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A Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design Business Podcast

LuAnn Nigara
Interior Design
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Client Management
Business Processes
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Vacation Rental Design
Interior Design Business
Networking
Power Talk Friday Tour
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Contractor Coalition Summit
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Aloka Home
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In today's world being a talented interior designer isn't enough to ensure that you have a profitable and successful business. Design school curricula doesn't always equip you with the business skills to have your interior design business be everything you imagined it would be! A Well-Designed Business® is here to fill in the gaps and give you real live business skills from some of the top interio... more

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Latest Episodes

Welcome to A Well-Designed Business! On this episode, LuAnn sits down for a chat with Denise Wenacur, the principle of DW Design & Décor in Croton on the Hudson, which is a beautiful community just outside of NYC.

Design-build is the hot topic of th... more

Today With Rachel Usher and Rick Campos:

The Business of Interiors Community Summit: The Room That Changes Your Business

What if the thing that changes your business isn’t another course, another podcast, or another late night Googling session, but... more

Today with Amy Lynn Allard:

Welcome to A Well-Designed Business. Looking for advice on systems to turbo-charge your business? Amy Lynn Allard of Boston’s Amy Lynn Interiors learned to thrive using well-crafted, meticulous systems. She is big on time... more

Today With Aga Artka and Jenny Rebholz:

When you hear the phrase "personal brand," do you immediately think of your color palette and your website layout? What if we are getting so caught up in the visual pieces that we are forgetting what a brand r... more

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Recent Guests

Gage Edward
Designer, former design firm business development lead; appeared on Bravo's Flipping Out
Discover Market / design industry
Episode: 1176: Gage Edward: How to Stop Losing Your Furniture Market Finds
John McClain
Interior designer, business coach, speaker and writer
John McClain Designs
Episode: 1175: BEST OF SHOW: John McClain: Turn Failure into Success
Joann Kandrac
Partner at Kandrac & Kole Interior Design
Kandrac & Kole Interior Design
Episode: 1174: Joann Kandrac & Kelly Kole: How to Build a Business Partnership That Lasts
Kelly Kole
Partner at Kandrac & Kole Interior Design
Kandrac & Kole Interior Design
Episode: 1174: Joann Kandrac & Kelly Kole: How to Build a Business Partnership That Lasts
Bri Ussery
Fractional COO and strategist for interior design firms
Interior Design Principles
Episode: 1173: Bri Ussery: The Relationship Between Order and Meaning
Jessica Matteson
Landscape architect and owner of MLA, Matteson Landscape Architecture
MLA, Matteson Landscape Architecture
Episode: 1172: BEST OF SHOW: Jessica Matteson: The Client Experience Is #1 in Design
Meryl Santopietro
Founder of Meryl Santopietro Interiors
Meryl Santopietro Interiors
Episode: 1170: BEST OF SHOW: Meryl Santopietro: How to Re-Invent, Re Vitalize Your Firm, Even After 20 Years
Christa O'Leary
Founder and CEO of Home in Harmony Designs
Home in Harmony Designs
Episode: 1168: Christa O'Leary: How Psychology Transforms Client Communication and Satisfaction
Marie Flanigan
A well-known interior designer and marketing expert.
Episode: 1166: BEST OF SHOW: Marie Flanigan: Leveraging Relationships and Making Decisions in Interior Design

Host

LuAnn Nigara
Host of the podcast, sharing her extensive experience and insights from over 40 years in the interior design industry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Let the guest speak!!!!

    Luann seems very well intentioned but she talks over her guests and talks way too much on those episodes. I’m listening to the one with her and Shea McGee and Shea’s barely said anything. Let your guest speak.. we want to hear them!! She keeps bringing everything back to herself and then goes into a long winded story about her. WE WANT TO HEAR THE GUEST!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    loveandlight7
    United States2 months ago
  • A Must-Listen for Every Designer.. No Matter How Long You’ve Been in Business

    After 25 years in the design industry, I’m still amazed by how much insight, clarity, and inspiration I gain from A Well-Designed Business. LuAnn Nigara has an extraordinary gift- not only for asking the right questions, but for guiding conversations in a way that sparks new ideas and elevates how you think about your business.

    Having the opportunity to be a guest on the show was an absolute joy. LuAnn is exceptionally skilled at what she does; she creates a warm, engaging space while also draw... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Home in Harmony Designs
    United States4 months ago
  • So much to learn from every episode!

    I really have enjoyed the flow of every episode as LuAnn does such a wonderful job of asking the right questions. She brings so much knowledge and experience in the industry and you truly learn a lot from each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jddjndmcjr
    United States6 months ago
  • Inspiration and Education in Every Episode

    LuAnn Nigara is truly a beacon of knowledge and inspiration for both new and seasoned interior designers. I’ve been listening for years and always walk away with fresh insights, encouragement, and practical strategies to apply in my own business. Her generosity in sharing education and elevating our industry is unmatched. It’s an honor to now be a guest on her podcast after benefiting from her wisdom for so long.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rwarddesign
    United States7 months ago
  • Insightful

    Luann is dialed in to what is happening in the world of design.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kp slc
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some feedback indicates a desire for more balanced dialogue, encouraging guests to share more without interruption.
The host's engaging style and ability to draw out meaningful conversations are frequently mentioned as highlights of the show.
Listeners appreciate the high-quality insights shared by industry experts and often come away with actionable takeaways for their businesses.
Overall, the show is considered a valuable resource for both new and seasoned interior designers seeking business acumen.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#176
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

1176: Gage Edward: How to Stop Losing Your Furniture Market Finds
Q: Tell us what Discover Market is and what the app does.
Discover Market is the culmination of years of market experience, providing a universal app that lets designers scan, save, and organize product data from showrooms. It creates a live, up-to-date catalog of products with pricing, availability, vendor contacts, and lifestyle imagery, all accessible across desktop and mobile.
1170: BEST OF SHOW: Meryl Santopietro: How to Re-Invent, Re Vitalize Your Firm, Even After 20 Years
Q: What role did your daughters play in the business and how did that evolve?
They joined in when timing was right, bringing complementary skills (apparel design, IP law) and helping to expand the business's design and operational capabilities, including project management and contracts.
1170: BEST OF SHOW: Meryl Santopietro: How to Re-Invent, Re Vitalize Your Firm, Even After 20 Years
Q: How did you start conversations with real estate developers and property managers who didn't know you?
I would cold-call to set appointments, present a compelling visual portfolio on the spot, and explain how I could streamline their clients' experience with my services.
1166: BEST OF SHOW: Marie Flanigan: Leveraging Relationships and Making Decisions in Interior Design
Q: Can you share with us some tips on how to track potential leads?
Track calls, evaluate personality fit and budget fit, and assess where leads are coming from to guide marketing strategies.
1166: BEST OF SHOW: Marie Flanigan: Leveraging Relationships and Making Decisions in Interior Design
Q: Would you talk to Sarah's question a little bit today?
Marie discusses the importance of taking risks in business, emphasizing the need for clarity in goals and client selections.

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1. Gage Edward
2. John McClain
3. Joann Kandrac
4. Kelly Kole
5. Bri Ussery
6. Jessica Matteson
7. Meryl Santopietro
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