In this post I share 8 ideas for how to name your creative business. Many of my students find this an overwhelming part of their business set up journey and can get bogged down to the point of procrastination when they are trying to find a name for their business. But there are a number of key things to consider as you think about naming your business including making sure that it is clear, easy to remember and also avoids legal troubles. Let’s take a look…
Read MoreIn this post I share all the SketchUp designs and then after images of one of my own homes in the Sydney suburb of Roseville.
Read MoreHere is my monthly business reset and review for May 2022. I share my revenue, wins and learnings from last month and plan for the month ahead.
Read MoreI always encourage students in my courses to create businesses that are diverse and multifaceted enough that they can weather any storm and survive the ups and downs that are inevitable in business. In this post I share 10 ideas for how to make more money in your creative business by either thinking about things a bit differently or by creating different sources of revenue.
Read MoreDesigners often struggle to know what to post on Instagram. They feel they aren’t being authentic, they lack consistency and they often aren’t sure what to post on a daily basis. So in this post I share some practical tips and ideas for how you can create more consistent content for Instagram in a way that feels authentic to you and your brand.
Read MoreIn this post I share heaps of ideas for how to plan and design the perfect family home and give you lots of practical tips to think about as you plan for your needs now as well as for your future needs as your family grows and changes.
Read MoreIn this post I share the answers to the top 10 questions I get asked about SketchUp.
Read MoreFinding 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.
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