EP 112 | How Interior Designers Can Avoid Costly Business Mistakes with Layers and Layers

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What if some of the best business advice for interior designers came from your suppliers and industry partners?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Layers and Layers about common mistakes interior designers make—and how trusted suppliers and specialists can help avoid them. From presenting projects more effectively to leveraging expert knowledge, this conversation highlights the value of systems, collaboration, and confidence in serving clients at a higher level.

For interior designers, success doesn’t come from knowing everything. It comes from building strong relationships and knowing where to find the right expertise when you need it.

In this episode, we learn:
• Why presenting the entire project helps clients make better decisions
• How introducing luxury options can expand possibilities for clients
• Why confidence in your recommendations builds trust and credibility
• How strong systems improve efficiency and project outcomes
• Why relying on specialists helps you deliver better results
• How knowing who to ask is often more valuable than knowing everything yourself

Design Intervention

Yvonne says, “Get to know your A-Team.” Sharon says, “Don’t be afraid to admit what you are not good at, then look for the pros to fill in those gaps.”