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 066 | How Interior Designers Build Confidence with Kara Loewentheil (Part 1) Jun 25, 2018

What if confidence isn’t something you earn—but something you create?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with confidence coach Kara Loewentheil about one of the most important skills for entrepreneurial success. Many interior designers believe confidence comes after achieving goals, landin...

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EP 064 | How Interior Designers Build Confidence with Laura Martin Bovard (Part 2) Jun 18, 2018

Are you unknowingly holding yourself back from the success you deserve?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon continues her conversation with Laura Martin Bovard about confidence, communication, and leadership. Together, they explore how designers can stop playing small, navigate difficult client si...

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EP 065 | How Interior Designers Can Sell Luxury with Confidence with Cecil Adams Jun 18, 2018

Are you holding clients back from choosing the best option because you’re afraid to show them the splurge?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Cecil Adams about bravery, confidence, and the value of strong trade relationships in an interior design business. From presenting luxury produ...

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EP 063 | How Interior Designers Build a Stronger Business with Cheryl Horne Jun 04, 2018

Motivation is great—but what if your interior design business needs more than inspiration to grow?

In this solo episode, Cheryl Horne explores why successful designers need more than good intentions to build a profitable, sustainable business. Just like physical fitness requires consistent train...

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EP 062 | Why Systems Are the Secret to a Profitable Design Business with LuAnn Nigara May 28, 2018

What separates a busy interior design firm from a mature, profitable, and scalable business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon sits down with LuAnn Nigara for a conversation about their favorite topic: systems. Together, they explore how clear processes, strong communication, and defined core va...

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EP 061 | Why Interior Designers Stay Stuck—and How to Move Forward with Lori Pedersen May 22, 2018

Are you busy growing your business—or just busy?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares a series of coaching conversations with Lori Pedersen and her team as they work through one of the most common challenges facing interior design firms: bottlenecking. Together, they explore the gap between ...

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EP 060 | How Interior Designers Build Confidence with Laura Martin Bovard (Part 1) May 16, 2018

What if the biggest factor influencing your success isn’t your talent—but your belief in your own value?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Laura Martin Bovard about confidence, self-worth, and the mindset required to become a mature business owner. Together, they explore how designer...

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EP 059 | Interior Design Business Q&A Live with Kimberley Seldon May 09, 2018

What are the biggest questions interior designers have about clients, contracts, hiring, and project management?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares insights from a live Business of Design® meet-up in Los Angeles, answering real-world questions from designers facing common business challeng...

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EP 058 | How Interior Designers Grow a Successful Design Firm with Sabrina Colosimo Apr 30, 2018

When is the right time to grow your interior design business—and what does sustainable growth actually look like?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Sabrina Colosimo about the power of incremental growth. Rather than chasing rapid expansion, Sabrina shares how thoughtful planning, str...

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EP 057 | Why Talent Alone Won’t Build a Successful Design Business with Steven Gurowitz Apr 23, 2018

Is talent enough to succeed as an interior designer?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Steven Gurowitz about the realities of building a successful design business. While creativity and talent may open doors, long-term success requires systems, structure, discipline, and business acu...

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EP 056 | Pricing Strategies for Interior Designers at High Point Market with Kimberley Seldon Apr 18, 2018

Are you charging enough—and more importantly, are you actually billing for all of your time?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares highlights from a lively roundtable discussion at High Point Market, where more than 100 interior designers gathered to discuss pricing, profitability, and client...

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EP 055 | How Interior Designers Stay Profitable as Product Margins Shrink with Leslie Carothers Apr 09, 2018

What happens when manufacturers start selling directly to consumers and product margins continue to shrink?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Leslie Carothers about one of the biggest challenges facing interior designers: changing product distribution models. While direct-to-consumer...

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