The Latest From Business of Design®

Podcast episodes, event announcements, industry insights, and media features to help you run a more profitable, well-managed interior design business.
EP 366 | Interior Design Mindset: How Awareness Transforms Your Business with Cortney McDermott Mar 05, 2024

What if real change in your business didn’t come from doing more—but from thinking differently?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Cortney McDermott to explore how shifting your attention and awareness can transform both your life and your interior design business. From mindset to cl...

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EP 365 | Feast or Famine: Managing Cash Flow in Your Interior Design Business with Danielle Hendon Feb 27, 2024

Is your interior design business stuck in a feast-or-famine cycle?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Danielle Hendon to break down how designers can manage inconsistent revenue, reduce financial stress, and build a more stable, profitable business.

Because fluctuations are normal—b...

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Empowered Design Summit Feb 22, 2024

A CELEBRATION ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY!

Join us on Friday, March 8th as we celebrate empowered women, empowering women while navigating the balancing act of business and life in the 21st century , all in honour of International Women’s Day.

12-6PM | Pacific Design Centre | 5th Floor Atrium

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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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KBIS 2024 | Lighten Up: The Humorous Side of Design Feb 01, 2024

Insert laughter, smirks, and relatable cringing in your day during this entertaining, engaging panel discussion. Join us at the stage for a candid exploration of the humorous moments, horror stories, unconventional client requests and unexpected twists. The result? Invaluable lessons learned by seas...

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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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