I always liken getting new clients to dating. You do not need to say yes to everyone who asks you out on a date and you do not need to accept every inquiry or prospect that comes your way. In fact, there is power and success in saying no. This is why it’s important to know your criteria for accepting new interior design projects.
Read MoreWould you like a more steady stream of clients and projects? Would you like to keep new new business coming into your interior design business consistently?
Of course!
Interior design is naturally cyclical. There are naturally slower times. And it may depend on your ideal client and the location of your business. For example, in the US, you’re likely to be slower right before Thanksgiving if you live in a place with a lot of second/vacation homes. However, this is usually a very busy time for a lot of other designers around the country.
Read MoreHere's a question I've been thinking about as I just signed a client and encountered this situation. How do you navigate the beginning of the concept & design process with a client who has almost zero reference points? Who can't identify a style they like, doesn't have inspiration images, doesn't provide many answers on questionnaire, and house is essentially a blank slate? Especially if this is an e-design client and you can't go through a laborious process of discovery? I'd be curious to hear your thoughts.
Thanks,
Sam
Read MoreThere are hundreds of reasons to hire an interior designer. Most of them come down to correct allocation of assets. They can keep their eye on the big picture, help maximize your investment and minimize headaches. They know who to call and how to avoid and resolve problems. They're there to make your space beautiful and functional.
There are designers out there for all types of projects and budgets. There are designers who could help you with every single thing on this list and some that specialize in certain ones. But hiring a designer is more than just finding pretty things and getting a discount on them.
Read MoreI get asked all the time how to find clients. But, I know where to find my clients, but I'm not sure where you'll find yours.
And that is good news. Because of your unique business you need to spend some time rooting out your unique clients.
You want clients that are going to love what you do and love how you do it. Ideal Clients. Dream Clients. Awesome Clients. There are clients out there that want to do business with you right now. How are you going to find each other?
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