132: Awkward Money Conversations, It's not the client - it's you!

Talking about money with clients can be super awkward. But here’s the thing, the real problem might not be the clients, it could be you! In this episode, Shaun and Rebecca discuss their experiences and approaches to navigating these tricky money conversations with clients. They also share their new Interior Design Client Questionnaire tool that makes those money talks a lot less awkward. In this episode, they discuss:How to have less awkward conversations with clients about money and budgetsStarting budget conversations early to avoid surprises laterClients often have outdated information about costs, based on what their family members paid in the pastExamples of clients being disappointed when the actual project costs are much higher than they expectedInterior design client questionnaire with over 100 questions to guide client discussionsStrategies to screen out clients with unrealistic budgets early onTips for staying calm when clients react to unexpected prices and how to educate them on costsMentioned:See what’s new on our Blog: https://hotyoungdesignersclub.com/blog/Submit one of your projects to be featured on our Blog: https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/65eb93c448cd67003a74507aHave you checked out our new Interior Design Client Questionnaire: https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/products/interior-design-client-questionnaireFurnishing Budget Calculator: https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/products/furnishing-budget-calculatorClient Purchasing Guide: https://shop.hotyoungdesignersclub.com/products/client-purchasing-guideOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, & Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s InstagramShaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on Patreon Design Resources - Check out our shop