113: Don't Call Them Hacks - Tips for Pre-Construction, Billable Time, and Productivity

Hot Young Designers Club | Interior Design Business Podcast

01-03-2024 • 1 hr 16 mins

What tools and apps can help me with time tracking and invoicing? How do I organize my notes and stay organized? Is an iPad worth it for work? How can it be used effectively? Tune in as we share some of our tried-and-true methods for staying organized and productive. With some small adjustments to your processes, these small methods can make a big difference for your business. Just don't call them hacks!

In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun discuss:

Tools and apps that can help with time tracking – Harvest app, GoodNotes
Tips for using technology effectively during meetings
Value of iPads for work
Using Canvas to take measurements during home consultations
How to determine if a remodel makes financial sense
Useful tools for site visits and consultations
Strategies for note-taking, file sharing, and collaborating on projects remotely
When should a contractor be brought in – during initial consultations or after the design process
Getting early cost estimates and feasibility studies from contractors before fully developing design plans
How to work with clients to establish a realistic budget and avoid cost overruns

Mentioned:

Amazon Salad Bar: https://amzn.to/3SnWeAO

Harvest App: Time Tracking Software With Invoicing | Harvest

Good Notes app: Goodnotes | Notes Reimagined | Note-Taking App

Canvas app for home measurements: The easiest way to get as-builts | Canvas

Tankersley Construction Episode: ‎Hot Young Designers Club 105: A Conversation with Tankersley Construction

Cost vs. value remodeling guide: Cost vs. Value 2023 | National

Rebecca’s Upwork Freelancer for Chief Architect: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~012a205720d9c6bb42

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