By Terri Taylor
Are you an interior design professional who wants to create time-accurate, money-generous, and fee-based job offers that clients jump to say "yes" to? Terri Taylor, President and Creative Director
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In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re unpacking the different methods for calculating design fees—whether by square footage, hourly rates, or fixed fees—and how to choose the best approach for your business. With insights on the pros and cons of each method, I’ll guide you on using these strategies to communicate clearly with clients, define project scope, and set up profitable billing practices.
We’ll also discuss why hourly billing, while not always ideal, can be a valuable tool for handling additional client requests, and how to treat these add-ons as new business opportunities. Plus, I’ll introduce the Design Fee Formula workshop, designed to provide in-depth training on calculating fees effectively and managing time wisely.
In this episode, we cover:
If you’re ready to take control of your pricing and ensure your fees reflect the value of your work, this episode is for you!
I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, I’m discussing why design fees are a smarter choice than hourly billing for designers who want to grow their income and client satisfaction. If you’re still charging by the hour, you may be leaving money on the table and running into unnecessary challenges.
I’ll share insights on how hourly billing can hold experienced designers back, lead to cash flow issues, and even create friction with clients. We’ll explore the advantages of design fees, from improving cash flow to setting clear project expectations, and how shifting to fee-based agreements can lead to more profitable, trusting client relationships. Plus, I invite you to join the Design Fee Formula masterclass to refine your pricing strategy and set yourself up for consistent success.
In this episode, I cover:
If you’re ready to improve your pricing strategy, build trust with clients, and get paid what you’re worth, this episode is for you!
I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, I dive deeper into the challenges designers face when it comes to billing, especially with hourly rates and managing legacy clients. If you’ve ever found yourself taking on small, low-paying jobs that end up consuming more time than you estimated, this episode is for you!
I share real-world examples, like the outdoor wall sconces project and a reupholstering job that went off track, to highlight why these types of jobs can become unprofitable. More importantly, I discuss how to break this cycle by implementing a structured design fee formula that’s tailored to your business stage. By setting a minimum design fee, you can enhance your profitability, protect your personal time, and elevate your professionalism.
Listen in to learn how to qualify potential clients, stop shrinking to fit smaller projects, and start charging what your services are truly worth!
In this episode, I cover:
If you’re ready to set boundaries, create a profitable pricing structure, and start getting paid for the value you bring, this episode is for you!
I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
Are you ready to start charging what you’re worth as a designer? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we focus on enhancing your billing practices and shifting your mindset toward valuing your design services. Host Terri Taylor shares key strategies to help you improve your billing accuracy, manage your time effectively, and maximize your income by focusing on design fees instead of product sales.
Discover how tracking your time and setting clear deliverables can lead to substantial annual earnings, and learn why self-worth plays a crucial role in client acceptance of your design fees. This episode also features practical tips for structuring your workweek to hit 20 paid design hours and build a consistent, profitable income.
Topics covered in this episode include:
If you’re ready to charge what you’re worth and create consistent income from design fees, this episode is for you!
Design fees unlocked: 5 secrets to getting paid what you're worth
I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
Are you ready to confidently charge what you’re worth as a designer? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, host Terri Taylor continues the discussion on overcoming pricing challenges and the importance of having transparent money conversations with clients.
Terri shares why forming budget agreements can lead to higher fees than you might expect, and how mental barriers like self-worth and imposter syndrome can get in the way of proper pricing. Learn how your environment can influence your income and why surrounding yourself with a supportive community is crucial to your success.
Topics covered in this episode include:
If you’ve struggled with pricing your services, this episode will help you take the next steps towards charging your worth.
I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
Are you struggling to price your interior design services confidently? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we tackle one of the biggest hurdles for designers: pricing! Host Terri Taylor dives into the common challenges interior designers face when it comes to charging their worth and having open conversations about money.
From understanding your own money mindset to mastering effective client communication, this episode offers practical strategies like the ‘Budget on the Fly’ technique to help you gauge a client’s spending comfort and set yourself up for success. Terri also shares why it’s important to discuss costs clearly and confidently instead of underpricing to secure a project.
Topics covered in this episode include:
If you’ve ever felt overworked and underpaid, this episode is a must-listen as we help you transform your money conversations and set yourself up for greater success!
I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
Have you ever had a client seem interested, only for them to disappear with nothing but crickets in response? 🦗 In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we dive into the challenges of client engagement and how to avoid missed opportunities.
We’ll explore the Law of Diminishing Intent and why it’s crucial to act quickly when a client shows interest. Learn effective strategies for securing jobs, from soft selling and discussing budgets to making offers at the right moment. Plus, discover how to handle client indecision gracefully and keep the momentum going in your business.
Topics covered in this episode include:
If you’re tired of hearing crickets and want to keep clients engaged, this episode is for you!
I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
Have you ever been hit with a wave of exhaustion in the middle of a project, feeling like your energy has crashed completely? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re talking about the energy crash that happens to many designers and how you can fix it.
We’ll cover how negative thoughts can drain your energy, even when everything seems to be going well. I’ll share simple, actionable steps to shift your mindset, calm your nerves, and handle stressful situations with clarity and confidence. Whether it’s a tricky client call or a project issue, these tips will help you protect your energy and respond effectively.
Topics covered in this episode include:
If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling into negativity, this episode is for you!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a money magnet?
In this episode of the Interior Design Business Academy podcast, we’re diving into how you can harness the power of vibrational energy and practical money strategies to attract wealth and abundance into your life. From overcoming financial struggles to creating a thriving design business, learn how to change your relationship with money and make it work for you.
Tune in to discover the steps to become a true money magnet!
Topics covered in this episode include:
If you’re ready to change your financial mindset and create a more abundant life, this episode is for you!
I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
Have you ever said yes to a client when really you wanted to say no?
In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re talking about how to say no to a potential client and do it gracefully.
Maybe you’re wondering why you’d ever say no to a potential client, and the truth is there are all kinds of reasons. They might not have a big enough budget, you might not have enough time, or maybe their project just doesn’t interest you! All of those are perfectly good reasons to say no, but how do you do it professionally and gracefully?
Tune in to find out.
Topics covered in this episode include:
If you’re a people-pleaser and you have a hard time saying no even when you want to, this is for you.
I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!
Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.
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