Ever feel like your social media posts get showered with lovely comments, stacks of likes, and heart emojis galore… yet your inbox remains stubbornly empty when it comes to real client enquiries? You’re not imagining it… and you’re certainly not alone. I see it all…
“Kate, should I charge fixed fees or hourly rates?” It’s one of the most common questions I get asked as a mentor to interior designers. And honestly, if you’re still asking that question, chances are you’re already behind where you need to be. The most successful…
So, you’ve finally done it. You’ve hired someone to help you in your interior design business. A huge milestone! You imagined yourself sipping coffee while they handled the admin or client onboarding… and instead, you’re fielding constant questions, fixing mistakes, and thinking, “It would’ve been quicker…
Picture the scene: you’re in a design consultation, and one partner lights up and says, “I just adore bold, vibrant colours!” Before you can reach for the colour wheel, the other chimes in with, “Actually, I prefer something neutral and calming.” And then, they both turn to you expectantly,…
So, you think you need a quiet, child-free house and hours of uninterrupted time to succeed in your interior design diploma? Think again. The biggest barrier to success isn’t lack of time, it’s lack of planning. And that’s the bit most people miss. Because yes,…
Ever feel like you’re permanently on-call for your interior design clients? As if you’re a doctor on emergency duty, only instead of saving lives, you’re fielding late-night texts about scatter cushions and wallpaper samples? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Far too many interior…
Ever wondered why one designer charges £5,000 for a single room makeover while another struggles to get £500? It’s tempting to think it’s all down to experience or reputation, but really, the secret lies in psychology. Here’s the truth: pricing has very little to do…
Ever turned up for a photoshoot of your beautifully completed project, only to discover your clients have “helpfully” filled every surface with personal bits and bobs? Or perhaps you’ve found yourself mid-shoot, realising that half your essential styling props are still sitting at home? You’re…
Picture this: two perfect projects come your way in the same week, both beautifully aligned with your design style, dream clients, and budgets that actually make sense. It should feel like a win, right? But instead, your heart sinks. You’re already working 60-hour weeks, pulling…
If I had a pound for every time I’ve heard an aspiring designer say, “I’m just waiting for the right time to launch…”, well, let’s just say I’d be typing this from a beachfront villa in Ibiza. It usually goes something like this: They want…