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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 364 | Hiring & Managing Staff in Your Interior Design Business with Kimberley Seldon Feb 20, 2024

24 questions for 2024. This is Part 4 of 4—focused on staff.

In this episode, Cheryl Horne sits down with Kimberley Seldon to tackle the realities of hiring, managing, and retaining a team in your interior design business. From delegation challenges to choosing between employees and contractors,...

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EP 363 | Interior Design Business Strategy: Systems, Profit & Growth with Kimberley Seldon Feb 13, 2024

24 questions for 2024. This is Part 3 of 4—focused on business.

In this episode, Cheryl Horne sits down with Kimberley Seldon to answer key questions about running a successful interior design business. From contracts and systems to profitability and financial clarity, this conversation highligh...

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EP 362 | Interior Design Project Management: Systems That Work with Kimberley Seldon Feb 06, 2024

24 questions for 2024. This is Part 2 of 4—focused on projects.

In this episode, Cheryl Horne sits down with Kimberley Seldon to answer key questions about managing interior design projects more effectively. From implementing new systems to avoiding common mistakes, this conversation offers prac...

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EP 361 | Interior Design Clients: Set Expectations & Manage Projects with Kimberley Seldon Jan 30, 2024

24 questions for 2024. This is Part 1 of 4—focused on clients.

In this episode, Cheryl Horne sits down with Kimberley Seldon to answer key questions about managing client relationships in an interior design business. From setting expectations early to navigating difficult conversations, this epi...

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EP 360 | Be the Expert: Interior Design Confidence & Pricing with Kimberley Seldon (Live at IDS Toronto) Jan 23, 2024

Recorded live at the Interior Design Show (IDS) Toronto 2024, this episode features Kimberley Seldon, Business of Design® Advocate-in-Chief, speaking to a sold-out audience on what it truly means to be the expert in your interior design business.

Because expertise isn’t just about skill—it’s abo...

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EP 359 | Delegation for Interior Designers: Build a High-Performing Team with Casey Gromer Jan 16, 2024

Struggling to delegate in your interior design business?

You’re not alone—and the problem might not be your team. It might be how you’re assigning the work.

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Casey Gromer to explore why so many designers struggle with delegation—and how shifting fro...

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EP 358 | How to Work with Interior Designers: Boundaries & Process with Robin McLendon Jan 09, 2024

What do clients really want when working with an interior designer?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Robin McLendon—not a designer, but a client with firsthand experience. She shares what works, what doesn’t, and why having a clear process is essential for a successful project.

Th...

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EP 357 | Organize Your Interior Design Business with Helen Austen Jan 02, 2024

This episode originally aired as EP 314 on March 7, 2023.

Running an organized interior design business isn’t about becoming less creative—it’s about building the systems, habits, and structure that support your creativity and your success.

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Helen A...

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EP 356 | From Startup to Profitable Interior Design Firm with Kimberley Seldon Dec 26, 2023

This episode originally aired as EP 306 on January 10, 2023.

Building a mature, profitable interior design business doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of leadership, clear systems, and strong decision-making.

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares real-world insights and lessons learn...

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EP 355 | Fix Operational Gaps in Your Interior Design Business with Hilaire Martin Dec 19, 2023

Every mistake in your business is pointing to something deeper: an operational gap.

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Hilaire Martin to explore how interior designers can identify breakdowns in their workflow—and more importantly, fix them with clear systems and structure.

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EP 354 | Sustainable Interior Design: The Rule of Thirds with Patrick Ediger Dec 12, 2023

Can interior designers create beautiful spaces while reducing environmental impact?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Patrick Ediger to explore a practical approach to sustainable interior design. His “Rule of Thirds” offers a clear framework for sourcing that balances aesthetics, r...

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EP 353 | Interior Design Vendors: How to Work with Sales Reps with Carmen Reitnour Dec 05, 2023

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 project...

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