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Interior Design Business

Terri Taylor

180 episodes

4 days ago

Starting a design business isn’t just about being talented, it’s about building a real business foundation that can support you long-term. In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m sharing what it really takes to start a design business—step-by-step—like a giant checklist. Most designers start by helping friends and family, but eventually you have to learn how to shift from “free help” into a legitimate business without becoming the gift that keeps on giving forever. I’m wa...

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Starting a design business isn’t just about being talented, it’s about building a real business foundation that can support you long-term. In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m sharing what it really takes to start a design business—step-by-step—like a giant checklist. Most designers start by helping friends and family, but eventually you have to learn how to shift from “free help” into a legitimate business without becoming the gift that keeps on giving forever. I’m wa...

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Entrepreneurship

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Interior Design Business

Starting a Design Business

Starting a design business isn’t just about being talented, it’s about building a real business foundation that can support you long-term. In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m sharing what it really takes to start a design business—step-by-step—like a giant checklist. Most designers start by helping friends and family, but eventually you have to learn how to shift from “free help” into a legitimate business without becoming the gift that keeps on giving forever. I’m wa...

4 days ago

24 minutes

Interior Design Business

Financially Sustainable Design Business Part 4

You’re not a charity. You’re not your client’s financial rescue plan. And you’re definitely not in business to burn out. In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m diving into Part 4 of my Financially Sustainable Design Business series—and this one is all about the energetic side of money. Because here’s the truth: the mindset and beliefs you hold about money can block profitability faster than any pricing mistake. I’m sharing how to stop subconsciously repelling money, why ...

1 week ago

20 minutes

Interior Design Business

Financially Sustainable Design Business Part 3

You’re not a furniture store. You’re not a contractor’s free assistant. And you’re definitely not a charity. In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m diving into Part 3 of our financially sustainable design business series. This time, we're getting crystal clear about what you really sell, your design time. Discover the one metric that will transform your business, why chasing product sales is a trap, and how to set up your LOAs to finally get paid what you're worth. Let...

2 weeks ago

14 minutes

Interior Design Business

Financially Sustainable Design Business Part 2

You’ve priced your design work. You’ve marked up your product. So why does it still feel like you’re working for free? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m diving into Part 2 of our financially sustainable design business series, focusing on boundaries. From endless client emails to last-minute add-ons and ghosting clients who suddenly reappear, this episode will show you exactly how to protect your time, your money, and your sanity with strong, clear boundaries. In th...

3 weeks ago

15 minutes

Interior Design Business

Financially Sustainable Design Business Part 1

A beautiful portfolio doesn’t guarantee a profitable business. In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m kicking off a multi-part series on building a financially sustainable design business. Today’s focus? Understanding how to separate your design services from product sales, and why clinging to retail vendors and discount pricing is keeping you stuck. If you want to create a business that pays you consistently, covers your team and tools, and leaves room to grow, this is ...

1 month ago

18 minutes

Interior Design Business

Design Jobs Gone Wrong

What causes design jobs to fall apart? Spoiler alert: it’s rarely the client’s fault. In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m walking you through the real reasons design jobs go sideways, and how to prevent them before they start. From clients ghosting your final presentation to never-ending projects with zero profit, I’ll show you how to build structure, communicate expectations, and take the lead from day one. If you’ve ever found yourself mid-project wondering “How did...

1 month ago

15 minutes

Interior Design Business

Hiring Lessons Learned

Hiring the right team member can transform your business, but hiring the wrong one? It can drain your time, money, and sanity. In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m sharing real stories from my own hiring journey, the flops, the fixes, and the eye-opening lessons that helped me build a team that actually supports me. From cheap hires to knee-jerk decisions, interns to untrained assistants, you’ll hear what not to do, and exactly how to prepare for your next great hire. ...

1 month ago

13 minutes

Interior Design Business

Fees By the sq ft? Hourly?

What’s the best way to charge for your design work, by the hour, by the square foot, or with flat fees? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m breaking down the pros and cons of each method, and revealing why design fees are the real workhorse of your business. You’ll learn how to handle scope creep, price add-ons properly, and present fees that align with how builders and clients think—without giving away your time or undercharging. This episode is packed with practical...

1 month ago

20 minutes

Interior Design Business

Absolutely Fabulous Job

What happens when your dream project finally lands in your lap… but you’re too buried in admin to say yes? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m sharing the story of a designer who landed her absolutely fabulous project, only to realize she couldn’t take it on without radically transforming how her business runs. Sound familiar? I’ll walk you through how we helped her restructure her team, delegate admin tasks, and reclaim her time, so she could finally step into her ne...

2 months ago

13 minutes

Interior Design Business

Asking For Help

Think asking for help makes you look weak? Think again. In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m unpacking one of the biggest mindset traps designers fall into—believing they have to do everything on their own to prove their worth. From raising kids to managing client projects to building a sustainable business, real success comes when you’re willing to reach out and receive the support you need. I’ll share my personal journey, plus a powerful client story that proves just...

2 months ago

10 minutes

Interior Design Business

Bad Contractors

What do you do when a contractor goes rogue? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m sharing a real story from one of our Growth Q&A calls, where a new contractor undercut a designer’s pricing, bypassed communication boundaries, and caused major headaches on the job. It’s a cautionary tale, and I’m walking you through exactly how to prevent it from happening to you. You’ll learn how to set expectations upfront, stay in control of your projects, and protect your income...

2 months ago

12 minutes

Interior Design Business

Planning Profitable Jobs

Are you starting projects without a profit plan, and hoping it all works out? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m diving into the biggest reason designers under-earn: jumping into jobs without clarity on time, money, or scope. If you’ve ever found yourself discounting an invoice or redesigning a project just to meet the client’s “idea” of a budget, this one’s for you. You’ll learn how to plan for profit before you ever write a letter of agreement, plus how to calculat...

2 months ago

9 minutes

Interior Design Business

Protecting Profits

Are tariffs, rising costs, or slow-paying clients eating into your design income? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m breaking down what it really takes to protect your profits, especially in unpredictable times. From tariff increases on imports to client ghosting and weak pricing strategies, I’m showing you exactly where money leaks from your business and how to plug them. You’ll learn how to price with clarity, create healthy profit margins, and write solid letters ...

2 months ago

18 minutes

Interior Design Business

Confidence Builder

Feeling uncertain about your next move in business—or life? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m talking about how to build unshakable confidence, even when things around you feel unstable. From rising costs and unpredictable markets to self-doubt and hesitation, I’ll show you how to shift from fear into action and clarity. You’ll learn how to make decisions that move your business forward, attract better opportunities, and keep your profits intact—no shrinking, no dis...

3 months ago

18 minutes

Interior Design Business

Reality Check-In

Feeling the weight of uncertainty in your design business? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m offering a no-fluff reality check on what’s happening in the design industry—and how to lead your business through it with strength and clarity. From economic shifts and rising costs to client hesitation and self-doubt, I’m sharing the mindset tools and practical strategies you need to stay visible, profitable, and confident, even when the market feels shaky. In this episo...

3 months ago

7 minutes

Interior Design Business

Ethics and Bad Taste

What do you do when a client insists on making design choices you can’t stand behind? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m sharing real stories and tough lessons from my early design career, including the moment I decided I’d never again let a client push me into delivering something I couldn’t be proud of. If you’ve ever felt trapped in a job where the client’s taste goes against your design principles, this episode will help you navigate it with confidence, ethics, a...

3 months ago

13 minutes

Interior Design Business

How to Get Clients

Are you struggling to consistently find great clients for your interior design business? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m breaking down the real reasons designers struggle with client attraction, and how to turn it around. Whether you think you don’t have time, can’t afford to market, or simply don’t know where to start, I’ve got the mindset shifts and proven strategies you need to get clients in the door. If you’re tired of relying on luck, waiting for referrals, ...

3 months ago

21 minutes

Interior Design Business

Revisions and Boundaries

Are endless client revisions derailing your design projects? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m sharing how boundary issues and a lack of Systems are at the root of most revision chaos. I’ll walk you through a real story of a talented kitchen designer whose client just kept changing her mind—and how it all could have been avoided with the right structure in place. If you’ve ever been trapped in revision after revision, struggling to say no or draw the line, this epis...

4 months ago

13 minutes

Interior Design Business

Systems = Freedom

Do you feel like you're always putting out fires in your design business? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m showing you how Systems create freedom—not restriction. By treating every task like a one-off event, you end up stressed, overworked, and overwhelmed. But when you put repeatable processes in place, everything changes. I’ll walk you through the mindset shift required to embrace Systems, explain what Systems really are (hint: you’re already using them in your d...

4 months ago

24 minutes

Interior Design Business

Boundaries and People Pleasing

Are you saying “yes” to small design jobs just to be nice—or to avoid a slow season? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I’m diving into the real cost of people pleasing and how it undermines your time, energy, and business growth. Whether you’re helping a past client with a hallway light or hustling through low-paying work out of fear, these yeses are likely blocking you from the bigger jobs you really want. I’ll show you how to shift your mindset, set a strong minimum f...

4 months ago

15 minutes