169. Let's Talk About Stop Giving Away Design: 12 Things You’re Doing for Free That You Should Charge For

169. Let's Talk About Stop Giving Away Design: 12 Things You’re Doing for Free That You Should Charge For

May 4, 2026 · 21 min · Season 4 · Episode 169

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Laura discusses 12 common profit leaks in interior design businesses and how to set boundaries to avoid working for free.

Send us Fan Mail If you have ever looked up at the end of a project and wondered, “Where did my time go?”, this episode is for you. Laura breaks down 12 common profit leaks that quietly drain revenue in interior design businesses, often disguised as “good service” or “just being helpful.” From extra meetings and endless revisions to showroom visits, rush timelines, and unpaid install days, Laura shows you exactly where designers unintentionally work for free, and how to set boundaries that pr...

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