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In a world full of voices, what makes yours unique? This panel dives into the art of being memorable by honing in on what sets you apart, whether in conversations as a podcast guest, with industry peers, press, or clients. Register today to hear TDA Founder, Beth Bender, and other industry leaders speak at High Point Furniture Market Oct. 28.
During your High Point Furniture Market visit, come see TDA President, Ruth Ann Janson, and other industry leaders break down how best to stand out in the interior design industry.
When it comes to your website’s health and analytics, do you know where you stand? Do you know which metrics are crucial for your success? In this post, we’re highlighting the nine key metrics of our website health report so you can gain a clear understanding of your site’s performance.
Many designers, weary of handling purchase orders, are now outsourcing the procurement process. Could this approach benefit you as well?
Ruth Ann Janson joined the 2024 CASE Conference to share her extensive expertise and transformative insights aimed at elevating your interior design business. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, offering strategies and tips that can help interior designers refine their craft, enhance their business acumen, and achieve greater success in the competitive world of interior design.
Our President, Ruth Ann Janson, dives deep into the intricacies of building a thriving interior design business in today’s market.
When choosing the most effective billing & pricing structure for your design firm and clients, learn the benefits and drawbacks of each from our President Ruth Ann Janson—a conversation moderated by Jane Dagmi at Feizy Rugs Showroom at High Point Market.
Ruth Ann Janson presented her online workshop for BOH on “Weathering an Economic Shift” and shared her expertise on navigating economic challenges and streamlining your systems to ensure stability. Attendees garnered a deeper understanding of the ins and outs of a good-standing business.
Creating a solid foundation for financials is essential to your design firm’s growth and success! Co-Founder and Principal, Beth Bender, and Founder and Principal, Traci Connell, of Traci Connell Interiors discussed the building blocks and streamlining of a firm's financials. A High Point Market event hosted by Universal Furniture.
We are thrilled to announce that Ruth Ann Janson, our President & Head of Financial and Marketing Services, has been selected as a finalist for D CEO’s Financial Executive 2023 Awards! Her exceptional leadership and unparalleled expertise have led The Dove Agency to new levels of growth, and we are immensely proud to have her as our leader. Congratulations, Ruth Ann, on this well-deserved recognition!
Following two dynamic years, the interior design industry appears to be cooling off. Discover how to identify if your business is experiencing a slowdown and learn what steps to take.
Revitalizing your interior design business’s finances doesn’t have to be a long, drawn-out process. With a few strategic adjustments, you can improve your bottom line and set your business on a path to greater profitability.
Navigating the intricacies of sales tax can be tedious and, let's face it, downright boring. But while it might not be the most exciting aspect of running a business, getting your sales tax right is crucial.
Are you ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Join us for an exclusive webinar where we share crucial strategies to help you soar in the competitive world of interior design.
To shed light on the trends and developments that will shape the interior design landscape in the coming year, Business Of Home turned to industry leaders who are not only attuned to the pulse of the industry but are also instrumental in shaping its future.
Designers share the importance of participating in events like Kips Bay while acknowledging the significance and impact of having the support of an outside team.
While inflation's influence on businesses and consumers is a hot topic in today's financial landscape, it appears to be the silent guest in the design industry. But why is this so? In this blog post, we'll explore the subtle ways inflation has seeped into the design sector and why, for now, it's met with relative indifference. Is this the calm before the storm, or does the design industry hold secrets to resilience that we've yet to uncover?
From the integration of smart homes and sustainable practices to the reinvention of spaces in response to global shifts, the future is nothing short of a masterpiece in the making. Join us as we envision and celebrate the exciting path that interior design is set to tread, offering insights into the trends, concepts, and technologies that will redefine our homes and spaces in the years to come.
There is an intricate world working tirelessly behind the scenes of the interior design industry to bring the functional and the beautiful to life. Our support and service are behind the scenes, where the magic of design takes shape through the meticulous coordination of back-end operations. In this blog post, we’re pulling back the curtains to reveal the essential components that form the backbone of our clients’ excellence.
In this video blog post, we share the values and milestones that drive us to champion our clients’ dreams, visions, and inspirations. From the very inception of our agency to our ongoing commitment to innovation, collaboration, and empowerment, discover why The Dove Agency has become a steadfast pillar in the world of interior design.
Now is the perfect time to start thinking about your client's gifts for the upcoming season. Client gifts do much more than help spread holiday cheer — they can benefit your business success long term.
The vast world of website data and analytics can be a tough one to manage. Here at The Dove Agency, we help you decipher your analytics while staying up-to-date with all the latest software and trends in the analytics field to ensure your company is covered.
Does flat-fee billing really mean that you say goodbye to tracking hours spent on each project? There is more to the story than you think.
For someone who has not had the pleasure of working with you yet, how would they perceive your brand if they visited your social media profiles or your website? Your interior design branding defines how people see and feel how you run your business.
Designers today are being pulled in a million directions and are often understaffed and overworked. When is the right time to hire, and, more importantly, who is the right person to hire?
The Dove Agency's public relations and brand development teams work together strategically to position clients for press success! In order to be ready for our PR pros to dive into pitching for editorial opportunities, we advise clients to be "pitch-perfect." Today, on The Nest, we're sharing some practical tools that will have you "pitch-perfect" in no time.
Much time and effort are spent by Designers managing the cost of goods and products they purchase for re-sell to their clients. Rightfully so, as vendor purchases are high dollar and represent an overwhelming majority of cash outflow for a Designer in any given month. General and administrative or “business” expenses tend to be scrutinized less by Designers and can really cut into profits when they aren’t properly monitored.
All of The Dove Agency's marketing services are centered around our core offering of Strategy Development. Whether you are interested in our marketing services for public relations, brand development, website design or somewhere in between, we will always begin with building a strategic marketing plan for your firm.
One service we provide on the Financial Services side of the business is preparing and sending monthly financial reports to our clients. Many times, especially with new clients, we set up calls to walk designers through their reports and really help them understand their numbers.
An Integrated Accounting and Project Management system means the project details that drive your financial accounts are all maintained in one system.