Finding clients is one of the things that most designers find hardest in their business. In this post I share some ideas about how to get more clients and ultimately win more work. Plus I have a free worksheet that you can use to help you identify your ideal client or customer.
Read MoreIf you’re new to working with clients then it can seem daunting to go in to their house and meet with them for the first time. So in this post I am sharing how I prepare for an initial design consultation with a new interior design client.
Read MoreIn this post I’m sharing some of the questions I would ask a new client when I first started working with them. The answers to these questions would help me with space planning and initial concepts and get my clients thinking about some of the core decisions that needed to be made in relation to their project. Here’s my renovation/remodel checklist…
Read MoreIf you want to protect your business from the ups and downs of one to one client work then you need multiple streams of revenue. Here's how to create multiple streams of revenue inside your creative business.
Read MoreIn this post I share the full interior design workflow, before images, SketchUp designs and then after images of a project I worked on in the Sydney suburb of Roseville.
Read MoreIn this post I share tips for how to shoot your own professional looking interior design photos using just your iPhone!
Read MoreBefore embarking on your renovation you’re going to need to set your mindset for the project ahead. In this post I share some of the things you should consider before you start your project.
Read MoreA lead magnet is what you’ll use to grow your email list of potential clients and build your reputation as an expert in your industry. In this post I share ideas for lead magnets that designers and architects can create (plus share a free PDF download for you).
Read MoreRenovating a unit, apartment or condo can be more complicated than it seems. Here’s some things to think about before you get started.
Read MoreHere are the elements I like to include when designing a mudroom or boot room for a family.
Read MoreUntil you know how much time you spend on client work, the way you price your fees and services will just be a guess. In this post I want to share why you should be tracking your time, how to track it and some software options you can use to do this.
Read MoreThere are a range of options for how to price your interior design or decoration services. In this article I go over the common pricing models for interior designers and how to charge for your design services.
Read MoreIf you are working in a creative field then Instagram should be a big part of your marketing efforts, but I know that it can be overwhelming to be creating consistently on Instagram. So in this post I share some of the things that work well for me.
Read MoreThe most important thing about creating a successful design or architecture business is understanding your clients' wants, needs and desired outcomes better than they understand them themselves. You have to shift from thinking and talking about services and products to thinking about the outcomes they really want. I’ll explain how in this post…
Read MoreHere are 10 mistakes I see people make when renovating or remodeling bathrooms - plus how to avoid them!
Read MoreThe more inspiring and organised your workspace the more inspired you will be to do your best work. In this post I share 8 tips for setting up a workspace that you love to spend time in and that helps you achieve your goals.
Read MoreEach month I share links to 10 things I’ve really enjoyed over the past month. These might be links to resources (e.g. podcast or YouTube video I’ve found helpful), design stuff or even just products I’ve purchased or found that I like. Here’s what I’ve purchased, consumed or enjoyed over the past month :)
Read MoreWe all have the same 24 hours each day. Lots of people ask me how I achieve so much in my days (and actually I don’t work as many hours as you might think quite honestly!). Here are my 5 tips…
Read MoreIf you’re working in a 9-5 but want to start your own business the path from here to profitable business owner can feel very daunting. In this post I lay out three paths for how you can move from where you are now to starting your business and living the life you dream of. Plus I share my own path from 9-5 full-time corporate job to seven figure business owner (as a Mum of three!)…
Read MoreIn this post I share the main types of insurance you will want to consider as an interior designer and the best way of assessing your risk in relation to the work you do as an interior designer or architect.
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