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Darci Hether

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Braden Drake

Veronica Solomon

Adam Scougall

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Alex Gourlay

Kwame Christian

Dane Austin

Laura Martin

Kimberley Seldon

Darla Powell

Jamie Lieberman

Nikki Rausch

Nancy Ganzekaufer

Danielle Hayden

Christie Leu

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Andrew Kotchen

Set yourself up for success and growth by running your company like a big organization, even if you’re a one-man show. Guest host and BOD™ Member, Darci Hether of New York City, interviews her past employer, Andrew Kotchen of Workshop/APD.In this episode we learn:- Good work gets you good work.- How creating systems and procedures to run an office set you up for success.- Creating business longevity, planning for the future of your firm - How internal operations have changed since COVID—from a logistic standpoint and interpersonal standpoint- Recognizing opportunities for growth and strategic pivots- Lessons from past recessions and how to make changes to avoid financial vulnerability in the future- How to create a culture of growth- When you surround yourself with great talent, you do great work.It’s time to take control of your business.Become a member of Business of Design®, today:https://businessofdesign.com/?ref=2&amp;campaign=podcast

Set yourself up for success and growth by running your company like a big organization, even if you’re a one-man show. Guest host and BOD™ Member, Darci Hether of New York City, interviews her past employer, Andrew Kotchen of Workshop/APD. In this episode we learn: - Good work gets you good work. - How creating systems and procedures to run an office set you up for success. - Creating business longevity, planning for the future of your firm - How internal operations have changed since COVID—from a logistic standpoint and interpersonal standpoint - Recognizing opportunities for growth and strategic pivots - Lessons from past recessions and how to make changes to avoid financial vulnerability in the future - How to create a culture of growth - When you surround yourself with great talent, you do great work. It’s time to take control of your business. Become a member of Business of Design®, today: <a href="https://businessofdesign.com/?ref=2&amp;campaign=podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://businessofdesign.com/?ref=2&amp;campaign=podcast</a>

EP 008 | Culture of Growth with Andrew Kotchen, hosted by Darci Hether

For Episode 105 of The CareerMetis Podcast, we will learn about: A Day in the Life of an Interior Designer from our guest Darci Hether.Guest Introduction – Darci HetherAs an esteemed interior designer located in New York City – with projects that span coast to coast and internationally – Darci Hether specializes in luxury, full service, turn-key residential interiorsEpisode Summary 1. Since her childhood, Darci Hether has had a strong affinity toward interior designing. It was not uncommon for her to rearrange her parents living room or her bedroom furniture. Not knowing it was a viable career, she was prepared to take courses until she found what she enjoyed.2. After helping a friend with a design project, Darci found her passion and pursued it without regrets.3. Darci goes into detail about what an interior designers do, and how it differs from what we see on HGTV. Her firm takes the project from conception to completion, and that takes a lot more attention to detail and communication than most people are aware of.4. Darcy outlines her day to day, complete with meetings, outlines, marketing, client relations and communication. She also has to stay on top of the marketplace to see what’s new and available for her next client.5. The selection process and curating the items for presentation tends to be Darcy’s favourite part of the process. When she was a solo entrepreneur, she had to run it all, and there were parts of her job she didn’t enjoy as much, but now that she has a team she gets to focus on business development. Bringing in the finishing touches and injecting the client’s personality into the space makes her truly happy.6. Darci shares her thoughts on how someone who is interested in becoming an interior designer could get started. She feels that both design and business courses could make a huge difference in the success of a new designer.7. Darci also talks about the value that can be gained from working alongside another designer in order to learn in a more immersive way.8. Darci also talks about certification, and the best ways to learn more within the interior design industry without paying a ton of money for courses.Quotes“I feel like a lot of times there’s a misconception that we pet pretty fabrics and we pick pretty sofas and it’s all very fabulous”.“There’s kind of a saying in the industry where it’s 10 to 20 percent design and 80 to 90 percent business”.“There’s a lot that happens behind the scenes, and we’re very detailed.”“I do recommend at least taking the intro class”.“You need to know your numbers, you don’t want to just blindly hand it off to someone”.“There’s definitely space within the industry”.“Find a mentor, somebody who can help you along the way”.Links &amp; ResourcesTo learn more about Darci Hether , you can visit her website. You can also connect with her on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest.Intro Music provided courtesy of Accelerated Ideas (www.accelerated-ideas.com). Soundtrack – Siren KickbackEnding Music provided courtesy of Accelerated Ideas (www.accelerated-ideas.com). Soundtrack – No Need to Rush Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For Episode 105 of The CareerMetis Podcast, we will learn about: A Day in the Life of an Interior Designer from our guest <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/marksbirch/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Darci Hether</a>.<h3>Guest Introduction – Darci Hether</h3>As an esteemed interior designer located in New York City – with projects that span coast to coast and internationally – Darci Hether specializes in luxury, full service, turn-key residential interiors<h3>Episode Summary </h3>1. Since her childhood, Darci Hether has had a strong affinity toward interior designing. It was not uncommon for her to rearrange her parents living room or her bedroom furniture. Not knowing it was a viable career, she was prepared to take courses until she found what she enjoyed.2. After helping a friend with a design project, Darci found her passion and pursued it without regrets.3. Darci goes into detail about what an interior designers do, and how it differs from what we see on HGTV. Her firm takes the project from conception to completion, and that takes a lot more attention to detail and communication than most people are aware of.4. Darcy outlines her day to day, complete with meetings, outlines, marketing, client relations and communication. She also has to stay on top of the marketplace to see what’s new and available for her next client.5. The selection process and curating the items for presentation tends to be Darcy’s favourite part of the process. When she was a solo entrepreneur, she had to run it all, and there were parts of her job she didn’t enjoy as much, but now that she has a team she gets to focus on business development. Bringing in the finishing touches and injecting the client’s personality into the space makes her truly happy.6. Darci shares her thoughts on how someone who is interested in becoming an <a href="https://www.careermetis.com/podcast-industry-expert-series-nancy-ganzekaufer-interior-design-industry/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">interior designer</a> could get started. She feels that both design and business courses could make a huge difference in the success of a new designer.7. Darci also talks about the value that can be gained from working alongside another designer in order to learn in a more immersive way.8. Darci also talks about certification, and the best ways to learn more within the interior design industry without paying a ton of money for courses.<h3>Quotes</h3>“I feel like a lot of times there’s a misconception that we pet pretty fabrics and we pick pretty sofas and it’s all very fabulous”.“There’s kind of a saying in the industry where it’s 10 to 20 percent design and 80 to 90 percent business”.“There’s a lot that happens behind the scenes, and we’re very detailed.”“I do recommend at least taking the intro class”.“You need to know your numbers, you don’t want to just blindly hand it off to someone”.“There’s definitely space within the industry”.“Find a mentor, somebody who can help you along the way”.<h3>Links &amp; Resources</h3>To learn more about Darci Hether , you can visit her <a href="https://darcihether.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>. You can also connect with her on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/darci-hether-2131381b/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DarciHetherNewYork/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/darcihether/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.ca/darcihether/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>.Intro Music provided courtesy of Accelerated Ideas (<a href="http://www.accelerated-ideas.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.accelerated-ideas.com</a>). Soundtrack – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unsZLmLEhA8" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Siren Kickback</a>Ending Music provided courtesy of Accelerated Ideas (<a href="http://www.accelerated-ideas.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.accelerated-ideas.com</a>). Soundtrack – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiENW06m7nY" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">No Need to Rush</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

#105 – A Day In The Life Of An Interior Designer – Darci Hether

Today we have a particularly inspiring episode! If you're the type of businessperson who takes action and can appreciate it when others do too, you're really going to learn a lot from today's guest, Darci Hether. She's on the show today to let you know that if and when you come across new ideas or business strategies, if you not only hear them, but you also implement them, you can change your business for the better. Listen in to find out more. You're going to love this show! Darci began her Design career in 1998, in Southern California, before moving to New York City in 2002.  Once there, she worked as a Lead Designer and Project Manager for notable and award winning firms, like Workshop APD and Vicente Wolf Associates. Then, in 2008 Darci founded Darci Hether New York. She was named 'Rising Star' by New York Cottages and Gardens. Listen in today, as Darci shares how she turned up both the productivity and profitability on her Interior Design Firm, this year.  Show highlights:  Darci explains how she went from inspiration to action. Darci found it very difficult to rewrite her bio, so she contacted Fred Berns (#48) for a consultation. Darci explains her new approach to being compensated for the work she does and how she feels about it. She really understands her value now. Darci explains how she managed to implement the new advice she received, after already having been in business for ten years. She was both excited and terrified! How Darci arrived at the fee that she charges for a consultation. There are many hidden things to also be taken into consideration. Darci now brings a contract along with her to an initial consultation, for the client to review. Sometimes a client only needs a consultation with Darci for an hour or two and nothing more. Darci finds that this can work for her, now that she's set a specific fee for her consultations. Darci explains how she's utilized 'time chunking'. Darci explains her thought processes that went into the way that she created her Employee handbook. Darci suggests that you find a trusted colleague that you can reach out to regularly, for support. Some great advice: Go and think of all the things that you've been inspired to do differently, in your business (that you've not yet done), pick one of them, set a time frame and just do it!  LuAnn wants you to know that she's been asked to moderate a panel, on Designing Tech, at America's Mart in Atlanta, on the 26th or the 27th of September. The dates have not yet been finalized. She will also be hosting another Facebook Live Event, at the opening celebration of the brand new Kravet Showroom in Philadelphia. This will happen around the first week in October. Final dates still to be announced.

Today we have a particularly inspiring episode! If you're the type of businessperson who takes action and can appreciate it when others do too, you're really going to learn a lot from today's guest, Darci Hether. She's on the show today to let you know that if and when you come across new ideas or business strategies, if you not only hear them, but you also implement them, you can change your business for the better. Listen in to find out more. You're going to love this show! Darci began her Design career in 1998, in Southern California, before moving to New York City in 2002.  Once there, she worked as a Lead Designer and Project Manager for notable and award winning firms, like Workshop APD and Vicente Wolf Associates. Then, in 2008 Darci founded Darci Hether New York. She was named 'Rising Star' by New York Cottages and Gardens. Listen in today, as Darci shares how she turned up both the productivity and profitability on her Interior Design Firm, this year.  Show highlights: <ul> <li>Darci explains how she went from inspiration to action.</li> <li>Darci found it very difficult to rewrite her bio, so she contacted Fred Berns (#48) for a consultation.</li> <li>Darci explains her new approach to being compensated for the work she does and how she feels about it. She really understands her value now.</li> <li>Darci explains how she managed to implement the new advice she received, after already having been in business for ten years. She was both excited and terrified!</li> <li>How Darci arrived at the fee that she charges for a consultation. There are many hidden things to also be taken into consideration.</li> <li>Darci now brings a contract along with her to an initial consultation, for the client to review.</li> <li>Sometimes a client only needs a consultation with Darci for an hour or two and nothing more. Darci finds that this can work for her, now that she's set a specific fee for her consultations.</li> <li>Darci explains how she's utilized 'time chunking'.</li> <li>Darci explains her thought processes that went into the way that she created her Employee handbook.</li> <li>Darci suggests that you find a trusted colleague that you can reach out to regularly, for support.</li> <li>Some great advice: Go and think of all the things that you've been inspired to do differently, in your business (that you've not yet done), pick one of them, set a time frame and just do it!</li> </ul> LuAnn wants you to know that she's been asked to moderate a panel, on Designing Tech, at America's Mart in Atlanta, on the 26th or the 27th of September. The dates have not yet been finalized. She will also be hosting another Facebook Live Event, at the opening celebration of the brand new Kravet Showroom in Philadelphia. This will happen around the first week in October. Final dates still to be announced.

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