BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Business of Design ® - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Business of Design ® X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://businessofdesign.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Business of Design ® REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20260312T151706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T134359Z UID:129223-1776171600-1776175200@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:Beyond the Budget | Presented by Daniel House Club DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Budget: Designing Profit\, Value\, and Authority in Your Interior Design Business\nWhat if budgeting less—and thinking bigger—was the key to better design and better profits? \nIn this dynamic 1-hour webinar\, Kimberley Seldon\, founder of Business of Design®\, brings together three powerful ideas every interior designer needs to master today: specifying with confidence\, leveraging vendor partnerships\, and building a business model that doesn’t rely solely on design fees. \nYou’ll learn how to move beyond price-driven decisions and instead propose the best solutions for your clients—solutions that elevate your brand\, deepen client trust\, and improve profitability. Kimberley will also unpack how strategic vendor relationships can reduce your workload while increasing margins\, and why successful designers stop waiting for permission and start setting the terms of their business. \nPresented in partnership with Daniel House Club\, this webinar is for designers who are ready to stop playing small\, step into authority\, and design businesses that work as beautifully as the spaces they create. \nDate: April 14\nTime: 1:00 – 2:00 pm EST\nFormat: Live 1-hour webinar\nLed by: Kimberley Seldon\, Business of Design®\nIn partnership with: Daniel House Club \nBy the end of this webinar\, you will be able to: \n\nSpecify with confidence\, not fear\nLearn how to recommend the best products and solutions—without defaulting to the lowest price—and why this strengthens both your designs and client relationships.\nElevate your role from order-taker to trusted expert\nDiscover how to go beyond the brief and guide clients toward what they truly need\, even when they can’t articulate it themselves.\nIncrease profitability through smarter vendor partnerships\nSee how working in harmony with key vendors can save time\, reduce stress\, and improve margins—without doing more work.\nBuild a business model that doesn’t rely on fees alone\nUnderstand why design fees are only part of the picture\, and how successful designers take control by setting the terms and structuring for profit.\nDesign a business that supports your life—not the other way around\nLearn how clarity\, authority\, and alignment lead to more sustainable success.\n\nREGISTER NOW URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/beyond-the-budget-presented-by-daniel-house-club/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BusinessofDesign_KimberleyLifestyle_0325-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20260224T185254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T134606Z UID:129068-1774443600-1774447200@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:Launch Projects Like a Boss | Presented by DesignFiles DESCRIPTION:Do your projects start strong… but slowly drift off track? \nThe way you launch a project determines everything that follows. \nIt’s time to get organized\, start each project smoothly\, and move forward on a clear path.\nJoin us on March 25 at 10am PT / 1pm ET for a free live workshop with Kimberley Seldon of Business of Design®\, where we’ll break down how to launch projects like a boss—from the very first consultation to confident invoicing. \nYou’ll learn: \n✅ How to outperform your typical consultation experience and convert more clients\n✅ How to perfect your sales technique so it naturally leads to new business\n✅ Kimberley’s tried-and-true system for organizing billable hours and invoicing\n✅ How to develop confidence using physical techniques from the world’s best coaches \nWe’ll also have time for live Q&A\, so bring your questions. \nThis event is for interior designers who are ready to stop undercharging\, stop second-guessing\, and start running projects with clarity and control.\nJoin us live and take your business to the next level. \nADD THIS EVENT TO YOUR CALENDAR URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/designfiles/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Launch-Projects-Like-a-Boss–Event-Image–1200x628.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20260128T172939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T184725Z UID:128859-1773838800-1773842400@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Monthly Coaching DESCRIPTION:As a BOD™ Member\, you have 24/7 access to learning\, now it’s time to implement for results. \nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design® programs\, our monthly BOD™ Live coaching sessions will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \n\n\nBecome a Member to participate. \n  \nFOR MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE: \n\nMark your calendar.\nWatch your inbox for email reminders.\nSign into your Member Dashboard to join.\n\n  \nNot able to join us live?  \nMembers can submit a question in advance and it will be answered live on the call. \nBOD™ Live Coaching calls are recorded and available for a limited time. \nCheck your member dashboard for future coaching dates. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-coaching/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/BOD™-Live-Meetings-Web_Cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260129T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260129T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20260101T140052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T181057Z UID:127961-1769691600-1769695200@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:5 Profit Moves You Can’t Afford to Ignore DESCRIPTION:Free 1-Hour Webinar — January 29\, 2026 \nAre you working harder than ever\, but not seeing it in your bank account? Enough already. \nIn this powerful\, one-hour training\, you’ll discover five proven strategies to increase your profit without chasing more clients\, adding more projects\, or working longer hours. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n✅ How to increase profit without increasing revenue \n✅ Ways to use AI and smart systems to save time while delivering the same value \n✅ Why selling and charging a premium for your consultation is the key to profitability \n✅ How to view employees as revenue generators\, not expenses \n✅ The hidden power of supplier discounts—and how to negotiate them now \nThis isn’t theory. These are practical\, real-world steps you can start applying immediately to protect your bottom line and build the business you deserve. \n👉 Reserve your free seat today and join us live on January 29\, 2026. \nSeats are free but the lessons you’ll learn are extremely profitable—don’t wait. \n\n  \nThis webinar is closed. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/5-profit-moves/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Free-Webinar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260121T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260121T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20260105T141309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T141309Z UID:128727-1769000400-1769004000@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Monthly Coaching for Members DESCRIPTION:As a BOD™ Member\, you have 24/7 access to learning\, now it’s time to implement for results. \nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design® programs\, our monthly BOD™ Live coaching sessions will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \n\n\nBecome a Member to participate. \n  \nFOR MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE: \n\nMark your calendar.\nWatch your inbox for email reminders.\nSign into your Member Dashboard to join.\n\n  \nNot able to join us live?  \nMembers can submit a question in advance and it will be answered live on the call. \nBOD™ Live Coaching calls are recorded and available for a limited time. \nCheck your member dashboard for future coaching dates. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-monthly-coaching-jan-2026/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/BOD™-Live-Meetings-Web_Cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251217T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20250506T134504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T194451Z UID:126977-1765976400-1765980000@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Monthly Coaching DESCRIPTION:As a BOD™ Member\, you have 24/7 access to learning\, now it’s time to implement for results. \nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design® programs\, our monthly BOD™ Live coaching sessions will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \n\n\nBecome a Member to participate. \n  \nFOR MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE: \n\nMark your calendar.\nWatch your inbox for email reminders.\nSign into your Member Dashboard to join.\n\n  \nNot able to join us live?  \nMembers can submit a question in advance and it will be answered live on the call. \nBOD™ Live Coaching calls are recorded and available for a limited time. \nCheck your member dashboard for future coaching dates. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-monthly-coaching/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BOD_Live_1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251021T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251021T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20251001T125357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T181758Z UID:127884-1761051600-1761055200@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:Get on Track: 3 Shifts to Attract\, Qualify\, and Profit DESCRIPTION:Free 1-Hour Webinar — October 21 \n⚡ Here’s the truth: most design projects don’t go off the rails halfway through — they derail before the project even begins. The wrong clients\, unclear expectations\, weak systems\, and underpriced services create chaos before you’ve even booked the consultation. \nThat’s why the most successful designers (our BOD™ community) run their projects with the precision of a well-oiled steam engine. Everything is engineered to entice ideal clients board at the start of the process\, and then\, it’s so efficient and streamlined that those clients stay on until the very last stop—a finished project\, ready to photograph. \nIn this free\, one-hour training\, you’ll learn 3 strategic shifts that will change the way you attract\, manage\, and get paid by clients. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n🚫 Shift #1: Stop Chasing the Wrong Clients \nLearn how to prequalify leads before they ever hit your inbox\, so you spend zero time on tire-kickers\, bargain-hunters\, or anyone who isn’t your ideal client. \n🎯 Shift #2: Eliminate Unclear Expectations \nDiscover how to use a structured\, paid consultation to set boundaries\, define deliverables\, and establish yourself as the expert and authority from day one. \n💰 Shift #3: Replace Underpriced Services with Premium Expertise \nWeak pricing sends the wrong signal. Learn how to confidently charge premium fees that reflect your value\, while weeding out clients who don’t respect your process. \nSeats are free but limited. Don’t miss your chance to get on board the BOD™ train — and stay on track to success. \n👉 Reserve your free seat today and join us live on October 21. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/get-on-track/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Train-to-Success.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250527T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250527T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20250331T170339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T140636Z UID:126683-1748347200-1748354400@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:WEBINAR | Project Management\, a Legal Path to Compliance DESCRIPTION:Interior Designers as Project Managers. Brought to you by Business of Design® and attorney Wendy Estela. \nYes\, there is a legal path to billing clients for project management. At last! \nAttorney Wendy Estela will give you the specific contract language you can use to protect yourself when you provide project management for your clients.  \nIn this seminar\, you will hear how Kimberley navigates project management with her clients in Los Angeles and Toronto. You will also hear from Wendy Estela how you can remain legally compliant while providing this essential service. \nIf you’ve always wanted to provide project management for clients\, but were reluctant for any reason\, then this is the seminar for you. \nIf you currently provide project management to clients\, but wonder if you have the right language for your contract\, then this is the seminar for you. \nAttendees will receive a checklist and a process to follow that will allow you to run your projects logically\, efficiently\, and profitably. \nDATE | Tuesday\, May 27th\, 2025\nTIME | 12:00 – 2:00 pm EST\nFORMAT | Live webinar + Q&A \nThis is a must-attend for interior design professionals who: \n\ncurrently provide (or want to offer) project management\nwant to take the lead on projects\nneed legal advice on compliance\nwant to confidently hire essential trades on behalf of clients\nwant to implement BOD™’s method of project management\nneed to reach the next level of profitability in your business\nwork in multiple locations or jurisdictions\n\n\n\nWe’ll break it down\, give you the facts\, and make sure you leave with a clear action plan. \nAttendees will leave with: \n\nThe legal language required to take on project management\nA checklist to ensure you have all your bases covered\nA more robust path to profitability\n\nREGISTER NOW \nRegular Price | $695\nMember Price | $395 (Save $300) \nGET YOUR TICKET\n*Not yet a member? Add Business of Design® Membership to your cart to save $300 on this webinar. \nDisclaimer: This information is educational in nature and not legal advice. Designers should consult with a qualified attorney familiar with construction and design law in their specific jurisdiction before implementing these approaches. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-project-management/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Course_Project_Management.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250307T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250307T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20250221T232111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T232226Z UID:126391-1741348800-1741356000@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:DesignPro Session at Pacific Design Center\, CA DESCRIPTION:CEU: Business of Design® Launch Projects like a Boss\n\n\n\n\nThis lunch and learn CEU session lead by Designer and Business Consultant\, Kimberley Seldon\, is for the highly motivated design professional who is worn out from squabbling with clients. \n\nFinally\, a forum where you can get solid information and professional coaching about dealing with any challenges and hurdles. Are you finished working for free or haggling over fees? Are you done with defending your hourly rate? It’s time to get organized\, start each project with precision and move forward on a linear path that leads to success. Take your business to the next level. \n0.1 CEU | Lunch will be provided. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n—Develop confidence with physical techniques used by the world’s best coaches. \n—Out perform your typical consultation experience. \n—Perfect your sales technique as it leads to new customers. \n—Learn Kimberley’s own tried-and-true system for organizing billable hours and invoicing your clients. \n—Q&A: Ask your questions. Harness the power of business coaching. \n  \nWHEN + WHERE\nFriday\, March 7 from 12-2 PM at Baker | McGuire\, Suite B-525 \nA donation to LA CAN DO Soft Landing Project is suggested. \n\nGET YOUR TICKET URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/designpro-session-at-pdc/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DesignPro-Sessions-PDC.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250124T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250124T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20241205T164638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T164638Z UID:125553-1737716400-1737720000@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:IDS Toronto 2025 | Business of Design® Run Your Business DESCRIPTION:You’re not imagining it. Interior design is a complex\, complicated\, and challenging career choice. That’s ok\, you’re not afraid of hard work\, but despite your best efforts\, you’re nowhere near where you thought you’d be by now. Some of you graduated from design school and even with the best education available\, you were not taught the fundamentals of running a successful interior design firm. Others have worked for years\, even decades and still don’t have the essential systems\, procedures\, protocols\, and strategies required to run a successful business. Until now\, that is. \nIn this seminar\, Kimberley will teach you how can: \n\nenjoy all the perks of business ownership\, including profitability\nsatisfy all your clients and generate repeat and referral business\nattract ideal clients with juicy projects grow staggering profits that lead to independent wealth\nimplement policies and procedures that guarantee you get paid\ncreate a standardized contract that works for every project\nhire the right people and learn to delegate effectively\nconfidently manage clients\, trades and a team\nfinally become the expert you were meant to be\n\nMake Business of Design® part of your success story. \nNote: This session is being submitted for OAA\, ARIDO and IDCEC accreditation. \nLearn more at www.interiordesignshow.com. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/ids-toronto-2025-business-of-design-run-your-business/ CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/BusinessofDesign_KimberleyLifestyle_0214-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241218T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241218T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20241112T170656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T151326Z UID:125189-1734526800-1734530400@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE Coaching DESCRIPTION:It’s time to implement for results in 2025. \nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design® programs\, our monthly BOD™ Live coaching sessions will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \n\n\nBOD™ LIVE Coaching\, please join BOD™ Membership. \n\n\n  \nTO PARTICIPATE: \n\nMark your calendar.\nWatch your inbox for email reminders.\nSign into your Member Dashboard to join.\n\n  \nNot able to join us live?  \nMembers can submit a question in advance and it will be answered live on the call. \nBOD™ Live Coaching calls are recorded and available for a limited time. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-coaching-dec-2024/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/BOD_Live_3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20241011T185033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T185033Z UID:124898-1732107600-1732111200@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Sales & Marketing DESCRIPTION:At this month’s BOD Live Member Meeting\, we are joined by marketing expert\, Vanessa McQuade\, to learn How to Make Sales & Marketing Generate Profit.  \nIn today’s competitive landscape\, the fusion of sales and marketing is essential for driving profitability. This session will focus on the 3 musts of marketing & sales: creating a world-class website\, generating qualified leads\, and establishing a professional sales process. Participants will learn how a well-designed website can enhance customer experience and conversion rates\, effective lead generation tactics to attract the right audience\, and strategies to streamline the sales process for maximum efficiency. \nBy the end of the session\, attendees will leave with practical tools to align their sales and marketing efforts\, boosting revenue and fostering sustainable growth in their organizations. Join us to transform your sales and marketing into a powerful profit-generating engine! \n\n\nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n  \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, November 20th @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\n  \nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-sales-and-marketing/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Vanessa-Headshot-cropped.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241027T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241027T233000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240807T142633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T143224Z UID:124267-1730019600-1730071800@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:HIGH POINT MARKET | Financials & Profits: Trick or Treat? 👻 DESCRIPTION:High Point Market | Theodore Alexander\nSunday\, October 27th at 9 – 11:30 am\nJoin us on October 27 for a spooktacular panel with Kimberley Seldon of Business of Design®\, Alex Spalding of Daniel House Club\, Kimberly Powell of Zena\, and Heather Ferreras-Tokan of Tokan Interiors. They’ll share how to banish the financial fears haunting interior designers and turn them into realities of profitability and confidence. \nArrive between 9:00 – 9:30 AM for coffee and light breakfast to start your morning. The panel kicks off at 10:00 AM\, followed by a champagne service. At 11:15/11:30 AM\, enjoy a guided showroom tour of Theodore Alexander and return for a delicious lunch. \nYou’ll leave with these key learnings: \n\nConquer your fears and understand that it’s essential to know your numbers and it’s OK to be profitable!\nFace those tech and logistics phantoms by embracing new tools and resources.\nDiscover the must-have tools to give you confidence and run a smooth and profitable business.\nLearn how outsourcing and hiring can expand your capacity and get rid of overwhelm.\nUse industry resources to manage your business more effectively.\nExplore extra revenue opportunities to avoid financial instability.\n\nDon’t let financial fears haunt you – turn your business nightmares into profitable realities. Banish insecurities\, uncover financial success tricks\, and enjoy the treats of a more profitable interior design business. \nWhere: Theodore Alexander\, 229 W. Russell Ave. in Russell & Green. Shuttle Stop 13 (Green Line). \n\nArrive between 9:00 – 9:30 AM for coffee and light breakfast to start your morning.\n10:00 AM the panel kicks off followed by a champagne service.\n11:15/11:30 AM enjoy a guided showroom tour of Theodore Alexander and return for a delicious lunch.\n\nRESERVE YOUR SEAT\n  \nIn Partnership with:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/financials-profits-trick-or-treat/ CATEGORIES:Market Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Email-promo-600x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241026T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241026T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240325T172717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T153512Z UID:122749-1729936800-1729962000@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:HIGH POINT MARKET | Celebrating 20 Years of Business of Design® DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 20 years of Business of Design® with Kimberley Seldon\nJoin Kimberley and Team BOD™ at High Point Market on Saturday\, October 26th to celebrate 20 years of Business of Design®. We have a full day of learning and laughing in partnership with Andmore\, High Point Market\, and Daniel House Club. \nSave the date! You don’t want to miss out. \nYou must register with High Point Market to attend these events. \n  \nSEMINAR SERIES presented by Daniel House Club\n10:00 am | Business of Design® Ignore the Budget. Specify Better Products. \nHosted by Four Hands (Showplace – 4101\, Floor 4)  \n\nBuild your brand and wow your clients.\nPropose the best option\, not the least expensive one.\nGo beyond the brief. Sometimes clients don’t know what they need.\n\n11:00 am | Business of Design® Growing Profitability with Vendors \nHosted by SUNPAN (Showplace – 1200\, 1650\, Floor 1) \n\nWork less\, by relying on the expertise of key vendors.\nGrow profitability by working in harmony with vendors.\n\n12:00 pm | Business of Design® Design Fees are Not Enough \nHosted by etuHOME (IHFC – IH410\, Commerce\, Floor 1) \n\nYou’re the boss. You set the terms.\nBuild a profitable business model.\n\n  \nBusiness of Design® 20/20 Vision. Be the Expert.\nKeynote Presentation presented by Andmore at the Suites at Market Square\n3:00 pm | Kimberley Seldon \nYes\, you can run a wildly successful and profitable business. It’s easier today than it’s ever been. In this one-hour seminar\, Kimberley Seldon will celebrate 20 years of Business of Design® by sharing 20 MUSTS for your business. You’ll learn what it takes to be the expert and how that benefits your clients. Attendees will leave with specific strategies to implement\, and the motivation required to boost yourself to the next level. Stay for the party afterwards. We’ve got champagne and prizes. Not to be missed. \n\ndiscover what Kimberley’s learned about running a profitable design business over 20 years\n20 MUSTS for your design business\ncelebrate 20 years of Business of Design® with Team BOD™\n\n4:00 pm | Business of Design® is 20 \nIt’s a party! So\, stick around and celebrate. There’ll be drinks and prizes. Bring a friend\, or make a new one. \n  \n\n  \n  \nThank you to our Partners!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/celebrating-20-years-at-high-point-market/ CATEGORIES:Market Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2019-10-19-15.29.16.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241016T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241016T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240903T172931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T233937Z UID:124541-1729083600-1729087200@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Member Support DESCRIPTION:Join Director of Operations\, Cheryl Horne\, for this month’s BOD Live where she’ll answer your most pressing questions on system clarification\, implementation\, and actionable next steps.  \nInsight is cheap. You need to implement what you learn to see results. As you work your way through BOD™ programming\, make sure you are taking action. Not sure what to do next or how to implement in real life\, ask! Support is such a big part of your membership. Business of Design® is here to support you and hold you accountable every step of the way. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \n\n\nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n  \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, October 16th @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\n  \nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-october-2024/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BOD_Live_2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240903T161521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T161521Z UID:124539-1727269200-1727272800@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Run Your Business DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s BOD Live where we’ll talk about running your business.  \nMany designers join Business of Design® and immediately start taking the BOD™ 15 program\, which teaches you how to run your projects. But the other 6 programs focus on running your business. During this meeting we’ll distinguish between running your projects vs. running your business\, and focus on immediate changes you can make to see results fast. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \n\n\nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n  \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, September 25th @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\n  \nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-run-your-business/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BOD_Live_1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240821T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240821T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240708T201614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T210615Z UID:124000-1724245200-1724248800@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Tracking Forms DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s BOD Live where we’ll be talking about the importance of Tracking Forms.  \nKimberley will be answering the questions we get most often about tracking forms: \n\nWhat is a tracking form?\nWhat do you track?\nHow do you use the tracking form?\nHow do you track goods vs. services?\nWhen is it really handy?\n\nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \n\n\nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n  \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, August 21st @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\n  \nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-tracking-forms/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/AdobeStock_293765358-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240724T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240724T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240603T145108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T142350Z UID:123581-1721851200-1721854800@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Member Support DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s BOD Live where we’ll be answer your most pressing questions on system clarification\, implementation\, next action steps\, and real project application.  \nTransforming your business is 20% learning\, 80% implementation. As you work your way through BOD™ programming\, make sure you are taking action. Not sure what to do next or how to implement in real life\, ask us. Team BOD™ is here to support you and hold you accountable to implement the systems you learn through BOD™ Membership. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \n\n\nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n  \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, July 24th @ 8pm EST / 5pm PST\nFor our Australian Members: Thursday\, July 25th at 10am AEST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\n  \nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-member-support/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/BOD_Swag_web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240712 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240715 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240513T175710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T194729Z UID:123356-1720742400-1721001599@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:The Case Conference DESCRIPTION:A CASE FOR INCLUSIVITY IN DESIGN\nJuly 12-14\, 2024 | Atlanta\, Georgia \n  \nABOUT THE CONFERENCE \n\n\n\nWe are nurturing the next generation of interior designers of color. \n\n\nThis empowering event recognizes the value of diverse perspectives and talents\, providing a supportive environment where attendees can gain invaluable knowledge\, establish connections\, and foster growth. The Case Conference is not just a gathering; it’s a necessary catalyst for the advancement of designers of color\, ensuring they have the tools and resources to thrive in the dynamic world of interior design. \n\nKimberley will be speaking on the morning of day 2\, Saturday July 13. \nVisit the website for complete details and ticket. \n\nUse Promo Code BOD150 to receive $150 off your ticket. \nCONFERENCE WEBSITE URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/the-case-conference/ CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Kim-Seldon-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240626T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240626T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240425T131216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T131902Z UID:123136-1719406800-1719410400@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Hybrid Model DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s BOD Live where we talk about working on a hybrid model contract.  \nMore and more members are asking about it\, so let’s answer your most pressing question about charging a flat fee up until the presentation\, and then switching over to hourly fees for project management. What are some benefits of working with this method? How does the retainer work in this case? And how to do explain this method in your contract. \n\n\nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, June 26th @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-hybrid-model/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Virtual-Seminar-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240529T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240529T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240424T124851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T132417Z UID:123114-1716987600-1716991200@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Operations & Implementation DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s BOD Live where we’ll focus on business operations and system implementation. \nWe know it’s hard to take time away from working in your business to work on your business. And\, as the CEO of your design firm\, it feels like you’re wearing all the hats. It’s hard to get excited about systems and prioritizing the time it takes to implement them when there are creative tasks to be done. This is your opportunity to consult with Cheryl Horne\, Director of Operations for Business of Design® and a Fractional Operations Manager.  Ask questions and get the support\, direction\, and accountability you need to implement the BOD™ systems that will take your business to the next level. \n\n\nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, May 29th @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-operations-implementation/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/OLIVESTUDIO-1528-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240424T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240424T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240205T185630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T185630Z UID:122100-1713963600-1713967200@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Clarifying the BOD15 DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s BOD Live where we’ll answer all your questions about the BOD15. \nBusiness of Design®’s 15 Step Project Management Strategy is an exact blueprint for running streamline\, profitable projects from initial phone call to 100% completion. This 20-hour program is made up of 79 courses and modules\, plus dozens of forms and templates to help you implement the strategy. These 15 Steps are made up of hundreds of systems and protocols\, so it’s easy to overlook a critical piece of the process. \n\nThis is your opportunity to get clarification about the BOD15 and fill in any gaps you are struggling to implement. \n\nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, April 24th @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-clarifying-the-bod15/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/15-Steps.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240320T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240320T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20231124T153557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T153557Z UID:121272-1710939600-1710943200@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Trade Day DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s BOD Live where we’ll answer all your questions about running a successful Trade Day. \nTrade day is an efficient\, organized\, heavy lifting day—one that moves a project from the dream phase to the actual work phase. A well-organized trade day provides the design professional with every bit of information required to successfully resolve a client’s wish list. And\, orchestrated well – you are going to look like a hero to your new clients. \nHOMEWORK | Complete the BOD™ Course\, STEP 3 | Trade Day\, in the BOD15 Program. \nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, March 20th @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-trade-day/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/supplier_and_trade.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240219T171300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T171300Z UID:122282-1709899200-1709920800@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:Empowered Design Summit DESCRIPTION:A CELEBRATION ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY!\n\nJoin us on Friday\, March 8th as we celebrate empowered women\, empowering women while navigating the balancing act of business and life in the 21st century \, all in honour of International Women’s Day. \n12-6PM | Pacific Design Centre | 5th Floor Atrium \nFeaturing “short savvy segments” with bad a$$ female leaders in the luxury design trade\, speed mentor networking\, health and wellness gurus and more! \nThank you to California Homes magazine\, Women in Luxury Design\, and Quintus Showroom. \nClick below for complete details and to register. \nEVENT DETAILS URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/empowered-design-summit/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Join-us-as-we-celebrate-empowered-women-empowering-women-while-navigating-the-balancing-act-of-business-and-life-in-the-21st-century-all-in-honor-of-International-Womens-Day.-800-x-460-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240229T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240229T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240110T140738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T140859Z UID:121739-1709211600-1709215200@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:KBIS 2024 | Lighten Up: The Humorous Side of Design DESCRIPTION:Insert laughter\, smirks\, and relatable cringing in your day during this entertaining\, engaging panel discussion. Join us at the stage for a candid exploration of the humorous moments\, horror stories\, unconventional client requests and unexpected twists. The result? Invaluable lessons learned by seasoned designers who have beautifully navigated and showcased the power of creativity in this unpredictable world of design business. \n  \nDate: Thursday\, February 29 \nTime: 1:00 PM PST \nWhere: KBIS NEXTStage (South Hall) \n  \nBe sure to register at KBIS.com to attend this event. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/kbis-2024-lighten-up/ CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/KBIS23-2100x1400-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240221T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240221T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20240115T162456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T151329Z UID:121774-1708520400-1708524000@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Cultivating Strategic Partnerships DESCRIPTION:At this month’s BOD Live meeting\, we’ll be lead by BOD™ Business Partner\, Porsche Williams of The Prototype\, in a conversation about cultivating strategic partnerships in the interior design industry. \nPorsche\, and her team from The Prototype\, will guide you through the art of fostering key collaborations for interior design firms. Explore innovative strategies to elevate your interior design firm through strategic partnerships\, unlocking new opportunities for growth and creative excellence. Here’s what you’ll take away: \n\nIdentify potential strategic partnerships that make sense for the growth of your firm\nLearn the 5 benefits of working with strategic partners as a Principal Designer\nUnderstand how to effectively reach out to and follow up with potential strategic partners\n\n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, February 21st @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-cultivating-strategic-partnerships/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/scandinavian-living-room.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240124T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240124T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20231124T143939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T143939Z UID:121269-1706101200-1706104800@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | From Aspiration to Accomplishment DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s BOD Live where BOD™ Business Partner\, Sierra Collins\, will take us from aspiration to accomplishment in 2024. \nIf you’re in search of strategies to escape the never-ending cycle of setting goals and then feeling frustrated by unmet expectations\, this BOD Live event is the perfect fit for you! Join us and don’t miss the chance to not only discover the secrets of SMARTER goal-setting but also the critical steps to take after you’ve set your goals\, ensuring that your aspirations become genuine accomplishments. Your journey to achieving your objectives starts here! \nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, January 24th @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-from-aspiration-to-accomplishment/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Aspire2Achieve.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240119T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240119T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20231204T165455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T171120Z UID:121369-1705669200-1705672800@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:IDS TORONTO | Be the Expert — Run Projects with Confidence DESCRIPTION:When | Friday\, January 19 @ 1:00 – 2:00 pm EST \nWhere | Metro Toronto Convention Centre North Building\, Room 201 C-D \nJoin Business of Design® Advocate in Chief\, Kimberley Seldon\, for Be the Expert. Confidence in your expertise is the first step in creating the successful interior design business you deserve and desire. By building confidence\, you’ll be able to honor your value\, charge appropriate fees and generate profit year after year. From the position of expert\, you can confidently offer your talents and skills to the clients you serve\, and earn a robust living. \nWith introduction and Q&A by Marla Baker. \nNote: This session has been submitted for OAA and IDCEC accreditation. \nTo register\, visit the IDS Toronto website. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/ids-toronto-be-the-expert/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_1875-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231220T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231220T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20231009T143207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T143207Z UID:120703-1703077200-1703080800@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:BOD™ LIVE | Salary DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s BOD Live where we’ll talk about salary and the benefits of paying yourself first. \nYou love what you do and you are good at it. But guess what? You deserve to be paid for it\, too. Not only that\, but you deserve to paid well. During this member meeting\, we’re going to talk about your Salary\, which is the fixed\, regular payment you receive for your hard work as an interior design professional. Sounds simple\, but do you know what most designers are earning? Not what they are charging…. what they are earning? \nEvery full-time interior design professional deserves a salary that is six figures. Year after year\, without fail. That’s the goal. If you are not already hitting that figure\, let’s get you there. \nHOMEWORK | Take or retake the course\, Salary\, in the BOD™ Salary\, Revenue\, Profit\, Wealth program. \nCOME PREPARED | Write down your answers to the following: (1) What did you pay yourself this year? (2) Does that reflect the work you performed? (3) Is that more than you would earn as a Senior Designer? (4) Is it time for a raise? \nCome prepared with your questions\, share your own experience\, and support your fellow BOD™ Members. \n\n\nTO PARTICIPATE LIVE \n\nMark your calendar for Wednesday\, December 20th @ 1pm EST / 10am PST\nWatch your inbox for email reminders (1-week and 24-hours before each meeting).\nSign into your Member Dashboard and click on JOIN BOD™ LIVE.\n\nWATCH THE RECORDING \nNot able to join us live?  \nCatch up on what you missed. Member meetings are recorded and available within 24 hours of the live call. Click on BOD™ LIVE MEETINGS in the sidebar menu of your Dashboard to watch. \n  \nAbout BOD™ LIVE\nIf you’re serious about transforming your business by implementing the systems and procedures you learn about through Business of Design®\, our monthly BOD™ Live meetings will help keep you motivated\, accountable\, and in good company. Come prepared with your questions\, and be ready to offer experience\, expertise and support to your fellow members. \nJoin us each month to help fast track the process and address your most pressing questions. \nYou are not alone. BOD™ Live meetings are therapy for your business and your life! \nTo participate in BOD™ LIVE | Member Meetings\, please join BOD™ Membership. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/bod-live-salary/ CATEGORIES:BOD Live Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/BOD™-SRPW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231207T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231207T133000 DTSTAMP:20260425T115339 CREATED:20231019T153715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T153936Z UID:120876-1701954000-1701955800@businessofdesign.com SUMMARY:Business of Design® Membership | Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join BOD™ Director of Operations\, Cheryl Horne\, for a behind the scenes look at Business of Design® Membership. If you’re thinking about joining\, this is your opportunity to get a sneak peek of how the programs are organized\, best practices for working through the video modules\, and asking any questions you have about what’s included or program content. \nPlease register for this free\, 30-minute zoom call. \nAll are welcome to join. \n  \nREGISTRATION\n\n\n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email\n \n Are you a Business of Design® Member?This is just to get to know our audience. All are welcome to attend and will benefit from the lessons shared.\n \n \n Yes\, I am currently a member.\n \n \n \n No\, I have never been a member.\n \n \n \n I am a past member.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \nNOT ABLE TO ATTEND? If you are interested but not able to attend this live info session\, please email cheryl@businessofdesign.com to submit questions in advance and request a copy of the recording. URL:https://businessofdesign.com/event/business-of-design-membership-info-session/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessofdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/AdobeStock_333950038-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR