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EP 090 | How Interior Designers Can Break Through Barriers to Success with Kimberley Seldon Dec 10, 2018

What’s really standing between you and the interior design business you want?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon challenges interior designers to examine the beliefs, habits, and decisions that may be limiting their growth. While external obstacles are easy to blame, Kimberley argues that the big...

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EP 089 | Why Work-Life Balance Matters for Interior Designers with Andrew Mitchell Dec 03, 2018

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Andrew Mitchell about the importance of creating balance, protecting creativity, and building support systems that sustain long-term success. While balance may look different for every designer, Andrew explains why regular self-assessment and a willin...

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EP 088 | Client Gift Ideas for Interior Designers with Ashley Uhl Nov 26, 2018

How can thoughtful gift-giving help interior designers create stronger client relationships and a memorable service experience?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Ashley Uhl about the role of appreciation, personalization, and client care in building a successful design business. Whil...

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EP 087 | Google Ads for Interior Designers with Faith Sheridan Nov 19, 2018

Can Google Ads help interior designers attract better clients and grow their business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Faith Sheridan about her experience using Google Ads to generate qualified leads for her interior design firm. After deciding to try a new marketing strategy, Fait...

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EP 086 | Speaking Opportunities for Interior Designers with Juliette Palarea (Part 2) Nov 12, 2018

Can public speaking help interior designers grow their business and attract better clients?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon continues her conversation with Juliette Palarea about how speaking engagements can become a powerful marketing and business development tool. Whether you’re presenting a...

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EP 085 | How Interior Designers Should Apologize to Clients with Kimberley Seldon Nov 05, 2018

How should interior designers handle mistakes, client concerns, and difficult conversations with professionalism?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares practical advice for making apologies that rebuild trust and protect client relationships. When something goes wrong, taking ownership, expre...

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EP 084 | Mindset Lessons for Interior Designers with Beth Halstead Oct 29, 2018

What role do mindset, intention, and self-awareness play in building a successful interior design business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Beth Halstead about the personal and professional qualities that support long-term success. While systems and business practices remain essent...

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EP 083 | Tax Strategies for Interior Designers with Craig Cody (Part 2) Oct 22, 2018

Are you keeping as much of your hard-earned money as possible?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon continues her conversation with Craig Cody about practical tax and financial strategies that can help business owners retain more of their profits. From retirement planning and employee benefits to w...

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EP 082 | How Interior Designers Build Lasting Client Relationships with Kimberley Seldon Oct 15, 2018

What do clients really want from their interior designer after the project begins—and even after it ends?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares insights from a client conversation about communication, trust, and the importance of maintaining meaningful relationships throughout the design proc...

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EP 081 | How Interior Designers Can Reinvent Their Business with Juliette Palarea (Part 1) Oct 08, 2018

What happens when you’ve poured your heart and soul into your design business, but the results aren’t matching the effort?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Juliette Palarea about reaching a breaking point in her career and finding the courage to make meaningful changes. Juliette sha...

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EP 080 | Tax Strategies Every Interior Designer Should Know with Craig Cody (Part 1) Oct 01, 2018

Are you making smart financial decisions that help you keep more of the money your business earns?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon begins a two-part conversation with Craig Cody about the financial strategies business owners can use to improve profitability and reduce unnecessary tax burdens. ...

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EP 079 | How Interior Designers Can Create a More Fulfilling Career with Sarah Vermunt Sep 24, 2018

Are you truly happy in your career—or just too busy to stop and ask?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Sarah Vermunt about the importance of self-reflection, career clarity, and creating a business that aligns with your values and goals. While many interior designers focus on strateg...

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