EP 085 | How Interior Designers Should Apologize to Clients with Kimberley Seldon
How should interior designers handle mistakes, client concerns, and difficult conversations with professionalism?
In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares practical advice for making apologies that rebuild trust and protect client relationships. When something goes wrong, taking ownership, expressing genuine regret, and addressing the issue directly can help designers move forward with confidence and integrity.
For interior designers, this episode is a reminder that strong leadership includes accountability, clear communication, and a willingness to improve the systems that support your business.
In this episode, we learn:
• Why taking responsibility helps designers become stronger business owners
• How weak systems can create unnecessary risk and client frustration
• Why words like “if” and “but” can weaken an apology
• How reflection helps prevent the same mistake from happening again
• Why exploring best- and worst-case scenarios improves decision-making
• How face-to-face conversations can help resolve difficult situations
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