Create a Lucrative Design Empire with Exclusive Clients, Exceptional Income, and an Extraordinary Life
Create a Lucrative Design Empire with Exclusive Clients,
Exceptional Income, and an Extraordinary Life
You've stumbled upon this page not by chance
but because you're starting to question
whether the design grind is worth the burnout
that's hot on your heels.
You've stumbled upon this page not by chance but because you're starting to question whether the design grind is worth the burnout that's hot on your heels.
You’re lacking clarity on your ideal client, and your marketing is generic, attracting less-than-ideal clients (whiners, complainers, and energy vampires…)
You’re trapped in billing hourly or charging flat fees, but you’re buried in invoicing, losing profit, and know there’s got to be a better way.
You’re working 60+ hour weeks, managing by crisis, and your personal life is a distant memory.
You're the completion Queen in your business finishing your team's tasks and it has you on the fast track to resentment and burnout.
You’re dealing with client and project miscommunications, which leads to frustration, missed deadlines, and never-ending projects.
You’re lacking clarity on your ideal client, and your marketing is generic, attracting less-than-ideal clients (whiners, complainers, and energy vampires…)
You’re trapped in billing hourly or charging flat fees, but you’re buried in invoicing, losing profit, and know there’s got to be a better way.
You’re working 60+ hour weeks, managing by crisis, and your personal life is a distant memory.
You're the completion Queen in your business finishing your team's tasks and it has you on the fast track to resentment and burnout.
You’re dealing with client and project miscommunications, which leads to frustration, missed deadlines, and never-ending projects.
You Deserve an Interior Design Business That Ignites Your Passion, Supports Your Dreams, and Enriches Every Aspect of Your Life—Without Overwhelming You
Following the steps of your peers will not carve out your success. Word-of-mouth is unreliable and unpredictable. Passive marketing efforts like ads, Houzz, and social media will only get you so far. Networking in echo chambers filled with designers will not open doors to new contracts.
WHAT YOU NEED IS A PROVEN STRATEGY AND SMART SYSTEMS.
Congratulations, You’ve Landed in the Right Place
You Deserve an Interior Design Business That Ignites Your Passion, Supports Your Dreams, and Enriches Every Aspect of Your Life—Without Overwhelming You
Following the steps of your peers will not carve out your success. Word-of-mouth is unreliable and unpredictable. Passive marketing efforts like ads, Houzz, and social media will only get you so far. Networking in echo chambers filled with designers will not open doors to new contracts.
WHAT YOU NEED IS A PROVEN STRATEGY AND SMART SYSTEMS.
Congratulations, You’ve Landed
in the Right Place
Julia Sold a $200,000 Design Fee Contract, Moved Into Her Dream Home With Her Husband and Works With Incredible Clients
Pamela Doubled Her Revenue to $3.2m
in Only 12 Months!
Daly Landed a Multiple 6-Figure Fee Project, Her Largest to Date, and Quadrupled Her Revenues in 9 Months
Missi Went From Severely Undervaluing Herself to Charging Premium Prices and Crossing $1M in Revenues in Less Than 12 Months
THE BEFORE
Pamela was stuck in the grind, choking on 70-hour weeks, her life slipping through her fingers. Hourly billing was her crutch, delegation was a foreign concept, and burnout was imminent.
THE TURNAROUND
We championed Pamela's need for family time and introduced work-from-home days. We transitioned her to value-based pricing, overhauled her billing, and set up her dream team. Plus, we refined client care systems to improve communication and avert crises.
THE TRANSFORMATION
Pamela’s revenue skyrocketed to $3.2M in only 12 months. Not only has she increased her bottom line, but now she can accomplish more in less time. Her work-life balance is restored, with abundant time for family and travel. Energized and focused instead of wiped out, she is thriving, and her clients are better cared for and even bigger fans than ever before.
“Since Melissa Started Coaching Me Last Year,
I’ve Increased My Revenue by 500%!”
ELIZABETH SMOLCICH, PRINCIPAL DESIGNER & CEO
MASON AND BRASS DESIGN STUDIO LLC, CHICAGO, IL
“Melissa is the best combination of being direct and compassionate. She teaches interior designers like me what we never learned in school.”
Elizabeth was working 70+ hours a week, trapped in hourly billing and doing too much herself. She was leaving money on the table without furnishings.
We reduced her workload with smart systems and restructured her pricing. As a result, she 5xed her revenue growth with flat fees, moved into a high-exposure office, and hired three new people for her dream team. She’s working less, making more, and has time to enjoy with family and friends.
“I’ve Been Featured in Major Publications, Including
The Wall Street Journal and Elle Decor!”
KIYONDA POWELL, PRINCIPAL DESIGNER & CEO
KIYONDA POWELL DESIGN STUDIO, WASHINGTON, DC
“Melissa is the coach who will call you out on your excuses and hold you accountable to your goals. She’s deeply invested in your success—and that’s rare."
Two years into her design business, Kiyonda was still working 7 days a week with no clear game plan, carrying 10-12 projects at a time and giving away too much for free.
We upgraded her client process from discovery to big reveal, started accurately estimating projects, and reclaimed time on her calendar to work on passion projects like showhouses and press opportunities. Since then, she’s been featured in major publications, including Harper’s Bazaar, The Wall Street Journal, and Elle Decor!
“I Tripled My Revenue With Clients I Actually Enjoy Working With…”
ERIN HASKELL GOURDE, FOUNDER & CEO
DESIGN FOR THE PPL, SPOKANE, WA
“Melissa genuinely wants to see you succeed. Her no-fluff guidance helped me develop the confidence to be more selective about who I say yes to and organize my business processes in a way that supports my true talents.”
Erin had 37 projects on the go and zero work-life balance. She was trapped in hourly billing, saying yes to everyone, and working 100+ hour weeks. She was frustrated by the limits of local projects and was unclear about her ideal client.
We transformed how she communicates her value, empowering her to book bigger, more profitable projects with clients she enjoys working with while building her dream team. As a result, she tripled her revenue while reducing her work hours to only 40-50 hours a week. She’s opened a retail showroom and has projects across the country with select affluent clients.
“Since Melissa Started Coaching Me Last Year, I’ve Increased My Revenue by 500%!”
ELIZABETH SMOLCICH,
PRINCIPAL DESIGNER & CEO
MASON AND BRASS DESIGN STUDIO LLC, CHICAGO, IL
“Melissa is the best combination of being direct and compassionate. She teaches interior designers like me what we never learned in school.”
Elizabeth was working 70+ hours a week, trapped in hourly billing and doing too much herself. She was leaving money on the table without furnishings.
We reduced her workload with smart systems and restructured her pricing. As a result, she 5xed her revenue growth with flat fees, moved into a high-exposure office, and hired three new people for her dream team. She’s working less, making more, and has time to enjoy with family and friends.
“I’ve Been Featured in Major Publications, Including The Wall Street Journal
and Elle Decor!”
KIYONDA POWELL,
PRINCIPAL DESIGNER & CEO
KIYONDA POWELL DESIGN STUDIO, WASHINGTON, DC
“Melissa is the coach who will call you out on your excuses and hold you accountable to your goals. She’s deeply invested in your success—and that’s rare."
Two years into her design business, Kiyonda was still working 7 days a week with no clear game plan, carrying 10-12 projects at a time and giving away too much for free.
We upgraded her client process from discovery to big reveal, started accurately estimating projects, and reclaimed time on her calendar to work on passion projects like showhouses and press opportunities. Since then, she’s been featured in major publications, including Harper’s Bazaar, The Wall Street Journal, and Elle Decor!
“I Tripled My Revenue With Clients I Actually Enjoy Working With…”
ERIN HASKELL GOURDE,
FOUNDER & CEO
DESIGN FOR THE PPL, SPOKANE, WA
“Melissa genuinely wants to see you succeed. Her no-fluff guidance helped me develop the confidence to be more selective about who I say yes to and organize my business processes in a way that supports my true talents.”
Erin had 37 projects on the go and zero work-life balance. She was trapped in hourly billing, saying yes to everyone, and working 100+ hour weeks. She was frustrated by the limits of local projects and was unclear about her ideal client.
We transformed how she communicates her value, empowering her to book bigger, more profitable projects with clients she enjoys working with while building her dream team. As a result, she tripled her revenue while reducing her work hours to only 40-50 hours a week. She’s opened a retail showroom and has projects across the country with select affluent clients.
Exclusive Clients, Exceptional Income, and an Extraordinary Life.
CLIENT ATTRACTION SYSTEM
(Marketing & Sales)
Generic marketing is ineffective in this industry, especially when attracting luxury clients. We craft authentic, organic, and effective marketing strategies that position you as the design firm of choice and create a full pipeline of profitable projects.
MONEY SYSTEM
(Rates & Fees)
Break free from the hourly billing trap. We create a value-based fee structure that attracts affluent clients and larger projects and investments. We leverage a VIP Paid Waitlist to strategically schedule projects and secure non-refundable deposits, ensuring a robust profit pipeline and giving you the power to double your revenue while guaranteeing a steady and reliable cash flow.
FREEDOM SYSTEM
(Systems & Processes)
Your business shouldn't be a time thief. We implement smart systems and automation to streamline your operations, set healthy boundaries, and master delegation so you can reduce work hours and reclaim your sanity and energy for your family and life.
TALENT SYSTEM
(Team Building)
Ditch the solo act. We assemble or upgrade a high-performing team that shares your vision. We create a culture of accountability and productivity. With your dream team in place, you can focus on what you do best—unleashing your creative genius and connecting with clients.
SCALE SYSTEM
(Design Delivery)
End the cycle of miscommunication and missed deadlines. We streamline design delivery and enhance communication strategies. We set clear expectations and master timelines to consistently conquer projects on or ahead of schedule. This efficiency results in happier clients and boosted profits.
Exclusive Clients, Exceptional Income, and an Extraordinary Life.
CLIENT ATTRACTION SYSTEM
(Marketing & Sales)
Generic marketing is ineffective in this industry, especially when attracting luxury clients. We craft authentic, organic, and effective marketing strategies that position you as the design firm of choice and create a full pipeline of profitable projects.
MONEY SYSTEM
(Rates & Fees)
Break free from the hourly billing trap. We create a value-based fee structure that attracts affluent clients and larger projects and investments. We leverage a VIP Paid Waitlist to strategically schedule projects and secure non-refundable deposits, ensuring a robust profit pipeline and giving you the power to double your revenue while guaranteeing a steady and reliable cash flow.
FREEDOM SYSTEM
(Systems & Processes)
Your business shouldn't be a time thief. We implement smart systems and automation to streamline your operations, set healthy boundaries, and master delegation so you can reduce work hours and reclaim your sanity and energy for your family and life.
TALENT SYSTEM
(Team Building)
Ditch the solo act. We assemble or upgrade a high-performing team that shares your vision. We create a culture of accountability and productivity. With your dream team in place, you can focus on what you do
best—unleashing your creative genius and connecting with clients.
SCALE SYSTEM
(Design Delivery)
End the cycle of miscommunication and missed deadlines. We streamline design delivery and enhance communication strategies. We set clear expectations and master timelines to consistently conquer projects on or ahead of schedule. This efficiency results in
happier clients and boosted profits.
Melissa Galt is a renowned design business strategist,
coach, and innovator behind the proprietary Design
Business Freedom Accelerator™ Method.
For 25+ years, she led her own successful residential and commercial practice in Atlanta. Over the last 15+ years, she’s empowered high-six- and seven-figure designers to create profitable practices with exclusive clients, exceptional income, and time and resources for an extraordinary life.
As a celebrated author of three books, including “Marketing Luxury Design: Attracting Affluent Clients,” and a voice that resonates through speaking engagements and her podcast, The Affluent Creative, Melissa has been featured in prominent publications like Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Business of Home. Her clients have benefitted from her direct, no-nonsense coaching style, leading to rapid results and a renewed love for the craft.
Inspired by her lineage to architectural icon Frank Lloyd Wright and Oscar-winning actress Anne Baxter, Melissa brings a legacy of creative excellence to her coaching. She is globally engaged, serves creative clients worldwide, and is a passionate speaker on the business and marketing of thriving in the creative industry. Melissa resides in Scottsdale, Arizona, where she enjoys the company of her feline companion, TC, and continues to be a pivotal force in transforming design businesses.
Melissa Galt is a renowned design business strategist, coach, and innovator behind the proprietary Design Business Freedom Accelerator™ Method.
For 25+ years, she led her own successful residential and commercial practice in Atlanta. Over the last 15+ years, she’s empowered high-six- and seven-figure designers to create profitable practices with exclusive clients, exceptional income, and time and resources for an extraordinary life.
As a celebrated author of three books, including “Marketing Luxury Design: Attracting Affluent Clients,” and a voice that resonates through speaking engagements and her podcast, The Affluent Creative, Melissa has been featured in prominent publications like Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Business of Home. Her clients have benefitted from her direct, no-nonsense coaching style, leading to rapid results and a renewed love for the craft.
Inspired by her lineage to architectural icon Frank Lloyd Wright and Oscar-winning actress Anne Baxter, Melissa brings a legacy of creative excellence to her coaching. She is globally engaged, serves creative clients worldwide, and is a passionate speaker on the business and marketing of thriving in the creative industry. Melissa resides in Scottsdale, Arizona, where she enjoys the company of her feline companion, TC, and continues to be a pivotal force in transforming
design businesses.
“Since Working with Melissa, I’ve Had My Best Year Yet,
with 25% Revenue Growth.”
NAN WRIGHT, PRINCIPAL DESIGNER & CEO
WRIGHT INTERIOR GROUP, NAPLES, FL
“Melissa has given me the tools to manage, grow, and sustainably move my business forward.”
Nan had been working hard as an interior designer of luxury homes in the Naples market for almost 20 years. She realized she wanted to work less, make more, and enjoy her life. We gave her the confidence and courage to do it.
By working with ideal clients, she can attract and retain a team of top designers who appreciate the more rewarding, larger projects.
She now charges a flat fee instead of tracking and wasting time on detailed invoices, and her minimum project investment is now $350,000. The best part? She has more weekends and nights off and spends more time with her friends.
“I Increased My Monthly Billables by Nearly 40% In Just the First Month of Coaching! I Stopped Sacrificing My Life for My Business.”
JENNA WEDEMEYER, PRINCIPAL DESIGNER & CEO
JENNA WEDEMEYER INTERIORS, CHICAGO, IL
“Thanks to Melissa, my financials are getting stronger. Melissa paid for herself 5x over!"
With ten years and several new home builds and published projects, Jenna felt she had ‘made it.’ But she had no work-life balance. Unable to meet the demand, she constantly turned down projects and even repeat clients.
We added an off-site team to handle all her ordering, expediting, and bookkeeping so that she could spend more time with her coveted clients. She hired a Junior Designer to share the workload so she could take on more clients. As a result, her gross margin increased by more than 40% and her net income by over 30%.
“I Grew My Business From Zero to $1.5 Million
in Revenue in 12 Months.”
LISA SCOTT, PRINCIPAL DESIGNER AND CEO
SCOTT DESIGN STUDIO, CORAL SPRINGS, FL
“I would recommend working with Melissa for anyone who feels stuck in managing their
clients and growing their design business.”
Lisa worked full-time at a design firm for 8 years but didn’t see an exciting future working for someone else. She was afraid to step out despite demand.
I taught her how to become her own boss and properly set client boundaries. Within the first few weeks of working together, Lisa landed her first client, which exploded her revenue growth and allowed her to immediately resign from her job and continue working on her business. Landing that first big client gave her the confidence to go out and repeat the process! Within a year, her revenue hit $1.5 million.
“Since Working with Melissa, I’ve Had My Best Year Yet, with 25% Revenue Growth.”
NAN WRIGHT,
PRINCIPAL DESIGNER & CEO
WRIGHT INTERIOR GROUP, NAPLES, FL
“Melissa has given me the tools to manage, grow, and sustainably move my
business forward.”
Nan had been working hard as an interior designer of luxury homes in the Naples market for almost 20 years. She realized she wanted to work less, make more, and enjoy her life. We gave her the confidence and courage to do it.
By working with ideal clients, she can attract and retain a team of top designers who appreciate the more rewarding, larger projects.
She now charges a flat fee instead of tracking and wasting time on detailed invoices, and her minimum project investment is now $350,000. The best part? She has more weekends and nights off and spends more time with her friends.
“I Increased My Monthly Billables by Nearly 40% In Just the First Month of Coaching! I Stopped Sacrificing My Life for My Business.”
JENNA WEDEMEYER,
PRINCIPAL DESIGNER & CEO
JENNA WEDEMEYER INTERIORS,
CHICAGO, IL
“Thanks to Melissa, my financials are getting stronger. Melissa paid for
herself 5x over!"
With ten years and several new home builds and published projects, Jenna felt she had ‘made it.’ But she had no work-life balance. Unable to meet the demand, she constantly turned down projects and even repeat clients.
We added an off-site team to handle all her ordering, expediting, and bookkeeping so that she could spend more time with her coveted clients. She hired a Junior Designer to share the workload so she could take on more clients. As a result, her gross margin increased by more than 40% and her net income by over 30%.
“I Grew My Business From Zero to $1.5 Million in Revenue in 12 Months.”
LISA SCOTT,
PRINCIPAL DESIGNER AND CEO
SCOTT DESIGN STUDIO, CORAL SPRINGS, FL
“I would recommend working with Melissa for anyone who feels stuck in managing their
clients and growing their design business.”
Lisa worked full-time at a design firm for 8 years but didn’t see an exciting future working for someone else. She was afraid to step out despite demand.
I taught her how to become her own boss and properly set client boundaries. Within the first few weeks of working together, Lisa landed her first client, which exploded her revenue growth and allowed her to immediately resign from her job and continue working on her business. Landing that first big client gave her the confidence to go out and repeat the process! Within a year, her revenue hit $1.5 million.
THE BEFORE
When Daly came to us, she was not earning enough for the time she was putting in. She was trapped in saying yes to everyone, was doing too much she didn’t love, and quickly became the bottleneck in her business.
THE TURNAROUND
We reformulated her rates and increased her fees. Next, we evaluated her team and recommended outsourcing to reduce payroll and broaden the talent pool. We built her dream team, streamlined automation, and she became selective about projects and clients.
THE TRANSFORMATION
We reduced expenses by 50% and increased productivity nearly overnight, which more than quadrupled revenues and allowed her to meet her year-end goal in only 9 months. They're now launching a product for designers as a secondary revenue stream. “We’re achieving goals faster than I ever thought was possible, and I’m in love with my business again.”
THE BEFORE
When Daly came to us, she was not earning enough for the time she was putting in. She was trapped in saying yes to everyone, was doing too much she didn’t love, and quickly became the bottleneck in her business.
THE TURNAROUND
We reformulated her rates and increased her fees. Next, we evaluated her team and recommended outsourcing to reduce payroll and broaden the talent pool. We built her dream team, streamlined automation, and she became selective about projects and clients.
THE TRANSFORMATION
We reduced expenses by 50% and increased productivity nearly overnight, which more than quadrupled revenues and allowed her to meet her year-end goal in only 9 months. They're now launching a product for designers as a secondary revenue stream. “We’re achieving goals faster than I ever thought was possible, and I’m in love with my business again.”
With the Design Business Freedom Accelerator™, you're not just building a business but crafting a legacy.
OUR COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND EXPERT STRATEGIES ARE YOUR TICKET TO:
Scale your design practice while keeping your sanity and relationships intact...
Focus 80% of your time on the work you're best at and enjoy most to optimize your impact on your bottom line…
Step back from the day-to-day without losing revenue or compromising the quality of your client experience and design delivery…
Simplify your operations for maximum profitability and client satisfaction...
Build a dedicated team that doesn’t require hand-holding so you can maximize your billable hours, wow your clients, and explore exciting new revenue streams…
And enjoy time with your family, travel, and hobbies (winery tours count) without ever feeling like you have to choose between work and life.
THE BEFORE
Andrea was the poster child for workaholism and flying by the seat of her pants (her words). She was working 70+ hour weeks, skipping lunches and living on coffee, missing out on family time because she was working so late, and feeling mentally zonked.
THE TURNAROUND
We upgraded her client process and project proposals and built her dream team. During our calls, we delivered powerful solutions that she could implement immediately.
THE TRANSFORMATION
In only eight months, she quadrupled revenue growth and went from solo to five employees. She took her first family vacation in forever, takes weekends off, and is home by 6 p.m. every night. “I wouldn’t be the mature business owner I am today without Melissa’s help. I’m in love with my business again!”
THE BEFORE
Andrea was the poster child for workaholism and flying by the seat of her pants (her words). She was working 70+ hour weeks, skipping lunches and living on coffee, missing out on family time because she was working so late, and feeling mentally zonked.
THE TURNAROUND
We upgraded her client process and project proposals and built her dream team. During our calls, we delivered powerful solutions that she could implement immediately.
THE TRANSFORMATION
In only eight months, she quadrupled revenue growth and went from solo to five employees. She took her first family vacation in forever, takes weekends off, and is home by 6 p.m. every night. “I wouldn’t be the mature business owner I am today without Melissa’s help. I’m in love with my business again!”
You're on the cusp of transformation.
Our proven systems, strategic insights, and unwavering support are ready to elevate your design practice.
This is your express lane to profitability, productivity, and refocusing on your Zone of Genius.
With the changes our industry is facing, you need an interior design coach who has ‘been there, done that’ and has her finger on the pulse of what’s working now.
It's time to reclaim your design business and ascend as the visionary leader you're meant to be.
You're on the cusp of transformation.
Our proven systems, strategic insights, and unwavering support are ready to elevate your design practice.
This is your express lane to profitability, productivity, and refocusing on your Zone of Genius.
With the changes our industry is facing, you need an interior design coach who has ‘been there, done that’ and has her finger on the pulse of what’s working now.
It's time to reclaim your design business and ascend as the visionary leader you're
meant to be.
They Lead Extraordinary Lives Marked by Exceptional Incomes and Clientele That Are the Envy of the Industry
As someone who's been in the design trenches for over 30 years and coached thousands of other designers on how to earn more in less time, with less stress…
I'm here to share that you're closer to unlocking this next level in your business than you think.
You don’t have to do this alone.
We offer the strategy and support you need to become your design firm's visionary CEO without sacrificing income, impact, or quality of life.
They Lead Extraordinary Lives Marked by Exceptional Incomes and Clientele That Are the Envy of the Industry
As someone who's been in the design trenches for over 30 years and coached thousands of other designers on how to earn more in less time, with less stress…
I'm here to share that you're closer to unlocking this next level in your business than you think.
You don’t have to do this alone.
We offer the strategy and support you need to become your design firm's visionary CEO without sacrificing income, impact, or quality of life.
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