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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
About this episode

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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