1/24/2024 0 Comments Fl studio12![]() ![]() ![]() Disagreement among clients about scope and budget are also red flags that typically lead to one of the clients attempting to tame or dilute our designs to better accommodate their ideal budget. That can lead to begrudging invoice payments, awkward meetings and less flexibility when inevitable inconveniences happen. It’s also cause for pause when both people in a couple aren’t in complete agreement that they need to hire an interior designer. It lets us know they may not value our time-the time it takes to come to them spend a couple of hours on-site learning about their wants, needs and aspirations put together a design agreement and retainer invoice and answer any questions throughout the process of hiring our firm. “If a client is hesitant to pay our consultation fee, or if they ask what it ‘comes with,’ that’s a red flag. Leah Alexander Courtesy of Leah Alexander Period.” - Amber Guyton, Blessed Little Bungalow, Atlanta I also want to work with clients that don’t just love my work, but also see my value and respect what I bring to the table. If a potential client is trying to haggle, they probably can’t afford my rates or the additional furniture, decor and contracting either, and that is a preview of a rough client relationship. Once you have the experience and confidence to stand your ground, you’re OK telling those potential clients no, asking them to consider executing their design in phases to meet their budget or just wishing them well. ![]() In the past, I’ve had potential clients compare my rates to full-service interior designers, e-design programs and other designers. “As an e-designer, I offer a flat rate per space based on the scope of the project, and an hourly rate for any additional shopping and staging. ![]()
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