162: How to Get Your Interior Design Firm Found by AI

In this essential episode, you're diving into the new frontier of AI-powered search and learning exactly how to make your interior design firm not just visible but preferred by ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and other AI search tools. Melissa walks you through why traditional SEO is no longer enough and shares the top 10 strategies to ensure your design business shows up when future clients ask AI who the best designer in their city is. You'll discover the importance of authority language, consistent branding, optimized metadata, and content that educates (not just inspires). Melissa also shares how to audit your online presence and provides a simple way to test your current AI visibility. With the rapid evolution of AI, you've got a narrow window to get ahead—and this episode is your roadmap to owning that competitive edge. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL HEAR: (04:08) Why AI search is fundamentally different from Google—and what it means for designers (07:37) The 10 keys to getting your design firm found by AI, starting with brand positioning (09:00) How weak language (like "help") is killing your credibility and visibility (14:19) The power of location anchoring and why geography now matters more than ever (15:13) How press and media mentions now signal authority to AI tools (23:43) Why AI-readable assets like transcripts and consistent formatting boost your searchability SUPPORTING RESOURCES: MelissaGalt.com/events — VIP Designer Branding Retreat and Marketing Reboot in Scottsdale, November 12–14, 2025 When you're ready to step into a bigger vision in your design business and create exceptional results and celebrations, book-a-call to explore how coaching can take you there faster, with a solid plan, proven process, and smart strategies.