They also talk about the new book "Best of Show" and the details about what is in the book. If you would like your own copy of "Best of Show"...

We are on the road again! This podcast is in the car and we are talking about how to get good reviews as an entrepreneur! We discuss how to deal with customers that will leave negative reviews and how to get clients to review you. It is best to personally ask your client or customer to review for you, and even have them do it while you are there.

We are going a little off-brand with this episode and are talking about shesheds and tiny homes! Melinda's mother just finished her very own sheshed, and we are discussing the details about tiny homes/shesheds it and what they can be used for.

Today we are talking about contractors! Having great contractors in your life is such an important piece of running a successful interior design business as well as saving your butt when you need work done on your house! We are talking about what you need to have a builder in your home and the expectations of both parties involved.

Today's episode is about taking photos of your pieces/space with an iPhone camera and when you need to hire a professional photographer. Melinda explains the settings on the new iPhone and what to use for different types of photos. Staging and photographing is one of the most important things when trying to showcase your work, and this episode goes into the best ways to do that.

This episode is about where to order furniture during the pandemic and where NOT to order from. If you are looking to have furniture in the next three months, you may want to order it now! The market is so backed up, and you want to make sure that you have plenty of time to receive your furniture.

Today's episode is about coaches! It is important to ask yourself "what, where, when, why, how?" when you are going into your design business. This episode goes over the budget you should have for a coach and the importance of coaches and mentors in your business!!

In today's episode, we are catching up on what's been happening these last few weeks and talking about the shortages and issues we have faced in 2020 and 2021 in the design industry. There has been a bunch of business, but supplies are all backed up. The prices of wood have gone through the roof! Tune in to learn about different solutions to how to deal with these effects of COVID-19. Here's how t...

On this episode of TDX we are discussing the market in Vegas! Danny and Melinda just got back from their trip and are sharing their experience with the convention happening for designers on the West Coast. There are some new and exciting things happening this year, especially with Danny's book coming out! Emails: Danny@dannyrusso.com, Melinda@finedesignsandinteriors.com Websites: www.dannyrusso.co...

In this episode, we are talking about The Secret by Rhonda Byrnes. She introduces great ways to visualize your space and your life. Melinda and Danny use "mood boards" to get ideas on what your client wants for their space. Here's how to reach us: Emails: Danny@dannyrusso.com, Melinda@finedesignsandinteriors.com Websites: www.dannyrusso.com , www.finedesignsandinteriors.com Instagram: @finedesigns...

First, we get to hear about Danny's experience being called a Karen, you can let us know if you agree. Second, we are talking about networking and insurance for fellow designers and how important it is. Here's how to reach us: Emails: Danny@dannyrusso.com, Melinda@finedesignsandinteriors.com Websites: www.dannyrusso.com , www.finedesignsandinteriors.com Instagram: @finedesignsint @the.design.excha...

"You'd have to have a mental illness to do what we do" - Danny Russo All jokes aside, have you ever considered being an interior designer? Today's episode covers the REAL inside scoop on what being an interior designer looks like. If you are considering it, or you are an interior designer already, check out Melinda's NEW product! The ME bag comes with everything you need on the go for interior des...