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Run a More Profitable Interior Design Business In Less Time, with Less Stress.

Fast-track your way to better clients, bigger projects, and higher profits-and get back time for living a life you love.

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Run a More Profitable Interior Design Business In Less Time, with Less Stress.

Fast-track your way to better clients, bigger projects, and higher profits-and get back time for living a life you love.

LET'S GET STARTED >>

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It's like having a business coach in your back pocket, an experienced designer who has been there and done that. Join me every week on The Affluent Creative.

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From marketing strategies that are authentic and effective, to the right words to grow your worth, to how to communicate to get everything you want, it's a quick read away.

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Want to make more money AND have more time to enjoy it? All you have to do is tap into the goldmine that's YOUR zone of genius. Let's put your custom plan together.

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Private coaching and VIP days to light a fire under you and ignite your business growth. Create a strategic 90-day marketing plan that has YOU written all over it.

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Energizing keynotes and interactive workshops that invite courageous action and catalyze long-awaited breakthroughs. Get actionable insights from a seasoned expert.

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Intimate group coaching intensives for hitting your revenue goals without the 80-hour workweeks. Feel supported by a community of like-minded designers with shared ambitions and goals.

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I'm Melissa Galt,

YOUR NO-BS INTERIOR DESIGN BUSINESS COACH, SAVVY MARKETING STRATEGIST, SYSTEMS SPECIALIST, AND WORD WIZARD.

When you have a hard time saying "no" and your schedule looks like a hot mess, I help you focus on the right things to hit your revenue goals and design the business you want.

It's absolutely possible to build a thriving interior design practice and still have the freedom to spend quality time with your family and friends (or indulge in design buying trips, if you're like me). I should know because I did it!

Now I'm sharing my hard-won business knowledge and marketing savvy with you.

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See What's Possible

kyonda

"I've been featured in major publications including Elle Décor and WSJ!"

Kiyonda Powell
Kiyonda Powell Design Studio
Washington, DC
Elizabeth-S

"Since Melissa started coaching me last year, I've increased my revenue by 500%!"

Elizabeth Smolcich
Mason and Brass Design Studio LLC
Chicago, IL
ChristinaK

"There is no one like Melissa for interior designers. She's the best in class."

Christina Karras
Christina Karras Design
Los Angeles, California
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"If you're ready to prioritize growth in your business and confidence in your worth, Melissa is the coach for you."

ARIEL SPIVAK & MARISSA SAUER
DESIGN MACS
HOBOKEN, NJ
ADEAS

"Melissa is so dynamic, engaging, and relatable, we wanted more of her."

SERENEA GHOUL & SUMMER ALAEDEEN
ADEAS Interior Design
Cleveland, OH
megan

"Tripled my consultation fee & $20k project fee minimums are my new normal!"

MEGAN SIASON
M STUDIO INTERIOR DESIGN
Long Beach & San Diego, CA 
jenna

"Increased my monthly billable revenues by nearly 40% in just the first month!"

JENNA WEDEMEYER,
JENNA WEDEMEYER DESIGN, INC.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS

RECENT PODCAST EPISODES

053: Unlocking Business Growth with Effective Design Contracts: An In-depth Guide

052: What To Do When Inquiries Aren’t Coming In

051: Your Clients Aren’t Qualified, Take the Lead

050: Where Your Focus Goes, Finances Grow

049: Get Your Team to Get More Done

048: Your Permission Slip to Play (for More Profit)

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The right letter of agreement will outline✍️al The right letter of agreement will outline✍️all stipulations, clauses, and information that you and your client need to set up a positive and professional project timeline. 

✅ Having one is so crucial for a smooth design process, yet creating the right agreement can be overwhelming. 

In today’s episode of The Affluent Creative, I will walk you through my process for what to include in your letter of agreement to protect your profits while providing the clarity and confidence that your clients need.

➡️Listen wherever you find podcasts!
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When client inquiries start to dry up, the kneejer When client inquiries start to dry up, the kneejerk response for many designers is to go straight to panic mode. Economic uncertainties are bound to happen, but they shouldn’t dictate the trajectory of your creative business. 

➡️ What you think about you bring about–and if you’re thinking only about the worst, that is all you’ll see! 

Tune into today’s episode of The Affluent Creative for my strategies for maintaining positivity and stability even in an economic downturn.

🎙️Listen In → Episode 52. 
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In an ever-changing world, understanding how to th In an ever-changing world, understanding how to thrive as a creative in any economy is essential. 

➡️ This week on The Affluent Creative, I am diving into the importance of networking, knowing your numbers, and staying positive when you are faced with an inquiry dry spell. 

Tune in to learn how to navigate economic uncertainty and emerge victorious.

Listen In → Episode 53. 
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🗣️Word of Mouth marketing is limited and unpr 🗣️Word of Mouth marketing is limited and unpredictable particularly when economic uncertainty is happening. 

Igniting reliable marketing engines that run inside your business 24/7/365 is the key to keeping your profit pipeline filled. 

Find out how you can claim your very own marketing scorecard and take charge of your pipeline here.
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➡️ There are 20 Keys to Effective Client Commu ➡️ There are 20 Keys to Effective Client Communication. You’re likely doing over half of them already, but ARE YOU USING ALL OF THEM? 

Check and see by tuning into Episode 34 on the podcast, The Affluent Creative. #linkinbio 
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Do you know how to navigate the challenging world Do you know how to navigate the challenging world of client interactions? 

🎙️Join me on today’s episode of The Affluent Creative where I’m sharing my experiences and tips on standing your ground during fee negotiations, redlining of agreements, and more. 

Learn how to lead the project rather than following the cues from your clients. 

Tune in and elevate your design journey today!

Listen In → Episode 51.
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