How To Start An Interior Design Business - 5 things you need to guarantee success
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- Опубліковано 15 лип 2024
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At the beginning, when I wanted to start an interior design business, I thought that I would never get clients without a portfolio or large body of work, a long list of contacts or a lot of money to invest in marketing and equipment to run my business.
The fear of failure held me back more than anything. I was afraid of not making enough money to survive and I wouldn’t leave my job even though I was working long hours in a job that was exhausting and soul destroying.
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Thank you for a very inspiring video, you got me when you said towards the end “stop making excuses for yourself”...”don’t allow fear to hold you back”. I recently finish a Diploma in Interior design and I’m still reluctant and scared to implement what I want to achieve in the design industry. I hope that I will eventually let go of my personal fears and succeed in life.
We all feel fear and we all make excuses. We're human :-) To help you let go of personal fears and succeed you can start by noticing and listening to yourself. Becoming aware of your own thoughts and what makes you feel a certain way is the next step to overcoming your fears. Just watch and listen to your thoughts and feelings. You've already conquered the first step by wanting to let go and wanting to succeed. :-) Congratulations! xx
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. Fear will not stop me from following my interior design dreams!
Thank you for taking the time to write! It really means the world to me!!
Me too
Would just like to express my appreciation for the time & effort put into this. The advise is insanely uplifting and helpful. THANK YOU!
Wow thank you Velice! This video took a long time to get any traction so for a while I thought maybe there was something wrong with it! Thank you so much for taking the time to write! It means the world to me and motivates me to keep going!
Just fantastic content, thank you so much. Will look into your mentor program as well!
Thank you Laura! I'm so grateful that you found the content helpful and also for taking to the time to write! We've just had our first call for our mentorship for this current round and have the most amazing mentees from around the globe. You'll fit right in x
Is the program available for Canadians? Thanks
This video was so helpful! Especially the last point, I’m starting an interior design business at the moment and I couldn’t agree more. Thank you for uploading
I'm really glad to hear it! There is so much confusing information out there that doesn't give you any tangible or useful information, it's really sad! Good luck on your journey, I hope I gave you a head start!
Thank you Jo, your steps are very insightful - I feel like you have been watching over my shoulder! There is so much to take away from this. You should be proud of this video - will need to refer to again as I continue on this Interior Design journey.
Thank you so much for your sweet words Elaine! Making these videos can be very one-sided so it's so nice to get some feedback, thank you! x
Superlative communicator; very direct and informative with a great attitude. No wonder you've built a successful business. Thanks so much for your wisdom and enthusiasm.
Wow, thank you so much! Made my day Elizabeth; thank you!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Jo. Your encouraging words at the end of your video addressed my biggest challenge: the fear of not making enough money. Thank you for helping me to see that fear is innate in each of us, but it can be overcome.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a beautiful comment Linda! I stayed in a job I really hated for way too long because of that same fear. Feel the fear and do it anyway :-) x
very nice presentation Jo and its not for Interior designing but for all sort of business
it was nice to hear your clip
Thank you for taking the time and sharing you knowledge, this is very very helpful.
Thank you for taking the time to write! It really means the world to me and I hope this helped you in some way x
Thank you so much for your candor and insight. I feel I will be referring to this video often, as I take my next steps.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write. Good luck on your journey! Interior design is the best job in the world!
Great ideas...Thanks for sharing
Amazing webinar, thank you so much for sharing these jewels.
Pleasure! Thank you for taking the time to write! Do let me know if there is anything else you'd like me to do a video on!
Wowwwwww the point following 11:00 is so accurate … it’s why I still can’t find a job. I have so many skills, but those are reserved for the ‘senior designer’ and now I have no skills that needed in an entry level job dealing with paperwork and documentations. This channel is amazing! Thank you
If you're looking for work, check out my video about portfolios: ua-cam.com/video/Nfnfstdcy6w/v-deo.html (I was 9 months pregnant so ignore my very tired looking introduction :-) and skip to the section that is relevant for you) Good luck!
Crazy Artist here🤣 This couldn’t have come at a better time, thank you!
I have to fight my inner crazy artist every day, so you're not alone! Business definitely didn't come easily to me, but we can learn anything! Good luck on your journey and thanks for taking the time to write!
Thank you! So inspiration ! I am starting again in a new country and the fears are the biggest stone to move, specially because a lack of confidence in speaking in another language!
I felt the same, but it's just an excuse we tell ourselves. Don't forget that you can use your uniqueness to your advantage. xx
Thank you! So helpful it confirmed the path I am on.
Thank you for taking the time to write! I hope this helped you in some way x
Appreciate you.
This was invaluable to me! 🙏 Thabk you! Also thank you for opening up about your journey and the role that dear played-that really hit home for me and made me see that the thing you fear is not necessarily reality-it’s an excuse, like you said. Thank you so much!
Thank you for taking the time to write Lisa! I'm really glad to know it helped you!! It can feel very one-sided on here sometimes!
Thanks for this webinar. Very helpful and useful tips.
Thank you!
Very helpful video.
I also interiors contractor from Delhi, india 🇮🇳.
Thanks 🙏 for giving information ℹ️ and value
`Absolute pleasure, I'm glad you liked it and that I could help in some way!
I feel the same way you did! I haven’t completed my design program yet, but I know I can do this! I’ve been training my eye for almost 17 years! But you’re right, fear has held me back! I don’t have a lot of money to start and that hinders me too. And not knowing how to market myself. God gave me a talent, and I want to use it! Thank you so much for this video! Just knowing that someone successful like you who once felt this fear to begin, gives me courage!
Oh my goodness Norma! Go and read the email that you sent to me today! Look at the successful designer you have become :-) #proudestmomentever #soinlovewithyou
Thank you i got some great points from your video
Thank you so much for watching! x
You are great! Thanks a lot 🌺
Thank you for taking the time to write!! I hope these videos help you (and the downloadable fact sheets too!)
Great video, very informative. Thank you.
Hope it helped!!
This was amazing, thank you so much!
Thank you so much for taking the tie to write!
I am a interior design student in India banglore ur suggestion are very good tq
Thank you so much!
Great Video!
Thanks!
So helpful......it's my dream to become an interior designer
Follow your heart! AND don't ever give up! x
that is great how you gain much experience.
Thank you - it was many years of hard work but often it doesn't feel like work!
This is a really good webinar
Thank you for taking the time to write! I hope this helped you in some way x
Hi Jo,I just bumped into this channel and am so impressed. Very insightful interior design content. I'm here to stay!💓
That said, I wanted to find out if its advisable to do both consultancy and projects as well as selling the interior design elements/decor pieces at the same time eg furniture, art pieces etc in order to diversify your options and so that one doesn't get to do the same thing every day.
I am a Civil Engineer by profession but currently doing my diploma in interior design and I need to have my goals straight before I finish and start the real work. Much admiration from Kenya and thank you for being you💞
Great question Tess! I teach that having at least two streams/avenues of income (preferably three once you're more established) is important for a balanced business that can withstand economic downturns or hardship and provides enough avenues and variety for work that keeps our role challenging yet interesting. In saying that, the ones you've chosen will be hard to manage on your own, especially as a start-up.
If it's something you're passionate about, I would consider either consultancy and a shop, just a shop (at the beginning) or just projects and consultancies. Running a shop is a full-time business and running projects is a full-time business. Consultancies or small projects (possibly e-designs) are great as you can throw them in between and make great money around your main income. Of course how you do this goes much deeper as it depends on the specific niche and business you're setting up. That's what we do in my program across a few months. I hope this helped guide you for now. Good luck with your course and thank you for taking the time to write!
@@interiordesignschool Thank you so much for the feedback. I needed exactly what you have elaborated. I will be tuned in for more of your upcoming videos/webinars and I know I'll be having a testimony of these wise words and more of your counsel from your content soon. Bless you and stay safe.
Thank you so much for being honest. One day you will see my designs.
Set a date! X
Thankyou very much for the video do you have any videos on architect
Hi there, the process would be the same when starting your business for both as they are quite closely linked in the construction/design fields. I have another video on architectural portfolios - this might help clarify a few things about how to get those first clients and projects if you're in architecture (there's also a blog post with it too: ua-cam.com/video/Nfnfstdcy6w/v-deo.html Hope this helps x
New to Interior Design, but in love and inspired to this industry. Thank you for relating your experience with me (although we don't know each other obviously) I am grateful you have shared your personal successes with me. Thank you!
Thank you for taking the time to write! It really means the world to me and I hope this helped you in some way x
How do you get your first "Yes" from a client? Thanks for the video, it's great and inspiring.
Great question and it's quite an easy answer :-) Confused people never buy. So being confident about what you are offering is key to getting that first yes. Be really clear about what kind of project you want and go get it. (Negotiating is usually part of it too). Clarity is key, good luck Simona!
after 4 year graduation in interior design how we start up our business and what should be first step we have to do to make clients in starting
Hi Atqa. I have written a blog post that may answers your question here: www.idbs.online/becoming-an-interior-designer-should-i-get-a-job-or-work-for-myself/
Thank you so much!
Thank you for watching!
i’m graduating with an architecture degree next week and i really want to start my own interior design business but i don’t know where to start!
Firstly, Congratulations, that is no mean feat! I have so many things to write and reply to this, but I'd be here all day! So here are a few resources and links for you:
www.idbs.online/how-to-build-an-interior-design-or-architecture-portfolio-when-youve-never-had-a-client/
www.idbs.online/how-do-you-get-interior-design-clients-without-a-portfolio/
And of course if you want a step by step system and to be set up to work with your first client in around 90 Days, have a look at our mentorship: www.idbs.online/shop/online-mentorship-interior-design-program/
Hi I really liked the insights you provided. I am interested to start interior design business in one town in India. It is surrounded by many big towns & cities. I am working currently as a Mechanical Design Engineer & has good knowledge in 2D & 3D softwares to generate consumer products 3D models & Drawings. Am I anyway fit into this interior design business? Please suggest me what skills I need to acquire? My biggest worry is how to manage carpentery, electrical work. Can I run this interior design business without knowing carpentery & electrical work? Sorry if you feel my questions are silly. Anyway Grateful to you for your inputs in this video.
Hi Satish! Thank you so much for taking the time to write. I think the confusing thing about interior design is that everyone thinks there is only one way to do it. If you want to include carpentry management into your service, then that's great, but you can make money as an interior designer even if you don't have anything to do with carpentry or electrical work.
Interior design is such a huge field and you already have experience and knowledge in one niche area of it, so why not just start with that and evolve and grow into the interior designer you're dreaming of being?
There is an infinite number of ways to make this interior design career work for you. Make it your own. Don't give up, it's worth every second, good luck!
@@interiordesignschool you words really boosted me up Jo. Thanks for your time. If you don't mind, can I work under you as a free lance designer to make 3D models to learn the actual content?
Thank you im inspired
Pleasure I could help in any way. It's a fantastic career, don't get put off by all the crazies!
@@interiordesignschool i will really appreciate your support. I want to begin this journey of interior design,self taught and your video is very helpful.
@@fifipats9092 The best way is to just start! Say yes to every project (get paid for them) and keep going. And don't forget to enjoy every step!
@@interiordesignschool Youre simply the best
Great webinar! I have a question: if I didn’t finish my course yet but I have over 5 years experience running my own projects and have a lot of site experience, can I call myself an interior designer? Thank you .
Hi Ana, in 99% of locations, yes, you can call yourself an interior designer. If you're in Peurto Rico, Nova Scotia in Canada (I think Saskatchewan as well) and a couple of states in the US (also Malaysia I think!) that have whats called a "practise act" then no. I would check this video as well: ua-cam.com/video/cWOPF8stdFs/v-deo.html Hope this helps and well done for following your dream!
@@interiordesignschool i’ve just watched another video that explained that. Really enjoying your videos. Thank you
@@anatrofin8027 It's a pleasure! If you need other resources, let me know x
Very useful video. I am from Sri Lanka. I would like to join your 90 day course. Will this apply to our coutry also? I have a very tight schedule with my work and children I'm afraid whether I can manage my personal life and the course. Please let me know.
Madhuka! I'm replying to comments and here you are :-) As you know, yes it applies to Shri Lanka and anywhere else in the world. Sending you love across the seas my friend xx
@@interiordesignschool I highly recommend your course Jo.
@@madhukawijesingheinteriors Thank you so much Madhuka!!! Sending you love to Shri Lanka. I hope you are doing well? xxxxx
@@interiordesignschool Thanks Jo. Yes I''m fine.Hope you and Darius are keeping well.
I'm a great decorator, and I've been known my whole life for my great style and decor.
However, it costs a lot of money to decorate the way I do, and my fear is that I won't make enough money to make it worth the time, trouble, stress and effort of the projects.
I don't know anybody who has money.
I live in an everage, .middle-class city, and I don't know anybody who has enough money to hire Interior Designers & Decorators.
How do I find clients who can pay me enough to make all the work worth my effort?
I just Graduated as an Interior Architecture Designer with a 4yr degree course. Now see, I always wanted to do start something of my own and since I graduated I am really confused with should I go for a job for like a year, for experience or should I just start working as a freelancer and eventually go in the business. Really confused your opinion will surely help.
Hi Ayush.I'm glad you asked and for each person it really is different but I can see that your end goal is to work for yourself so I would suggest getting straight out there and growing with your projects. The only time I would suggest this not to be right, however, is if you want to work on commercial projects, work in a team or if you are still in your early twenties.
You know what's super creepy? I was writing a blog post answering your question when you were writing this question under this video! If you want a more detailed answer, have a read of my blog post that magically seemed to have been written for you :-)
Here is the link: www.idbs.online/becoming-an-interior-designer-should-i-get-a-job-or-work-for-myself/
I'd love to know what decision you make!
@@interiordesignschool Hey, Thankyou for writing back.
And I will surely read the blog. I just saw it and indeed the timing was really weired (lucky me),
And I get the point you mentioned here in the comment but am still not sure, I was just wondering if it's at all possible to get your email add., I actually wants to explain the situation I am in right now and need the guidance I am really lost.
@@interiordesignschool I know I am taking too much of your time from your packed schedule but I genuinely need the right guidance.
@@AyushGulati If you post your question here, it will no-doubt help others in the same situation as you (I find others can really relate - that's why I run group programs as we all learn things we didn't even know from each other) and therefore I would be happy to help you if you post your question here. Have a great day!
This is irritating. I just sat down to write a whole post. OK, here goes...
I' have several questions. I'm interested in doing Interior Design as a part-time job and have been doing a lot of research. I found out about the Interior Design Institute which offers what i want to do. The course lasts for 6 months and is accredited by the CID. Besides the CID, are there any other professional bodies i need to make sure the course is accredited by? I read somewhere the course should be recommended by BIID, but due to time and financial constraints, i don;t want to commit to anything that lasts for more than a year.
As someone who has no previous knowledge of Interior Design, is it advisable to jump straight into freelance work OR should i gain some work experience?
Hi there! Thank you so much for taking the time to write and for asking such great questions. I thought your question deserved a proper answer so I decided to do a video and write a blog post to help answer your question. I'm sorry it took longer than expected! You can read it here: www.idbs.online/whats-the-best-course-to-do-to-become-an-interior-designer/
@@interiordesignschool thank you so so much for taking the time to answer my question, I really appreciate it! I thought you'd ignored it!
@@chantellea9938 No way! Once I started writign it was like a can of worms. It got bigger and bigger.
Wanting to go to school for this but math is my weakest subject ☹️ was the math hard during school?
My math was not that great either! Don't be scared away because of what others say. I wasn't very good at maths but I am great at design and the maths that I need is relevant to what we do as designers so it makes sense to me and so I'm good at that part! All you need to understand is how to measure and how to count. The rest a computer program can help you with :-) Hope that helps x