Desi Creswell

02/21/2023

01/20/2023

Designers - plan your year with me! Join me on January 27th and February 2nd for a guided workshop series where you'll create your 2023 vision and make a plan to achieve it. It's only $87!

Click the link for full details and to enroll.

Session 1: Guided Planning Session Friday, January 27th 10:30am - 12:30pm CentralSession 2: Open Coaching Call / Q&AThursday, February 2nd 11:30am - 12:30pm Central

11/09/2022

My podcast, the Interior Designer Business CEO, launches TODAY!

You can listen to the first three episodes here!
www.desicreswell.com/podcastlaunch

I would love your support by rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast.

Apple Podcasts' algorithm impacts the visibility of the show to potential subscribers based on these actions. It’s most important to do this within the first 24-48 hours of the launch.

It’s easy to do. The same link above will walk you through the process step by step.

Thank you so much for your support!

01/21/2021

If you want to grow your design business by plugging yourself into the industry’s best business and marketing practices, then I want to invite you to join me and over 20 design influencers and social media experts at an upcoming 3 day virtual event.

It’s all happening at the Designers On Social Summit from Jan 27-29 in 2021! And, it’s all FREE to you.

Don’t miss my session on The Confidence Continuum: The Little Known Secret to Getting Bigger and Better Design Projects.

I’m sharing all about how to shift your mindset so that you can start selling and marketing yourself with confidence. You can have all of the tactics in the world, but without being sold on your own value it’s hard to sell to your ideal client and referral partners.

Click the link below to register!

https://www.designersonsocialsummit.com/talks/the-confidence-continuum-discover-the-little-known-secret-to-getting-bigger-and-better-design-projects/

08/11/2020

Part-time nanny needed for delightful 4 yr old daughter and inquisitive 6-year-old son! Must be able to pick daughter up from preschool M, T, TH, F at 1pm. Must have own transportation. Son will start 1st grade so position is primarily for daughter.

Availability for occasional date night sitting is a plus. Prefer additional availability during school breaks. Start date: Late August/Early September with commitment through school year at minimum.

We seek a positive, self-motivated individual who sets and upholds clear expectations, respect the routines we've set, and enjoys being creative and being outdoors. Experience with this age range is a must.

Additional Duties: Tidying up, meal prep, some laundry.

06/10/2020

How many different hats do you wear in one day? It's kind of a lot and the value of being all of these things to your clients at once is not fully appreciated or being reflected in your fees. ⁠
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I love to work with my 1:1 coaching clients to shift their mindset from charging for an hour of their time to setting their fees based on the immense value they bring to a project. Recently a client was especially stuck on being a "good value" - meaning not too expensive - so I coached her to stretch her thinking. I asked her to tell me all of the roles she plays throughout the course of a project. Swipe left to see the job description we devised (the last one is my favorite!). ⁠
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+ Creative Director ⁠
+ Educator⁠
+ Space Planner⁠
+ Project Manager⁠
+ Customer Service/Communications⁠
+ Accountant ⁠
+ Sales and Marketing⁠
+ Researcher & Trends Forecaster⁠
+ Cleaning Crew⁠
+ Psychologist⁠
+ Cheerleader ⁠
+ Schlepper of all things⁠
+ Crisis Management⁠
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When she took the time to piece apart all that she does for her clients it became clear she was undercharging. But it took this exercise to help her realize she is providing so much value - she doesn't need to be a good value. We also had a good laugh about the more "glamorous""parts of the job.⁠
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Save this post for the next time you're fretting over your fees. Interior designers do it all and we do it well. Charge accordingly.

Raise your hand in the comments if you agree with this job description 🙋‍♀️

06/08/2020

Are you wondering where your piece of the design pie is? If so, you're stuck in a scarcity mindset. ⁠(swipe left for my top abundance producing beliefs)
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Scarcity mindset comes from the belief that there isn't enough for everyone. That there is a singular pie and that if one person gets a slice there is less for everyone else. Below I share three common scarcity beliefs I hear from interior designers. If one rings true, you'll know if you're stuck in a scarcity mindset. ⁠
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1. There are only so many projects to go around. ⁠
2. There might not be more coming (clients, projects, cash).⁠
3. I need to take advantage of this busy time. ⁠
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Don't beat yourself up if these sound all too familiar. The first step to getting out of scarcity mindset, and stepping into abundance, is awareness.⁠
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Beliefs are optional which means we can change the ones we hold, even if we've had them for a long time. To cultivate abundance practice one of the following beliefs. Intentionally direct your attention to what you want to create and what you want more of in your business. ⁠
1. I create clients.⁠
2. The better it gets, the better it gets. ⁠
3. Her success is evidence that I can do it too. ⁠
4. This is just the beginning.⁠
5. There is no rush. ⁠
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To cultivate abundance, put your focus on how the more value and expertise is added to the world the pie just keeps getting bigger. Maybe that designer signs a client but in them being busy it opens an opportunity for you to work with someone that's an even better fit. Not to mention the more we are out in the world creating projects the more abundance we create in the industries related with our trade. ⁠
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Tell me in the comments....which belief are you going to practice this week?

03/21/2020

New results are created with new solutions and I’m here to help you.

This is the perfect opportunity to use downtime to tackle those "someday" projects that will create efficiencies and and get strategic about growing your business.

This is why I’ve opened space for a select few to work with me on a highly focused coaching intensive.

During our time we will work on one specific area of your business. Together we can:
+ Identify and map out systems to streamline your internal and external processes
+ Develop strategies to master your schedule (even working from home!)
+ Create an action plan if you are feeling stalled, frustrated or unsure of your next moves
+ Gain clarity on what you are uniquely positioned to offer your ideal clients so you can be known for and paid for your expertise
+ Develop a marketing or PR plan to continue to fill your pipeline
+ Review your website and other marketing materials to ensure that you leverage your presence
+ Get solutions-focused about how to offer your services now and in the future
+ Get your mindset back on track to your goals and vision for the year, regardless of the circumstances

I’m opening up three spots in my calendar for next week only. So if you know it's time to get support up-leveling your business, DM me so we can talk more.

11/15/2019

“We are designers; we are manipulators. There are so many ways to use this tool.”

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Yesterday I attended an panel discussion by , moderated by “Exploring How Instagram Reshaped the Business of Interior Design”
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It’s so easy to get caught up in the way Instagram “should be done” based on the algorithm or what your peers are doing. It’s easy to forget to that as a creative you are the one who best knows how to showcase your unique abilities and perspective. You get to choose how you show up here.
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How do you want to manipulate Instagram so it works for you and your business?
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