Posts by Melissa Galt

It’s easy to get caught up in a whirlwind of design tasks and activities. However, not all tasks are created equal—some contribute significantly to your profit, while others don’t. Prioritizing profit in design requires you to focus on high-value, profit-driving activities that ensure your business thrives. Here’s how you can identify the tasks that truly…

As an interior designer, you know that creativity thrives in a well-organized environment. However, clutter—whether physical or digital—can stifle your productivity, block new opportunities, and ultimately impede your profits. Clearing space in your office, both physically and digitally, can make way for new clients and help increase interior design business profit. Here’s how to increase…

Running an interior design business can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling multiple projects, clients, and personal commitments. Managing overwhelm in design is often about perception rather than reality. The good news is that there are practical steps you can take to alleviate or even eliminate this feeling. Here are five ways to beat…

Offering something for free might seem like a good way to attract clients, but you may want to reconsider. Using the word “free” in your business undermines the value of your services, and there is a better word choice. Here’s why it’s time to replace the word “free” with “complimentary” and elevate the perceived value…

Ever felt lost in the maze of design decisions, wondering if you’re making the right choices for your clients? As a designer, it is important to embrace your role as a navigator, steering your clients towards the beautiful and functional spaces they dream of. This episode is brimming with insights on how to assert your…

Did you know that there are three actionable ways to guarantee every project that you take on will grow your business? Leveraging client testimonials, referrals, and photography are the best ways to use your prior successes to propel your future ones. Today, I’m deep-diving into each so that you can be more successful with every…

Imagine being able to travel the world, experience new cultures, and still run a thriving interior design business. For my coaching client, Megan Siason, founder of M Studio Interior Design in Southern California, this dream has become a reality. By strategically structuring her business, Megan has managed to integrate her love for travel with her…

As an interior designer, one of the most valuable services you can offer your clients is the ability to uncover the full potential of their home’s interior. My comprehensive and proprietary approach includes conducting a Home Review or Style and Comfort Assessment. This interior design discovery process not only allows you to provide targeted design…