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SOCIAL NETWORK SUCCESS TIP: When to Keep It to Yourself!
It has been really interesting on the so-called social networks lately. Personally I prefer to call them business strategic networks because most people are sharing more than “I walked the dog and made dinner” comments. But what I have noticed between the myriad of tiny URL’s to view and the teleclasses and seminars being touted, is…
Melissa is on the Move!
My housewarming was a hit! I rallied a wonderful collection of friends to come up from Atlanta and sprinkled with a few locals and we all had a grand time. I actually did the menu myself with the help of a friend, no caterer. Everyone raved! I look forward to having at least three mountain…
Melissa In The Mountains!
First Snow! Well I had decided to enjoy a quiet and productive week in my mountain retreat and got a dose of real winter weather. Tuesday morning I awoke to total stillness, no birds, no breeze, but a delightful white dusting of snow, enough to coat the decks, freeze the plants (I knew I should…
SOCIAL NETWORK SUCCESS TIP: Make It Personal
Since I am active on Linked In, Facebook, Ecademy, Plaxo, Twitter, and more, I often send and receive invites to connect and to follow. I base my acceptance on the invites on two things, is it a personal invitation, or are they connected to other friends and colleagues. The systems here will let me know…
BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: Are Your Prospects Afraid of You?
I was listening to Karen Fisher of Designer Previews on the Interior Design Summit and she confirmed what I’ve always known; design prospects are often very intimidated no matter what level they are at. Design professionals too often fail to realize that this is a very BIG DEAL! They are coming to us with their…
BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: How Gratitude Can Grow Your Business!
Grow Your Interior Design Business Every morning I wake up and practically pinch myself I am so grateful to be here, alive at this time in history! I live in a beautiful home that I worked hard to earn, I work with talented design professionals to grow their businesses, and I share my talents with…
Melissa Live On The West Coast
Just back from LA! I was the featured designer for Karastan at the Domino Bazaar, a consumer shopping and décor extravaganza touring the nation. It was a lot of fun, and I provided homeowners with lots of fresh ideas to transform their homes and their lives. These events are a great resource for the latest…
The Design Summit is Coming!
Highlands, NC! I am enjoying a productive week of online work, writing, and scheduling engagements all from the comfort of my mountain escape. Next week I head to Atlanta for a non-stop schedule of mastermind meetings, client connections, and green learning. Arm Chair Learning! The Interior Design Summit is coming at the close of October,…
BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: 5 Must-Haves for Every Designer’s Website
I speak with so many design professionals and even retailers and am continually amazed at how many don’t have websites at all, or websites that work for them. I have had a website for my design practice since 1994, and even won awards for its design! My biggest clients have always come through the website.…
Birthday Week!
SEMINARS THIS WEEK! Been busy getting ready for my seminars at the ISH North America Kitchen and Bath Show. I do hope you’ll join us. Lots of great material, strategies and shortcuts, so it’s easy to implement. I’ve always been frustrated by seminars and events I attend that leave me with nothing more than pretty…
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