You finally hired someone to help in your interior design business. You imagined reclaiming your evenings, finally getting ahead of your inbox, maybe even taking a Friday off. Instead, within a few weeks you’re fielding constant questions, unpicking mistakes, and thinking: “It would’ve been quicker…
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,…
Let’s be honest, pricing your services as an interior designer can be an absolute minefield. You want to charge what you’re truly worth, but in the back of your mind there’s always that little voice whispering, “What if they say no? What if it’s too…
Do you ever feel like you’re juggling too many things at once? Like a headless chicken, spinning plates, trying to keep everything in the air? 😅 The reality is, there are only so many hours in a day, and it’s tough to make the most…
Hiring new people can be a challenge, and let’s face it—many of us wait too long to make that move. As a result, you might find yourself feeling overwhelmed, missing deadlines, and stuck with more on your plate than you can handle. 😬 But why…
Becoming an independent interior designer can be an incredibly profitable business that allows you the freedom to design your own lifestyle. As a new interior design entrepreneur, the idea of building a business that makes enough money is exciting but understanding how much to charge…
Have you heard the phrase, “No man is an island”? It means that, as humans, we don’t do very well on our own, we need community around us to thrive. Just look at Robinson Crusoe, where would he have been without Man Friday, eh? Even…
Even though I love interior design, I have to admit that I sometimes find the industry a bit… well, elitist, if I’m honest. There is a certain snobbery about the brands you choose to specify, noses turn up if you recommend retail products and your…
In my experience, most people don’t come into interior design straight from school at age 18. Many people become an interior designer later in life, often as a second career, and usually after they have discovered a passion for the subject after decorating their own…
If you feel like a fraud in your business, and you’re constantly worrying that you’re going to be found out, you need to read this guide to imposter syndrome for interior designers- right now! How to Recognise Imposter Syndrome If you are struggling with imposter…