EP 289 | Make Your Margins with Daniel House Club

09/06/22 • 42 min

Business of Design ® | Interior Designers, Decorators, Architects & Landscapers

Yes, it is possible to consistently protect your margins. Getting clear about which vendors and suppliers help you do that is critical for every design professional who intends to sustain the business and be profitable. In this episode we learn: - stop chasing tiny discounts—your time is valuable so pause to consider the profit first - be transparent with clients about pricing - never ship “curb side”, deliver to a receiver and install properly - like a good travel guide, the design professional keeps clients informed about what’s happening next and when It’s time to take control of your business. Become a member of Business of Design®, today: https://businessofdesign.com/?ref=2&campaign=podcast

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EP 288 | Process Leads To Creativity with Sashya Thind, Hosted by Dane Austin

When members of our community get together to share experience and expertise, we all gain. In this episode, BODTM Member Dane Austin, takes over the mic and talks with fellow design professional, Sashya Thind, about how when your process is structured, it allows the creativity to flow. In this episode, you will learn: - If the process is structured, the creativity can flow - The more people you hire, the easier your job gets, the easier your life gets - The importance of defining the scope of work, what’s included, and what isn’t - The value of charging for the consultation - A hybrid model of charging for your design fees - To make sure all decision makers are involved and talk about money early - If you want the best results, be the expert in the room It’s time to take control of your business. Become a member of Business of Design®, today: https://businessofdesign.com/?ref=2&campaign=podcast