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A Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design  Business Podcast

808: Hailey Kolbe: How to Vet Inquiries, Spot Red Flags, and Attract Your Ideal Client

A Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design Business Podcast

LuAnn Nigara

Design, Business, Arts

4.9810 Ratings

🗓️ 13 September 2022

⏱️ 79 minutes

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Summary

Today With Hailey Kolbe: Welcome to A Well-Designed Business! Today I am joined by Hailey Kolbe, the founder and principal designer of her referral-based design firm, Hailey Kolbe Design, which specializes in full-service design for new builds and remodels. Do you know the value of a thorough client work-up? Today, Hailey and I discuss the importance of a thorough evaluation of your client inquiry forms, how to spot red flags, and set expectations with your clients so you set yourself, and your client, up for success. Tune in today to hear how these critical steps can ultimately help you attract your ideal client and be more profitable. More About Hailey Kolbe: Hailey Kolbe Design is a referral-based design firm ran by founder and lead designer Hailey Kolbe. HK Design specializes in full-service design for new builds and remodels. At the heart of the business is Hailey’s devotion to serving others and creating a unique design experience tailored to each client project. Through developing long lasting relationships with her clients, Hailey and her team create spaces reflective of each homeowner’s personality and lifestyle.  HK Design cultivates a client experience through a comprehensive materials presentation, the provision of on-site support throughout the construction process and concludes with the furnishing installation. It is Hailey’s priority to curate beautiful, yet functional spaces and a bespoke experience for each of her clients to enjoy while bringing the custom design to fruition.   A native Texan and Texas A&M graduate, Hailey began working as a Registered Nurse before her creative abilities, driven spirit, and deep faith transformed her profession in 2015 into a flourishing interior design career. She spent many years designing homes at a full-service design firm and furniture showroom where she gained experience in design, project management, retail and merchandising. Hailey’s design experience highlights full service residential remodels, new construction, and furnishings. Her work can be seen in Texas living Publications and Luxe Interior Design Magazine. Over the years, Hailey has honed her skills by growing resources and relationships to provide the best products and qualified contractors for each individual project. Hailey also offers mentorship to fellow designers called "Mentorship by Hailey." She has experienced many wonderful mentors throughout her career as a designer and recognizes mentorship is indispensable for the success of Hailey Kolbe Design. She knows firsthand the importance of having one person to trust with the details of your business, to help guide you through decisions and provide encouragement to take the next step in order for your business to grow. This mentorship is designed to support you and your business in a unique way as she is currently in the midst of running her own business, navigating hard decisions, seeking to grow and serve her clients in a way that provides the very best experience. Connect with Hailey Kolbe Website  Instagram Hailey's Project Inquiry Form Hailey's Design Process To apply for Business Mentorship with Hailey Kolbe What’s new with LuAnn Nigara Power Talk Friday Tour at High Point Exciting Windows! Build a Better Business Registration luannuniversity.com http://www.luannnigara.com/cob Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free here. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Pre-Order Book 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2 Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s Website LuAnn’s Blog Power Talk Friday Like Us: Facebook | Tweet Us: Twitter | Follow Us: Instagram | Listen Here: Podcast A Big Thank You to Today's Sponsor: Your source for premium hardwood and resilient flooring. Using the Revel Woods selector tool, you’ll be able to find curated suggestions for your project catered to your client’s home. When you sign up for a free professional membership, you’ll get access to exclusive discounts and referral benefits. Visit revelwoods.com to get started.

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on process, and on profits.

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And at the website, you will learn about the fantastic bonuses that we have for you throughout the registration period.

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0:35.2

This episode is sponsored by Revelwoods.

0:37.9

Revelwoods is your source for premium hardwood and resilient flooring.

0:41.6

Using the Revelwoods selector tool, you will be able to find curated suggestions for each

0:46.3

specific project based on criteria such as style, color, zip code, and usage.

0:52.2

Because the species of wood that performs in a laundry room in

0:55.8

Key West is not going to be the same as the wood that will perform in a living room in Chicago.

1:01.0

And how do you know that? Well, Revelwoods helps you. Know before you specify. And when you sign up

1:06.6

for a free professional membership, you'll get access to exclusive discounts and referral benefits.

1:12.6

Visit revelwoods.com to get started.

1:27.1

Welcome to a well-designed business.

1:29.4

My name is Luann Nigara, and I'm so glad you found this podcast.

1:33.3

Together with my husband, Vince, and our partner, Bill, we have grown our company Windowworks from the ground up.

1:38.9

So I know and I understand the challenges you face in running your interior design business.

1:45.3

I also know that your talent alone isn't enough to ensure your success.

1:50.3

So on this podcast, we talk about strategies and practical steps to help you grow your business.

1:56.8

But make no mistake about it, we have our share of fun here too, mixed in with those aha moments that I love so much.

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