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 162 | How Interior Designers Can Stay Resilient and Keep Going with Nikki Fisher Apr 06, 2020

What helps interior designers succeed when business feels uncertain or overwhelming?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by BOD™ member Nikki Fisher to discuss resilience, community, and the mindset required to keep moving forward during challenging times.

Running an interior design bus...

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EP 161 | Why Profit Matters More Than Revenue for Interior Designers with Kimberley Seldon Apr 02, 2020

Are you chasing revenue in your interior design business — or building real profitability?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares hard-earned lessons from past economic downturns and explains why interior designers should focus on profitability, not simply generating more income.

During uncer...

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EP 160 | Talking to Interior Design Clients During Uncertain Times with Maricke Emanoilidis Mar 30, 2020

How should interior designers communicate with clients during times of uncertainty and change?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks directly with client Maricke Emanoilidis to better understand what clients are thinking, feeling, and needing from their designers during challenging times.

Ra...

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EP 159 | Interior Design Systems for Surviving a Recession with Alexa Ralff Mar 26, 2020

How can interior designers strengthen their business during uncertain economic times?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by designer Alexa Ralff to discuss why refining systems, improving communication, and staying visible are essential strategies for navigating economic slowdowns and p...

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EP 158 | How Interior Designers Can Survive a Recession with David C. Baker Mar 23, 2020

How should interior designers prepare their business for an economic downturn?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by entrepreneurial expert David C. Baker to discuss the critical business decisions designers must make during uncertain economic times.

When fear and uncertainty rise, man...

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EP 157 | How Interior Designers Can Navigate Business During COVID-19 with Kimberley Seldon Mar 18, 2020

In response to the rapidly changing realities facing interior designers during the COVID-19 shutdown, Business of Design® is launching a special series of BOD™ Business Alert episodes focused on timely business advice, operational strategies, and practical support for the design community.

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EP 156 | Kimberley Seldon’s Journey to Building Business of Design® with Andrew Mitchell Mar 11, 2020

How did Kimberley Seldon transform years of hard-earned lessons into Business of Design®?

In this episode, Andrew Mitchell interviews Kimberley Seldon about her journey as an interior designer, the challenges she faced early in business, and the experiences that ultimately inspired the creation ...

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EP 155 | How Interior Designers Can Implement Better Business Systems with Kimberley Seldon Mar 09, 2020

Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of changing how you run your interior design business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares practical advice for designers who are new to Business of Design® or unsure where to begin when implementing better systems and processes.

Making changes in your busin...

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EP 154 | Goal Setting for Interior Designers with Andrew Mitchell Mar 05, 2020

Why do some interior designers stay focused and grow their business — while others feel stuck and overwhelmed?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by design coach Andrew Mitchell to discuss the power of strategic goal setting and how clear direction helps interior designers navigate chal...

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EP 153 | How Interior Designers and Architects Can Work Better Together with Ramona Albert Feb 25, 2020

What makes the relationship between interior designers and architects successful?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Ramona Albert to discuss how interior designers and architects can collaborate more effectively to create stronger projects and better client experiences.

While archi...

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EP 152 | Pricing Creativity for Interior Designers with Blair Enns (Part 2) Feb 17, 2020

Can interior designers charge what they’re truly worth — and still earn the trust of clients and trades?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon continues her conversation with Pricing Creativity author Blair Enns about value-based pricing, profitability, and why creative professionals must confidentl...

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EP 151 | How Interior Designers Can Attract Clients Through Social Media with Kate the Socialite Feb 10, 2020

Can social media actually help interior designers attract better clients and grow their business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by marketing expert Kate the Socialite to discuss how interior designers can use social media strategically to create visibility, build trust, and generat...

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