Profit Is A Choice

By Michele Williams | Business Coach | Podcaster |Speaker

Owning every choice in your business is not for the faint of heart. Each Monday, join Michele Williams, strategic profitability coach for the interior design industry as she interviews guests who are ... more

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Number 1: Profit Doesn't Happen By Accident
321: Profit Doesn't Happen By Accident Welcome to the Monday Minute with Michele—your quick hit of strategy, insight, and actionable ideas to help you move your business forward one small win at a time. Today the topic is profit doesn't happen by accident. Topics Covered: Intentionality in strategy and tactics Profitability goes beyond simple finances Know what you need your money to do Contact Michele: Email: [email protected] Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: ScarletThreadConsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele Williams References and Resources: Work with Me The Designers' Inner Circle - Become a Member Today CFO2Go Strategy2Go
August 30, 202614min
Number 2: The Power of Community in Scaling Your Design Business
On the podcast today is Hilaire Martin, founder of Raleigh Workup—a space created for interior design entrepreneurs and creatives to turn ideas into action. It's a community built on genuine support, shared wisdom, and meaningful connection, where beautiful ideas are given the space to grow and flourish. In today's conversation, we're talking about the importance of community, the reality of feeling alone in business, and what it looks like to be vulnerable enough to take the next step. This is a thoughtful and encouraging episode for anyone building a creative business and looking for connection along the way. Topics Mentioned: Co-working spaces Flexibility and scaling in office space Building intentional community Key Thoughts: Co-working spaces can cater to entrepreneurs at different stages of their business. Co-working provides scalability up and down and business changes. There are benefits to shared workspace. Building intentional community through shared spaces can foster a sense of belonging and support. When in community, business growth can accelerate. Contact Michele: Email: [email protected] Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: scarletthreadconsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele-Williams Contact Hilaire: Email: [email protected] Website: www.raleighworkup.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raleighworkup LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/raleigh-workup/ References and Resources: Work with Me The Designers' Inner Circle - Become a Member Today CFO2Go Metrique Solutions
August 16, 202651min
Number 3: Lead Management and Client Experience Systems that Boost Profitability
319: Lead Management and Client Experience Systems that Boost Profitability Joining me today is Porsche Williams, Founder and CEO of The Prototype, a business operations and client experience firm exclusively for designers. Porsche is passionate about helping design businesses streamline growth by refining their processes and elevating the client journey. In today's episode, we're diving into client experience and lead qualification—two critical areas that can make or break your profitability. Porsche shares where the hidden profit leaks happen before projects even begin and how you can tighten your systems to create a more efficient, profitable business. Topics Mentioned: Communication Efficiency Business Operations Key Thoughts: Three key patterns in lost leads: lack of follow-up, inconsistent communication, and avoidable mishaps during project execution. Consistent communication with clients builds satisfaction and trust in the design process. If you don't have follow up sequences for leads, focus on this before going after more leads. Focus on quality over quantity with leads. Contact Michele: Email: [email protected] Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: scarletthreadconsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele-Williams Contact Porsche: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.theprototype.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprototypelifestyle/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/porsche-williams/ References and Resources: Work with Me The Designers' Inner Circle - Become a Member Today CFO2Go Metrique Solutions
August 02, 202651min
Number 4: Monday Minute: When to Hire and When to Restructure Instead
318: Monday Minute: When to Hire and When to Restructure Instead Welcome to the Monday Minute with Michele—your quick hit of strategy, insight, and actionable ideas to help you move your business forward one small win at a time. Today the topic is when to hire and when to restructure Instead. Topics Covered: Hiring vs. restructuring Limiting growth Efficiencies in work Contact Michele: Email: [email protected] Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: ScarletThreadConsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele Williams References and Resources: Work with Me The Designers' Inner Circle - Become a Member Today CFO2Go Strategy2Go Metrique Solutions
July 26, 202611min
Number 5: How to Align Your Bookkeeping with Your Design Business Financials
317: How to Align Your Bookkeeping with Your Design Business Finances Back with me on the podcast today is Erin McGhee, a financial strategist and accountant who has dedicated her career to building bookkeeping and CFO-level services specifically for the interior design industry. In today's conversation, we're looking beyond the financial reports and focusing on the inputs that drive your numbers long before they ever reach QuickBooks or your accounting software. Erin shares how the decisions, processes, and systems throughout your business directly impact profitability—and where hidden profit leaks are most likely to occur. Our hope is that this episode inspires you to take a closer look at one area of your business, uncover opportunities for improvement, and strengthen the financial health of your company. Topics Mentioned: Backend business operations Alignment of financial workflows Financial system of record Key Thoughts: Organizing the backend of the business with the design process allows work to flow smoothly. Business processes are changing due to technology and our internal process needs to change as well to support. Be clear on where the detail for your financials lives. Keeping your project management system and financial systems aligned is critical for success. Be clear on when your company recognizes revenue. Contact Michele: Email: [email protected] Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: scarletthreadconsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele-Williams Contact Erin: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.mcgheefinancials.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcgheefinancials References and Resources: Work with Me The Designers' Inner Circle - Become a Member Today CFO2Go Metrique Solutions
July 19, 202657min