AI isn't here to replace you—it's here to release you from the repetitive, time-sucking tasks that drain your creativity and cut into your margins. In this episode, you'll discover how the most successful designers are already leveraging AI to reclaim hours in their week, streamline operations, and ignite their creative process—all while keeping the human touch at the forefront of their design business.

Melissa breaks down the 15 most impactful ways you can use AI right now across four essential areas of your practice: design discovery, administration, marketing, and design delivery. You'll walk away with actionable strategies and inspiring ideas to automate smarter, serve your clients better, and create more space to enjoy your life and business. AI isn't the future—it's your secret weapon now.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL HEAR:

• (01:23) How AI can enhance your design discovery process without losing your personal intuition
• (07:32) Why admin is costing you time, energy, and profit—and how AI can take it off your plate
• (16:33) An invite to the VIP Designer Branding and Marketing Reboot Retreat in Scottsdale
• (18:21) The best AI tools for content ideation, SEO, and video script support that match your tone
• (24:40) How AI can accelerate rendering and visualization while enhancing your design process
• (29:11) Use AI for FF&E specs and product recommendations to save hours on sourcing

SUPPORTING RESOURCES:

• Inbox Zapper
• Unroll.Me
• VIP Designer Branding and Marketing Reboot Retreat

When you're ready to step into a bigger vision in your design business and create exceptional results and celebrations, book-a-call to explore how coaching can take you there faster, with a solid plan, proven process, and smart strategies.