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Why core values are so important to your company, and what our 5 are The reason everyone refers to a company’s values as ‘core’, is because they are the very foundations of your identity as a business.   Your core values are the root of who you are, what you...

The Pros and Cons of the four best project management softwares for Interior Designers When it comes to choosing a project management software you want something that’s: Easy to use Does everything you could dream of Looks good and feels good…you are designers...

Why you need a good bookkeeper for your design business (and to work with us) I’ve had the conversation a few times. “Before we can work together, you need to have a good bookkeeper”.  It’s nothing against you, promise. We may be a good fit for each other on many...

Common misconceptions in your design business Dr. Ralf Speth, CEO of  Jaguar Land Rover, once said: “If you think good design is expensive, you should look at the cost of bad design.”  I’m sure you’ve seen first-hand how bad design can ruin a room. Whether it’s...

5 WAYS TO ENSURE YOUR DESIGN BUSINESS THRIVES Why is it that some interior designers are more successful than others? Of course, financial acumen and hiring a team of experts helps. But is there more? Is there a way to ensure your business profits and thrives year...

Choosing an accountant for your design business Here’s a comment I often hear from interior designers… “I spend more time paying bills, entering transactions in Quickbooks and filing sales tax reports than I do actually working on design projects.”  Time is our most...

Knowing Your Numbers: The Importance of Accounting for Designers You’ve heard the depressing statistic … nearly eight out of 10 small businesses fail within 18 months. The silver lining? Your business doesn’t have to fail, and it won’t – as long as you avoid common...

How Designers Can Handle Sales Tax Without Losing Their Minds There are no two ways around it: sales tax is a huge PITA. It’s one of the biggest frustrations for interior designers and a challenge I discuss at least a few times a week. I’d love to decode it for you in...

How Wickedly Effective Workflow Makes Your Design Business More Successful Have you ever wondered how some business owners seem to have it all? A thriving business, a constant stream of clients, referrals through the roof and the kicker – the time and money to take an...

Tax Savings Designers Use to Save Big Regardless of how much money you make, paying taxes is always a drag. Avoiding your taxes, though? That’s pain on an entirely different level. When I work with clients, my main goal is to help them save money on their taxes and...