Real Results from Interior Designers Using Business of DesignŽ Systems and Strategies
See how interior designers are transforming their businesses with Business of DesignÂŽ. From raising fees and improving client processes to gaining clarity and confidence, these real client stories highlight whatâs possible when proven systems and expert coaching are put into action.
DuVäl Reynolds
Virginia, USA
"When designers ask me how to grow their business, I tell them the same thing every time. Do what I did and start with Business of DesignÂŽ. Start with the BOD15. That's where every successful design business starts."
Jessie Gutknecht
Minnesota, USA
"The BOD⢠Financial Bootcamp was so good. It broke things down in a way that actually made sense and didn't feel overwhelming. I loved how actionable everything wasâI could start implementing things immediately. I left feeling more confident, informed and motivated to take control of my businesses financial future. If you've been putting off getting your finances together, this is 100% worth it. Thank you Kimberley and Cheryl for everything!"
Ellie Black
Virginia, USA
"Starting the BODÂŽ program has changed my business completely and Iâm so grateful that you were there to answer my questions and help me get started from the beginning. I implemented the BODâ˘15 and have seen dramatic improvements in my business operations, client management, and profitability (99% increase in only 3 months!)."
Zilia Zhou
California, USA
"Iâm genuinely grateful for the BODâ˘15. Iâve been using it like a north star for the past six months, and it has completely transformed the way I talk about my process. Clients love that Iâm structured and organized, so thank you all to the BOD team and Kimberley for building something this solid."
Robyn Cote
Sydney, AUS
"Thank you again for your guidance and generous sharing of experience. I love the transparent, tell-it-like-it-is approach. This has been the most valuable, relevant and practical training I have undertaken and I have a new attitude to my business and my clients. As others have done, my take-home income has probably tripled since I joined several years ago."
Rebecca Ward
California, USA
"Thank you for the years of great training and coaching! Business of DesignÂŽ truly has transformed my business and I love the life-long connections I have made."
Dana Enderby
Wisconsin, USA
"I have studied and implemented the BODâ˘15 Steps into my practice. I now have confidence, quality systems and a great understanding of HOW to run my design business. I have my own studio and shop and have tripled my income. BOD⢠helped me to pinpoint my ideal client â not only to identify who I think they are but also who they are looking for and who I need to be for them."
Brenda
Oregon, USA
"I live in a small, isolated brend on the borders of CA and OR. I am the only interior designer/project manager in the entire county. It has been a struggle to not have a mentor to look up to for advice and guidance. With joining the Business of DesignÂŽÂ programs, I feel like Iâve finally found someone to help me out, even if itâs only through videos!"
Alex Thorsberg
Maryland, USA
"I was so happy with being able to participate in my first BOD⢠Live meeting. It was so exciting and encouraging to hear everybody sharing their information and problems and all pitching in for solutions, so THANK YOU!"
Cheryl Wnek
Ontario, CA
"I canât even begin to thank you enough for the programs, coaching and inspiration! BOD⢠has been a game changer for my business. I have completed the BOD⢠15 Steps and six additional programs; listened to countless podcasts and attended numerous monthly meetings. My business is experiencing wonderful growth, in large part thanks to finding BODâ˘."
Jodie Carter
Sydney, AUS
"I listened to the first few podcasts and heard my story! I signed up straight away and did all the courses and implemented everything like a crazy woman. I went from tiny, unprofitable projects working for minus $20/hour to working on waterfront mansions with generous budgets and getting paid $37/hour for every hour I worked, not to mention the fabulous bonuses when I sold product and shared discounts with my clients."
Andrea Reordan
Texas, USA
"The BODâ˘15 covers everything I didnât learn in Interior Design school or Business school from seasoned industry professionals. Business of DesignÂŽ creates industry standardization and promotes accountability."
Destini Harris
Virginia, USA
"The BODâ˘15 Step Project Management Strategy program was exactly what I needed. Iâve really learned a lot! Thank you so much!"
Viktoria Gilanyi
Ontario, CA
"I really enjoyed every video and found the Business of DesignÂŽ programs extremely helpful. Iâm looking forward to putting everything Iâve learnt into action!"
Amanda Giles
California, USA
"OMG. It totally worked!! Only minimal changes on the presentation and I got the full check."
Shannon Christensen
Spokane Valley, WA
"I finished the BOD⢠15 Step program and loved it! Kimberley is so relatable and her advice is attainable. This program was a great place to start since Iâm not creating much revenue yet and didnât require a huge upfront cost to join."
Karin Kolb
Toronto, ON
"Thank you!! Business of DesignÂŽÂ has drastically changed my business and my income!"
Karin Kolb
San Carlos, CA
"You guys are great. I very much appreciate what youâre doing for the design community! Iâve been recommending BOD⢠to lots of my peers hoping to spread professionalism and consistent processes near and far."
Ellen Walker
Red Deer, AB
"Received my largest cheque ever in my career for furnishings (or anything). Thanks to your system which I have followed every step with this project!! And I have been invited to the clientâs home in Maui later this year! Thank you for putting this out there for everyone to learn from!"
Laura + Sara
Miami, FL
"Thank you again for sharing all of your wisdom and advice with us on our coaching call. After talking we immediately increased our consultation fee and hourly rate and have already booked two calls and a consultation, for which the client has already paid upfront! Weâre so excited to continue implementing, and to see how it improves our business this year! Thank you again!!"
Alicia Savin
Vancouver, BC
"I canât begin to thank you enough for all the invaluable information. Itâs truly been a game-changer. It took me over a year to go over and implement all the content (I literally watched everything while taking very detailed notes and putting them into action). I dedicated 1 hour a day to your course and sometimes I was doing it at 4 AM just to ensure that I made it a priority before I started my day. Big thanks. Truly. Thank you."
Rebecca Clark
Victoria, AU
"The BOD Financial Bootcamp has helped me with structure in P&L templates in financial outcomes and set future goals. It has given me clear strategies to strengthen project values, increase margins and set goals which are completely achievable with focus and discipline. The program has also motivated me to take the BOD15 because I can see how much these systems will support long-term growth."
Joy Edwards
Fairfax Station, VA
"BODâs Financial Bootcamp was one of the most valuable things Iâve done for my business. Each week was filled with practical steps I could start implementing that week. I canât thank Kimberly and Cheryl enough for putting together this amazing course that both new and established firms can benefit from."
Jessie Miller
St. Louis, MO
"I am so so happy to be here, feels like home."
Tricia Cunningham
Manchester, UK
"Itâs been enormously useful and greatly enjoyable. I shall continue to apply the excellent principles and keep up with the podcast. Many thanks for the practical education and for all you do for the designer community."
Ash Wilson
Dublin, IE
"Woo Hoo!! I have been listening to BOD⢠for over 3 years nowâŚ..Why has it taken me so long to join? Both Kimberley & Cheryl have been a huge support for me in growing my business, thank you all the way from Ireland. I look forward to it all!"
Christian Warren
Los Angeles & Memphis, USA
"Thank you for your incredible work. You have completely changed the game for me⌠because of your process I am more profitable than I could have EVER imagined and I have the confidence to lead the kinds of projects I want and deserve!"
Kindyl Younkin
Dana Point, CA
"I am overwhelmed with the value Kimberley has brought me already! I have been listening to her podcast for a couple of years now and I finally decided to start my own business and join BODâ˘. Every single module I go through I am just unbelievably impressed!! I am so thankful I have access to this! Total game changer!"
Sheri Peterson
Victoria, BC
"Iâve had my business since 1995 and the BOD⢠Salary, Revenue, Profit, Wealth program was my game changer. Thank you also for increasing my confidence, I put my rates up and Iâm determined to get bigger jobs now, no more only small ones!"
Ernie Roth
California, USA
"The positive energy and attitude of the people of Business of DesignÂŽ to help designers develop and build their businesses has always been the central reason I have been a member."
Alfie Rowan
Knoxville, TN
"We followed the 15 Steps and presented at Step 5 with all pricing and do you know what the client wanted to change? NOT ONE THING. And they handed me the single biggest check Iâve ever received at once from a client. Thank you Kimberley for your wisdom and giving us a roadmap on how to be successful! It really does work!"
Loretta Kukkonen
Ontario, CA
"Thank you Kimberley and the BOD⢠team for all the support. I have enjoyed being part of BODâ˘, and seeing how it started (yup, I was at the first conference) to where it is today. BOD⢠has helped me move my business forward to where I can continue on my journey, the next phase. Thank you all!"
Yaron Linett
Stephens City, VA
"The systems and processes of Business of DesignÂŽ are the foundation of our firm and are directly responsible for the level of success we have managed to achieve to date. So too will any future successes be built upon the foundation of Kimberleyâs decades of knowledge, experience, and advice."
Angela Steyn
Mosman, NSW
"I know you hear this all the time, but finding Business of DesignÂŽÂ was like being tossed a life rope â thank you for all that you do."
Michele Graham
Baldwinsville, NY
"I wanted to say thank you for the BOD⢠15 Step Project Management Program. I was so excited to finish that I couldnât sleep. Itâs a game-changer â I wish I had found BOD⢠sooner. My business has changed so much in the past year and enhanced project management specific to design projects is exactly what I needed."
Mia Parres
Toronto, ON
"I wanted to say thank you for having me on this incredible platform. I feel so empowered by the Business of DesignÂŽ as a designer. I plan to sponge up as much information as I can."
MÂ Duffy
Calgary, AB
"I FINISHED! I did it all. Completed Step 1. I made piles of notes and am OVER the moon with all this info! I am ecstatic, thank you so much. I will be enrolling in Business of DesignŽ for the rest of the BOD⢠15."
Alaa Yassin
Oakville, ON
"I finally took the plunge and purchased the Operations Manual. I donât think you guys emphasize ENOUGH how valuable this thing is to be honest! This is a pot of GOLD!!! Itâs so good that Iâm re-watching all the videos of the 15 Steps to get it all edited for my company and implement some of the templates into my business management program for automated workflows."
Francesca Albertazzi
Vancouver, BC
"What I have learned from BOD has been invaluable to the growth of my business. In large part that is in the confidence, I have gained from BOD in how to speak about my business, how to be transparent about my operations, and the knowledge that I am not alone in operating as I (now!) do."
Heidi HelmÂ
Ottawa, ON
"I want to say THANK YOU to Kimberley and Cheryl for all of the efforts that you both put into this platform. Ever since graduating college in 2003, I have dreamed of having a kind, generous mentor and it is only now that I feel like I am finding that in Kimberley. I am so grateful for how generous you are with your wisdom and I love soaking up everything you are putting out into the world! I have so much design talent but have struggled with managing clients and projects like a boss ⌠until now!"
Jill McDonaldÂ
Vancouver, BC
"Kimberley Seldon â you are a lifesaver! Putting that note on all my drawings really helped me out of a pickle! So grateful for YOU and the fact that you share your knowledge with us! #thankGodIputthatinmydrawing!"
Jerrica Zaric
Milwaukee, WI
"I just wanted to say how much value I have received from Business of DesignÂŽ. I totally credit joining BOD⢠for my recent wins. Within the first week of listening to the BOD15, I more than doubled my rates, I signed a few of my largest projects, and am making more money in design fees than I ever have. The best part is that Clients are loving it. Thank you so much for the money youâve put in my pocket, the time now freed up for me to spend with my family, and for getting me out of my rut!"
Maria Viola-Kuttruff
Ardmore, PA
"Terrific program for interior designers with REALISTIC strategies for improving your business. Kimberley also gives you the language you need to have the conversations that get the message across in the most professional and effective way. That in itself is priceless!!"
Holly Gagne
North Shore, MA
"Getting that many business-minded designers in one room is refreshing and inspiring. This is a business first â I canât be a creative if I canât make money. Having time away from the daily grind to solely focus on the business was a gift. Many of the discussions had are ones I really canât have with my staff, which feels isolating. So to be in a room with all of those talented women just talking business strategy was incredible. I feel as though layers are starting to peel away â the conference brought clarity to many issues that have brought angst and confusion in the past."
Joylene Agbamuche
Lekki, Lagos
"BOD⢠15 Step Project Management Strategy was my best investment ever. Now I have the confidence and clarity to onboard new clients. My business has also witnessed tremendous growth."
Jenny Neilson
Perth, ON
"Thank you! I just started BOD⢠and canât get enough. I could spend forever on here â there is so much to learn and itâs all SO accessible and easy to apply and understand."
Lori Steinman
 Washington, DC
"I not only would recommend BOD to a friendâŚI HAVE recommended BOD⢠to many friends. I love BOD⢠and all I have learned from you, Kimberley. You are truly inspirational in your ability to articulate a great system in such a well-structured way as well as your generosity in sharing your courses, podcasts, and literature have been invaluable to me as I streamlined my business and increased my confidence. Thank you so very, very much!"
Justine Sterling
Melrose, MA
"I cannot thank you enough for helping bring us together through Business of Designâ˘. We are all stronger business entrepreneurs because of BOD⢠and our little âbossâ tribe."
Nikki Klugh
San Diego, CA
"With the help of Aysun and BODâ˘âs Consultation Sales Training, I successfully implemented a new client onboarding system. My salesperson takes the discovery call and books the paid initial consultation instead of me. I can then close the bigger contract with a defined scope of work. I love this process of bringing in new clients. My booking person has already closed 2 out of 3 inquiry calls just this week."
Laura Martin Bovard
Oackland, CA
"I am so impressed with all that youâve done in our industry! I so wish I had a BOD⢠when I was first starting. Would have changed everything!"
Fiona Jack
Victoria, AUS
"Thanks to the BOD⢠15 Steps weâve gone from driving a Mercedes to a Ferrari. A Mercedes is lovely but a Ferrari will get you there faster. I can testify that designers need to do the Steps or theyâre missing out on accelerating their business quickly and painlessly. Itâs really clear on why you need to follow all the steps and not waste time making up your own workarounds."
Karen Moorman
Muncie, IN
"Kimberley, I am so grateful for all the work you have done and continue to do for all of us. When I look back at my business and how it has grown over the years, I have utmost gratitude for being in the right place at the right time and hearing you speak at LVMKT. Thank you for sharing your experiences and insight and for helping me (and so many others!) run a successful business."
Deborah Hayden
Nashville, TN
"BODâ˘, you changed my life. I paid for three monthsâ coaching and used what I learned to triple my profitability. What I am like now, in January, is like night and day from the life I had in November."
 Jennifer Verruto
San Diego, CA
"Iâm brand new to Business of DesignÂŽ as of 2 weeks ago. Iâve been in business for 7 years and it finally feels like Iâve found my people!"
Lindsay Kjellberg
Modesto, CA
"I just wanted to say thank you thank you for all of your hard work over there at BOD! I am loving the new content! Before finding the podcast I didnât know what a PnL was, & my consultations were free. Last year my profit increased by $20k only from charging for consultations! That has almost doubled this year, even with 3 months not providing consultations! It is all so exciting and motivating."
Kirsten McCoy
Wayne, PA
"I got so much out of this conference! As a practicing designer for over 15 years there is still so much to learn. Besides the thorough content provided by Kimberley and her terrific team, the opportunity to meet and share best practices with fellow seasoned BOD designers from around the country was so energizing and inspiring. I connected with so many new design friends and plan on keeping up these relationships through our shared passion for BOD!"
Sarah Keeling
Toronto, ON
"Business of Design⢠has changed my world and really helped me focus not only on how to run a business but also about my WHY! Whenever we use Kimberleyâs name the doors just fly open to us all â Team BOD⢠is so well respected in this industry and we hope that we do you all proud!"
Heather Ryder
New York, USA
"In January 2019 I joined BOD⢠and committed to fully implementing all of your systems and procedures. I am amazed at the transformation in my business! Starting Q4, I have quadrupled my income already this year! Thank you, Kimberley and BODâ˘!"
Regina Callan
San Francisco, CA
"The BOD⢠Programs are so helpful. I am telling all my friends about it. I am thrilled and so excited about the changes that are already happening for me. Who knew I had so many little fixes at my fingertips! I also purchased the contract and I AM LOVING IT! I am truly invested (aka I drank the Kool-aid!)"
Kathryn Trentini
Port Macquarie, AUS
"Thanks Kimberley! I have never felt so confident with a client presentation as I am using the BOD 15 step process. Itâs next level and Iâm actually starting to feel like a âreal interior design professionalâ!"
Christy Spearman
Marietta, GA
"Let me say a big THANK YOU for sharing your systems and wisdom with us. I have learned so much already and I am only on Step 5!"
Monica Ashbrook
Tucson, AZ
"It was because of the BOD⢠Podcast that I became a Business of DesignŽ member and gained the courage to actually do what I was made to do. Thank you Kimberley for sharing your vast wealth of knowledge and inviting other along!"
Donna Gilliam
Nashville, TN
"Iâm a recent member of the BOD community. I became an Annual Member last month and have more than tripled my return on my investment, not to mention my confidence has soared and stress level has decreased!"
Rosaria Miot
Australia
"Thank you Kimberley for answering my âinterior design businessâ prayers. Iâm sure I speak on behalf of all designers that are learning from her when I say how very grateful we are that she is sharing her wealth of knowledge and is empowering women business owners worldwide."
Emily Knott
Charlotte, NC
"Please pass along my gratitude to Kimberley for all that sheâs taught me thus far. This is by FAR the most valuable resource Iâve ever come across and itâs forever changed my entire team in the best possible ways."
Christy Yaden
Seattle, WA
"I really love Business of DesignÂŽ and recommend it to everyone. It has been life changing!"
Julie Murray
Gloucestershire, UK
"I just found out today that a flat fee proposal that I did for a repeat client has been accepted. I am thrilled because I honestly thought they would baulk at the cost â it is so much more than last time. That is entirely down to Kimberleyâs courses and coaching and all the âknow your worth and donât apologize for itâ messages."
Barbara Straub
Bear Creek, PA
"All of this information is so incredibly helpful. I am so thankful for your guidance and your willingness to share your experiences with us. I have learned so much from BODÂ programs. Thank you for all that you are doing to help Interior Designers across the world and for being our cheerleaders. It is refreshing in this business to see someone like yourself who is not afraid to talk about problems and concerns that all of us have."
Heidi Caillier
Tacoma, WA
"My one hour Kimberley on Call was so incredibly helpful and exactly the information I needed. Thank you to Kimberley Seldon â who has completely changed my business and continues to do so."
Michelle Hurley
Toronto, ON
"Just by switching to Business of DesignÂŽ system of sharing my discount, Iâve already made thousands more than I would have 6 months ago. Thank you!"
Ann Prince
Memphis, TN
"Thank you! I love, love, love this program and am gobbling it up. I just wish I had found BOD sooner."
Martina Voss
Upholstery Couture
"Thanks Kimberley! One of my best designer clients suggested your podcast to help us understand the needs of our designer clientele. When I listened to episode 19, Successful Vendor Relationships, I nearly cried. THANK YOU. That is the first time I have ever heard these words spoken from the design trade."
Kirby Apel
Kirkland, WA
"Ever thankful for your work and all the amazing resources you provide in BOD. This has been an invaluable investment for me."
Nathan Vanags
Orlando, FL
"I have been a member for over a month and Iâve already drank the kool-aid and implemented the 15 Steps, read your first book, and watched a ton of videos. Thank you for all you do in the community."
Natalie Chong
Toronto, ON
"Thank you for the wonderful program. I have told so many people about this course. It has and still is greatly helping me adjust my business after 10 years of probably doing it somewhat wrong or âless correctâ haha."
Jessica Broyles
Orlando, FL
"I just signed up for Business of DesignÂŽÂ and I am completely loving every bit of this! Looking to majorly improve my 2 year old design business (and my quality of life!!) and I know this is what I needed. Thank you for providing these amazing courses and lessons!"
Laura & Sara
Miami, FL
"Weâre long time podcast listeners and new annual members and are loving this wonderful resource!!"
Tracey Menchions
Whistler, BC
"I am so grateful for you and your amazing, wonderful resource of Business of DesignÂŽ. It is fantastic to have such support in this business that can be so all consuming in terms of the different hats that we wear. Since becoming part of your community I am more excited than ever moving forward. Thank you!!"
Darci Hether
New York
"The BOD Elite Retreat was truly one of (if not THE) best business trips Iâve been on. The conversations were inspiring and honest and the BOD team and other attendees were an amazing group of thoughtful women! Yay us!!"
Kira Obermeier
Chicago, IL
"Hi Kimberley! Your courses are incredible and I canât tell you how much Iâm learning! I seriously wish they would have covered this stuff in school!"
Julia Murray
Cheltenham, UK
"I love being a member of Business of DesignÂŽ â itâs a lifesaver! Thank you for the truly wonderful 15 step process and informative courses you offer â it has genuinely been a game changer for me. There is simply nothing like the clarity of this process in the UK. Your honesty and sharing of this way of working is so refreshing."
Crystal Ortiz
Virginia, USA
"Kimberley and Business of DesignÂŽ completely changed the way I ran my business. I feel more in control of my projects, more confidence in my processes, and upped my fees immediately. Within 2 weeks, Iâd signed a client for about 3x what I would have previously charged. I highly recommend investing in yourself through BOD."
Barb Aylesworth
Vancouver, BC
"Thank you for the wonderful experience you created for the group [retreat] this past weekend. Your commitment to your memberâs success is truly commendable. You guyâs ROCK!! Thank you so very much for your outstanding leadership, guidance and friendship."
Crystal Collinson
Toronto, ON
"I am a new âdiscipleââŚloving this information. This is stuff they do not teach you in design school! I wish I had more hours in the day to watch the videos and read the books⌠I am working on it!"
Gail Davis
New York, USA
"I am putting what I learned to the test! While I love what I do, I must also be profitable (which is NOT a dirty word). Since becoming a BOD member, listening to the podcast & reading Kimberley Seldonâs books have been a game changer for me. Think of it as earning a PhD. If you do EVERYTHING she teaches you, there is absolutely NO reason for your business not to grow exponentially within a year!"
Andre Kleynhans
South Africa
"In our country, Kimberley is the name of a diamond mine. How appropriate. I have become a huge fan of Business of DesignÂŽ in no time at all and little by little it is changing my life as it changes my business!"
Alex Gourlay
Australia
"I have been a member on Business of DesignÂŽ for about 6 months and I can honestly say itâs been a game-changer in terms of how I think about my business and myself as a business owner. The podcast is awesome to re-affirm everything she teaches on Business of DesignÂŽ and also gives another perspective. Thank you Kimberley and the BOD team for helping me make so many changes in my business and have more confidence as a business owner."
Isabel GĂłmez Tinoco
Belgium
"I am an interior designer in Brussels, and I love your podcast and the way you share so generously your knowledge and experiences. Thanks so much for your huge impact to my business, my life and the whole interior design industry. Big hug from Belgium!"
Crystal Ortiz
Harrisonburg, PA
"I raised my fees right after I found BOD. Within 2 weeks I landed a $10K flat fee project. I was scared to death to tell the client that number, but the client didnât bat an eye. Previously that would have been a $4K fee."
Brooke Hatfield
Vancouver, BC
"I am on vacation and I brought the Business of DesignÂŽ books with me for a re-read. I read them years ago but am loving the podcasts so much I thought I would do a re-read of the books. I glean so much valuable information from the podcasts and books. AND more than anything I am valuing my work more and they have given me a kick in my step again. So thank you!"
Adam Scougall
Australia
"Loving the program⌠life changing."
Ines Mazzotta
Toronto, ON
"Iâve been incredibly inspired and empowered by both the BOD webinars and Kimberleyâs book (Vol 3). Iâve kept the book with me at all times since I got it, often just to read certain passages to give me the motivation and courage to keep steering my business in the right direction. Iâm also amazed at how responsive and thorough Kimberley and the BOD team have been in answering questions that you just canât find answers to anywhere else â this has been absolutely invaluable to my ability to grow my practice."
Veronica Solomon
Katy, TX
"I remember the first time I saw you in High Point. I didnât know who you were. 5 minutes into your talk, and I was like âwhere has she been all my life?â Until you came along, I didnât know my head from my tail as a business owner â 10 years in the game now. Now I am a money making machine (haha) in my businessâŚ..all thanks to you. I am finally where I need to be financially. This is all thanks to you! You have changed my business, my confidence and my self worth as an entrepreneur."
 Arlene Lyon
Uxbridge, ON
"Thank you for so much wonderful information. The information you have passed on in this courseâŚand all the courses Iâve taken so far, has been invaluable. It makes me believeâŚ.I CAN DO THIS!"
Lisa Furtado
San Francisco, CA
"This is EXACTLY what I need! Youâve made my yearâŚand weâre only 15 days into it. đ"
Caroline Kopp
Westport, CT
"In a field where many âcolleaguesâ are extremely competitive & secretive, Kimberley Seldon is a huge breath of fresh air! She has very generously taken the time to spell out step by step, in deep, super specific detail, how to run a successful design business! Even if you have many years of experience and great training, as I do, there are plenty of fresh ideas here which you will certainly want to incorporate in order to take your business to the next level, and the next, and the next! The videos and the books are both an extremely worthwhile investment of your time and money. Thank you for everything Business of DesignÂŽ!"
Rosalee Bosch
St. Catherines, ON
"It is such a great course so far, Iâm so thankful for Business of DesignÂŽ!"
Sarita Simpson
Arlington, VA
"I read the BOD books within the first 6 months of starting my decorating business and the techniques for running a business that I learned have been priceless. Being a new solo business owner was scary and finding all of the answers to my questions was not easy until I discovered Kimberly and BOD! I recommend it to every designer I can."
Anna Kowalczyk
Toronto, ON
"I have been using the site and growing thanks to BOD since 2013. BOD has been very helpful in the growth and development of my business directly. The information content is unique to BOD in comparison to other avenues of Con Ed. Itâs price-less in terms of how it has improved by business processes/systems."
Charli Junker
St. John's, NL
"I love the books, I canât even express how helpful the info is. Iâm almost done volume 1 and have peeked into volume 2 as well. Money well spent! Once Iâm done, I will look at signing up for the membership. Iâm glad to see that someone has gone through many of the same struggles as I have and that there are solutions. I even practiced one of the exercises today during a client phone call and it worked! So exciting!"
Ilana Cohen
Passaic, NK
"Absolutely would recommend BODÂ â you are invaluable to a design professional. Most creatives have a hard time thinking in terms of business, but think like businesswomen we must if we are to continue to contribute our talents to the world. The info you share has given me so much more confidence â canât put a price tag on that!"
Robin Fisher
Portland, OR
"I have been to 2 of Kimberlyâs 1-hour seminars and although it is the same message I walked away with information each time that I was able to implement into my business the next day and increased my bottom line. I own both of her books and the information has made great changes for the better for my time management and bottom line."
Alicia Paley
Thousand Oaks, CA
"Any designer who wants to improve their business should check out Business of DesignÂŽ. Kimberly offers great solutions that are implantable. The Business of DesignÂŽ Volumes 1 and 2 are a must read! There is so much valuable information in them."
Brittany Stiles
Costa Mesa, CA
"If you are looking to streamline your business and make it more efficient and successful without so much stress and anxiety over every project and client then Business of DesignÂŽ is for you. The website is easy to use and full of videos that walk you step by step through each area of your business that can be improved. There is so much useful contentâŚ.topics that you didnât even realize you needed help with are included along with everything else you can think of to make your business run better. Itâs a business and a life changer."
Andrea Orndorff
Skyesville, MD
"Since becoming a member of Business of DesignÂŽ 18 months ago, my revenue has quadrupled and my clients are much happier. Iâm really enjoying being a business owner now and have hired a purchasing coordinator and a junior designer. My best clients are coming back to work with me and the whole process from my first interaction with the client to Installation Day has become easier. Kimberley is a super mentor and holds nothing back! Sheâs developed a process that fits every project, large and small, and she gives you the tools to implement the system seamlessly. From selling the initial design consultation to presenting my client with a 100% complete design + pricing to coordinating my team to get it all done, Kimberleyâs process was the answer I needed to build my confidence in selling my service, grow my business, and enjoy work each day."
Pamela Sandall
Agoura Hills, CA
"I share this program with so many designers! I spent the first weekend I found the program going over the 15 StepsâŚimplemented them in my first appointment after and never looked back. Trade Day is the bomb! Also, that age-old question of âhow do you workâ, which translated means âhow much is this going to cost meâ is easily answered by never going out on a free consult. I implemented THAT right away as well. My business will double this year at least!"
Leita Edwards
Vancouver, BC
"All those questions you canât find a good answer for are here, and Iâve even learned solutions for things I didnât realize could be solved. Great resource, highly recommended! Much thanks to Kimberley and the team!"
Jil Sonia McDonald
British Columbia
"Kimberley has made not only my business more streamlined, organized and professional; sheâs also given me back my family life! By encouraging me to keep to business hours and keeping tabs on my hours, I no longer work until 11pm, or on weekends. My husband loves Kimberleyâs support by giving us back our family time. This morning a client said âIâm not sure I want to hire you as you charge a travel fee, youâll be coming here quite often, I expect, and the fees will really add up!â I was able to respond that Iâll see her only 2x before the presentation, once for the consultation, and once for the trade day. She was shocked and relieved and said, âWell, yes, I didnât realize you were so organized, letâs do it!â"
Amanda Baechler
Kitchener, ON
"My business is doing so well, I am expanding into a larger office, adding staff and moving into the busy downtown core of Kitchener Waterloo right beside the brand new Google building. And although I have worked my tail off I must say I owe You and BOD a huge THANK-YOU!!!"
Nikki Fisher
Milton, ON
"If I could be a walking, talking representative for Kimberley and BOD, I would be. Oh wait, I already do that! I spent the first 6 months of my business going in circles, feeling discouraged, feeling lost and knowing that I was clearly doing something wrong and that there had to be an answer somewhere â and there was! Luckily I found it just before I was about to give up. I would (and do) try to reach out to all new interior designers and decorators starting out and reassure them there are answers to all of their business questions and to not give up, your business and life is about to get a whole lot better."
Karen Viscito
Mechanicsburg, PA
"Business of DesignÂŽÂ is giving me the tools I need to eliminate the chaos of running my own business. I adopted many of Kimberleyâs ideas after hearing her speak in Las Vegas. Recently I found I needed to go even further than what I learned in Vegas and in her books, so I signed up as a member of Business of DesignÂŽ. I am hopeful, my business is going to start running smoother as we implement these systems. I cannot wait to take all of these courses!"
LeAnne Bunnell
Calgary, AB
"IÂ have made changes to my business this year in 3 ways: (1)Â Scheduled time off in advance and stuck to it! (2)Â Began working with a business coach, and implemented strategies to understand my income and expenses more thoroughly. (3)Â Hired another staff member to release me from my least favourite daily and weekly tasks. Soooo excited for BOD15!"
Lori Steeves
Vancouver, BC
"With the help of my business coach I have started saying âNOâ to any potential client or project that doesnât fit my service offerings or ideal client profile or specific service offerings. It has made a world of difference! I currently love 90% of my clients and projects and most of my frustrations have completely disappeared. I am working less and making more money. A winning combination!"
Ellen Walker
Red Deer, AB
"I hired Kimberley 2 years ago, and it has been a great experience. I am much more confident, doubled my income and got my mojo back! Itâs been incredibly helpful having a mentor to keep me on track and support me when you know what hits the fan. Best money ever spent! Highly recommend her coaching!"
Chantale Charette
Ottawa, ON
"Hello BOD family! Here are few changes I have made: I have implemented the 15 step process and formalized a contract and I raised my fees. Things are moving in the right direction that is for sure, thanks to all of your support and inspiration to basically give me the bit of confidence to just do it."
Lisa Zak
Vancouver, BC
"Honestly the best thing Iâve done this year for my business was to attend the Conference last year. I have gained 3 new clients from it and the full cost of the trip will have been paid back from the work Iâve been contracted for since. Secondly, Iâm always continuing to connect with the ID community here and that connection helps me stay inspired and feel like Iâm participating in my professional community. Thanks for all you do!"
Bahia Taylor
Winnipeg, MB
"Having the ear and advice of someone whoâs been there and done that before is an invaluable resource! Kimberley helped us gain clarity and a direction in both our day to day operations as well as some sage and sound advice and solutions for some particular case by case situations we were struggling with. We highly recommend the Business of DesignÂŽ coaching services â dollars wisely spent!"
Shanaz Razik
Belguim
"I read your books in 2013. Since then I have been climbing the ladder resulting in my year 2017 being completely booked up from December 2016! And I have clients begging to be added to my waiting list. Thank you!!
Met vriendelijke groeten"
Wanda Horton
Charlotte, NC
"If you havenât read Kimberley Seldonâs books or been to one of her seminars, (I just sat in one on contracts at High Point) Iâd say itâs worth every penny. Sheâs an in-the-trenches designer who still makes her main income in our profession and Iâm not receiving anything by endorsing her. Iâve had some pivotal revelations from her talks and her books."
Leigh Mitchell
Mississauga, ON
"I had the pleasure of hiring Kimberley as our key note speaker at the 2012 Women in Biz Network Conference. Kimberley and her staff were a pleasure to work with. Her presentation of â10 Steps to Business Successâ at the conference was inspiring, educational and honest. Her delivery exceeded my high expectations â I was honestly blown away by her talent."
Gloria Apostolou
Toronto, ON
"Thanks for sharing your insights into the sales aspect of the business. So many tips are so easy to implement! Knowing specifically âwhat sellsâ was information that would take us each decades to compile; I think the one phone session saved us years of trial and error!"
Joanne Azelis Giannoulis
Toronto, ON
"Kimberley, you are an inspiration. Business of Design⢠is not only an investment in my company, but more importantly, it is an investment in myself, something you canât put a price on. THANK YOU for helping me see my value!"
Tina Marie Singh
Mississauga, ON
"We signed up for the 1-hour Sales Consultation Training with Aysun. It was worth EVERY penny! The tips and tricks learned from her wealth of experience has helped make a big improvement within my company. Weâve started to implement everything we learned and have already noticed an improvement in closing the consultations. Thank you Aysun!"
Gail Monica Dent
Seattle, WA
"The Flat Fee Webinar was wonderful â perfect! Very well organized and explained; Kimberley is a great teacher/speaker. I have read both of her books and am using the 15 Steps. Kimberley is an ideal supporter of how to run a successful design business."
Veronica Lawrence
Orange County
"Our Orange County ASID community so appreciated your presentation! We have had such accolades and great feedback from those in attendance, I must say you really delivered."
Evelyn Eshun
Toronto, ON
"Excellent webinar! During the webinar, a contractor Iâm working with was at my desk waiting for me to present a quote to a client. I told him to listen to what you had to say and take mental notes. He was so inspired, he felt relaxed and more confident to see the client and he used your exact words and the meeting was a success!"