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

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 boundaries, decision-making, and recognizing warning signs before problems escalate.

For interior designers, knowing when to let go of a project can be just as important as knowing when to say yes.

In this episode, we learn:
• Why it takes courage to walk away from a project that is no longer serving you or your business
• How to identify red flags early and make better project decisions
• Why trusting your systems and instincts can help prevent costly mistakes
• How to communicate professionally with trades and project partners when a project is lost
• Why every business setback can provide valuable lessons for future success

Business of Design® & You

As interior design professionals, we LOVE our work because it matters so much. We want our clients to get our best every time, because it’s going to affect the way they live for years to come. But doing our best work isn’t possible if we can’t dedicate ourselves to it. And we can’t dedicate ourselves to it if doesn’t earn us a living.

Business of Design® is the best professional advice and business coaching available, and it’s just for you. Our mission is to liberate your talent and skill by showing you how to run a business that supports you, empowers you, and lets you love your work again.