Today I'm going back to the basics and the very essence of what this podcast is about. What it's really like being the only girl on the jobsite. My goal is not to make these challenges go away but to lessen them for all women in this industry.

In this episode, I share some strategies that you can take with you the next time you are on a project and put in a difficult or uncomfortable situation. I want you to feel empowered to speak up but remain professional when dealing with these challenges.

Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/being-only-girl-on-jobsite-isn't-easy

This topic has come up a lot recently and seems to be a trend that people are interested in learning more about. Many people have asked my opinion on working with design-build firms. These are one-stop shops, usually with multiple in-house experts such as an architectural team, a design team, and a construction team. While this could be valuable for some projects, others may not be that simple.

In this episode, I share the pros and cons of working with design-build teams, both as a homeowner and an interior designer. Which I truly believe depends on what you're trying to achieve.

Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/working-with-a-design-build-team

Contracts. Love them or hate them, they are a part of any construction project. Whether you're working on a minor renovation or building a home from the ground up, you should always have a contract. And know how to read them.

In this episode, I dive deeper into understanding contracts and how to handle allowances. The bottom line to ensuring a successful renovation is to be crystal clear on all of the details of a contract before you sign it and give a deposit. This will hopefully avoid any unwanted surprises in the end.

Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/importance-of-contracts-how-to-read-them

Everyone involved in a renovation project wants it to be successful. Whether you are a homeowner or an interior designer, there is one critical meeting that needs to be held before the construction starts.

In this episode, I explain what this meeting should cover, who needs to attend, and when it should take place. I firmly believe you cannot get too much information, in advance, on a construction project.

Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/critical-meeting-to-ensure-successful-renovation

I'm going to take a brief step away from the construction side of my world to focus on a very 'of the moment' topic, which is the continued supply chain issues that we are seeing more on the decorating side of the business.

With the current supply chain issues still in full effect, if you're working on a construction project, you'll most likely need furniture, fabrics, rugs, and other items to finish the project. In this episode, I'm offering some alternatives I'm using and suggesting to my clients for working around the delays and sourcing these hard-to-get items.

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Every renovation project is stressful. There's no getting around that. But it's important to know how to manage the stress and fatigue that you will most likely experience during a project.

Although it could feel never-ending, all projects eventually come to an end. And when they do, I want you to be able to enjoy the final product.

Tune in to this episode to learn a few of my tips and tricks to help you stay on course and get through the stress and overwhelm with your sanity intact.

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What are the first steps I need to be taking on my home renovation project? This is a question I get asked often by both interior designers and homeowners.

Before hiring a contractor, sourcing your subcontractors, or searching out the selections you are going to be making, we need to take a step back. No matter if it's a new construction, a renovation, or an addition, you must start by asking yourself a few important questions first.

In this episode, I am detailing exactly what steps you need to take before your project gets off the ground. You might be surprised with the direction I go in.

Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/three-questions-to-ask-before-starting-renovation

Today's episode is a bit of an addendum to a previous episode published around this time last year, Episode 15 - Why Women are Perfect for Managing a Renovation Project.

After reviewing the number of downloads this particular episode received, I realized it was an important topic that needed to be revisited. Even a year later, I still firmly believe that women possess an innate skill important for managing construction projects. Join me as I dive deeper into this unique skill that most women already possess.

Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/women-managing-renovation-projects-2

In this episode, I wanted to talk about something I feel is crucial to the success of managing any renovation project, and that is confidence.

Why does being confident on a renovation project matter? It establishes that you are there for a reason, receiving and sharing information as an equal team member, which is critical on any project.

Whether you are an interior designer or a homeowner working on your first project, this episode will teach you a few easy ways to start feeling and exuding the confidence you need before even stepping foot onto a jobsite.

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In this episode, I am doing a bit of a recap and follow-up on the past two episodes surrounding the Magnolia Channel drama. I received quite a few comments and questions regarding this topic, and today I want to talk about choosing the right team members for your project and what you can (and should) expect from them.

If you haven't already done so, I encourage you to go back and listen to the last two episodes, where I go into more details about the bizarre set of circumstances surrounding the home renovation show slated for the new Magnolia Channel.

Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/choosing-the-right-team-members