One thing I've noticed a lot on meeting recently is. People trying to be too clever. Starting with even just their photograph, yeah, and people being sort of really took posy in arty and the only thing you want to keep it simple. Somebody's coming to going to your profile, they wanna know it's you and they wanna see you and they wanna make contact with you. And the way to do that is to have a simple photograph. You're looking at the lens. Yeah, when you're making eye contact. Because if you meet somebody face to face, you make eye contact with them. And that's how you start to build trust. If you're if you're thinking photos, but you look at the sky. Or it's not even got your head in it at all. It's so far back. We're so dark you can't see it. How are you gonna make eye contact? So I'm starting, starting this week. I'm on my business newsletter. I'm doing a whole weekly series of posts about going back to basics. And the first was think about your father. Building docks on there and yeah yeah, just keep give it some thought. You want people to engage with you you need to be engaging with them Think about you know if you look at your profile, I think if I if I were somebody over you know when I look at this profile I think yes, I will contact you make this personally you and say maybe not yeah so be self critical. I have a look so that's that's my LinkedIn tip is to go back to first principles and think about how you're coming across on. If you're interested in series in, sign up for my leads business newsletter and you'll get a weekly check on going back to the basics and you want marketing tips, sign up for my marketing clarity on my personal profile and that's got weekly. So there you go. Thanks, Adam.
What a great meet up and chance to network and meet new people in the area - thank you for organising and sharing space and knowledge
Penny PlimmerBill Moulsdale - this was my local one 😊
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Shit happens.
If you're renovating or furnishing an entire house, expect that at some point to run into shipping damages or defects.
The perk of working with an interior designer is that they will navigate the claims process, return shipping and delivery coordinations for replacements for you.
A good designer is more than a creative visionary, they’re your support system and peace of mind insurance.
Life’s too short to DIY the headaches of a large project. When you have a good team, they will move mountains to make you happy.
Playing good cop/bad cop is just part of ensuring the best white glove experience possible for our clients.
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"Why do we need this?"
Some things take time and everything can't happen suddenly.
Especially, in my industry I feel patience is so important to turn our client's dreams into reality.
From choosing materials to planning the design, structuring, constructing, and interior planning, understanding the client's needs....Everything needs patience.
It gives me to think deeply about the designs, to make it more creative, unique and to give innovative solutions.
Being patient and seeing the final outcome always gives me a special kind of feeling.
It's important for us to be patient in our work because it helps us feel more relaxed and focused. Rushing through it can lead to mistakes and an unsatisfactory outcome.
So, Be Patient!
We’ve Been asked many times how we get started on a new project . we always try to visit the client’s existing site 1st.and asked to shown around That generally tells us a great deal about the client. We can then see their personal choices, styles , and color schemes. Our next set of questions is what don’t you like or what is not working well. That generally opens the communication gap between client & designer to start a smooth transition. perfect 👍 different ideas styles suggestions, concepts colors and the needs and wants emerge. by now things have warmed up between the parties where both are comfortable asking different questions. . monies will also be discussed and what can be expected to be Accomplished within that price point. If all are in agreement. Contracts will be signed and then we’ll get moving immediately. keeping everything on a comfortable level fully transparent with completely honest answers and accountability. We deliver your beautiful project .
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Who has more value on a deserted island?
a) Carpenter
b) Fisherman
c) Interior Designer
The obvious answers would be a & b.
Shelter and food are necessities for survival.
But what if an interior designer could perfectly curate an environment which positively improves mood?
Over a long period of time, that could yield a bigger return.
Besides, fishing could be learnt.
This is the simplest way to think about our environments.
Co-Working spaces
Shopping malls
Restaurants
High streets
Homes
Gyms
The demand for convenience and revenue comes at the cost of humanity.
If we were to redesign your local high-street with the intention to positively improve mood, what could the impact be?
Less crime?
More smiles?
Healthier people?
Greater social connection?
Makes you think, doesn’t it.
Interior design company heads face huge challenges every day 🎯. Projects pile up, revisions never end, and the wrong clients drain time and energy ⚡. As the days go by, the pressure increases, and business owners find themselves in a whirlwind of trying to please everyone without the financial return that reflects the amount of effort 💼.
Instead of enjoying expanding their business or investing time in creating new projects 🎨, they find themselves drowning in pleasing clients who don’t understand the true value of interior design 😔. The result? Constant exhaustion and declining profits 📉.
In light of this constant challenge and increasing competition 🏁, there are always smart solutions to overcome these obstacles and attract the ideal clients 👌. The important thing is not only in increasing the work, but in how to reach the people who truly appreciate what you offer ✨.
I do 2 things:
Provide a hands-free, end-to-end portfolio-building service for our clients.
However, if that’s not for you…
2. I work with private investors and give them a minimum of 10% return on their investment.
Your creativity helped guide you to the field of interior design. It is a critical skill that makes us excellent problem solvers. It is also one of the fuels for The Brand of You. Nurturing your creativity will help you adapt to changes along your career journey.
How do you keep your creative juices flowing? Do you need to take action to reignite your creative spark?
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SEVEN DEADLY SINS OF INTERIOR DESIGN
3/7 Superficiality (final sin of the designer)
Some less successful designers take only a surface approach to design, thinking not so much about the client and instead using the same colours, and readily available products.
But every design project should start as a blank canvas and with no pre-conceptions.
Here’s how you can make your clients feel seen and understood, and create homes that are perfectly tailored, long-lasting, and deeply personal spaces:
Taking the brief: ask wide-ranging and probing questions, practise active listening, analyse the transcript carefully and provide a succinct and clear report on the direction given. Reference the brief whenever possible (in particular during presentations), ‘as you said in the brief,…’. And use the brief to prevent deviations and distractions, to keep the project focused.
Living rituals: interest yourself deeply in the daily, weekly, monthly, and annual habits of the household, each occupant, and each room. How is each space used on a Monday morning, on a Sunday evening? In what ways does their home fail to support their habitual needs?
Bespoke detailing: every project is a blank canvas, what meaningful personalisations (not frivolous flourishes) can you build into a project to remind your clients over time and through regular use, that you really understood their needs and preferences?
Next instalment moves on to the sins of the client !)
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3moWhat a great meet up and chance to network and meet new people in the area - thank you for organising and sharing space and knowledge Penny Plimmer Bill Moulsdale - this was my local one 😊