I have been thinking of starting a decorating and house staging business. I think it may be the best way for me to get the experience I need to get into a good company. I know that sounds strange but because many states require that I take and pass the NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Education) I need to have 2 years of work experience under someone who also has passed the test, so now you see where my thinking comes in.
Anyway I think if I can prove that I can handle clients and work with people it may help me land that job after I graduate. Home stageing is something I have always been interested in so it works well for me. I have spent some time thinking of ways I can get the word out once I can get things going. I thought sending Business Christmas Cards or general holiday cards to people from a mailing list might help me get some interested clients. I want to do something different and unique that will get their attention. I may even include a discount coupon or something. The good thing is that I wouldn’t have to charge a ton of money for it either. I could do a free walk though and then offer the price for my services.
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Tags: Decorating, design, home, Interior staging
August 25th, 2008 at 3:46 pm
My sister-in-law does some staging work for a Realtor. She’d done the house her grandparent’s are trying to sell and the Realtor was impressed enough to ask her to do some others.
August 25th, 2008 at 10:49 pm
Holly, I want to encourage you to not give up on your dream. My situation is a little different but it might help you out a little. I started an online design business selling to the trade only fabrics and wallpapers. The thing I notice in my business that has brought me return customers is that I am honest and I care about people. It really makes the difference. Yes, perserverance will pay off and if that is what you want to do just keep doing a little bit each day and you will be very successful. I really enjoyed reading your blog and wish you much success.
August 26th, 2008 at 9:28 am
Thanks for stoppiong by and for the great advice. I am by nature a careing and honest person so I think I have that part covered.