LuAnn Nigara

LuAnn Nigara LuAnn Nigara, host of A Well-Designed Business podcast, interviews leaders in the interior design in

Every week designers tell me they dream of taking on whole-home construction projects, but they're not sure how to get t...
01/12/2025

Every week designers tell me they dream of taking on whole-home construction projects, but they're not sure how to get there. Sound familiar?

That's exactly why Kathleen Anderson teaches Design for Construction 201 at LuAnn University. With hundreds of successful construction projects under her belt, she knows exactly what it takes to confidently lead these projects — and more importantly — how to teach you to do the same.

From pre-construction to the final punch, learn how to confidently manage design for construction projects, including pricing structures, technical details, and real-world expertise to become the go-to designer that clients and builders trust. Plus, you'll earn 6 CEU credits. Sounds like a big heck YES to me!

Ready to make those dream projects your reality? Reserve your spot now at luannnigara.com/design-for-construction-201/

Meet Kimberly Horton — HGTV Designer of the Year and the brilliant mind behind our Wholesale for Profit course at LuAnn ...
01/11/2025

Meet Kimberly Horton — HGTV Designer of the Year and the brilliant mind behind our Wholesale for Profit course at LuAnn University. This is us last summer at the New Jersey Power Talk Friday Tour stop.

Want to know what's incredible? She grew her design business revenue from $8K to $300K by mastering wholesale practices. Now, she's ready to show you exactly how she did it.

This isn't just theory — Kim has spent nearly a decade perfecting these strategies in her successful design business. She knows the challenges, the pitfalls, and most importantly, the solutions that actually work.

Ready to transform your sourcing strategy and boost your bottom line? Join us for this 5-week journey to wholesale expertise. Classes begin soon. Reserve your spot now at luannnigara.com/wholesale-101/

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Interior designers, are you ready to transform how you think about pricing your design services? Join me at Window Works...
01/10/2025

Interior designers, are you ready to transform how you think about pricing your design services?

Join me at Window Works on February 3rd for an exclusive Lunch & Learn with a powerhouse industry leader: award-winning architect and interior designer Anastasia Harrison of AHD&Co.

Get ready for an open, honest discussion about:
👉 Choosing the right fee structure
👉 Communicating your value with confidence
👉 Setting clear boundaries for profitability

Limited seats are available! Reserve your spot now ➡️ loom.ly/EWyl6nI

AHD & CO

Hey everyone! I'm excited to share a special throwback episode of "A Well-Designed Business." This week, we have the ama...
01/10/2025

Hey everyone! I'm excited to share a special throwback episode of "A Well-Designed Business." This week, we have the amazing Amber De La Garza stepping in to introduce the show!

Join us as we dive back into one of your favorite episodes from 2022, where I discuss the importance of goal setting and share actionable advice to help you kickstart your year with intention. Whether you're a longtime listener or new to the podcast, this episode is packed with insights that are perfect for the New Year!

✨ Get ready to be inspired and refocus your goals!

Tune in and let’s make 2025 our best year yet! 🎉

Last year, I had the opportunity to turn the tables and be a guest on several podcasts...it took me right back to the fi...
01/10/2025

Last year, I had the opportunity to turn the tables and be a guest on several podcasts...it took me right back to the first show I did all those years ago that gave me the spark to start A Well-Designed Business.

One of my favorites was with Katie Decker-Erickson - who hosted a roundtable discussion on her Success by Design podcast with Dr. Jennifer Chukwujekwe, Rick Campos, and myself. We dove into the future of interior design in 2025 with some of our industry's most timely topics. Now 2025 is here, so it's definitely time to listen! 💚

Listen now at loom.ly/_IXxPz8

📢 When It’s Time to Say NoAs a designer, you’ve been there:👉 Unrealistic budgets.👉 Scope creep.👉 Clients who don’t seem ...
01/07/2025

📢 When It’s Time to Say No

As a designer, you’ve been there:
👉 Unrealistic budgets.
👉 Scope creep.
👉 Clients who don’t seem to understand what you do—or what it takes to create beautiful, functional spaces.

So, how do you handle it when things go off the rails?

On today’s A Well-Designed Business, I’m breaking it down:
✅ What NOT to do when it’s time to say no.
✅ How to end a client relationship with clarity and kindness.
✅ Strategies for keeping boundary-pushing clients in check.

💡 Sometimes, the most professional thing you can do is walk away. This episode will teach you how to do it with integrity and protect your business in the process.

🎧 Listen now!

It's the first Monday of the year, so today, let's not just motivate...but CELEBRATE! 💚✨ What's one win you're proud of ...
01/06/2025

It's the first Monday of the year, so today, let's not just motivate...but CELEBRATE! 💚✨

What's one win you're proud of from 2024? Big or small, every achievement counts — whether it's landing that dream project, hitting a revenue goal, or finally streamlining your project management system... Now, let's talk 2025 ambitions. What's one goal that makes you excited (and maybe a little nervous)?

Share both in the comments! 👇

I just wrapped up an exciting episode of Window Treatments for Profit where I tackled a challenge we all face: pricing! ...
01/06/2025

I just wrapped up an exciting episode of Window Treatments for Profit where I tackled a challenge we all face: pricing! 💰

Ever had a client ask, "Can you do better?" 🤔 It’s a question that can bring up all kinds of feelings, but let’s remember—your price reflects your value, expertise, and the quality of your work! ✨

In this episode, I share my insights on how to confidently stand by your quotes and not get swayed by competitors. It’s all about believing in what you bring to the table and knowing that when you price too low, you not only undervalue your talent but set a hard-to-change precedent. 📉

Join me as we explore effective strategies to handle pricing objections and ensure your business thrives! 💪

Listen now and let’s elevate our game together! 🎧✨

Join me this week as I sit down with Amy Posner, a business coach who’s spent years helping freelancers and entrepreneur...
01/03/2025

Join me this week as I sit down with Amy Posner, a business coach who’s spent years helping freelancers and entrepreneurs take control of their businesses 🏢

Amy and I are talking about what it takes to lead your projects with confidence that shows your clients your value and helps you navigate whatever comes your way ✅️

Tune in to discover how to stop being an order-taker and start being an expert 🎧️

Cheers to a New Year! Vin and I are raising our glasses to you! 🥂 I am so honored to be surrounded by amazing interior d...
01/01/2025

Cheers to a New Year! Vin and I are raising our glasses to you! 🥂 I am so honored to be surrounded by amazing interior designers, window treatment professionals, and so many incredible business people who make every day of this journey meaningful.

As we welcome 2025, I'm grateful to each of you who have shared your stories, celebrated your wins, and trusted me to be part of your business growth. Whether you've been a long-time listener of the podcast, a student at LuAnn University, or just discovered our community this year, you make this mission possible.

Here's to making 2025 your most successful year yet! Decide to be excellent. 💚

Looking for direction in your business? Like Ol' Barney, as the Barnegat Lighthouse is known, LuAnn University can be yo...
12/31/2024

Looking for direction in your business? Like Ol' Barney, as the Barnegat Lighthouse is known, LuAnn University can be your beacon (if only it were green 💚 😉). These courses, taught by the best in the industry, can help you navigate the complexities of pricing, procurement, building a team, and more — illuminating the path that leads to sustainable success with proven systems and strategies.

If you still need a sign, check out that little blackbird in the tree — a symbol of wisdom chirping at you to get that early bird deal before it's gone... Register for any 5-week course by TONIGHT to get access to my exclusive workshop with Amber De La Garza.

Don't miss out. Visit luannnigara.com/lu/ get started!

🎉 2024—it’s been a year of lessons, growth, and gratitude. In today’s episode, I’m reflecting on the milestones we’ve re...
12/31/2024

🎉 2024—it’s been a year of lessons, growth, and gratitude. In today’s episode, I’m reflecting on the milestones we’ve reached, the insights we’ve gained, and the challenges we’ve overcome. And as we step into 2025, I’m sharing a challenge for you: Define your vision for success, commit to excellence, and celebrate every win along the way.

What’s one thing you’re proud of from this year? Let’s cheer each other on and start 2025 on the right foot! 👏

🎧 Listen now!

I love the week between Christmas and the New Year. It's calm and peaceful, yet exciting and full of hope for what the n...
12/30/2024

I love the week between Christmas and the New Year. It's calm and peaceful, yet exciting and full of hope for what the next year will bring.

As entrepreneurs, I know many of you are thinking about goals and setting yourself up for success in 2025. But here's the thing — having a successful year is not about wishful thinking or vague resolutions.

Success starts with clarity. It starts with knowing where you are at this moment in time. It starts with knowing what you want in this moment in time. Then, and only then, can you know how to get there.

These are questions we need to ask ourselves each year as we plan for our continued success. And I have a podcast episode that can help. In Episode 1038 of A Well Designed Business I walk you through a series of questions to help you get the clarity you need to start 2025 off on the right foot.

There's still time to set yourself up for a great year ahead. Listen now 👉 luannnigara.com/1038-what-would-lu-do-make-2025-your-year/

It's the season of giving, and I've still got some surprises up my sleeve... 🎁 How does a free 5-week LuAnn University c...
12/28/2024

It's the season of giving, and I've still got some surprises up my sleeve... 🎁 How does a free 5-week LuAnn University course sound?

It could be yours just by joining me and Vita Vygovska of Vitalia Inc. Custom Luxury Window Treatments on January 14th, 2025 for an exclusive conversation on Mastering the Art of Selling Luxury. We'll dive deep into luxury sales strategies, from crafting personalized approaches to closing high-value deals with ultra-high-net-worth clients, and all present attendees are entered to win!

Your $25 registration gives you access to proven techniques for positioning your design firm in the luxury market, entry to the Lu U course raffle, and also supports the ASID PA East Visionary Design Scholarship and Marvin's Home. Now that's a gift that keeps on giving!

Register now and attend to win ➡️ loom.ly/al3hCYY

Vitalia, Inc. Window Treatments

This year has given me so many gifts— big and small — the 1000th episode, amazing industry events and bucket list trips,...
12/27/2024

This year has given me so many gifts— big and small — the 1000th episode, amazing industry events and bucket list trips, new podcast series, SO many thoughtful guests, beautiful beach walks, time with my family...I could go on and on.

One gift I'm so excited to share is that A Well-Designed Business was named #1 on the FeedSpot list of Best Interior Design Podcasts. How cool is that?! Honestly, while the accolade is exciting, the real reward is seeing YOU and YOUR successful businesses grow and profit — seeing and hearing about how you all Decide to be Excellent!

Thank you all for listening, following along, and being a part of another great year here!

Check out FeedSpot's list here: loom.ly/5snnl-k

In this week’s on air strategy session, I’m joined by Melanie Lybrand, founder of Happy Home Interiors ⭐️After attending...
12/27/2024

In this week’s on air strategy session, I’m joined by Melanie Lybrand, founder of Happy Home Interiors ⭐️

After attending an event and receiving an eye-opening aha, Melanie found herself slipping back into old patterns, questioning herself and doubting her ability to raise her rates ✅️

Tune in to hear how I help her conquer the fear and commit to taking action 💯

Christmas Eve is one of my favorite holidays — and one Vin and I love to host. This photo is from a few years ago, but l...
12/24/2024

Christmas Eve is one of my favorite holidays — and one Vin and I love to host. This photo is from a few years ago, but let's be honest, we keep it pretty traditional, meaning most years look the same. It's a true Italian feast, so I'll be in the kitchen all day preparing...and wouldn't have it any other way!

Whatever your holiday traditions, I hope they bring you joy!

From my family to yours, Merry Christmas! 💚

🎙️✨ Exciting News! ✨🎙️I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the incredible NeKeia McSwain in our latest episode o...
12/24/2024

🎙️✨ Exciting News! ✨🎙️

I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the incredible NeKeia McSwain in our latest episode of A Well Designed Business! We dove deep into the importance of authenticity in our industry and how staying true to oneself can create stronger connections and collaborations.

NeKeia shared her journey of embracing her true self and the powerful lessons she's learned along the way. From navigating industry challenges to fostering genuine relationships, her insights are truly inspiring! 💪🏽

Join us as we explore how authenticity can transform both personal and professional relationships. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this conversation!
👉🏼 Tune in now! Link in bio!

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