Ep.01 - Let's Talk Vendor Relations

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the first episode of the Business of Beautiful Spaces Podcast! My name is Laura Thornton, and I am an interior designer with over 20 years of experience in the field.Let’s talk Vendor relations!In this podcast, our aim is to provide valuable insights and advice to help other interior designers navigate the complex world of vendor relations and product specification. Whether you're just starting out or have been in the business for a while, this podcast is for you.Today's episode will focus on the importance of developing strong relationships with vendors and specifying the right products for your clients. In the world of interior design, having strong relationships with vendors and suppliers can be the key to success. Not only can these relationships help you source the right products for your clients, but they can also help you stay informed about new products, trends, and innovations in the industry.In just one focused hour, we’ll dive into whatever you need most—pricing strategies, client management, attracting high-end clients or building repeat business. You’ll get clarity, strategy, and expert advice based on my 27+ years of running a thriving, seven-figure design firm.This is your chance to get real answers to the questions you’ve been dying to ask—from someone who’s actually been there.Book your session as you need it—no strings attached. Step-by-step guides, AI Chat GPT Made Simple and Claude Made Simple, start at the very beginning and then walk you through building your own role-based AI assistants, complete with prompts, checklists, and plug-and-play workflows you can implement immediately. Get both guides (and more designer resources) here: https://thebusinessofbeautifulspaces.com/designer-resourcesBe sure to follow along on Instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspaces + @thorntondesign to stay up to date on what we're talking about next week. If you love our podcast, please, please, please leave us a review. If you have any questions or topic ideas OR you wish to be a guest email us [email protected] or find us on instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspacesLaura Thornton is the  principle designer of Thornton Design Inc, located in Kleinburg, ON.  Since founding the company in 1999, Laura has been committed to creating a new kind of interior design experience for her clients. Thornton Design is an experienced team of creative talents, focused on curating beautiful residential and commercial spaces in the Toronto, Ontario area and beyond. Now sharing all the years of experience with other interior designers to create a world of collaboration and less competition. The Business of Beautiful Spaces  I @thebusinessofbeautifulspacesThornton Design                                      I @thorntondesign