EP 412 | Warning Signs: How Interior Designers Spot Trouble Before It’s Too Late with Kimberley Seldon
January 21, 2025
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By the time a business is truly in trouble, the warning signs have usually been flashing for a while. In this solo episode, Kimberley Seldon draws a powerful parallel between her recent experience being evacuated during the LA fires and what happens when interior designers miss early indicators that their business is heading toward trouble.
Kimberley breaks down the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signals designers often overlook—until it feels urgent and overwhelming. From financial visibility to inquiry patterns, this episode reframes preparedness as a leadership skill and shows how paying attention early gives you options instead of panic.
If you want to lead your business proactively instead of reactively, this episode will help you recognize the signs, understand what they mean, and take action before things escalate.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- Why most business crises are preceded by missed warning signs
- How your P&L can serve as an early warning protection system
- Why tracking incoming inquiries is your most important assessment tool
- How to strengthen your business early through client retention and growth
- What to focus on before a situation becomes dire
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