Posts by Melissa Galt

Every interior designer wants to know: Where do I find affluent design clients?  The answer isn’t a hashtag. It’s not in a cold DM or a paid ad. High-end clients aren’t lurking on Houzz or Googling “best designer near me.” Why? Because affluent individuals move in smaller, more curated circles where trust is everything. They…

Feeling stuck at the same revenue year after year, no matter how hard you work? You’re not alone, and you’re not the problem. The reality is, most interior designers hit plateaus. But those who scale beyond them don’t do it by working harder. They achieve multiple six and seven figures by shifting how they lead,…

This year has felt slow for many interior designers and firms. And when projects stall, inquiries dip, and your calendar looks too open, it’s easy to panic. But here’s the truth: slow seasons aren’t failure. They’re an opportunity. Even the best designers (those with talent, reputation, and experience) hit seasons when the pipeline thins out.…

Let’s talk about something most people won’t admit aloud, especially not successful, ambitious interior designers like you. I call it the silent killer of your business. It doesn’t show up as an obvious failure. It doesn’t scream. It whispers. It’s self-doubt. And when you let it go unchecked, it erodes your confidence, caps your creativity,…

Let’s cut through the polite whispers and talk truth: interior design is one of the most financially rewarding and creatively fulfilling careers you can pursue. But only if you stop playing small. If you’re a principal designer with revenues of $300K and feeling stuck, or dreaming of $750K to $1M in sales and unsure how…

Every time an interior design client asks for a discount, or you feel tempted to offer one out of generosity or self-doubt, I want you to pause. Take a breath. And remember this: interior design is the ultimate deal, no discount required. This isn’t a fleeting moment of beauty or a one-season splurge. Your design…

If you’ve ever found yourself scrolling through Instagram or browsing someone else’s website and suddenly questioning your own talent, worth, or success, you’re not alone. I’ve been there. Every designer I’ve coached has been there. That voice that creeps in and says, “You’re not good enough” or “They’ve got it more together than you do.”…

Slow seasons happen to even the most talented designers. Whether it’s your pipeline, your profit, or your inspiration that’s running dry, the instinct is often to hustle harder. You pile on more platforms, post more content, and chase more visibility. But here’s the truth: more is not better when it’s unfocused and frantic. It’s a…

Creating a successful and profitable design business isn’t just about creativity; it’s also about having the right legal protections in place. One of the most critical tools for any designer is your interior design agreement that not only protects your profit but also gives you peace of mind. In this guide, we’ll explore why a…