EP #32 | 7 Red Flags You Shouldn't Ignore

Interior Designer's Business Blueprint 

Too often designers either miss red flags due to a lack of experience or choose to ignore them becuase they are eager for the work or the client was a referral from someone you know. They may be in your circle of friends or community and the hard question is really what do you do with these red flags? Today’s episode will shed some light on what to look for and how to handle the most common red flags.

Here’s a glance at this episode…

[04:20] I jump into how you can start to spot red flags BEFORE engaging with a client on a long-term basis.

[07:15] I start with the red flag of a potential client trying to negotiate your contract, how to stand your ground and how to believe in your services and the contract you’ve spent time putting together.

[12:08] Indecisiveness in a client can make a project extremely difficult. I dive into why it’s not about how much information or time they need, but their ability to make a decision in the end.

[18:26] I share about discounts! Discounts on services, products, etc and why this can be a red flag to handle head on from the start.

[25:50] I talk all about boundaries ranging from communication to expected response times to setting expectations

[28:52] I discuss how a client who “ghosts” you or continually takes a long time to respond can be a red flag while also throwing off milestone dates and delivery dates.

[33:00] I share about having and finding clients who truly respect the process.

[36:13] I discuss reading a potential clients’ tone and paying attention to how you feel with the general communication to see if workin with them may be a red flag.

[45:50] I wrap up with the good and bad news and how identifying red flags early can help you make room for the perfect client that is out there for you.

Mentioned in this episode: 

• JOIN: Interior Designer’s Business Blueprint
• SHOP: Design Services and Investment Guide Template
• SHOP: Client Welcome Packet Template
• SHOP: Client Presentation Template
• SHOP: Interior Design Client Agreement
• SHOP: Interior Design Client Proposal
• PODCAST: Episode #11: Managing Client Expectations
• PODCAST: Episode #24: 5 Business Lessons I have learned the hard way

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