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 280 | Systems for Interior Design Business Success with Kimberley Seldon Jul 05, 2022

Do you want a more successful interior design business—but without the chaos behind the scenes?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon explains why the polished results clients see are only the “tip of the iceberg.” Behind every successful project and beautiful portfolio is a foundation of strong sys...

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EP 279 | Business Systems for Architects & Designers with Brooke Aitken (Part 2) Jun 28, 2022

Can the same business systems work for both architects and interior designers?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon continues the conversation with Brooke Aitken to explore how Business of Design™ principles apply within an architectural practice—and why strong systems are essential no matter your ...

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EP 278 | Understanding Your P&L as an Interior Designer with Danielle Hayden Jun 21, 2022

Are you tracking revenue—but still unsure whether your interior design business is truly profitable?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Danielle Hayden, CEO of Kickstart Accounting, to break down how interior designers can better understand their profit and loss statement—and use fin...

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EP 277 | Accountability for Interior Designers with Business of Design® Alumni Jun 14, 2022

Do you have the support and accountability needed to grow your interior design business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Kelly Tivey, Justine Sterling, and Tracy Dyck to discuss the power of accountability, community, and strategic support in building a successful design firm.

Gr...

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EP 276 | Business Systems for Architects with Brooke Aitken (Part 1) Jun 07, 2022

Can architects use the same business systems that help interior designers succeed?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Brooke Aitken to explore how Business of Design® principles apply within an architectural practice—and why strong project management systems matter across all creativ...

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EP 275 | Getting Published as an Interior Designer with Kelli Lamb May 31, 2022

Want to get your interior design projects featured in magazines, blogs, and online publications?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Kelli Lamb to discuss how interior designers can successfully pitch their work to editors, gain media exposure, and use publication opportunities to gro...

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EP 274 | Interior Design Portfolio Tips with Katie O’Brien May 24, 2022

Is your interior design portfolio attracting clients—or just generating compliments?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Katie O’Brien to discuss how interior designers can transform their portfolio websites into high-converting marketing tools that turn browsers into paying clients.

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EP 273 | Overcoming Overwhelm in Your Interior Design Business with Desi Creswell May 17, 2022

Feeling overwhelmed by your interior design business, projects, or endless to-do list?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Desi Creswell to explore the causes of overwhelm and how interior designers can recognize the warning signs before stress starts impacting decision-making, produc...

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EP 272 | Custom Furniture for Interior Designers with Buildlane May 10, 2022

How can custom furniture elevate your interior design projects—and your client experience?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Frank Eybsen of Buildlane to explore the value of custom furniture design, fabrication, and specification for interior designers.

From understanding construc...

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EP 271 | Legal Protection for Interior Designers with Thomas Nation May 03, 2022

Are unclear contracts and pricing practices putting your interior design business at risk?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by construction law specialist Thomas Nation of Harrison Clark Rickerbys to discuss the legal responsibilities interior designers face when managing client relat...

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EP 270 | Protecting Your Interior Design Business from Litigation with Jamie Lieberman Apr 26, 2022

Are you doing enough to legally protect your interior design business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Jamie Lieberman of Hashtag Legal to discuss practical ways interior designers can reduce legal risk and better protect themselves from potential litigation.

There’s no single so...

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EP 269 | Interior Design Contracts with Mehnaz Malik Apr 19, 2022

Is your interior design contract actually protecting your business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Mehnaz Malik to discuss one important contract change that can improve clarity, strengthen client understanding, and better protect your design business.

Too often, contracts are f...

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