Posts by Pearl Collective
Putting the Self in Self-Employed
In this podcast, Gail talks with solopreneur and business coach Jeffrey Shaw, author of The Self-Employed Life, host of the Self-Employed Life podcast, and founder of the Self-Employed Business Institute. View the full show notes at: https://gaildoby.com/s5e3-shownotes
Read MoreGet a Bird’s-eye View of Your Business
In this podcast, interior designer Garrison Hullinger, principal, Garrison Hullinger Interior Design, Portland, Oregon, joins Gail and one of the Boardroom Mastermind groups to talk about trends inside and outside the industry that can affect designers’ businesses.
Read MoreGive Me a Break
All work and no rest is a recipe for a meltdown. You owe it to yourself and your business to take some time off now and then to recharge, renew and rebuild your store of resources. That might entail taking care of your physical, mental, emotional, and/or spiritual health. In this podcast, Gail talks with Erin about the sabbatical she took at the end of last year and how it has contributed to her personal and professional growth.
Read MoreCollaborate and Compete – A Winning Formula for Success
Winning is a great feeling. When you land a new project or gain a new client you feel validated. Your work and your talent are valued. You’ve demonstrated that you…
Read MoreWhat You May Not Know About Problem Solving in Business
When it comes to running a business, interior designers have a critical asset that many managers lack—a problem-solving mindset. Doing design is all about solving problems, large and small. So,…
Read MoreIs Your Design Firm Using Video? Here’s Why it Should
We are rapidly becoming a nation of viewers. Industry data indicate that some 245 million Americans regularly view online video content. On average viewers spend 100 minutes a day and…
Read MoreLocal SEO Guide for Interior Designers
These days, even clients who rely more on referrals or word-of-mouth when selecting a designer spend some time online. They scan project images and scope out local firms, whether it’s…
Read MoreDo You Need a Business Plan? To Realize Your Dreams, You Do
I want to encourage you to take a step back from your day-to-day tasks and commitments to spend some quality time thinking about the future of your business. Regardless of…
Read MoreA Little Financial Knowledge Goes a Long Way
One of the biggest financial issues preoccupying many creatives is determining the value of what they’re worth. Curiously, far fewer creatives concern themselves with knowing what their business is worth.…
Read MoreWhy You Shouldn’t DIY Your Marketing
We all know the reasons why some consumers prefer to attempt to do their own home improvements. It’s less expensive. They can do it at their own pace and on…
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