Do you feel like you never have any free time and yet somehow you still don’t have enough jobs to turn a profit?


This problem is more common than you think, and in this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast we’re unpacking why that is. I sat down with our lead coach at IDBA, Valerie Priester, to talk about why designers get stuck with so many little jobs that they don’t have time to take on the big jobs they really want. If that sounds familiar, stick around because this is for you. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Signs that you have more of a scarcity mindset than you realize
• Subconscious triggers that are causing you to take on small jobs 
• Red flags to look for before you take on a job 

Tune in to learn how to get more dream jobs, work with more dream clients, and still have more free time on your calendar.


I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!


Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.

How do you tell the difference between honest sustainable companies and those that are trying to trick you with greenwashing in their marketing?


This is just one of many questions you might have if you’re thinking about going green in your interior design business, so I've recruited the help of expert Megan Thompson to answer some of those questions and point you in the right direction. 


In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re talking about how interior design impacts the planet through excessive waste and contributions to global emissions and what you can do to make a difference. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• How many tons of furniture end up in landfill each year 
• Lies you’ve been told about sustainability in interior design 
• A quick and easy trick to know if a product is really “green” or not 

If you want to go green but you don’t know where to start, Megan’s got you covered.


I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!


Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.

Do you run a business or a hobby? 


In this episode of Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m diving into how your mindset and approach to money can make all the difference in the success of your business. Join me as I share practical insights into essential financial practices and mindsets that will help you get paid what you're worth.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• The numbers you need to know to determine the health of your business on a daily basis
• Common pitfalls of being a hobby business that you have to avoid if you want success
• The impact of tracking your margins honestly and making sure each job is profitable

Are you ready to shift from hobbyist to business owner? Let's dive into the essentials that will help you turn up the volume on your profitability.


I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!


Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.

How many times have you said, “If I just had more time, then I could get it all done”?


I think we’ve all been there, but I want to let you in on a secret: It’s not about how much time you have, it’s about how you manage it. In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, I’m revealing five tips that will change your relationship with time so that you can improve your time management.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• How I’ve avoided working on Fridays, weekends, or evenings for the last 25 years
• Mindset hacks for better time management
• A time-saving way to organize your tasks 

If you’re constantly wishing you had one more day in the week or a couple more hours in the day, 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.

What if you had a shortcut to identify the profitable and unprofitable practices in your business?


Enter this episode of Interior Design Business! I’m here to give you the class on business finances that you never got in design school. Tune in to learn an easy way to understand your financial reports and use them to increase your profits. I’m sharing best practices, communication skills, tips for setting boundaries, and so much more. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• An easy-to-follow process for looking at your numbers
• How I do my bookkeeping 
• Surprising ways you’re losing profits 

I want you to be able to take what you learn in this episode and immediately apply it to your business so that you can watch your profits rise. Sound good? Let’s get started.


I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!


Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.

Do you feel like no matter how much care you put into your design business, you never seem to increase your profits?


This episode of the Interior Design Business podcast will teach you how to make your business more profitable without starting from scratch. I’m sharing some of the hidden money leaks lurking in your business, unexpected obstacles that are getting in your way, and five simple strategies to start implementing for better profits. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• How many design hours you need to bill each week to be profitable
• Scary money stories getting in the way of your financial success
• Poor business practices that leave you owing money to your vendors

Whether you’re just starting out as a business owner or you’ve been doing it for years, you’d be surprised how many designers don’t know about the tips in this episode. Tune in to join those of us in the know!


I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!


Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.

What are the appointment do’s and don’ts?


As you know, a first appointment is a rich opportunity to gain a potential client’s trust and business. How do you make sure that happens? That’s what I want to share with you in this episode.


I’m talking about what to charge, what to include, how long it should be, and lots of other appointment do’s and don’ts. If you’ve ever had a question about how to handle a first appointment, this episode has an answer for you.


No more giving away your time and value for free or spending hours on a potential client only to never hear from them again. Your first appointment should be setting you up for success and now it will!


Tune in to find out whether you’re doing any of these first appointment dos and don’ts!


I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!


Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.

How do you stay in control of a job when your client is getting carried away?


A client that wants to add more work to their job is a good problem to have, but if you don’t know how to appropriately handle it, you’ll soon find yourself out of the driver's seat and wondering “how did I get here?”. 


In this episode of Interior Design Business, I’m teaching you the simple steps to follow to make sure that you and your client are on the same page, you have a clear idea of the scope of work, and you are in control of your design job. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• The hidden mistake in your process that’s spinning you out of control
• A simple trick to help you take charge of your design job 
• The secret to gaining your ideal client’s confidence 

If your client is the one calling the shots, something’s gone awry. Tune in to find out where you’re going wrong and how to get your job back on track.


I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!


Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.

These are the confessions of a recovering perfectionist. 


This episode of Interior Design Business is all about perfectionism and the surprising problems that it’s causing in your business. I’m sharing what I’ve learned about the dark side of perfectionism and how to overcome it so that you can be a better designer. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why your designs aren’t turning out the way you want them to
• How to know when to be done with a project 
• Lies that the voice in your head is telling you about your design work

Perfectionism helped me become a great designer, but it’s a double-edged sword. You’ll have to tune into the episode to find out exactly what I mean!


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, find out the four major roadblocks to success that most designers face so that you can take the fast track to overcome them. 


The four roadblocks I’m sharing in this episode are things I’ve seen come up again and again for struggling designers. I’m coaching you through each roadblock in this episode so that you have the tools you need to troubleshoot your business and get things running smoother than ever. Think of this as your cheat sheet to success! 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• The importance of understanding your ideal client
• How to stop underselling yourself and giving your time away 
• How to leverage systems in your business

If you want a financially sustainable design business that pays you what you’re worth and provides your dream lifestyle, tune in.


I would love to connect on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademy or Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy!


Show notes are available at https://interiordesignbusinessacademy.com.