How to Manage Client Expectations in the Midst of a Pandemic
How to Manage Client Expectations in the Midst of a Pandemic I’ve seen a lot during my 21 years in this industry, but nothing could have prepared me for 2020. From
Surviving High Point Market During a Pandemic
Surviving High Point Market during a Pandemic If you're planning to attend High Point Furniture Market (HPMKT) this fall, here are some essentials that will make your trip much more enjoyable
Ordering Made Easy . . . and Profitable!
Ordering Made Easy . . . and Profitable! In an industry full of complexity, the simplicity of ordering a product through The Designers Collaborative can sometimes feel like a godsend. How simple
The Not-So-Fun Part of Interior Design
The Not-So-Fun Part of Interior Design How many times have you been told that your job as an interior designer must be “so much fun”? If people only knew how challenging our
How to Conquer Your Fear of Freight and Delivery
How to Conquer Your Fear of Freight and Delivery For many new interior designers, the most intimidating part of buying furniture directly from the manufacturer can be summarized in one word:
What They Don’t Tell You About Pricing
What They Don't Tell You About Pricing Two phrases come to mind as I write this: “Knowledge is power,” and “What you don’t know can hurt you.” I believe in abundance, honesty,
We’ve Been Featured on Morning Wake-Up Call
We've Been Featured on Morning Wake-Up Call It is a pleasure to share my recent interview on the podcast "Morning Wake-Up Call" on The LIVE Broadcast Network! Take a listen and
Want to Change Your Life? Go to High Point!
Want to Change Your Life? Go to High Point! As a designer who has been working in the field for almost two decades, I can honestly say that my world changed
Attitude is Everything
Attitude is Everything The way I see it, attitude is everything. It can change something as small as your day and something as big as your world. It can affect those