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Interior Design Debriefs: The 20-Minute Profit Booster
Designers — are you bleeding profit without even realizing it?
In this week’s episode and the last in our Project to Profit series, I'm getting real about the one step most designers skip that could save you hours, protect your margins, and stop you from repeating the same costly mistakes project after project.
Here’s the kicker: research shows that teams who actually take this step improve performance by 20–25% on their very next project. Yep, it’s that powerful.
I'm pulling back the curtain on:
Why “just checking the margin” isn’t enough (and what you’re really missing)
The four buckets every designer must review to uncover hidden inefficiencies
How this 20-minute practice builds smoother projects, happier teams, and repeat profits
And don’t think this is just for big firms — if you’re a team of one, this step may be even more critical to stop repeating mistakes and create the systems that future-proof your business.
Want to know the step? Here’s your hint: it’s not sexy, but it’s a profit game-changer. And once you hear my system, you’ll never close out a project the same way again.
Connect with Katie Decker-Erickson
Book Your Coaching Session with Katie!
Click Here to read the full episode transcript.
This episode of Mastering the Business of Interior Design: Success by Design is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.
I'm your host, Katie Erickson
I’m a commercial exterior and interior designer with an MBA and nearly 20 years in the industry. When I’m not leading my coast-to-coast, multi-million dollar firm, I love sharing real talk on the business of design, blending insights from 20 years as a business professor. I keep it honest—balancing work and chasing my two girls around.
Interior Design Debriefs: The 20-Minute Profit Booster
Designers — are you bleeding profit without even realizing it?
In this week’s episode and the last in our Project to Profit series, I'm getting real about the one step most designers skip that could save you hours, protect your margins, and stop you from repeating the same costly mistakes project after project.
Here’s the kicker: research shows that teams who actually take this step improve performance by 20–25% on their very next project. Yep, it’s that powerful.
I'm pulling back the curtain on:
Why “just checking the margin” isn’t enough (and what you’re really missing)
The four buckets every designer must review to uncover hidden inefficiencies
How this 20-minute practice builds smoother projects, happier teams, and repeat profits
And don’t think this is just for big firms — if you’re a team of one, this step may be even more critical to stop repeating mistakes and create the systems that future-proof your business.
Want to know the step? Here’s your hint: it’s not sexy, but it’s a profit game-changer. And once you hear my system, you’ll never close out a project the same way again.
Connect with Katie Decker-Erickson
Book Your Coaching Session with Katie!
Click Here to read the full episode transcript.
This episode of Mastering the Business of Interior Design: Success by Design is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.
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Interior Design Debriefs: The 20-Minute Profit Booster
Designers — are you bleeding profit without even realizing it?
In this week’s episode and the last in our Project to Profit series, I'm getting real about the one step most designers skip that could save you hours, protect your margins, and stop you from repeating the same costly mistakes project after project.
Here’s the kicker: research shows that teams who actually take this step improve performance by 20–25% on their very next project. Yep, it’s that powerful.
I'm pulling back the curtain on:
Why “just checking the margin” isn’t enough (and what you’re really missing)
The four buckets every designer must review to uncover hidden inefficiencies
How this 20-minute practice builds smoother projects, happier teams, and repeat profits
And don’t think this is just for big firms — if you’re a team of one, this step may be even more critical to stop repeating mistakes and create the systems that future-proof your business.
Want to know the step? Here’s your hint: it’s not sexy, but it’s a profit game-changer. And once you hear my system, you’ll never close out a project the same way again.
Connect with Katie Decker-Erickson
Book Your Coaching Session with Katie!
Click Here to read the full episode transcript.
This episode of Mastering the Business of Interior Design: Success by Design is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.
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Excited for a podcast directed towards interior designers that covers the business and creative mindsets needed to run a successful firm. Throwing in life balance to every conversation makes this super relatable. Great conversations.
Colorful Conversations is like having a fun chat with your artsy friend who also knows how to create success! Katie's podcast is a must-listen for folks who love design and want to make money from their creative passions. She keeps you in the loop about the latest design trends while dropping priceless tips on turning your creativity into a successful business. Whether you're a design enthusiast or a budding entrepreneur, Katie's show is a goldmine of ideas and inspiration. So, tune in and get ready to blend style and success with her friendly and informative episodes – you won't want to miss it!
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insightful conversations & super RELATABLE!
Excited for a podcast directed towards interior designers that covers the business and creative mindsets needed to run a successful firm. Throwing in life balance to every conversation makes this super relatable. Great conversations.
Colorful Conversations is like having a fun chat with your artsy friend who also knows how to create success! Katie's podcast is a must-listen for folks who love design and want to make money from their creative passions. She keeps you in the loop about the latest design trends while dropping priceless tips on turning your creativity into a successful business. Whether you're a design enthusiast or a budding entrepreneur, Katie's show is a goldmine of ideas and inspiration. So, tune in and get ready to blend style and success with her friendly and informative episodes – you won't want to miss it!
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