EP 353 | Interior Design Vendors: How to Work with Sales Reps with Carmen Reitnour
Are you fully leveraging one of the most valuable resources in your design business—your sales rep?
In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Carmen Reitnour to explore how interior designers can build stronger relationships with sales representatives to improve sourcing, streamline projects, and reduce overwhelm.
Because the right partnerships don’t just save time—they help you deliver better results for your clients.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- How to build a productive relationship with your sales reps
- Why regular communication leads to better sourcing and inspiration
- How to use your rep’s product knowledge to work more efficiently
- What information to provide when asking for help
- How sales reps can support you when problems arise
- Why maintaining your design library is easier with the right support
DESIGN INTERVENTION
The work you do as a design professional is amazing. Try not to take it personally when a client relationship goes off the rails. Dust yourself off and “get back on the horse”. You’ll do better next time.
About Carmen Reitnour
Not your ordinary sales representative! Carmen says she is overwhelmed with respect for interior designers and small business owners. She’s also committed to helping your interior design business succeed.
Instagram | Carmen_the_romo_rep
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