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July 27, 2021

I closed my design firm to seek work at someone else’s. How do I convince employers I’m ready to be an employee?

Sean Low is the go-to business coach for interior designers. In his BOH advice column, he answers designers’ questions—this time, how to transition from running your own firm to working for someone else’s.

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July 13, 2021

A client asks: My designer seems checked out. How do I move on?

Sean Low is the go-to business coach for interior designers. In his last BOH advice column, he answered a designer’s question about how to raise their rates mid-project to avoid resentment. Now, he’s answering a client’s question about how to deal with a designer who seems to be “over” their project.

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June 29, 2021

I’ve been under-charging for so long, I’ve become resentful. How do I ask clients for what I’m worth?

Sean Low is the go-to business coach for interior designers. In his BOH advice column, he answers designers’ questions—this time, how to reset a too-low pricing structure to overcome burnout and bitterness.

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June 15, 2021

I have the chance to do a top showhouse or a magazine shoot. Which is better for business?

Sean Low is the go-to business coach for interior designers. In his BOH advice column, he answers designers’ questions—this time, whether it’s a better business investment to participate in a high-end showhouse or a magazine feature.

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June 1, 2021

My clients want to make their own purchases for the points. Should I let them?

Sean Low is the go-to business coach for interior designers. In his BOH advice column, he answers designers’ questions—this time, whether to take a client’s offer of a higher hourly rate in lieu of charging markup.

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May 18, 2021

Design today will cost more and take longer. How do I explain that to clients?

Sean Low is the go-to business coach for interior designers. In his BOH advice column, he answers designers’ questions—this time, how to talk to clients about industry delays and price increases (and who should pay for what when costs of a project go up).

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April 27, 2021

I need to hire my first employee. What tasks should I outsource first?

Sean Low is the go-to business coach for interior designers. In his BOH advice column, he answers designers' questions—this time, how to prioritize what roles to fill at a small but growing firm.

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April 13, 2021

I’m getting more client requests than I can handle. How do I choose which to take?

Sean Low is the go-to business coach for interior designers. In his BOH advice column, he answers designers' questions—this time, how to manage a surge in client demand without overcommitting.

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March 30, 2021

My business is a well-oiled machine, but I’ve lost my creative spark. Help!

Sean Low is the go-to business coach for interior designers. In his BOH advice column, he answers designers' questions—this time, how to reprioritize creativity when you’re consumed by the business side of your firm.

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March 16, 2021

I need to take a sudden personal leave, but I’m a one-person firm. What do I tell my clients?

Sean Low is the go-to business coach for interior designers. In his BOH advice column, he answers designers’ questions—this time, how to take an unplanned personal leave from work when there’s no one who can cover.

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