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243. 2 Wins, 1 Message: Why Interior Designers Are Invaluable on the Job Site
Today I'm sharing two recent wins that build on what we discussed in Ep241: What Do Interior Designers Really Do on Construction Projects? These real-life stories show how valuable designers are on job sites—and I hope they inspire you to c
242. Why Interior Designers Should Plan for the Holidays Now (Yes, Now)
I know it probably feels a little crazy to be talking about the holidays right now. But here's the truth: before we know it, holiday parties, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hannukkah, and New Year's will be front and center, and for all of us in
241. What Do Interior Designers Really Do on Construction Projects? How to Define Your Role with Confidence
Have you ever been asked, "So… what do you do here?" If you're an interior designer, chances are you've heard this question more than once—from contractors, trades, or even clients. The truth is, many people don't fully understand the value
240. How to Handle Mistakes on Projects Without Losing Client Trust
Mistakes happen on every design and construction project—because we're human. But how you handle them can make or break your client relationships. In this episode, I share real stories from designers (and my own experiences) about the inevi
239. Inside the Studio: Conversations That Are Changing How Designers Show Up
I am frequently asked what it's really like to be inside The Designer's Edge program, and especially what these new features are inside The Studio portion of the program. Today, I'm excited to pull the curtain back and share one of The Stud
238. Designing the Experience, Not Just the Space
When a client hires an interior designer, especially for a construction project, they are not just looking for us to help with picking paint color and finishes; they're hiring us for our eye, our foresight, our expertise, and our ability to
237. What Clients Don't Understand About Their Allowances
Allowances. This is what we are covering in today's episode: why they matter so much more than designers realize, and how ignoring them can absolutely blow up your hours, your relationship with the client, and their entire budget. This migh
236. "What Will This Cost?" The Budget Talk Designers Dread
How much is this going to cost? This is a question every designer will get, especially newer designers to construction struggle with this question and will hear from every single one of their clients. In this episode, we're diving into the
235. Who's in Charge Here? (Hint: It Should Be You)
Today, we are going to talk about a question I know you've silently asked yourself: "Who's really in charge here?" And more importantly, "How do I stay in charge of the part I am leading without turning every job site project into a tug of
234. Luxury Is a Long Game: Relationship Marketing with Vita Vygovska
If you've been wanting to break into the luxury market, or even if you already are there, today's episode is for you! Today, I am sharing a conversation with my friend, Vitalia (Vita) Vygovska. Vita grew her business from grass-roots market
233. The Real Cost of Being "Too Nice"
I tell people all the time that no answer is an answer. No boundaries allow a free for all. No structure allows someone else to create it for you. All of this can be prevented by being clear on what you want, the values you bring, and the r
232. Booked, Busy, and Borderline Burned Out
If your schedule is feeling tight, or your fall is filling up way faster than you'd like or feeling pressure to take on just one more project, then today's episode is for you! Scheduling can have an impact on the success of your projects, t
231. The One Question That Will Transform Your Proposals
There is a powerful, yet overlooked question that you should ask yourself every time you start developing a proposal for your client: "So what?" Whether you're listing deliverables, defining construction roles, or setting your fees, this qu
230. The Kind of Collaborator You Don't Forget
I often talk about the importance of industry partnerships for growing your business and keeping your project pipeline full. But today, I want to take that conversation deeper. In this episode, I'm sharing how truly powerful these relations
229. The Confidence Myth: Why Years of Experience Aren't Enough
Today's topic hits home for so many designers. It honestly doesn't matter if you're new to construction or you've been around for years. Today, we're talking all about confidence, and specifically that gap between experience and confidence.
228. You Got the Job—Now Lead It
Today's topic is another one that I don't think gets enough coverage or attention, and that's what happens after you get your contract signed. We focus a lot on getting the signed contract, which makes sense because without it, you wouldn't
227. This Wasn't the Plan—But It Became the Purpose
This wasn't my plan. This wasn't even close to my plan. I never set out to build a course, I never set out to be a podcaster. I certainly didn't imagine I'd be coaching designers or building a program like The Designers Edge. But somewhere
226. The Projects Are Out There—Here's How to Price to Win Them
Today, I want to discuss the elephant in the room - and that is the economic unease that we're all feeling, and particularly, how it's impacting our industry. We're going to talk about what's behind the economic unease and how it is impacti
225. The Formula That's Failing Designers
Today, we're going to have a little bit of a wreckoning from something I hear all the time from designers, and it starts something like, "Renee, I use square footage pricing to develop my fees for construction management." Or, sometimes it'
224. 10 Minutes of Magic ≠ Free
If you've ever skipped billing for a "quick" call or job site decision, this episode is your wake-up call! In today's episode, you'll see how those small moments of expertise carry massive value—and why it's time to stop giving them away fo
223. Doing It All—And Getting Paid for Half
Today we're going to talk about something that quietly chips away at your profits, your confidence, and your sanity on construction projects, and that is your unclear role, which affects your bottom line. Join the waitlist for my course her
222. Mercedes Had Experience—Here's What She Still Needed
Today's episode is a really special one. I am joined by Mercedes G Quintanilla, a designer who completed every single lesson inside my course, The Interior Designer's Guide to Construction Management. I actually offered an incentive for the
221. The Leadership You Didn't Know You Had (And How to Use It)
Today we are talking all about leadership. I know this is a skill you've mastered in your decorating projects and it is one you can translate many of the same aspects into construction. In today's episode, I'm breaking this down so you can
220. Stuck and Scrambling? It's Time to Build Your Foundation
Picture this, you're on a construction site, all sorts of hell is breaking loose, you're scrambling for answers, and you're also thinking, 'Oh my god, why didn't I see this coming?' If this feels like you, today's episode is for you! Today
219. The Missing Support for Designers Managing Construction Projects
Today, I want to talk about construction projects from a holistic birds-eye view because the reality is that construction projects are hard, and I don't think I talk enough about the fact that they are challenging and sometimes can come wit
218. The Business of Design & The Power of Process with Katie Decker-Erickson
If you're ready to take your business to the next level, today's episode is for you! I am so excited to have my friend Katie Decker-Erickson on today's episode! Katie began her career in commercial color consulting as a part-time passion pr
217. Listener Favorite: Charging What You're Worth in Interior Design
Today, we are bringing back a listener favorite from Season 5, Episode 177. Charging What You're Worth in Interior Design We talked about the difference is between a hobby and a profession and how it can simply be boiled down to making mone
216. Stop Forcing It: Why Flexibility is the Key to Success
If you have been looking for that one perfect solution in your business - that one right way to be successful in your business, then today's episode is for you! Today, I want to dispel the myth that there is only one right way, one successf
215. Why Designers Struggle with Trades—and How to Fix It
If you're finding your designs are constantly being questioned or dismissed, then today's episode is for you! On any given day, interior designs have a lot to keep track of. Most of us are self-employed so we are not just working in our bus
214. LuAnn Nigara on Leadership, Profitability, and Owning Your Role
I am honored to host LuAnn Nigara today to talk all about leadership in our industry, the struggles and the underlying reasons why stepping into leadership is so critical for the health and profitability of our business. LuAnn Nigara is a c
