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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 326 | Client Communication for Interior Designers with Kimberley Seldon May 30, 2023

What can three real project emails teach you about running a better interior design business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon randomly selects three emails from her inbox and shares what they reveal about project management, client communication, and decision-making in an active design firm.

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EP 325 | Avoid Overdelivering in Interior Design with Melissa Morris May 23, 2023

Are you doing more work than you’re paid for—and calling it “good service”?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Melissa Morris to tackle one of the most common profitability problems in interior design: overdelivering. What often starts as a desire to exceed expectations can quickly t...

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EP 324 | Overcoming Fear in Your Interior Design Business with Tina Ramchandani May 16, 2023

Are fear and self-doubt holding you back from growing your interior design business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Tina Ramchandani to explore the very real fears designers face—around pricing, marketing, client reactions, and decision-making—and how to move forward despite them...

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EP 323 | Expanding Your Interior Design Business with Michelle & Brandon Burbidge May 09, 2023

Have you ever considered growing your interior design business beyond traditional services?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Michelle and Brandon Burbidge to explore how expanding into a design-adjacent business—like custom lighting—can open new revenue streams and elevate your bra...

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EP 322 | Accessible Interior Design & Aging in Place with Jennifer Bertrand May 02, 2023

How can interior designers create spaces that truly support clients through every stage of life?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Jennifer Bertrand—HGTV Design Star winner—to explore how interior designers can incorporate social responsibility into their work through accessible, in...

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EP 321 | Leadership Skills for Interior Designers with Ekaterina Solomeina Apr 25, 2023

What separates interior designers who lead successful projects from those who feel constantly challenged?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Ekaterina Solomeina to explore the leadership mindset required to run a thriving interior design business. From managing clients and trades to ...

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EP 320 | Profit Per Project for Interior Designers with Julia Nikishina Apr 18, 2023

Do you know which of your interior design projects are actually profitable?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Julia Nikishina to break down one of the most important metrics in your business: profit per project. Without clear visibility into your numbers, it’s impossible to make con...

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EP 319 | Know Your Worth as an Interior Designer with Andrea Liebross Apr 11, 2023

Are you undervaluing your work—and unintentionally limiting your business growth?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Andrea Liebross to explore how your beliefs about your worth directly impact your pricing, client relationships, and overall success as an interior designer.

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EP 318 | Build a Client Pipeline for Interior Designers with Cheryl Horne Apr 04, 2023

Are you constantly chasing your next project instead of confidently signing clients?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Cheryl Horne to break down how interior designers can build a consistent, reliable client pipeline that drives steady revenue and long-term business growth.

The mo...

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EP 317 | Communication Skills for Interior Designers with Mairlyn Smith Mar 28, 2023

Do you know how to respond confidently in the moment with clients?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Mairlyn Smith to explore how improv training can help interior designers think on their feet, communicate more effectively, and handle client interactions with greater ease.

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EP 316 | Lighting Design for Interior Designers with Genevieve Wild Mar 21, 2023

Are you treating lighting as an afterthought in your interior design projects?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Genevieve Wild to explore why intentional lighting design is essential to creating high-impact, professional interiors—and why leaving it to the electrician can compromis...

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EP 315 | Client Intake Process for Interior Designers with Porsche Williams Mar 14, 2023

Are you attracting the right clients—or saying yes to the wrong ones?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Porsche Williams to explore how a structured client intake process can elevate your interior design business, improve client experience, and protect your time.

Your intake proces...

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