Posts by Melissa Galt

Running a successful interior design business takes a lot of energy and dedication. But in the process of serving clients and managing your team, it’s easy to forget about the most important asset in your business—you. In this guide, we’ll discuss why taking care of yourself is crucial for the success of your business and…

If you’re feeling frustrated because your interior design profits aren’t where you want them to be, it might be time to examine how trying to save money could actually be costing you more in the long run. Let’s dive into why being cheap is killing your profits and how you can make smarter investments in…

Feeling like you’re on a constant roller coaster with your business’s cash flow? It’s time to take control and build a solid pipeline of quality clients who are eager to work with you. In this guide, we’ll explore proven strategies, including effective lead generation for designers, to keep your interior design profit pipeline full and…

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by attracting the wrong type of clients or wondered how to zero in on those who truly value your work, it’s time to make a change. We’ll walk through how to define and identify your ideal hot and buying client. These are the clients who not only need your services…

If you’ve ever felt like you’re not getting the clients you deserve, it might be time to examine how you could be unintentionally hiding in your business. Discover what steps you can take to stop hiding in your business and start getting hired by your ideal clients. Perfectionism: The Trap That Keeps You Hidden Perfectionism…

Feeling like there’s never enough time to get everything done is a common struggle. Let’s explore how you can take control of your schedule, reclaim your time, and ultimately boost your interior design business by mastering interior design time management.  Understanding Time as a Resource Time is a human construct and, unlike money, it’s our…

If you’ve ever felt undervalued in your creative work, this post is for you. We’re going to explore why it’s essential to recognize your true worth and how to ensure your pricing reflects the unique value you bring to your clients through value-based pricing for creatives. You Are One-of-a-Kind As a creative professional, you possess…

If you’ve ever felt like you’re following someone else’s dream instead of your own, this post is for you. Let’s dive into how I discovered my true passion for interior design and how that journey can inspire you to carve out your own path in the creative industry, or even pursue an interior design career.…