I’ve written a daily blog post for nearly 6 months now. In that time my blog has had lots more readers and I have created copious amounts of content that I can break down and use in other places - like on social media or repurposed to create new videos. In this post I’m going to break down the system I’ve been using to create my daily blog posts.
Read MoreI’m sharing another renovation update today. I think this might be the final plan….maybe….??!
Read MoreIn this post I share some tips for how to think about sorting, managing and storing the copious amounts of samples and materials you will collect as a designer or architect.
Read MoreIf you’ve been thinking about taking my SketchUp course but you’re worried about how much it costs then I want to share what I think is the real value of learning SketchUp.
Read MoreIf your design business isn’t as profitable as you would like it to be then there are normally two quick fixes you can make to immediately increase profitability (without having to find more clients). In this post I share what those are and how you can implement them today.
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 MoreIn this post I go over some basic principles behind creating a website for your interior design or architecture business. I also share the pages that I suggest you create when putting together your design business website and give you tips for how to help your website convert visitors in to paying clients.
Read MoreI get asked all the time about which version of SketchUp is best to use for interior design purposes and what the difference is between the free and the paid version of the software. So in this post I share the pros and cons of the free versus Pro versions so you can make an informed decision about which version is best for you.
Read MoreHere are 5 ways to use Pinterest in your Interior Design Business to generate more clients and traffic to your business.
Read MoreEvery day I get multiple messages with questions from people in my community about how to start an interior design business and in this post I am sharing the answers to the most commonly asked questions - like; how did I first get clients, how to price your fees and services, how to find suppliers to work with and how to get a job with an interior design firm. My answers to these (and many other!) questions are inside this post, so come and take a read!
Read MoreIn this blog post I am sharing three of the key mistakes I see designers make when they are using Instagram as a marketing tool in their business. You will learn how to use Instagram in a way that will help drive a steady stream of leads to your design business each day.
Read MoreWhat is the easiest way to find new clients? Word of mouth - i.e. when existing or former clients tell their friends and family about your products and services. And what is the easiest way of getting people to sing your praises and tell everyone they know about you? Create an amazing client experience! In this post I share 5 ways to wow your clients and make working with you easy, fun and stress free.
Read MoreWorking with the media takes time to build up over time. But once you do start being featured in media this provides you with massive social proof for your business and really helps to build up your authority. In this article I will share some tips for how to approach and interact with the media in order to get your design work published and help establish you as an expert in the industry.
Read MoreIn 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.
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