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Only Girl On The JobsiteThe Formula That’s Failing DesignersToday, we’re going to have a little bit of a wreckoning from something I hear all the time from designers, and it starts something like, “Renee, I use square footage pricing to develop my fees for construction management.” Or, sometimes it’s a tiered flat fee, or per number room, or a percentage. While I'm not here to tell you that pricing formulas don’t ever work, I am here to tell you this: the formulas you are using for your decorating projects are holding you back and underpricing you for construction. If you’ve ever gotten to the...2025-04-2922 min
Design Biz Survival Guide168: Renee Biery | Only Girl on the JobsiteToday we welcome Renee Biery, owner of Devignier Design based in Wilmington Delaware and host of the The Only Girl on the Job site Podcast. In this episode Renee shares her journey of design and how she developed a niche expertise in managing large scale construction from renovations to new builds. We dive deep into the benefits of embracing the construction side of design and the nuances of contributing to the construction process from a design perspective. Renee pays it forward to the design community by informing and empowering designers on how to be more confident on the job...2024-11-1851 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteExpanding Your Services Why And How To Get StartedThere is nothing I love more than hanging out with fellow designers and my recent webinar gave me that opportunity. What I love about it is realizing the commonalities that we all face - the good and the bad. One of the things that came up was expanding your decorating business to include construction management. Why that’s important and how to take the first steps. So today, we’re going to break that down! As always, if this episode leaves you with more questions than answers, please feel free to reach out to me...2024-10-0130 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteNot Just the Decorator The Essential Role of Women on Construction ProjectsAs the name of this podcast states, being the only girl on the jobsite can be difficult, and I know I’ve mentioned the challenges of this before, but I don’t always dive into the topic as much as I’d like to. Well today, we’re diving all the way in! As always, if this episode leaves you with more questions than answers, please feel free to reach out to me at renee@devignierdesign.com or shoot me a dm on social media! Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/role-of-wo...2024-09-1722 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteYour Scope of Work is the Key to ProfitabilityI hear everything from designers, from “I estimated 50 hours, and I’m now at 90. I’m totally upside down on my numbers.” to “I have no idea where to start” to “I totally messed this one up, Renee, and I don’t know how I’m going to get out of it.” If that is you, or you’ve had these pangs of anxiety, you are amongst the many, and this is why I want to talk about his topic today. I know I’ve discussed pricing in other episodes, but today, I want to discuss the common thread...2024-08-1326 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteEstablishing Boundaries: Elevating Your Design ExpertiseIf you ever feel a lack of confidence about skills that you definitely have, then today’s episode is for you!! Last week’s episode (Ep184) was a really important conversation around struggles I know so many designers have about setting boundaries and how they present themselves to contractors, clients, and anyone else in our industry. A lot of this stems from a lack of confidence and feeling insecure about skills that you definitely have. This topic definitely hit a nerve with a lot of designers listening to last week’s episode about things...2024-07-2328 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteWhat's Your Soundbite And Why Does It Matter?I am a luxury interior designer, construction expert, and industry educator. That’s my sound bite. What is your soundbite? Today, I want to talk about how to develop your own soundbite and why it’s so critical to do so. After listening to today's episode, I would love to hear your soundbites! Send me an email at renee@devignierdesign.com or shoot me a dm on social media! We are much stronger together, and this is a way we can connect even further! Find the full shownotes at: http...2024-07-0227 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteTeachable Moments From The JobsiteToday, I want to share with you a project I’ve been working on that had so many teachable moments that I think you will find valuable. This one project has reaffirmed to me the value of my referral network, the ability to pivot when things get turned upside down, the ability to obtain team cohesion, and my personal belief that you don’t design for future owners but for the current ones you are working with. Ultimately, this single project reaffirmed my belief that a client and potential work can be more valuable than a specific project they brin...2024-06-1144 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteCharging What You're Worth in Interior DesignWhat’s the difference between a hobby and a profession? Well it’s as simple as boiling it down to making money. I hear a lot of designers undervaluing their services and having anxiety about marking up procurements on construction projects. So today, we are having a frank discussion on this topic! After listening to today’s episode, I hope it gives you some new insight and inspiration, as well as hopefully a few actionable steps you can start taking today. Don’t wait to change your money mindset issues and to boost your security, knowing y...2024-05-2833 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteAddressing Isolation, Skillset Concerns, and Construction Phase Misunderstandings in Interior DesignI am in contact with a lot of designers, and in our conversations, I started to notice a common trend in traits and issues that I wanted to go over today. I address isolation, skillset concerns, construction phase misunderstandings, and the question of how to price construction projects. I hope today’s episode leaves you with more answers than questions! But as always, please feel free to reach out to me with your questions at renee@devignierdesign.com or on social media. Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/isolation-skillset-concerns-construction-phases2024-03-1234 min
Resilient by Design with Rebecca Hay158. Managing a Construction Job Site with Renee BieryIn this episode I chat with Renée Biery about building relationships with your trades and managing a construction site. She shares her career trajectory, her mid-career crisis (and the new ventures it led to), and how she seeks to build confidence and equip designers with the skills they need to succeed. She is passionate about encouraging female designers to excel in the business and shares her story, insights, advice, and ideas to show design entrepreneurs how to tap into resources, foster a cohesive team and manage a job site. Episode 121: Pricing Projects, Building Confidence, an...2023-06-1554 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Establish Your Role in ANY Size Construction ProjectDo you ever feel unsure about what exactly your responsibilities are on the job? Or worry that there are overlapping responsibilities? Today I want to talk about how you can define your role on various size projects that you will be a part of, and how best to handle each situation so that you have a clear path and your client has a clear understanding of whose doing what. I am excited to announce I am once again offering free twenty-minute 1:1 calls with me for rating and reviewing this podcast! Take a screenshot of your rating and...2023-02-2834 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow I’ve Managed Imposter Syndrome Throughout My CareerOk, designers, let’s talk imposter syndrome! We all can suffer from imposter syndrome throughout each stage of our careers. Today, I want to share with you how I have managed it from the very beginning of my career and still do to this day. I’m sharing with you some of the positive affirmations I use and how I break things down into bite-sized chunks. Imposter syndrome is real. It’s nothing to be ashamed of. And it’s totally manageable. I am excited to announce I am once again offering free twenty-mi...2023-02-2136 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Manage the Logistics Required to Running a Smooth ProjectToday’s topic is all about logistics and how to manage a project successfully from beginning to end. I know your designs are important, and if you are focused on them, then you maybe think that some bumps in the renovation side will go unnoticed. But why should you bank on that when if you manage a project through the logistics that every project has, you can actually win on both ends? Both the amazing designs that you have created, as well as the contractor's and the client's experience of having worked with you. Remember, the experience is w...2023-02-1428 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteWhat I Learned from Visiting My Daughter’s High SchoolToday I wanted to share with you an experience I recently had. I was invited to talk at my daughter's school for career day. In the past, I hadn’t felt there was any real value given to the students or myself, so was a little hesitant, but this time was different. Today, I want to share with you how I used this as an opportunity not only to practice speaking about my career but also to educate those listening about interior designers who manage renovation projects. I also had such an unexpected validating moment for where my...2023-02-0722 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteMarketing 101 - How to Fill Your Pipeline with Renovation ProjectsAre you a designer looking for more renovation management work? Is it something you really enjoy and starting to excel at but just struggling to get more projects lined up? Then today’s episode is for you! In today’s episode, I am talking marketing 101 and how to fill your pipeline with renovation management projects. I am excited to announce I am once again offering free twenty minute 1:1 calls with me for rating and reviewing this podcast! Take a screenshot of your rating and review and email it to me at renee@devignierdesign.com and I will...2023-01-3127 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteListen in to a 1:1 Call with a Course MemberToday, I am letting you listen in to a conversation I had with one of my course members. I want to give you a feeling of what my 1:1 calls look like, sound like, and how much the designers are getting out of them! We are in the middle of a promotion for my course, Renovation Management for Interior designers. This course was built to support Interior Designers who want to add or grow their renovation management skills for their clients. My course promotion is on until midnight EST, Dec 14th. Join the course before then, and...2022-12-1320 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteThe Moment I Knew ‘I Got This’ on Construction SitesDo you remember the moment you knew it? You knew on a job site that you got this? That your experience and knowledge were going to lead to a successful completion of the project? I remember mine! And in today’s episode, I am sharing a personal triumph story - a blast from my past, but has a very cool lesson which I hope will inspire you, to become confident in yourself, your knowledge, and your experience and that you can handle whatever comes next. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/i-g...2022-12-0624 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow Interior Designers Can Stand Out and Declare Their Specialty with Rachael BozsikAre you an interior designer that feels like you're living in an oversaturated market? You’re bidding on projects, yet getting outbid, not being selected and chosen, and feeling exhausted?? Then this episode is for you!! I am so honored to celebrate my 100th episode by having my guest, Rachael Bozsik, here with me today! Rachael Bozsik is an International Keynote Speaker and the in-demand Elite Personal Branding Coach behind some of the nation's most talented interior designers from LuAnn Niagara, Sandra Funk, and Kathy Kuo. From Harvard Business School to Forbes, Rachel has...2022-11-291h 06Only Girl On The JobsitePaying It Forward - Sharing the Knowledge Other Women Taught MeToday is my 99th episode, and so today, I want to share with you my why for doing this podcast every week. I get asked a lot why I do this podcast and why I am ‘giving it all away.’ The irony is, it doesn’t feel like I’m giving away anything. To me, what this podcast represents, is my ability to pay it forward. This podcast allows me to pay forward the knowledge that I was fortunate enough to learn along the way. So in today’s episode, I am going to tell you about t...2022-11-2229 minOnly Girl On The Jobsite2nd Anniversary - How It Started and Where It’s GoingToday's episode marks an incredible milestone for me! This is the second anniversary of Only Girl on The Jobsite podcast. So in honor of my second anniversary, I wanted to share with you why I started my podcast, the inspiration and ‘ah ha’ moments I had that I knew it was meant to be, how I came up with the name, Only Girl On The Jobsite, how we have evolved over the past 2 years and where the podcast is going now. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/2nd-anniversary 2022-11-1522 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Manage the Holidays and Gift Giving TipsIt’s early November, and that means the holidays are upon us! But - there are proactive steps you can be taking right now to set up you and your project for success during these crazy busy times! In today’s episode, you’ll hear the steps that I have taken during these times that really do set me up for success and allow me to carve out time to actually enjoy the holidays. I’m also going to be talking about gift giving and what that means for myself and my firm and how you can...2022-11-0820 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteSetting 2023 Goals Starts with Identifying Your Ideal Client AvatarIt is almost the beginning of November, and time to be looking forward to 2023! So today, I want to talk about goal setting to get your business on track for a hugely successful new year! Part of goal setting and growing our business includes marketing. As designers, we tend to narrow our focus on how to market ourselves and our services, and it can be broadened once you establish who your ideal client is and that can become more clear for you as you start to write down what the unique components and characteristics of y...2022-11-0118 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Build the Dream Team for Your Next ProjectBuilding a team is NOT something to be taken lightly! So in today’s episode, I want to break down and explain all the different variables of how to build your team for your next project. There is never one way to do any of this, but this will give you an idea of what to expect and what to anticipate, and then build the dream team for your project. If you’d like to book a FREE 20-minute consultation with me, don’t forget to leave a rating and review, screenshot it and email me at r...2022-10-2528 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHero Complex - Why We Have It and How to Avoid ItToday’s episode is going to be a continuation of the last two because there has been such a massive conversation that got started on this topic! In Episode 92, I talked about when to bring on new clients. (And spoiler alert - it is NOT now, in the fourth quarter.) And in Episode 93, I really broke down how to best vet a new client to make sure they are actually a good fit for you at this time. Then today, we’re taking it to the next level, and I am going to be talking about the hero complex. What...2022-10-1829 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteNot All Jobs Are a Good Fit - How to Filter Out the Best Ones for YouToday’s episode is based on some feedback I received from last week, Episode 92, where I talked briefly about the vetting process that needs to take place for new client inquiries. In today’s episode, I am discussing how you can figure out if a client and their project are the right fit for you or not. Let’s break this process down so that you figure out what projects you should be putting on your list for the coming year! If you’d like to book a FREE 20-minute consultation with me, don’t forget to l...2022-10-1130 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow Saying No to New Client Inquires Will Ensure a Productive End of YearToday we are keeping with the topic of overwhelm since we are about to go into the holiday season. We have big topics to discuss on how to finish strong in this calendar year. Designers AND homeowners, if you are listening to this on the day of it’s release, October 4th 2022, today is the day you will not take on any new projects until 2023. Ok, I’m sure you’re wondering what the heck I’m talking about. This means that I want you to give yourself permission to have a productive end of year without the mayhe...2022-10-0425 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteEnd the Overwhelm in Your Interior Design Business - with Desi CreswellDesigners, if you are ready to tackle the last quarter of the year without overcommitting and feeling overwhelmed, make decisions that support your business AND the lifestyle you want to live, and finally step into the CEO role in your business, then this episode is for you!! Desi Creswell is a Certified Life and Business Coach who helps interior designers stop feeling overwhelmed so they can intentionally build profitable, fulfilling businesses that enrich and support their lives as a whole. An award-winning interior designer, Desi worked for world-renowned design and architecture firms prior to establishing h...2022-09-271h 08Only Girl On The JobsiteGC vs Project Manager - The Differences ExplainedToday’s episode is coming from designers listening, and a frequent question I’ve been receiving is, “What is the difference between a GC (General Contractor) and a Project Manager?” They may seem like the same thing, but there are important differences you need to know! Today I am going to answer your question so you can understand the difference between these two roles! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/gc-vs-project-manager 2022-09-2024 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteGoing Beyond Pretty - How Interior Designers Improve the Quality of Their Client’s LivesWhat do I really do for a living? Most people assume I play with fabric and paint swatches all day and that it must be really fun. Today I want to talk to designers who struggle to define what they do for a living beyond what seems obvious to the average consumer. In today’s episode, I’m sharing some examples where I have been able to help impact the quality of my client's lives and help you understand the value of the work that interior designers do! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podca...2022-09-1330 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Master Photography Using Your iPhone - with Linda HoltToday’s episode stemmed from Episode 82, where I discussed the three ways I utilized photography on all of my projects. That episode got a lot of interest and many questions! So I reached out to my friend Linda Holt and asked her to come on to share her wealth of knowledge of the photography world so that each of us can learn how to improve our skills and how to take the best photos on our own. Linda Holt is a former professional photographer specializing in headshots for celebrities, actors, and models in the Bostom area. She piv...2022-09-0655 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteLearn From Other Designers - Negative Experiences Designers Went Through and How to Avoid ThemToday’s episode is based on all of the feedback I received from designers after listening to Episode 86: How to Build Experience in Renovation Management Designers shared with me their experiences of bumps, trials, and tribulations that they have gone through while building their experience in renovation management. Today I want to break out some of the common themes I heard from so many of the designers so that you can hopefully learn from their mistakes just as you learn from mine! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/negative-experiences-designers-went-through 2022-08-3030 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Build Experience in Renovation ManagementHow can you add renovation management services to your firm? This is an exciting opportunity to broaden your scope for your clients, become a one-stop shop, and in my opinion, add a really fun element to our business! Whether you are new to the industry itself, whether you are trying to build a second career in life, or are a seasoned designer that has just customarily been doing decorating work - there are ways that each of you can be implementing steps to build the knowledge and confidence that you will need to add this service! My hope for designers...2022-08-2330 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteFour Stages of Emotions to Expect on Every Renovation ProjectOne important element of any home renovation project is the emotional journey traveled from start to finish of the project. And one that I have watched over and over again and to the point where I can discern four different stages of this emotional journey. Today, I want to go over each of these stages and break it down so that you can appreciate and understand what emotions will be coming up throughout a project, how to foresee them in advance, how to manage them when they are there and how to avoid some at all costs. F...2022-08-1624 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow a Budget Ensures a Smooth and Successful ProjectHow do you define a smooth and successful project? Most people think of the team or items they are selecting as how they define a smooth and successful project. And yes! Those are large pieces of the puzzle that every renovation project is. But the overarching component that really does drive that end goal is the budget. Today I want to talk about how important creating a budget with real numbers is going to ensure a smooth and successful project for you, how an interior designer can help you with that, and also what to do if y...2022-08-0930 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteThe Value Interior Designers Bring to Every Renovation ProjectWhy should someone hire an interior designer? What is the value and what is the skillset designers bring to projects? Today we are getting into the facts of WHY someone should hire an interior designer for their projects, and after listening to today’s episode, I am confident that you will be seeking out an interior designer for your next renovation project! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/value-interior-designer-brings 2022-08-0217 minOnly Girl On The Jobsite3 Ways to Use Photographs on Renovation ProjectsI doubt anyone of you will be shocked when I say that interior design is a visual-based industry! Today I want to talk about the three types of photographs designers take on projects and if they aren’t, they should be taking on projects, why homeowners should care about this, and most importantly, why designers really need to put an emphasis on this aspect of our business! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/photographs-on-renovation-projects 2022-07-2621 min
A Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design Business PodcastRenee Biery: Do Clients Know You Can Handle Project Management? Today With Renee Biery: Welcome to A Well-Designed Business. Today I am chatting with Renee Biery, owner of deVignier Design, Inc. and Only Girl On the Jobsite podcast. Renee works in restoration as well as new construction and she wanted to share with my listeners how renovation management is a stable income for interior designers throughout the year, as procurement and decorating ebbs and flows per job. A lot of takeaways here. Enjoy! Pick It Apart [3:50] Renee describes the scope of renovation management in her business. [14:26] Renee shares how she changed t...2022-07-261h 05Only Girl On The JobsiteDoing Favors for People - Do They Pay Off for a Designer?As an interior designer, have you ever had someone ask you for a favor? Like, helping with their project with the expectation that it will be free? Maybe you think doing favors could help you - especially new designers that don’t have a full portfolio. So, in today’s episode, find out if you should be doing favors for people and if they pay off for a designer! Find the full shown notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/doing-favors-for-people 2022-07-1922 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteThe Top Three Renovations to Do Prior to Moving InToday I wanted to cover a topic that has been coming up more and more. With this housing boom, people are taking on what I am calling, “the big three.” New homeowners are contemplating taking on three types of projects, and today, I want to break these projects down and discuss why they should be taken on before moving in. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/renovations-prior-to-moving-in 2022-07-1220 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteRenovation Management Sustains Firms through Slow TimesThe world is insane right now. We are going through so much with supply chain issues, problems created due to the pandemic, summer months, and now we’re hearing murmurs of a possible recession. In today’s I want to talk to the designers about my personal experiences and how I have weathered downturns in the economy in the past, what this can mean for you as a designer, and what you can start doing to be prepared for whatever is to come, and also what this could mean for homeowners and their intended renovation projects! Find the...2022-07-0521 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteKitchen Renovations During Pandemic DelaysMore than two years since the beginning of the pandemic, and we are still struggling with lead-time issues and labor shortages. But the world and these projects must go on. Today I want to talk about a common renovation - gutting your kitchen, and how that can be handled during these times including, what you CAN do, what you SHOULDN’T do, and why you SHOULD continue taking on your renovation projects! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/kitchen-renovations-during-pandemic-delays 2022-06-2824 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteWhy Rushing on a Construction Project Causes IssuesWhat happens when you rush a project, whether you're a homeowner running a project or a designer running it? So often I see decisions being rushed on a construction project that can cause issues. Today I want to talk about the three common mistakes I’ve seen lately when someone rushes a project and how to avoid them! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/why-rushing-projects-causes-issues 2022-06-0722 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteRenovation Management for Interior DesignersHave you ever thought about adding Renovation Management to your business? Maybe you’re wondering, how do I get clients? Or, as an interior designer, my clients don't ask me to do that. Well, I'll let you in on a secret. They're not asking you to do it because you haven't told them you CAN do it. In this episode, I talk about this topic and more. I am also excited to tell you about my new Renovation Management for Interior Designers - Expanding your business with a lucrative service course. To learn more, go to...2022-05-3118 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteThe Problems With Communication TodayThere are multiple ways we are now able to communicate with each other. Whether you use text, email, video, or audio, no technology can ever replace a good old face-to-face conversation. In this episode, I speak about the importance of clear communication between everyone working on a construction project. Join me for my FREE masterclass on Wednesday, May 25th, on How To Provide Successful Renovation Services As A Designer - Setting yourself and your client up for success. During this webinar, I will show you how these both people skills and management skills directly apply t...2022-05-2424 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteJuggling Motherhood on the JobsiteFor all working mothers out there, this episode is for you. Today, I am talking about common challenges most working mothers face and the highs and lows that go along with it. I also share the best piece of advice I received as a new working mom and how it benefited me and my family today. The relaunch of the Only Girl on the Jobsite Designer Edition course is coming soon! You don’t want to miss out on it. Head over to www.devignierdesign.com and get on the list to be notified of the...2022-05-1725 min
Only Girl On The JobsitePlanning Today For Your Client's FutureWhen speaking to clients, I often hear, “This will be my forever home.” But before taking that at face value, I dig a little deeper and ask a few more questions. Knowing how long your client plans on living in their home will help them decide how to invest well in their project. In this episode, I share the questions I ask my clients that will allow them to get all of the enjoyment out of their homes for as long as possible. If you haven’t already heard, we are in the p...2022-05-1018 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteThe Future of the Interior Design IndustryIn this episode, I share what I’ve experienced in my almost 30 years in the interior design industry and how both the decorating and renovation sides have evolved and changed over time. There are lessons to be learned from this that could possibly explain the direction we will be going in from this point forward. My goal in sharing my knowledge of where the industry has come from and where I personally think the industry is going so you can have all of the tools at your disposal to make the right choices for you and...2022-05-0320 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteDisruptions on a Job Site - What They Are and How to Manage ThemDisruptions on a job site can and will happen. And while that isn't a great experience, there will be things out of your control. Whether they are minor or major difficulties, I am sharing a few types of disruptions you may encounter while on a jobsite and how to handle them. It could be different workers coming and going, contractors going on vacation, or even leaving mid-project. But a designer's role is critical in keeping things moving forward as calmly as possible so that the project stays on track and finishes strong. F...2022-04-2624 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteWhy You Need to Say NO MoreIn today's episode, I am tackling the topic of saying no, and how it can move a project, as well as the trajectory of your business forward. I also share a few examples of how best to say no confidently and professionally. The art of saying no is not a negative. It is a way of protecting what your values and goals are for your project, your team, and your firm. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/why-you-need-to-say-no-more2022-04-1926 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteWhy Project Management Proves Successful For An Interior DesignerIn this episode, I want to share the importance of project management for interior designers. Especially now, with all of the supply chain delays, setting and maintaining expectations with everyone involved will be crucial to your success. While I don't want to add to your chaos, I do want to help simplify some of your current processes. Proactively having a plan in place for future projects will only benefit your business in the long run. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/project-management-successful-for-interior-designer2022-04-1227 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteWhen Being The Only Girl On The Jobsite Isn't EasyToday I’m going back to the basics and the very essence of what this podcast is about. What it’s really like being the only girl on the jobsite. My goal is not to make these challenges go away but to lessen them for all women in this industry. In this episode, I share some strategies that you can take with you the next time you are on a project and put in a difficult or uncomfortable situation. I want you to feel empowered to speak up but remain professional when dealing with these chall...2022-04-0520 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteOne Designer’s Opinion on Working with a Design-Build TeamThis topic has come up a lot recently and seems to be a trend that people are interested in learning more about. Many people have asked my opinion on working with design-build firms. These are one-stop shops, usually with multiple in-house experts such as an architectural team, a design team, and a construction team. While this could be valuable for some projects, others may not be that simple. In this episode, I share the pros and cons of working with design-build teams, both as a homeowner and an interior designer. Which I truly believe depends o...2022-03-2922 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteThe Importance of Understanding Contracts and How to Read ThemContracts. Love them or hate them, they are a part of any construction project. Whether you're working on a minor renovation or building a home from the ground up, you should always have a contract. And know how to read them. In this episode, I dive deeper into understanding contracts and how to handle allowances. The bottom line to ensuring a successful renovation is to be crystal clear on all of the details of a contract before you sign it and give a deposit. This will hopefully avoid any unwanted surprises in the end. 2022-03-2226 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteCritical First Meeting to Ensure a Successful RenovationEveryone involved in a renovation project wants it to be successful. Whether you are a homeowner or an interior designer, there is one critical meeting that needs to be held before the construction starts. In this episode, I explain what this meeting should cover, who needs to attend, and when it should take place. I firmly believe you cannot get too much information, in advance, on a construction project. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/critical-meeting-to-ensure-successful-renovation2022-03-1520 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteSupply Chain Issues Continue - Ways to Work Around the DelaysI’m going to take a brief step away from the construction side of my world to focus on a very ‘of the moment’ topic, which is the continued supply chain issues that we are seeing more on the decorating side of the business. With the current supply chain issues still in full effect, if you’re working on a construction project, you’ll most likely need furniture, fabrics, rugs, and other items to finish the project. In this episode, I’m offering some alternatives I’m using and suggesting to my clients for working around the dela...2022-03-0826 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteManaging Fatigue and Staying Focused During a Renovation ProjectEvery renovation project is stressful. There’s no getting around that. But it’s important to know how to manage the stress and fatigue that you will most likely experience during a project. Although it could feel never-ending, all projects eventually come to an end. And when they do, I want you to be able to enjoy the final product. Tune in to this episode to learn a few of my tips and tricks to help you stay on course and get through the stress and overwhelm with your sanity intact. ...2022-03-0123 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteThree Questions to Ask Before Starting a Renovation ProjectWhat are the first steps I need to be taking on my home renovation project? This is a question I get asked often by both interior designers and homeowners. Before hiring a contractor, sourcing your subcontractors, or searching out the selections you are going to be making, we need to take a step back. No matter if it’s a new construction, a renovation, or an addition, you must start by asking yourself a few important questions first. In this episode, I am detailing exactly what steps you need to take befo...2022-02-2233 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteWhy Women are Perfect for Managing Renovation Projects Part 2Today’s episode is a bit of an addendum to a previous episode published around this time last year, Episode 15 - Why Women are Perfect for Managing a Renovation Project. After reviewing the number of downloads this particular episode received, I realized it was an important topic that needed to be revisited. Even a year later, I still firmly believe that women possess an innate skill important for managing construction projects. Join me as I dive deeper into this unique skill that most women already possess. Find the full show notes at...2022-02-1522 min
Designed by Wingnut Social | Interior Design BusinessIt’s Time to Tackle Renovation Projects with Renée Biery - Episode 251When Renée Biery entered the interior design industry, she thought everyone did renovations. It wasn’t until she moved back home to Delaware that she realized she—especially as a woman—was the anomaly. She had to work hard to show how much value she could add to a renovation project for both the client and the contractors. She believes that Interior designers CAN and should do more. In this episode of Wingnut Social, she shares how you can learn to master those tricky renovation projects (and the clients that come with them).
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Only Girl On The JobsiteHow to Build Confidence to Manage a Renovation ProjectIn this episode, I wanted to talk about something I feel is crucial to the success of managing any renovation project, and that is confidence. Why does being confident on a renovation project matter? It establishes that you are there for a reason, receiving and sharing information as an equal team member, which is critical on any project. Whether you are an interior designer or a homeowner working on your first project, this episode will teach you a few easy ways to start feeling and exuding the confidence you need before ev...2022-02-0825 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteContractor or Designer - Choosing the Right Team Members for Your Renovation ProjectIn this episode, I am doing a bit of a recap and follow-up on the past two episodes surrounding the Magnolia Channel drama. I received quite a few comments and questions regarding this topic, and today I want to talk about choosing the right team members for your project and what you can (and should) expect from them. If you haven’t already done so, I encourage you to go back and listen to the last two episodes, where I go into more details about the bizarre set of circumstances surrounding the home renovation show sla...2022-02-0121 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteLessons to be Learned From Magnolia Network Drama - Part 2For the second half of this two-part series, I continue digging into the drama regarding these popular home renovation reality television shows and the lessons that can be learned from an interior designer’s point of view. In this episode, I share why working on your own renovation projects is totally different from working with clients, how to get more experience if you’re still new to the industry, and the importance of not cutting corners in construction. Be sure to listen all the way to the end of this episode, as I r...2022-01-2541 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteLessons to be Learned From Magnolia Network Drama - Part 1A topic has come up in the home renovation space recently that I felt was important to dive into on the podcast. It is something that I have been concerned about for a long time which is these popular home renovation reality television shows. Because there is just so much to unpack on this subject, I am breaking it up into two separate episodes. In part one of this two-part series, I am sharing some of the details of these stories and the red flags that these homeowners did not pay enough attention to early e...2022-01-1833 min
Only Girl On The JobsitePaint Colors of the Year - Should You Follow the Trends?A new year, a new paint color. Do you follow the trends when it comes to choosing paint colors? Honestly, I don’t know any project you may take on that doesn’t include painting. I felt it was important to dig into this topic and how to handle all of the information coming at you, how to sample and view colors properly, and how to find the right colors for your home, no matter what project you are working on. Listen in for my advice on how to handle color trends...2022-01-1119 min
Only Girl On The JobsiteStart the New Year Off Right with Construction ResolutionsHappy 2022! I hope everyone was able to take a little break to enjoy the holidays and maybe entertain some friends and family. But as we start the new year, those projects we put on hold are gearing back up again. Although I’m not one for making New Year’s resolutions in my personal life, I feel like now is the perfect time to talk about the kind of resolutions that could apply to the things discussed in this podcast, which is managing construction projects. In this episode...2022-01-0428 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteThe Highs and Lows of 2021Wow! It has been a whole year of me recording these podcasts episodes! I know some of you have experienced great loss, some of you have experienced great highs in your work, and some of you awful delays on your projects and everything in between. I wanted to take this time to do a year-end recap because what a crazy year this has been! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/highs-and-lows-of-2021 2021-12-2824 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteBuilding & Maintaining Relationships on a Construction SiteLet’s talk relationships! No, I don’t mean romantic relationships - husband/ wife, boyfriend/girlfriend…..I mean relationships on a construction project. I know I have lots of homeowners listening as well as designers listening so I want to talk about ALL these different types of relationships because they really are critical to build and maintain throughout a project. I hope this episode helps you understand WHY these relationships are so important and how to go about them in a successful manner! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/po...2021-12-2128 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHoliday Overwhelm on a Construction ProjectAre you feeling overwhelmed knowing you have a construction project going on, and the Holiday is approaching? First of all - it’s normal! It does happen, and really no matter when your project is going on, overwhelm is a normal emotion to feel! However, I want to share with you ways to handle the stress and overwhelm you are feeling as a homeowner as well as designers in order to be able to enjoy your Holiday more. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/holiday-overwhelm-construction-project 2021-12-1428 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteShould You Start a Home Project Now With the Current Supply Chain Issues?Today’s topic is about the supply chain issues we are facing now and how they are massively prolonging home construction projects - even furniture, furnishing, window treatments, and more. This goes for overseas products as well as those products made here in the U.S. So, what should you do? Should you move forward with your project? Wait this out? Should you start planning now? Find out in today’s episode! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/should-you-start-a-project-now 2021-12-0727 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Guide for Women on Construction SitesWhat should you expect as a woman, either as the homeowner or as an interior designer, on a construction project? Whether your role is a homeowner, requiring you to become a team member or an interior designer you are a girl in a male-dominated workplace. In today's episode, I’m sharing with you the how-to guide for women on construction sites. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/how-to-guide-for-women 2021-11-3025 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteCelebrating 1 Year of Only Girl On The Jobsite Podcast!This episode marks one year of recording this podcast! Let’s be honest, I didn’t know if I’d make one year, I didn’t know if I’d make one month! This has been such an amazing journey that I didn’t even know I’d be taking! In today’s episode, I want to share what I have learned along the way, the surprises that have come up, and again, what my ultimate goal is in having this podcast. Be sure to listen to the end because as a thank you, I have a special offer for...2021-11-2322 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteRenovation Projects in 2022, What To ExpectDo have your home renovation projects planned for 2022? If not, now is the time to start! We want your project to be an exciting time! But this will also be a challenging time. We have been slugging through the past year and a half due to supply chains, shortages, delays, and that is not going to end anytime soon. So what does this mean for you? In today’s episode, I talk about what you can expect going into 2022, and how my course, Only Girl On The Jobsite could benefit you and your project! F...2021-11-1624 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteSteps to Take Before You Start a Renovation ProjectAre you a homeowner who is gearing up for your projects to start in the new year? It can be so overwhelming to take on your own home renovation project! Wherever stage you’re at, the research stage, about to kick off the hiring process of the team, the beginning stages of the projects, no matter where you’re at, the overwhelm can start to kick in. So if you are taking a project on and whatever phase you might be in, I have some tips for you in today’s episode and I will...2021-11-0926 minOnly Girl On The JobsitePrepping for the Holidays - Even During Construction! with Jill KalmanToday I have the special pleasure of introducing a friend of mine, Jill Kalman. Jill is an interior designer helping people move from cities to the suburbs and all of the transitions and issues that come up along the way. Today we dive into how to get your home ready for the holidays which are upon as we speak and then additionally working through living with a construction site over the holidays. Jill shares some amazing tips on decorating your mantle, your table, your front porch, and more! These are new, fresh ideas that will ge...2021-11-0256 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteThe Road to Only Girl on the JobsiteI want to take a chance to re-introduce myself to those of you who are just joining! There are so many new listeners, that I truly am humbled. And I would quite frankly love to hear how you came across this podcast! In today’s episode, I am taking you back to how I became The Only Girl On The Jobsite, where went to school, the women I worked with and my inspiration for starting this podcast as well as both of my courses, Only Girl On The Jobsite Course & Only Girl On The Jobsite Des...2021-10-2623 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteMy Project Is Way off Track Because of the Pandemic - What Can I Do?Have you ever experienced a project where it felt like it would just never end? It drags on and on? Ongoing projects do happen but we are in unprecedented times with a pandemic on our hands, which is dramatically impacting construction projects. In today’s episode, you can find out what all this means for you, the homeowner who is diligently trying to manage a project and project supplies pivot from 4 weeks to 18 weeks, to possibly an unknown period. Listen to The Designed For the Creative Mind podcast Episode 32: https://podcasts.apple.com/us...2021-10-1221 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteBuying a House ‘As Is’ - What Does That Mean and How Do You Protect YourselfA topic that just keeps coming up is the housing boom that's going on right now. And what that means, is you have an unusual pressure to look at a house as soon as possible, put in a bid that night, and BOOM! You’ve bought a house! Which means you’ve bought a house that you might have seen once. So I'm going to share some things that you can be aware of while looking at a house, and some situations that may come up for you! Find the full show notes at: h...2021-10-0527 min
Designed for the Creative Mind™32. Only Girl on the Jobsite with Renee BieryMy next guest is Renee Biery, a residential interior designer for the past 28 years and owner of deVignier Design, Inc. In this episode, we discuss the importance of feeling confident when you are the only girl on the jobsite, and how to show others the value of having a designer on a project. With a graduate degree from the New York School of Interior Design, Renee balances her workload between decorating and construction management. In 2020 she created a signature course, Only Girl On The Jobsite, to support and train homeowners on the best practices to m...2021-10-0440 min
Designed for the Creative Mind™32. Only Girl on the Jobsite with Renee BieryMy next guest is Renee Biery, a residential interior designer for the past 28 years and owner of deVignier Design, Inc. In this episode, we discuss the importance of feeling confident when you are the only girl on the jobsite, and how to show others the value of having a designer on a project. With a graduate degree from the New York School of Interior Design, Renee balances her workload between decorating and construction management. In 2020 she created a signature course, Only Girl On The Jobsite, to support and train homeowners on the best practices to m...2021-10-0440 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteWhy Construction Completion Clauses Shouldn’t Be Added to Your ContractWe have sent out so many Construction Management Workbooks that are available on my website, that we wanted to get feedback on what we could add to it, or what else might be needed. Today’s topic is one element on the feedback form that we received. That topic is about completion date clauses. In today’s episode, I want to discuss why I don't believe they work and shouldn't be added to your contract, and what I suggest you do instead. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/construction-completion-clauses 2021-09-2823 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Hire the Team for Your Project.....the Right WayI can’t stress enough the importance of hiring the right contractor for your project. There are many different sized contractors you can choose from, so it’s important to get the right fit for your project. And I’m not talking about just the physical fit, I mean the right fit for you - the homeowner, the client, the one that will be managing the project day after day. So if you are looking for a contractor, and don’t know who to start calling, or what to do don’t worry! That is to be expected, a...2021-09-2139 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteThe Value Interior Designers Bring to Your Renovation ProjectValue is such an important topic and I want to talk about how much value an interior designer can bring to your home renovation projects! For homeowners I think it’s gotten very hard to understand the value of my industry, the value of an interior designer. In today’s episode, I will be sharing some examples of how my clients benefited from hiring an interior designer, and how I encourage other interior designers to share their value as well! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/the-value-interior-designers-bring 2021-09-1422 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Set Expectations in the Beginning of a Renovation ProjectToday I want to talk about setting expectations both as a designer, how to set expectations with their client, as well as a homeowner, how to set their expectations with a contractor or a designer. I will be sharing the steps that are the kind of things a homeowner should be doing so that their expectations are appropriate. They know what they’re getting into, they know they can afford this, they know who the players are and how they’re going to get the work done. And for the designers, you will go through simil...2021-09-0727 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteThe Pro’s and Con’s of Being a DesignerOver the past few weeks, while promoting the Only Girl On The Jobsite Designer Edition, this has provided me the opportunity to talk with so many different designers and hear their experiences, hopes, and dreams to add construction management to their services or improve their services. So, today I wanted to go over two areas that I think are difficult to being an interior designer offering construction management services, and how I overcome them and put things strategically in place to avoid them. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/pros-cons-of-designers ...2021-08-3114 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteDesigner’s Realities Being the Only Girl on the JobsiteToday I want to talk about the very essence of being the only girl on the jobsite. I thought it might be valuable to share some of my experiences over the years. Because what you’re seeing now, my confidence on jobsites, the joy that I have going on jobsites was not always there. It comes over time, with experience it comes with confidence, looking back, seeing a situation, and growing and changing from it. Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/designers-realities-only-girl-on-the-jobsite2021-08-2425 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteCalling All Designers: Uplevel Your ServicesIn today's episode, I'm sharing how interior designers can uplevel their skills, find a community to be a part of and how I am doing everything I can to elevate the interior design business as a profession! Check out the Only Girl On Jobsite Interior Edition at: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/only-girl-on-the-jobsite-designer-edition Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/calling-all-designers-uplevel-services2021-08-1714 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteSupporting Designers - A Talk With Desi CreswellIt is my honor to have Desi Creswell join me today! Desi Creswell is a Certified Life and Business Coach who helps interior designers stop feeling overwhelmed so they can intentionally build profitable, fulfilling businesses that enrich and support their lives as a whole. Today, we are diving into the pain points interior designers face when doing home renovation projects. From designers who are new and want to offer this service to their clients, to designers who have done a few home renovation projects and aren’t feeling the confidence that they need to do mor...2021-08-101h 15Only Girl On The JobsiteTaking Control of Your Home Renovation ProjectRenovation disasters - how can they be avoided? This is the most common question I hear during my course, webinars, lives, everywhere I go, this is what people want to know! In today’s episode, I break down the best way to do this - and the answer may surprise you, but it comes down to organization, staying in control of your project, and being a team player. Find My Renovation Template Bundle & Organizational Tools - (which is the best parts of Only Girl On The Jobsite), for a LIMITED TIME ONLY at: https://www.rene...2021-08-0314 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteOnly Girl On The Jobsite Course - Explained!Curious about my course, Only Girl On The Jobsite? Today I will be sharing with you all of the details about my course: what you can expect to learn about in my course, how many lessons there are, the community that comes along with it, and how this course will save you time, money, and your sanity! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/course-explained2021-07-2715 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Control Budget, Surprises & DeadlinesThis week, I hosted a live 3 Day series on renovation projects, focusing on the planning and executing of them. And in case you missed the live session, I wanted to go over those details with you today! These are so much fun, and a great way for me to share incredible detail about important topics that everyone comes across in renovation projects. What I do in these series is I break it up into days. The first day will be about budgets, the second day surprises, and then the third day all about deadlines. ...2021-07-2024 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteContract Review - Sneak Peek Into My Private GroupThere is no construction project you can take on that doesn’t include contracts. With all of the construction projects being scheduled and researched, this has become a really hot topic! This all started inside my course, Only Girl On The Jobsite. In today’s episode, I am sharing about a member who is currently bidding out a project. And three key points that I didn't want her - or you, to miss in your contracts! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/contract-review-sneak-peek-into-my-group2021-07-1318 minOnly Girl On The JobsitePaying It Forward: The Women That Influenced My CareerI am amazed and so filled with gratitude to be recording Episode #30 of Only Girl On The Jobsite! In today’s episode, I will be sharing my journey in how I got into the construction side of interior design. From the first interior design job I took on, to what led me to where I am today. I also want to share why I am so passionate to essentially thank the women who trained me and gave me the confidence that I needed to run construction projects. I was privileged enough to learn from experienced wo...2021-07-0621 minOnly Girl On The JobsitePlanning Your Renovation: What You're Not Thinking ofToday I want to talk about the act of planning out any home renovation. More often than not when I have my first meeting with clients, there are very few details in the planning department and just a lot of pictures of pretty things, hopes and dreams, and a wish list. In today’s episode I’m giving you some examples of things that are not regularly thought out by a homeowner. Things you need to know about your home before starting your renovation project. Things like what's below you, above you and in the walls...2021-06-2923 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteDecorating Improvements That Designers SeeI've been getting a lot of inquiries about decorating. And in fact, I do a lot of decorating and really enjoy that aspect of my work! Today I want to talk about decorating. There are typically 3 areas that I see when walking into a home that could use some improvement. These tricks will add warmth to your home, and bring in some dynamics that give the eyes something interesting to look at and your brain to chew on! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/podcast/decorating-improvements-that-designers-see2021-06-2223 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Incorporate Your Personality Into a SpaceToday’s topic is one I touch on quite regularly because I want to keep reminding everyone how important it is and how you can get it right. And that is - the personality of your home, how you stamp you into a space. This could be a brand new home that you're building from the ground up, or it could be an addition you’re adding to your home. I'm telling you what NOT to do, and giving you permission to fully embrace what you like, where you are at in your life, and living...2021-06-1526 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteTrust Your Gut When HiringHow do you hire the right person for you and your home renovation project? You might have gotten three or four referrals, so how do you know which one is best for you and the results you are looking to achieve? Today I want to talk about following your gut when hiring. When building a team, meshing personalities is so important. That feeling in your gut is there for a reason. In today's episode, I want to talk to you about why you should act on it![ Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign...2021-06-0816 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteThe Secret Ingredient to Turn Your House Into a HomeYou just finished your renovation project, created a new space, or maybe have an entirely new home. Now, what do you do with it? How do you decorate it, and how do you make it feel like YOUR house and not like you walked into a furniture showroom? Most of the episodes I record, revolve around the management and the planning of home renovation projects because that’s really the most important piece to the puzzle in my estimation. But in reality, I also do a lot of decorating and am often asked questions along the line of “...2021-06-0122 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteHow to Avoid Blowing Your BudgetHow can you figure out your budget for your particular project? In today’s episode, I want to really dive into how you create your budget for any sized project, how you maintain the budget within reason, and how to not completely blow your budget and get in over your head. I'll be giving you examples I've seen of my clients, and stories I hear from friends and colleagues, and the best ways you can avoid going over budget that works best for you! Find the full show notes at: https://devignierdesign.com/pod...2021-05-2534 minOnly Girl On The JobsiteConstruction Budgets - How to Avoid Common Pitfalls!Today I want to talk to you about the most frequently asked question I hear for every construction meeting I go to. At the end of every meeting, the question is always, “Renee, how much is this gonna cost?” Or, “What do you think my budget should be on this?” I know they want me to tell them some magical number. Myself and everyone in my industry wishes we could do that. It would save so much time, heartache, aggravation, annoyance, you name it. But mostly - time. But the honest answer is, I don’t kn...2021-04-2037 min