The Process Driven Designer

I recently had a few great conversations with colleagues on keeping track of clients and workflow. The key is a great to do list! www.Asana.com Suggested episodes: 58: Finding Balance and Being Present 57: Balancing Seasons, Business, and Life with Cindy Funes 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 7: Collaborating with a Remote Team 6: Work-life Balance 5: Efficiency and Profitability 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Balance can be tricky and it doesn't look the same for everyone. Balance is found in discipline and in looking at the big picture rather than the finite details. Contracts class: Sign up HERE! Suggested episodes: 57: Balancing Seasons, Business, and Life with Cindy Funes 45: Latest Updates and Passions 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 6: Work-life Balance Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Cindy Funes of Garden Revelry joins me to talk about her business systems and how she balances the seasonality of the container business. Be sure to check out her work and tune into her upcoming course offerings! gardenrevelry.com @gardenrevelry Suggested episodes: 54: Growing Knowledge and Being Curious 53: Hiring the Right Team for Growth 51: Balancing New Opportunities and Growing with Sara Meier 45: Latest Updates and Passions 44: Nailing your Niche with Rebecca West 30: Teamwork 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 6: Work-life Balance 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

It is likely that when you started your business you had a vision for something bigger, something greater, something more fulfilling than what you were doing at the time. Is your business fulfilling that vision? Suggested episodes: 55: Graphics skills to Communicate Design Vision with Lisa Nunamaker 54: Growing Knowledge and Being Curious 50: Mental Health and Growth- Kelley Oklesson 47: Starting Energy 45: Latest Updates and Passions 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 29: Switching Careers and Finding Transferable Skills with Courtney Olander 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 19: Deliberate not Perfect-Calming the Voice of Perfectionism 14: Year-End Planning 13: Delivering on Expectations 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden 6: Work-life Balance 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Lisa Nunamaker of Paper Garden Workshop joins me once again, this time to discuss her transition full time to Paper Garden Workshop and how she teaches graphics to empower people with the skills to give them confidence to support themselves and follow their dreams. ‘When you feel comfortable drawing your vision then you feel comfortable saying I can actually do this’- Lisa 'Its ok to grow slowly'. Lisa https://www.papergardenworkshop.com/ Previous episodes with Lisa: 34: ⁠Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker⁠ 33: ⁠Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker⁠ Suggested episodes: 45: Latest Updates and Passions 28: The Value of Networking 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 12: Design Presentation 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

I think one of the biggest factors in knowledge growth is curiosity. Curiosity helps motivate me to acquire new knowledge and to ask questions. Here are some of my favorite people to seek new ideas and knowledge from. Suggested episodes: 45: Latest Updates and Passions 44: Nailing your Niche with Rebecca West 41:⁠ Maintaining Engagement after Installation with Mardi Dover⁠ 38: The Power of Environment- Learning Through Osmosis 37: The Power of Education and Where it Falls Short 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 31: Business Acquisitions with Rodrigo Frias 23: Credentials and Licenses- What They Mean and are They Worth it 18: Artistry of Design Pt 2 with Lisa Bauer 17: Artistry of Design Pt 1 with Lisa Bauer 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Finding the right people to help you in your business mission will create growth pathways far beyond what you can do alone. To sign up for the live event on February 29th on Contracts, Billing, and Estimating⁠⁠ go here⁠⁠! Use code podcast24 for a discount! Suggested episodes: 40: What’s in a Contract? 30: Teamwork 20: Building Brand 13: Delivering on Expectations 7: Collaborating with a Remote Team 5: Efficiency and Profitability 4: Building a Business Through Referrals Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Developing a good money mindset is a big part of growing as an entrepreneur and designer. Understanding costs, and billables, and being able to discuss it all confidently is part of the growing up process of your business and you as a professional. To sign up for the live event on February 29th on Contracts, Billing, and Estimating⁠ go here⁠! Use code podcast24 for a discount! Suggested episodes: 48: My Story 45: Latest Updates and Passions 43: Updating and Revising your Contracts with Naomi Goodman 40: What’s in a Contract? 13: Delivering on Expectations 5: Efficiency and Profitability 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco & @ProcessDrivenDesigner. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Sara Meier of GreenThumb SAM joins me once again! We discuss setting goals for growth, finding inspiration, and setting boundaries and rules to stay on track. Listen to her previous episode #24 here. Follow Sara @GreenThumbSAM and check out the list of people and organizations inspiring her below. Links: Apld Predeaux Design Pangea Express Topophyla Kanvas Design Lusan Landscaping Cascade Gardens Fredrickson Landscape Whole Gardens NW Banyon TreeDesign Botanical Living Beewise Gardens Paper Garden Workshop Gardens everyone talks about Ardent Gardener Groundsmith Collective SVS Landscape Design Adam Grant- Hidden Potential Suggested episodes: 50: Mental Health and Growth- Kelley Oklesson 49: Kindness is a SuperPower – with Kelley Oklesson 45: Latest Updates and Passions 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 28: The Value of Networking 24: Process for Efficiency in Hand Drafting with Sara Meier 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 6: Work-life Balance 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Part 2 of my conversation with Kelley Oklesson, owner of Groundsmith Collective dives into growing as a business owner and designer and taking charge of mental health. She shares her struggles and how she supports emerging professionals and becomes the bridge for them to take their desires and ideas into reality and craft a career that will support them and the growing landscape design community. She strives to leave a positive mark on the profession through mentorship and harnessing her power of kindness and empathy. References from the episode: Podcasts: Design Matters Hidden Brain Ted Radio Hour On Being 99% Invisible Freakonomics How I Built This The Landscape Nerd Divine Unmuted Books In the Company of Women Atomic Habits Wonder Drug - Stephen Trzeciak, M.D. The Human Element Originals - Adam Grant "innovation, creativity, and systemic solutions grow in the gaps between the disciplines" Mickey Fern, Former Deputy Director of the National Park Service Follow and connect with Kelley! ⁠https://groundsmithcollective.com ⁠ Instagram ⁠@groundsmithcollective⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Kelley Oklesson the owner of Groundsmith Collective and I discuss the power of mentorship, and how she leads her team and mentors upcoming design professionals with kindness, empathy, and positivity. She unlocked the secret to combatting the loneliness of entrepreneurship by becoming the mentor we all needed when we were starting out. Tune back into part 2 as we dive into mental health, finding inspiration, and leaving a positive mark on the profession. Quotes "young people are the antidote to hopelessness...they believe the world is a changeable place." Jason Reynolds, Author Follow and connect with Kelley! https://groundsmithcollective.com Instagram @groundsmithcollective --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Everyone starts as a beginner at some point. Here I share with you my path to where I am today, the experiences I got along the way, and how I started my design business. Suggested episodes: 45: Latest Updates and Passions 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 38: The Power of Environment- Learning Through Osmosis 37: The Power of Education and Where it Falls Short 36: Finding New Clients 30: Teamwork 29: Switching Careers and Finding Transferable Skills with Courtney Olander 28: The Value of Networking 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 20: Building Brand 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden 9: Defining your Ideal Client 6: Work-life Balance 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

The new year brings with it some magical energy of new beginnings and fresh starts. What are you going to do with that energy? I've got some big plans with mine! Want the latest class or download? Use code podcast24 for 10% off! Suggested episodes: 45: Latest Updates and Passions 44: Nailing your Niche with Rebecca West 43: Updating and Revising your Contracts with Naomi Goodman 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 14: Year-End Planning 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 6: Work-life Balance 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Join me in talking to Paul Balint the owner of Structure and Tree Outdoor Lighting. We discuss tips and tricks for better lighting design and installation in addition to some of our favorite fixures. Find out more about Structure and Tree on their website or on social @Structure_and_Tree Suggested episodes: 35: Designing Experiences 28: The Value of Networking 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

I have some really exciting new offers as well as some gratitude to share with all of my fellow designers. Check out the Designer Shop for offerings and use the code podcast23 for a discount. Remember to tag @theprocessdrivendesigner on your Instagram post 'When I was a newbie' Suggested episodes: 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 29: Switching Careers and Finding Transferable Skills with Courtney Olander 28: The Value of Networking 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 21: Site Measurement Process 19: Deliberate not Perfect-Calming the Voice of Perfectionism 14: Year-End Planning 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden 10: Navigating Sexism with Confidence and the Role of Mentorship 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Rebecca West is an Interior Designer, Author, and Business Coach. She joins me to discuss how designers regardless of industry can really hone in and best communicate to their clients what their niche and services are. find out more and follow Rebecca at https://seriouslyhappy.com/about/ Get the Nail Your Niche Handout Here! Suggested episodes: 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 40: What’s in a Contract? 36: Finding New Clients 20: Building Brand 9: Defining your Ideal Client 4: Building a Business Through Referrals Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Contracts are an integral part of our businesses. It is not only essential to have but also to review and revise on a regular basis. Naomi Goodman of Firecracker recently went through the process of updating her contracts and shares the approach she took and the key elements she advises all designers to look at for their contracts. Find out more about Naomi here: http://www.firecrackerdesignstudio.com/http://www.firecrackerdesignstudio.com/ and follow her on social @firecrackerdesignstudio Suggested episodes: 40: What’s in a Contract? 28: The Value of Networking 14: Year-End Planning 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

What is it that you love the most about what you do? For me, the creation and problem-solving really excite me, but I find the most joy in the outcome. The feedback from a client that they love spending time in their garden is what feels the best. My latest project that has me super excited is the Designer Shop on the courses page of my website where I have downloadable worksheets, webinars, and other resources. Visit the Designer Shop Use discount code podcast23 for $5 off your first purchase Suggested episodes: 41: Maintaining Engagement after Installation with Mardi Dover 20: Building Brand 14: Year-End Planning 6: Work-life Balance 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Maintaining engagement is so much more than follow-up, it creates opportunities to continue to serve our clients and provide value. Continually showing up in a consistent manner builds trust and develops lasting relationships. Mardi Dover founder and principal of Gardens by Mardi shares her process and some great insight into being of exceptional service to her clients and maintaining engagement. Find out more about Mardi here https://www.gardensbymardi.com/ https://www.mardidover.com/ and on social @gardensbymardi Suggested Episodes: 39: Empowerment and Decision-Making from the Client Perspective with Kathleen Burgler 35: Designing Experiences 32: Pros and Cons to the at Home Office Space 20: Building Brand 13: Delivering on Expectations 6: Work-life Balance 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message

Contracts- What are the common methods for presentation and what elements should be included? Most important is when to get an attorney involved to ensure your contract is written properly and provides you with the legal coverage you are looking for. Relevant Episodes: 13: Delivering on Expectations 5: Efficiency and Profitability 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kismet-design/message