How do I build an interior design business? How do I get portfolio-worthy projects? Do I “have to” offer full-service interior design? How do I charge for my se...
People feel more trusting and eager to work with someone when they can see part of the process or learn more about you from the start. Today’s episode is all about my favorite lead magnet idea for interior designers to help you find the right type of client from the start, share your process, and streamline your business. In this episode, we answer questions like… What lead magnet may be the right one for you. The goals of a lead magnet in finding the perfect client for you. How and what your email sequence should include. Resources mentioned in this episode: BLOG - Creating an Effective Lead Magnet for your Interior Design Business Designers Oasis Shop JOIN: Designer's Oasis Membership FREE DOWNLOAD: 7 Habits of Highly Profitable Interior Designers Sign up for The Brief today! 🎯 Learn More: Interior Designer’s Business Blueprint - https://www.designersoasis.com/join WANT MORE? 🛒 Template Shop - 10% off the shop PODCAST10 (Limit one use per customer) 🔖 Interior Design Business Articles ⬇️ Free Resources FOLLOW ALONG 🤳Instagram 📍 Pinterest 📺 YouTube ------------------------------------- ***Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts*** FOLLOW this channel so you never miss an episode! - https://www.youtube.com/@DesignersOasis Episode Page: designersoasis.com/episode/29
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#28 | Are these Limiting Beliefs Holding You Back/Keeping you Stuck?
You don’t know what is going to work unless you start doing the work. You will ALWAYS be refining so you just have to get started. Limiting beliefs, you know those sneaky thoughts that creep in sabotage your progress? When left unchecked, they can wreak havoc on your potential. I hear a lot of limiting beliefs from the designers I work with. Today I’m sharing some of the common limiting beliefs I hear over and over again. We’re going to examine 7 of them and try to untangle them. The truth is, if you’re feeling stuck in business, it might not be what you’re doing (or not doing) that is the problem, rather it may be your thinking or beliefs that are holding you back. In this episode, we answer questions like… What to do when you are just feeling stuck. How you can pull yourself away from those limiting beliefs. How to tackle the most common limiting beliefs I hear over and over. Resources mentioned in this episode: Podcast → 5 Business Mistakes I Learned the Hard Way Designers Oasis Shop To Sell is Human by Daniel Pink JOIN: Designer's Oasis Membership FREE DOWNLOAD: 7 Habits of Highly Profitable Interior Designers Sign up for The Brief today! 🎯 Learn More: Interior Designer’s Business Blueprint - https://www.designersoasis.com/join WANT MORE? 🛒 Template Shop - 10% off the shop PODCAST10 (Limit one use per customer) 🔖 Interior Design Business Articles ⬇️ Free Resources FOLLOW ALONG 🤳Instagram 📍 Pinterest 📺 YouTube ------------------------------------- ***Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts*** FOLLOW this channel so you never miss an episode! - https://www.youtube.com/@DesignersOasis Episode Page: designersoasis.com/episode/28
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#20 | Making Space for the Things that Matter [REPLAY]
You don’t want to look back at your life and feel like you missed opportunities to get the most out of life. Whatever it is, these are the things that matter. Leisure matters. Family time Matters. Time with friends matter. Travel matters. What are the things that matter to you? If we aren’t intentional about our time and protect the things that matter, it’s too easy to look up and be like, oh my god, I haven’t had a proper vacation in 3 years. In this episode, we answer questions like… 👉 How to prepare your business so that you CAN take the time off that you want 👉 How to set expectations with your clients about time away and how that will be handled. 👉 How to plan quarterly, monthly and weekly to set your business up for success while allowing you time away. Mentioned in this episode: SHOP: Welcome Guide Book: Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself JOIN: Designer's Oasis Membership FREE DOWNLOAD: 7 Habits of Highly Profitable Interior Designers Sign up for The Brief today! 🎯 Learn More: Interior Designer’s Business Blueprint - https://www.designersoasis.com/join WANT MORE? 🛒 Template Shop - 10% off the shop PODCAST10 (Limit one use per customer) 🔖 Interior Design Business Articles ⬇️ Free Resources FOLLOW ALONG 🤳Instagram 📍 Pinterest 📺 YouTube ------------------------------------- ***Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts*** FOLLOW this channel so you never miss an episode! - https://www.youtube.com/@DesignersOasis Episode Page: designersoasis.com/episode/20
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#14 | How to Attract Full-Service Interior Design Clients [REPLAY]
In today's episode, we discuss how to attract the right kinds of clients for full-service interior design projects. It can be challenging to find clients who are wanting to commit full-service so I am going to share a few methods and tips for attracting these types of clients. We are also going to dive into the benefits of full-service design (for clients and designers), how to attract the right clients and how to actually manage a full service project. In this episode we discuss: How to attract full-service interior design clients The benefits of full-service design. What types of clients are the best fit for full-service design Mentioned in this episode: JOIN: Designer's Oasis Membership FREE DOWNLOAD: 7 Habits of Highly Profitable Interior Designers Sign up for The Brief today! Masterclass: Project Management for Interior Designers Podcast: Episode #2- 5 Types of Interior Design Services to Consider Offering Blog: 12 Tips for a Rock-Solid Consultation Masterclass: How to Sell your Interior Design Services with Confidence. Shop: Services & Investment Guide Template Shop: Welcome Packet Template 🎯 Learn More: Interior Designer’s Business Blueprint - https://www.designersoasis.com/join WANT MORE? 🛒 Template Shop - 10% off the shop PODCAST10 (Limit one use per customer) 🔖 Interior Design Business Articles ⬇️ Free Resources FOLLOW ALONG 🤳Instagram 📍 Pinterest 📺 YouTube ------------------------------------- ***Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts*** FOLLOW this channel so you never miss an episode! - https://www.youtube.com/@DesignersOasis EPISODE WEBSITE ⇗-www.designersoasis.com/episode/14
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#11 | Managing Client Expectations During Renovation [REPLAY]
In today's episode, we discuss how client expectations start at the beginning of the design process. It’s imperative to build a good relationship with your client. Make sure you are open, honest, communicative, and direct. This will translate to more business in the future, through referrals or future projects. In this episode we discuss: How to set goals for a client's timeframe while also allowing for situations out of our control. How to normalize issues that come up throughout the interior design process. Tips for setting client expectations when it comes to a renovation. Tactical ways to normalize issues that come up throughout the renovation and design process. How to set up great communication and be a good listener and sounding board for your clients. More from Designer’s Oasis 📝Episode Shownotes ⇗-www.designersoasis.com/episode/11 💌 Join our weekly Newsletter “The Brief” drops every Friday 🎯Join the Designers Oasis Membership 🛒 Check out the Template Shop - Use code PODCAST10 for 10% off 🔖 Read the Designer’s Oasis Blog ⬇️ Check out our Free Resources Find us on Social 🤳Instagram 📍Pinterest 📺 YouTube
How do I build an interior design business? How do I get portfolio-worthy projects? Do I “have to” offer full-service interior design? How do I charge for my services? What if I want to do things differently with my interior design business? How do I take my design business to the next level?
Feeling overwhelmed? I got you friend.
Welcome to the Designer’s Oasis Podcast. Consider this your place for a fresh drink of water for the inspired, creative, ambitious, and let’s admit it, occasionally overwhelmed interior designer. Whether you are just starting your interior design business or you’re looking to grow or scale, here you’ll find actionable, real-world, and above all SIMPLE ways to launch, establish, and scale your interior design business with confidence.
Introducing your host, Kate Bendewald of Kate Bendewald Interior Design, real-life interior designer, mama, and CEO who grew her 6-figure interior design business on word-of-mouth referrals. Kate doesn’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to running your business. Instead, she offers authentic, approachable advice to help you start where you are.
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