Today With LuAnn Nigara:

You’ve got the product knowledge, the design skills, and the consults on your calendar—but if you’re still leading with product instead of process, you’re leaving money on the table.

In this episode, LuAnn kicks off a powerful new solo series: The 7 Deadly Sales Sins, based on the real-world coaching she does every week with Exciting Windows! pros.

Today’s sin? Leading with the Product.

And to illustrate just how costly this habit can be, she walks you through one common consult—where a client says they want shutters—and shows how the sale can fall apart in three different ways:

If you’ve ever walked away from a consult feeling like it went great… only to never hear from the client again—this one is for you.

You’ll leave this episode with clarity, direction, and three specific steps to start closing more consistently—without sounding like a salesperson.

Plus: don’t miss LuAnn’s call to action for her upcoming Managing for Profits workshop with Vin—free registration details inside.

A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows!

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⁠⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Today With LuAnn Nigara:

Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit! Today, we dive into the fundamental truth that questions are the answers in sales, inspired by sales master Tom Hopkins. Learn how to transform your sales approach by asking strategic questions that create connections, clarity, and commitment with your clients. We’ll emphasize the importance of continuous learning and offer practical tips for improving your sales process. Whether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned pro, this episode will inspire you to take action and elevate your selling game. Tune in and discover how to turn every conversation into an opportunity for success!

A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows!

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⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠⁠

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Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here:

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Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠

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Today With LuAnn Nigara:

If you’ve ever fumbled your way through a discovery call or wondered why some leads ghost you after that first conversation—this episode is for you.

LuAnn breaks down five strategic questions every window treatment pro should be asking on a discovery call—plus the real reason behind each one. Inspired by the sales genius of Phil M. Jones and enriched by a powerful real-life story from Matt Cobb inside the Exciting Windows! mastermind, this episode is all about selling smarter, not harder.

You'll also get a sneak peek at the Make a Friend 7-Step Selling Process from Lu University—and why asking the right question is more important than having the right script.

Don’t miss this one—it’s full of actionable gems to help you sell with confidence, connection, and clarity.

What You’ll Learn:

A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows!

What’s new with LuAnn Nigara

⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠

⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠

⁠⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠

Get The Goodies!

For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999!

Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here:

Book 1: ⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠

Audiobook: ⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠

Book 2: ⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠

Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠

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Today With LuAnn Nigara:

Every entrepreneur faces moments where fear and overwhelm stop you in your tracks. In this powerful episode, LuAnn Nigara dismantles the myth of fearlessness and introduces her proven "Business Bravery" approach developed over 40+ years of entrepreneurship. You'll learn practical strategies to take action despite uncertainty, including the morning intention that transformed LuAnn's business mindset and concrete steps to move beyond paralyzing self-doubt. Featuring real-world examples of business owners who pushed through fear and succeeded anyway, this episode delivers straight-talking advice and an actionable toolkit to break through overwhelm and make progress today. Stop waiting to feel ready – listen now and discover how to cultivate courage when facing business challenges.

A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows!

What’s new with LuAnn Nigara

⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠

⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠

⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠

Get The Goodies!

For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠here⁠.

To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999!

Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here:

Book 1: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠

Audiobook: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠

Book 2: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠

Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠

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Hey friends—today we’re getting real about a critical part of running a profitable business: qualifying leads. Because let’s be honest—most of us are either letting go of clients who could have been ideal, or we’re wasting precious time on ones that were never a good fit to begin with.

In this episode, I’m sharing three real-world stories from my own business journey that reveal the hidden opportunities in client interactions you might be misjudging. These aren’t hypotheticals—they’re lessons hard-earned from decades of experience, and I want you to learn from them, not repeat them.

You’ll learn how to:

This isn’t about saying “no” faster—it’s about saying “yes” smarter. So let’s sharpen your lead-qualifying skills—because your future revenue depends on it.

“Qualifying is not about shutting the door. It’s about asking the right questions so we can make an educated guess on whether we should open the door or not.” - LuAnn

“I’m not going to sell you knock-off products here to save a few bucks, and now what? The home you come to for peace and recreation has broken blinds that need servicing every time you show up here?” - LuAnn

“Don’t you ever qualify a person, in or out, based on how they look when they walk into your store. Treat every person like your next VIP client—because they just might be.” - LuAnn

This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows!

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For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free here.

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Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action

Audiobook: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action

Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts

Pre-Order Book 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2

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Chairman of the Board with LuAnn Nigara!

Exciting Windows! Coaching and more!

In this episode of A Well-Designed Business, LuAnn is joined by interior designer and entrepreneur Leslie Excell, founder of Excell Design + Co, for an honest, grounded, and inspiring conversation about building a business rooted in clarity, boundaries, and heart.

Leslie shares the pivotal moments that helped her reshape her business—from learning to say “no” without guilt, to letting go of the comparison trap, to honoring her own definition of success. She opens up about the mindset shifts that allowed her to stop chasing every opportunity and start creating a business that supports her life, not just her bottom line.

Whether you’re in a season of burnout, transition, or simply feeling called to realign with your core values, Leslie’s story will remind you that you are allowed to evolve—and that the most powerful business decisions often come from the quiet confidence of knowing yourself.

What You’ll Learn:

Leslie Excell, President of Excell In Design Group, embodies the perfect balance of passion, creativity, and an open heart. With a natural gift for adapting to new ideas and embracing fresh perspectives, Leslie leads her talented team to inspire and elevate the world-class designers they serve, creating a space where artistry and collaboration flow seamlessly.

"Imagine a project where the designer and artisan are in total alignment” ✨

This guiding philosophy is at the core of everything they do. As a full-service drapery workroom to the trade, Excell In Design Group offers expert consultations, exquisite craftsmanship, and professional installation, all grounded in years of deep industry knowledge and a commitment to excellence.

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This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows!

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For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free here.

To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999!

Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action

Audiobook: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action

Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts

Pre-Order Book 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2

LuAnn’s Website

LuAnn’s Blog

Power Talk Friday

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This podcast supports the Savvy Giving Design Coalition. Learn more about it here!

AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project

AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design

WTFP #309: Overheard: Inside a Window Treatment Mastermind: How 5 Experts Built a Powerhouse Support System

WTFP #286: Julie Murphy: From Home Sewing to Million-Dollar Workroom

WTFP #34: Nikki Greenwood: from Corporate to the Window Treatment Business

WTFP #122: Jill Ballew: Her System for Chasing Post Installation Issues

WTFP#276: Vita Vygovska: The Pain Points and “Watch Outs” When Working With an Interior Designer

WTFP #268: Vita Vygovska: Empower Your Window Treatment Sales Force

WTFP #262: Vita Vygovska: Understanding the Challenges of Working with New Designers in the Window Treatments Industry

WTFP #261: Vita Vygovska: Production Workroom Vs Concierge Workroom

WTFP #257: Vita Vygovska: Working With Designers: Process vs Service

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Are you stuck speaking price while your dream clients are listening for value? In this episode of A Well-Designed Business, LuAnn gets real about how to elevate your messaging to match the elevated clientele you’re trying to attract. She walks you through the subtle yet powerful mindset and language shifts that can position you as the go-to expert for high-end window treatment projects—without ever having to “sell.”

LuAnn dives into:

This is a must-listen if you’re ready to stop being a commodity and start being a category of one.

✨ And if this resonates, check out Episode 897 with Fred Berns where we talk about defining your “Only”—the exact thing you do better than anyone else. It's the perfect companion to today’s insights.

“The high-end client isn’t asking, ‘Can I afford this?’ They’re asking, ‘Is this worth my time, energy, and trust?’” - LuAnn

“When you speak to someone’s lifestyle priorities, they stop looking at your price tag—and start looking at your expertise.” - LuAnn

“You don’t have to justify your pricing when you’ve already proven your value.” - LuAnn

“The moment you stop selling and start serving is the moment you attract the right clients.” - LuAnn

“Price is a factor. But priority? That’s the decision-maker.” - LuAnn

This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows!

The Power Talk Friday Tour

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For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free here.

To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999!

Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action

Audiobook: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action

Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts

Pre-Order Book 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2

LuAnn’s Website

LuAnn’s Blog

Power Talk Friday

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This podcast supports the Savvy Giving Design Coalition. Learn more about it here!

AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project

AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design

Chairman of the Board with LuAnn Nigara!

Exciting Windows! Coaching and more!

Exciting Windows! 21st Annual Conference – April 16th-18th in West Palm Beach, Florida!

WTFP #305: What Would Lu Do?: Ghosted After the Quote? The Pricing Conversation You’re Avoiding

What separates the window treatment pros who build wealth from those who just build stress?

In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the five non-negotiable traits I’ve seen in every successful entrepreneur I’ve interviewed, coached, or worked alongside. After 1,300+ podcast interviews, dozens of coaching clients, and decades building Window Works, one truth is clear: success isn’t magic—it’s math. It’s made of actions, habits, and decisions.

Today, I’m walking you through the exact traits you need to cultivate if you want to scale with purpose, lead with confidence, and build a business that actually works—for you, your family, and your future.

This is the unfiltered truth about what it really takes to thrive in this business. So grab your notebook and let's get to work.

In this episode, I’ll share:

This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows!

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Watch the Docuseries!

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For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free here.

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Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action

Audiobook: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action

Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts

Pre-Order Book 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2

LuAnn’s Website

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Power Talk Friday

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This podcast supports the Savvy Giving Design Coalition. Learn more about it here!

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AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design

Chairman of the Board with LuAnn Nigara!

Exciting Windows! Coaching and more!

AWDB #26: Kae Whitaker- Branding Your Business- Finally I Understand It!

AWDB #259: Kae Whitaker – Get New Clients with the Right Email Sequence

AWDB #274: Power Talk Friday: Kae Whitaker- Part 2 of Email Marketing for your Interior Design Firm

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In this special episode of our Bound By Business series, Jessica Harling sits down with Amy Cramer of Cramer Law Group to explore the essential legal structures family businesses need. Amy breaks down why proper documentation matters in succession planning, how to match estate plans with business documents, and the importance of clear roles and decision-making authority. This practical conversation covers everything from the dangers of nepotism to implementing appropriate compensation structures, helping family business owners avoid costly mistakes while preserving both their company and family relationships. Amy's concept of a "stewardship mindset" provides a powerful framework for viewing family business leadership as a responsibility rather than an entitlement.

Amy Cramer is passionate about providing a voice for those who face discrimination, harassment or reprisals in the workplace. A powerful advocate for her clients, she uses all of the legal tools at her disposal to vigorously fight for them.

Amy practices primarily in the representation of victims of discrimination based on factors including skin color, sex, age, religion or disability. In addition, she focuses on those who have been harassed in the workplace or faced retaliatory conduct by their employers. Amy has successfully litigated in both federal and state courts on behalf of those who feel their voices have been silenced. She is tenacious in her representations, tirelessly appearing before courts and administrative agencies to support her clients’ claims.

In fact, Amy has a history of helping others. A native Chicagoan, she taught high school English in an inner-city school before attending The John Marshall Law School. The experience gave her the ability to listen to the challenges faced daily by the young people she was teaching and to relate to their stories, including how to encourage them in the face of so much adversity. One of her clients described Amy as calm, but powerful – both traits that served her well in education and now in her legal career.

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With unwavering conviction, Jessica Harling can break down complex decisions to simplify an action plan. Her dynamic problem-solving can confront potential obstacles proactively and energize any team, making others feel valued to achieve their ambitious company goals. She is the founder of Behind the Design, a People Operations company that enthusiastically collaborates with leadership to build dream teams! From recruiting to training and process development, their intuition for creating strong emotional connections discovers and nurtures rockstar talent with established streamlined processes that impact the company’s bottom line.

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The Power Talk Friday Tour

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Power Talk Friday

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This podcast supports the Savvy Giving Design Coalition. Learn more about it here!

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AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design

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Exciting Windows! 21st Annual Conference - April 16th-18th in West Palm Beach, Florida!

WTFP #288: Bound By Business: Mark & Laura Perel: Married & Building a Window Treatment Empire

AWDB #454: Power Talk Friday: Jamie Lieberman: Hashtag Legal – Lawyers That Speak Designer

WTFP #308: Bound by Business: Tim Yurek: Succession Planning Made Simple: Ensuring a Smooth Transition Without Financial Strain

WTFP #255: Tim Yurek: The Critical Difference Between Exit Strategy and Succession Strategy

WTFP #253: Tim Yurek: Three Disturbing Trends That Put Small Businesses at Risk

Opening a window treatment showroom is more than just a ribbon-cutting—it’s the launch of a space that can become the heartbeat of your business. Done right, your window treatment showroom can evolve into a thriving community hub where clients, industry partners, and trade professionals come together.

In this episode of Window Treatments for Profit, I’m sharing proven strategies for making your showroom a destination—whether you’re planning your grand opening, celebrating an anniversary, or looking for ways to keep momentum going all year long. We’ll cover:

✔️ Who to invite & how to get them there

 ✔️ Creative event ideas for building lasting connections

 ✔️ Hosting tips to make your showroom THE place to be

 ✔️ Why relationship marketing is key to long-term success

And if you want more ideas on turning customers into lifelong fans, don’t miss Episode #78 with Georgiana Schwandt, where she shares her powerful strategies for customer appreciation and repeat business.

Listen now and start turning your showroom into an industry hub!

This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows!

The Power Talk Friday Tour

Watch the Docuseries!

http://www.luannnigara.com/cob

For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free here.

To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999!

Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action

Audiobook: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action

Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts

Pre-Order Book 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2

LuAnn’s Website

LuAnn’s Blog

Power Talk Friday

Like Us: Facebook | Tweet Us: Twitter | Follow Us: Instagram | Listen Here: Podcast

This podcast supports the Savvy Giving Design Coalition. Learn more about it here!

AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project

AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design

WTFP #78: Georgiana Schwandt: Create the Life You Love for Your Business and Personal Life