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Podcast episodes, event announcements, industry insights, and media features to help you run a more profitable, well-managed interior design business.
EP 110 | What Interior Designers Need to Know About Running a Business with Sarah Vermunt Apr 29, 2019

Why do so many interior designers feel prepared to design projects—but unprepared to run a business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Sarah Vermunt about the realities of entrepreneurship and the lessons most designers never learn in design school. From finding career direction to s...

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EP 109 | 3 Business Lessons Interior Designers Need to Hear with Kimberley Seldon Apr 23, 2019

What are some of the most important business lessons interior designers often overlook?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares a collection of insights, observations, and hard-earned lessons that didn’t fit neatly into other podcast episodes—but are too valuable not to share. From overcoming f...

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EP 108 | How Interior Designers Can Create Safer, More Comfortable Homes with Erik Listou Apr 15, 2019

What are some of the most important business lessons interior designers often overlook?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares a collection of insights, observations, and hard-earned lessons that didn’t fit neatly into other podcast episodes—but are too valuable not to share. From overcoming f...

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EP 107 | What My First Design Client Taught Me About Business with Kimberley Seldon Apr 08, 2019

What can your first client teach you about building a successful interior design business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon reflects on her very first design client and the valuable business lessons that emerged from that experience. Looking back with the benefit of hindsight, Kimberley shares ...

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EP 106 | How Interior Designers Can Fast-Track Business Growth with Sara Malek Barney Apr 01, 2019

How do you build a successful interior design business when you’re starting with no clients and no formal design training?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Sara Malek Barney about the strategies that helped her launch and grow a thriving design firm. Drawing on lessons from the ente...

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EP 105 | Shared Workspaces and Buying Groups for Interior Designers with LeAnne Bunnell Mar 25, 2019

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with LeAnne Bunnell and Swati Goorha about the advantages of cooperative workspaces and collective buying groups for interior designers. From creating a professional environment for clients to sharing resources, ideas, and industry knowledge, these collabo...

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EP 104 | How a 5-Year Plan Helped Build a Successful Design Business with Stephanie Poore Mar 18, 2019

What happens when an interior designer creates a clear vision for where they want their business to be in five years?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Stephanie Poore about how a long-term business plan helped guide her growth from startup to success. Stephanie shares practical less...

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EP 103 | How Interior Designers Can Attract Their Ideal Clients with Darla Powell Mar 11, 2019

Why do some interior designers attract their perfect clients while others struggle to stand out?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Darla Powell about the power of branding, authenticity, and defining your ideal client. Darla explains why trying to appeal to everyone often weakens you...

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EP 102 | Shared Workspaces for Interior Designers with 3 Business of Design® Alumni Mar 04, 2019

Could a cooperative workspace help interior designers grow their business, expand their network, and create a stronger client experience?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon explores the growing trend of cooperative workspaces designed specifically for interior designers. Featuring insights from T...

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EP 101 | How Interior Designers Can Spot Red Flags Before It’s Too Late with Kimberley Seldon Feb 25, 2019

When should an interior designer walk away from a project?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares a candid story about breaking one of her own business rules—and paying the price. What began as a promising project ultimately resulted in a loss, but also reinforced valuable lessons about bounda...

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EP 100 | How Adam Scougall Built a Successful Interior Design Business Feb 18, 2019

What does it take to transition from a corporate career to a thriving full-time interior design business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Adam Scougall about his journey from the corporate world into professional interior design and the business lessons he learned along the way. Ad...

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EP 099 | Should Interior Designers Switch to Flat Fees? with Jamie Ivey Feb 11, 2019

Is switching from hourly billing to flat fees the right move for your interior design business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Jamie Ivey about her transition from hourly billing to flat fees and the lessons she learned along the way. While flat fees can offer advantages for both ...

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