The "Take Every Project" Trap: Why Busy Doesn't Mean Profitable

The "Take Every Project" Trap: Why Busy Doesn't Mean Profitable

The "Take Every Project" Trap: Why Busy Doesn't Mean ProfitableMichelle Lynne
Published on: 03/07/2026

If you've been caught in the cycle of taking every project that comes your way, you're not alone. But it's a trap that keeps many talented designers working harder while earning less. Because being booked is not the same as being profitable.

Mindset
Should Interior Designers Work With Friends and Family?

Should Interior Designers Work With Friends and Family?

Should Interior Designers Work With Friends and Family?Michelle Lynne
Published on: 05/06/2026

Maybe your cousin is building a new home. Your best friend just purchased a fixer-upper. Your sister is finally ready to renovate her kitchen. But before you say yes, it's worth taking a closer look at what these projects often cost beyond the fee.

Mindset
You Have a Standards Problem

You Have a Standards Problem

You Have a Standards ProblemMichelle Lynne
Published on: 05/05/2026

If your project feels harder than it should, the issue may not be finding new clients.

Systems & Processes
What’s Actually Working Right Now to Get Interior Design Clients

What’s Actually Working Right Now to Get Interior Design Clients

What’s Actually Working Right Now to Get Interior Design ClientsMichelle Lynne
Published on: 01/04/2026

What’s happening right now isn’t a you problem—it’s a market shift. And the designers who are still booking consistently aren’t necessarily doing more marketing… They’re doing different types of marketing on purpose.

Sales & Marketing