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Aug 2024
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103\\ Project Management 101: Seven Step...

Rebecca Ward, CID | Interior Designer, Interior Design Mentor, Designers Coach
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Are you struggling to keep your interior design projects running smoothly?

Worry no more! I've got it covered.

In this episode, I share the tried-and-tested Seven-Step Process I use in my design firm, Rebecca Ward Design, to help you manage your projects more efficiently and effectively. I walk you through each step—from gathering crucial information to presenting your design and overseeing implementation—so you can deliver beautiful, on-time results that impress your clients and within budget.

Whether you are approaching your first project or collaborating with a designer for the first time, this will give you a clear roadmap to manage your project confidently and easily.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to transform your project management skills—tune in now, and let’s make your next design project a success!

Why you’ve got to check out today’s episode:

  • Learn how to organize every phase of the design project, from the first consultation to the final reveal, ensuring nothing is overlooked
  • Discover tools and strategies to keep projects on track, manage time, and stay within budget, making your work easier and more professional
  • Refine your current process to ensure that your projects not only meet but exceed your client's needs and expectations

Check out the show notes >>> Project Management 101: Seven Steps to a Stress-Free Interior Design Projects

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