235. Who’s in Charge Here? (Hint: It Should Be You)
Today, we are going to talk about a question I know you’ve silently asked yourself: “Who’s really in charge here?” And more importantly, “How do I stay in charge of the part I am leading without turning every job site project into a tug of war?” Learn how clarity, confidence, and consistent communication will help you take the lead — even when no one hands it to you. Join the waitlist for my course here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/construction-management-interior-designers Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/in-charge
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234. Luxury Is a Long Game: Relationship Marketing with Vita Vygovska
If you've been wanting to break into the luxury market, or even if you already are there, today's episode is for you! Today, I am sharing a conversation with my friend, Vitalia (Vita) Vygovska. Vita grew her business from grass-roots marketing strategies that all of us can employ immediately in our business, and no one knows the luxury market like Vita. Vitalia (Vita) Vygovska is the founder and CEO of Vitalia Inc., a distinguished custom luxury window treatment atelier serving AD-featured designers, renowned architects, and leading hospitality groups. Through meticulous attention to detail and signature turnkey approach, Vitalia Inc consistently delivers magazine-worthy results, while helping clients realize 20% margin gains. Vitalia Inc.'s skills have been deployed on award winning projects, including Palm Beach estates, Philadelphia & NYC Penthouses, ocean-front villas, and boutique hospitality gems. Today, you will learn: Why relationship marketing is essential to attracting and keeping high-end clients How to approach networking to trades that position you as a valued collaborator How to clarify your values and align your marketing to attract your ideal clients Find out more about Vita and connect with her here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitalia_inc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitaliainc/ Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/luxury-marketing
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233. The Real Cost of Being "Too Nice"
I tell people all the time that no answer is an answer. No boundaries allow a free for all. No structure allows someone else to create it for you. All of this can be prevented by being clear on what you want, the values you bring, and the relationship you want to establish. Today we’re going to talk about how we train people in our lives, whether it’s clients, contractors, or architects, and how we are accidentally training them to undervalue us. The good news is that this can be stopped by you, because it’s completely under your control. Join the waitlist for my course here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/construction-management-interior-designers Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/cost-of-being-too-nice
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232. Booked, Busy, and Borderline Burned Out
If your schedule is feeling tight, or your fall is filling up way faster than you’d like or feeling pressure to take on just one more project, then today’s episode is for you! Scheduling can have an impact on the success of your projects, the health of your business, as well as your sanity. It’s all about scheduling, no matter how experienced you are or how many systems you have in place. And how you handle it and lead your clients through it, how you protect your calendar, that is where the real skills lie. Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/busy-booked-burned-out
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231. The One Question That Will Transform Your Proposals
There is a powerful, yet overlooked question that you should ask yourself every time you start developing a proposal for your client: “So what?” Whether you’re listing deliverables, defining construction roles, or setting your fees, this question forces you to clarify the purpose, value, and outcome of every line in your scope. If you've ever had a client question why you’re needed on site—or why your fee is what it is—this episode is for you. Learn how to build trust, eliminate confusion, and finally land the jobs you want. Join the waitlist for my course here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/construction-management-interior-designers Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/one-question-to-transform-proposals
Welcome to Only Girl On The Jobsite, the podcast for designers ready to step up their project management game and make confident decisions on the jobsite.
I'm your host, Renée Biery, an interior designer with 30 years of experience navigating the world of construction. This podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the ups and downs of jobsite management, working with contractors, and overcoming common pitfalls that can derail a project. Each episode will empower you with actionable advice and real-world lessons to make your projects run smoothly.
Ready to elevate your jobsite skills? Start listening, and discover how you can make every project a success. Learn more at www.deVignierdesign.com.