Window Treatments for Profit with LuAnn Nigara

Today on Window Treatments for Profit In this re-air from A Well-Designed Business, Pinterest expert Kate Ahl walks us through how Pinterest can support not only your marketing but also your client communication.Window treatment pros can benefit from this just as much as designers. Pinterest reveals patterns, preferences, style direction, and functional priorities long before you step into a consultation. It helps you prepare smarter and present your work with clarity. You’ll learn: How client Pinterest boards reveal real style preferences What makes an image “Pinterest friendly” How to structure boards that reflect your brand How to curate content so clients understand your expertise What’s changed for 2025 in Pinterest’s visual and organizational tools Download the companion Goodie for up-to-date insights. What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠luannuniversity.com⁠ ⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠ Get the Goodies For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠here⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Audiobook: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Book 2: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠Website⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠Blog⁠ ⁠Power Talk Friday⁠ Like Us: ⁠Facebook⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠Twitter⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠Podcast⁠ Other Shows Mentioned: ⁠Summer Tannhauser #292 Allison Fannin #223 Leslie Carothers (Savour Partnership) #209  Other Links Mentioned: Website: Simple Pin Media  Pinterest: Simple Pin Media  Facebook: Simple Pin Media  Twitter: Simple Pin Media  Podcast: Simple Pin Media Podcast

Today on Window Treatments for Profit In this crossover episode from A Well-Designed Business, Pinterest strategist Cathy Heflin explains the fundamentals that still matter today. Pinterest is a search engine, not a social platform, and when you understand how it works, you can create visibility that lasts for years. If you’re a window treatment professional who wants more qualified inquiries, more eyes on your projects, and a marketing effort that compounds over time, this conversation gives you the core principles you need. You’ll learn: Why Pinterest continues to drive long-term visibility What “fresh pins” and consistency actually mean How to optimize titles, descriptions, boards, and bios for search How local window treatment pros can be discovered by the right clients What’s changed for 2025 and what remains true Be sure to download the updated Goodie for this episode. LuAnn Nigara and Cathy Heflin’s Ah-Ha Moments “We have to view Pinterest as a search engine like Google and YouTube, which automatically puts it into way more valuable real estate for our brains, our energy, our money, and our advertising or marketing dollars.” -LuAnn “Done is better than perfect. Get that content up so that you can start to have something to pin to and have places to send your clients.” -Cathy More About Cathy Heflin Cathy Heflin is a Pinterest Marketing Consultant and Strategist. She launched her Pinterest consulting business after personally experiencing how powerful Pinterest was as a driver of traffic to her own blog and online home decor shop. She offers organic and paid ad Pinterest Marketing strategies to help brands grow brand awareness, increase website traffic, increase sales, and grow their email list subscribers. Connect with Cathy Heflin Website Instagram Pinterest LinkedIn What’s new with LuAnn Nigara luannuniversity.com https://www.luannnigara.com/cob Get the Goodies For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free here. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Audiobook: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Pre-Order Book 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2 Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s Website LuAnn’s Blog Power Talk Friday Like Us: Facebook | Tweet Us: Twitter | Follow Us: Instagram | Listen Here: Podcast Other Shows Mentioned: #574 Power Talk Friday: Deb Mitchell: Attract the Right Clients With Stand-Out Copy #750 Power Talk Friday: Erin Harding: Paid Pinterest Campaigns for Interior Designers #587 Darrell Long: The Best Design Comes From Within, Not Pinterest #487 Power Talk Friday: Vanessa Shepherd: Pinterest Strategies to Grow Your Interior Design Business #331 Power Talk Friday: Kate Ahl: Pinterest for Your Interior Design Firm #292 Power Talk Friday: Summer Tannhauser – How to Leverage Pinterest for Your Interior Design Firm #223 Allison Fannin – Pinterest Tips for Your Interior Design Firm

Today With Brandon Roellchen: Brandon Roellchen of One Stop Decorating in Kansas City KS is back! In his first appearance (Ep. #225), Brandon took us inside his sales process and team structure. Now, he’s showing us exactly how he leads his sales team to consistently outperform, through culture, communication, and coaching. In this episode, Brandon reveals: His exact structure for 1-on-1 and team meetings and why they work The difference between managing performance and coaching mindset How he trains his team to thrive in a complex, evolving sales environment What it takes to lead with empathy and accountability How his 20+ year membership in Exciting Windows! continues to fuel his growth If you want a real-world example of people-first leadership that drives profit, you’ll love this conversation. Brandon’s business has deep roots in our industry—his father helped shape Exciting Windows in its early days and now Brandon is leading the next generation with clarity and excellence. More About Brandon Roellchen: Brandon Roellchen is the owner of One Stop Decorating, a family-owned window coverings business serving the Kansas City metro for more than 30 years. A graduate of the University of Kansas with a degree in Communication Studies, Brandon combines his background in communication with a passion for design, technology, and customer service. With showrooms in Shawnee, Overland Park, and Lee’s Summit, One Stop Decorating specializes in custom blinds, shades, shutters, and draperies from top brands like Hunter Douglas and Alta. Under Brandon’s leadership, the company has become a local leader in motorized solutions and personalized, shop-at-home experiences. His mission is simple: to help customers Elevate Your ViewTM with beautiful, functional, and lasting window treatments.   Connect with Brandon Roellchen: Website Facebook Instagram What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠⁠   Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999!   Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠⁠   Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Power Talk Friday⁠⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠⁠   Other Resources: This podcast supports the ⁠⁠⁠Savvy Giving Design Coalition⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about it ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design⁠⁠⁠ Join ⁠LuAnn University’s Proven Path to Profit⁠! Learn more about WCAA! Sun Shading Expo North America!   Other Shows Mentioned:WTFP #225: Brandon Roellchen: Embracing Modernization: The Importance of Adapting to Changing Business Trends

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Feeling like your profit margin doesn’t match your effort? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. But you might be missing what’s quietly draining your bottom line. In Part 2 of our Year-End Tune-Up series, LuAnn gets laser-focused on the real reason profitability slips away—and spoiler alert: it’s not just about how much you earn, it’s about how much you waste. Drawing from years of experience running Window Works and coaching top-performing business owners inside the Exciting Windows community, LuAnn lays out a clear, no-nonsense plan to close the gaps and lock in your profit strategy for 2026. You’ll walk away with practical tools to audit your expenses, rethink your marketing spend, and evaluate your team and pipeline through a profitability lens. Plus, you’ll hear a powerful case study from Exciting Windows member Oana Molodi on how operational overwhelm nearly capped her growth—until she made one strategic shift. In this episode, you’ll learn how to: Cut hidden expenses that quietly kill your margins Reinvest your dollars into high-ROI strategies Build a marketing budget that aligns with your revenue goals Review your pipeline and team to prep for 2026 growth Take real action—not just reflection—before the year ends Listen now and build your 2026 profit plan with clarity, confidence, and intention. Haven’t heard Part 1 yet? Start there, then revisit the full audit series starting with Episode #221. Our Favorite Links ⁠Windowworksnj.com⁠ ⁠Exciting Windows⁠ What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025⁠ ⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠ ⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠ Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Audiobook: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Book 2: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠Book 3: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠Website⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠Blog⁠ Like Us: ⁠Facebook⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠Twitter⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠Podcast⁠ Other Shows Mentioned: Episode 340WWLD: Year End Review, Part 1, The 4 Step Profit Fix Episode 108What Would Lu Do?: Year End 2022 – Questions to Ask Episode 114What Would Lu Do?: Year End: How to Plan Your Marketing Episode 116What Would Lu Do?: Year End Review: Apps, Tech, Memberships and More

Today on Window Treatments for Profit As the year winds down, it’s time to stop the hustle long enough to take a real look at your business—what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change before you roll into 2026. In this episode, LuAnn walks you through The 4-Step Profit Fix—a powerful year-end review process built around four key lenses: mindset, finances, marketing, and operations. You’ll learn how to uncover the beliefs holding you back, identify where your profits are leaking, see which marketing efforts are really paying off, and strengthen the systems that keep your business running smoothly. Whether you’re wrapping up your best year yet or clawing your way out of burnout, this episode will help you reset, refocus, and step into the new year with clarity and control. Our Favorite Links ⁠Windowworksnj.com⁠ ⁠Exciting Windows⁠ What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025⁠ ⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠ ⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠ Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Audiobook: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Book 2: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠Book 3: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠Website⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠Blog⁠ Like Us: ⁠Facebook⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠Twitter⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠Podcast⁠ Other Shows Mentioned: AWDB: Episode #467- Taylor Spellman: Hard Truths on Why You Need to Manage the 80% Business WTFP: Episode #61- Jessica Harling: The 7 Step Sales Process and 3 Proven Sales Techniques to be More Successful WTFP: Episode #221 – Questions to Ask Before the Year Ends WTFP: Episode #222 – Your Marketing Review and Budget WTFP: Episode #223 – Your Tech, Subscriptions, and Operational Audit Episode 269: Bound by Business: Working With the In-Laws Episode 272Bound by Business: Working With a Parent or Child Episode 275Bound by Business: Bloomin’ Blinds, Working with Your Brothers Episode 277Bound by Business: Fathers and Daughters Episode 280Bound By Business: Sisters in Business. Lindsay and Heather Madonia Episode 282Bound By Business: Like Mother, Like Son. Debbie Hall and Trent Hall Episode 283Bound by Business: Forever Friends: Mimi Harling and Susette Kubiak Episode 285Bound By Business: Sibling Success Story – John DeLuca and Agata Olivieri Episode 288Bound By Business: Mark & Laura Perel: Married & Building a Window Treatment Empire Episode 290Bound by Business: Insolroll: Jamie Friedlander and Natalie Lockwood Episode 292Bound by Business: Wilma and Tamara Kulyk: Mother Daughter Duo: Embracing Legacy While Ushering in a New Generation Episode 297Bound by Business: Brandon Barton: Honoring the Family Legacy Episode 302Bound by Business: Insights from Jessica Harling on Family Business Dynamics – Part 1 Episode 308Bound by Business: Tim Yurek: Succession Planning Made Simple: Ensuring a Smooth Transition Without Financial Strain Episode 312Bound By Business: Amy Cramer: The Legal Side of Family Business

Today on Window Treatments for Profit You don’t need a big budget to make a big impact. In this solo episode, LuAnn shares real, practical ways to market your window treatment business without breaking the bank. From reactivating past clients to building referral machines in your own zip code, these are the exact strategies her team uses every day and you can too. Whether you're in a slow season or booked out for months, one thing stays true: you should always be marketing. Tune in and learn: The #1 underused asset in your business (hint: you already know them) How to turn local partnerships into profit Why tracking your leads is more important than fancy funnels Social media hacks that actually move the needle Listen now and start showing up with intention and impact. Our Favorite Links ⁠Windowworksnj.com⁠ ⁠Exciting Windows⁠ What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025⁠ ⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠ ⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠ Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Audiobook: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Book 2: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠Book 3: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠Website⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠Blog⁠ Like Us: ⁠Facebook⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠Twitter⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠Podcast⁠

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Sun Shading Expo North America: Will You Be In the Room Where It Happens? Join LuAnn Nigara at the 2025 Sun Shading Expo North America in Indianapolis. This isn’t just another trade show, it’s where the leaders of our industry gather to shape what’s next. You’ll walk away with new ideas, stronger connections, and practical strategies to grow your window treatment business profitably. From AI and automation to marketing and operations, this event covers what matters now. Free to attendPacked with real-world education Speakers you know from Window Treatments for Profit and LuAnn University LuAnn will be keynoting on the power of partnerships, moderating the WCAA’s AI marketing panel, and connecting with attendees throughout the event. This is where breakthroughs happen — don’t miss it. https://events.american-tradeshow.com/sunshadingexpo2025/ This is your exclusive VIP code: SSENA25LUANN Our Favorite Links ⁠Windowworksnj.com⁠ ⁠Exciting Windows⁠ What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025⁠ ⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠ ⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠ Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Audiobook: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Book 2: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠Book 3: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠Website⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠Blog⁠ Like Us: ⁠Facebook⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠Twitter⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠Podcast⁠

Today on Window Treatments for Profit If you're scaling your window treatment business past $2 million or if you're on your way there, it's time to get serious about how you're building. In this episode, LuAnn breaks down the two proven business models that successful window treatment CEOs use to scale profitably. One focuses on high volume and broad reach. The other on depth, high margins, and fewer clients. Both models work. Both can generate millions. But the key is knowing which one you are building and aligning every decision around it. If you’re feeling stretched thin, wondering where the profit is, or just starting to grow and want to build with clarity, this episode will give you the framework—and the focus—you need. Our Favorite Links ⁠Windowworksnj.com⁠ ⁠Exciting Windows⁠ What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025⁠ ⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠ ⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠ Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Audiobook: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Book 2: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠Book 3: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠Website⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠Blog⁠ Like Us: ⁠Facebook⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠Twitter⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠Podcast⁠

Today on Window Treatments for Profit If you’re still setting sales goals without a plan to hit them or worse, without tracking the activity that drives them, it’s time for a reset. In today’s episode, LuAnn breaks down the real difference between high-performing teams and everyone else: KPIs that actually move the needle. You’ll learn how to reverse-engineer your revenue goals into actionable metrics, how to lead your team with clarity and accountability, and why this mindset isn’t just for sales, it’s for every part of your business. Plus, LuAnn shares a personal invitation to join her and Vince in Montana or Wyoming this October for a transformative in-person event on how to build a business that runs on purpose, profit, and leadership. In this episode: Why sales goals without KPIs are useless The 3 metrics every salesperson should know cold How to coach behavior, not just outcomes Why real leaders track every department—not just sales Ready to level up? Start tracking like a pro and leading like a CEO. Learn more about Mission: Forward Planning at excitingwindows.biz/mfp Our Favorite Links ⁠Windowworksnj.com⁠ ⁠Exciting Windows⁠ What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025⁠ ⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠ ⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠  Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Audiobook: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Book 2: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠Book 3: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠Website⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠Blog⁠ Like Us: ⁠Facebook⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠Twitter⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠Podcast⁠

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Two window treatment businesses. Same town. Same products. Totally different results. One is always discounting to close the sale. The other commands top dollar with ease. What’s the difference? It’s not geography. It’s mindset—and execution. In this episode, LuAnn shares the six non-negotiable service touches that attract high-end clients and justify premium pricing. These are the systems and standards that elevate your client experience and boost your bottom line—because luxury is never just about the product. It’s about how you deliver it. If you're ready to stop defending your price and start owning your value, this episode is for you. Our Favorite Links Windowworksnj.com Exciting Windows What’s new with LuAnn Nigara The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025 Watch the Docuseries! https://www.luannnigara.com/cob  Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Audiobook: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday ExpertsBook 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2 Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s Website LuAnn’s Blog Like Us: Facebook | Tweet Us: Twitter | Follow Us: Instagram | Listen Here: Podcast

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Let’s be real—strategic planning sounds great… until the phone rings, the orders stack up, and your inbox explodes. But if you’re stuck working in the business instead of on it, you’re not scaling—you’re surviving. In this episode, LuAnn shares a practical framework to finally move the needle on the projects that will actually grow your business. From making the master list to mapping out a 12-month CEO plan, this episode is your roadmap to clarity, control, and momentum. Plus, LuAnn shares why the CEO Conference by Exciting Windows! exists—and how you can get in the room where business breakthroughs happen. Listen in and learn how to: Build a strategic focus calendar for your business Prioritize what actually impacts profit Shift from overwhelm to intentional execution Get support from a community of business owners who get it Because “someday” is not a strategy. Let’s go. Our Favorite Links Windowworksnj.com Exciting Windows What’s new with LuAnn Nigara The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025 Watch the Docuseries! http://www.luannnigara.com/cob  Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Audiobook: The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action Book 2: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday ExpertsBook 3: A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2 Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s Website LuAnn’s Blog Like Us: Facebook | Tweet Us: Twitter | Follow Us: Instagram | Listen Here: Podcast

Today With LuAnn Nigara: If 2025 has felt unpredictable, up and down, or just plain stuck—you’re not alone. But here’s the hard truth: not deciding what to do next is still a decision. And it might be the one that’s keeping your business from real growth. In this solo episode of Window Treatments for Profit, LuAnn breaks down the difference between business owners who spin and those who scale—especially in uncertain times. You’ll hear: What smart CEOs do when the economy wobbles Why “waiting it out” is not a strategy What you don’t know you don’t know (and how to fix that) How to get your hands on the exact frameworks top window treatment pros are using to raise profit, delegate better, and lead with clarity Plus, LuAnn shares how you can get a front-row seat—free—to the CEO Conference Zoom Preview on September 11th. This episode is your sign to stop hesitating—and start leading. Press play and let’s make your next 90 days count. A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows! What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Power Talk Friday⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Other Resources: This podcast supports the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Savvy Giving Design Coalition⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about it ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join ⁠⁠LuAnn University's Proven Path to Profit⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Exciting Windows!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Coaching and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Managing For Profit Upcoming Locations in October & November⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Montana, Wyoming & Indianapolis, IN - Use code PROFITS at checkout to attend FREE (normally $695) Free Exciting Windows! CEO Conference Preview Zoom - ⁠⁠Register Here⁠⁠! ⁠Exciting Windows CEO Conference⁠ in Indianapolis Sun Shading Expo North America⁠!

Today With Laura Nelson: In today’s episode, LuAnn welcomes longtime friend and industry expert Laura Nelson, owner of Sew Nice in West Lafayette, Indiana. With over 30 years of experience in custom window treatments and soft furnishings, Laura has built a business rooted in craftsmanship, consistency, and care. They talk about Laura’s journey from solo workroom to respected leader in the WCAA, the roles she’s played at both the national and local chapter levels, and what’s kept her motivated through decades of industry change. It’s a story of staying power, service, and deep love for the trade. More About Laura Nelson The owner of Sew Nice located in West Lafayette, Indiana. I have 30 years of experience with fabricating custom window treatments, slipcovers, other soft home furnishings for interior designers and home owners in Indiana. I am a WFCP Workroom and Color Specialist and an active member of the Window Coverings Association of America (WCAA), currently serving as Co-President for the WCAA Indiana Chapter . As an educator, I have taught classes for the American Sewing Guild, the WCAA, and the Custom Workroom Conference. I volunteer my time and services frequently for community service projects. Connect with Laura Nelson Website Facebook Instagram A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows! What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠⁠ Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Power Talk Friday⁠⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠⁠ Other Resources: This podcast supports the ⁠⁠⁠Savvy Giving Design Coalition⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about it ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design⁠⁠⁠ Join ⁠LuAnn University's Proven Path to Profit⁠! Learn more about WCAA! Sun Shading Expo North America! Other Shows: WTFP #286: Julie Murphy: From Home Sewing to Million-Dollar Workroom

Today With LuAnn Nigara: In this solo What Would Lu Do episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the exact five strategic shifts I had to make when we scaled Window Works from $1.8M to nearly $5M. These aren’t feel-good theories—these are real-world, battle-tested pivots in how you think, lead, and operate your business. We’ll cover: The CEO mindset shift that starts it all—and why it’s harder (and more important) than you think Why the systems that got you here will absolutely hold you back from scaling The new level of team accountability and financial visibility you must develop What it really takes to market like a $5M business—and sell like one, too How to stop reacting—and start leading with intention and vision Don’t forget to grab the free goodie for this episode—a downloadable checklist that recaps all 5 shifts and gives you one place to find all the episodes, tools, and trainings I mention. Go to luannnigara.com/goodie A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows! What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Power Talk Friday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Other Resources: This podcast supports the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Savvy Giving Design Coalition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about it ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chairman of the Board⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with LuAnn Nigara! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Exciting Windows!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Coaching and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn University - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The "Make a Friend" 7-Step Selling System with Jessica Harling⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Managing For Profit Upcoming Locations in October & November⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Montana, Wyoming & Indianapolis, IN - Use code PROFITS at checkout to attend FREE (normally $695) Free Exciting Windows! CEO Conference Preview Zoom - ⁠Register Here⁠! Exciting Windows CEO Conference in Indianapolis Metrique Solutions Other Shows:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WTFP #25: Rick Baker: Preserving Your Values as You Grow Your Window Treatment Business AWDB #191: Eileen Hahn: Building An Exceptional Team AWDB #1040: Eileen Hahn: 5 Steps to an Exceptional Hire AWDB #503: Traci Reuter: Divine Social; The Power of Paid Ads on Social Media AWDB #803: Amber De La Garza: Productivity is Personal – How to Create Systems that Will Work for You! WTFP Vita's Tips In Ten WTFP C-Suite Talks AWDB #466: Nicole Heymer: You’ve Defined Your Brand…Now What? AWDB #317: Nicole Heymer: 6 Keys to Planning A Website That Makes Things Happen AWDB #125: Nicole Heymer: How To Brand Your Business. Yes, again! Do not miss this one!!! AWDB #760: Jessica Harling: The 7 Step Sales Process for Interior Designers and Window Treatment Professionals

Today With LuAnn Nigara: Would you ever leave your kid standing on the field after practice because you were “too busy” with work? Of course not. So why are you willing to stand up your business week after week? In this episode of Window Treatments for Profit, I’m breaking down the CEO Hour—the one meeting you can’t afford to skip. We’ll talk about: Why business owners constantly blow off their own CEO time (and how to stop) The costly mistakes that happen when you skip it The ROI that comes from showing up every single week A simple framework to make CEO Hour effective and actionable This episode is your wake-up call to stop leaving your business waiting and start leading with intention. Plus: If this resonates with you, mark your calendar for Sept 11th, 1:30–3:00 PM EST for the free Exciting Windows! CEO Conference Preview Zoom—a 90-minute look at the exact strategies successful owners use. Register here A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows! What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Power Talk Friday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Other Resources: This podcast supports the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Savvy Giving Design Coalition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about it ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chairman of the Board⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with LuAnn Nigara! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Exciting Windows!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Coaching and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn University - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The "Make a Friend" 7-Step Selling System with Jessica Harling⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Managing For Profit Upcoming Locations in October & November⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Montana, Wyoming & Indianapolis, IN - Use code PROFITS at checkout to attend FREE (normally $695) Free Exciting Windows! CEO Conference Preview Zoom - Register Here! Amber De La Garza's Podcast - Small Business Straight Talk Other Shows:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #281: What Would Lu Do?: Being the CEO – The Key to Your Business Success #1038: What Would Lu Do?: Make 2025 Your Year! #760: Jessica Harling: The 7 Step Sales Process for Interior Designers and Window Treatment Professionals #244: What Would Lu Do?: Seven Strategies for Business Excellence in 2024: Steps 1 and 2 #246: What Would Lu Do?: Seven Strategies for Business Excellence in 2024: Steps 3, 4 and 5 #248: What Would Lu Do?: Seven Strategies for Business Excellence in 2024: Steps 6 and 7

Today With Jessica Harling: Welcome to Window Treatments For Profit! Jessica is back for part two of our conversation, and today we're flipping the script. Instead of focusing on what Jessica learned from interviewing others in her 'Bound by Business' series, we're diving into her own personal journey working in a family business for years. Jessica gets vulnerable about her experiences, sharing the four key things she learned from reflection—from recognizing when you're being supported more than you think, to the stories we create in our minds about family members' intentions. We'll explore her decision to step away and forge her own path, the importance of having real conversations instead of making assumptions, and how to appreciate family members for who they are and what they bring. This is honest, real talk about family dynamics, personal growth, and the courage it takes to make tough decisions when business and family collide. Plus, Jessica shares that she's ramping up for round two of the Bound by Business series! Join us for a candid conversation filled with wisdom, self-reflection, and invaluable insights for anyone navigating complex family relationships in business. More About Jessica Harling With unwavering conviction, Jessica Harling can break down complex decisions to simplify an action plan. Her dynamic problem-solving can confront potential obstacles proactively and energize any team, making others feel valued to achieve their ambitious company goals. She is the founder of Behind the Design, a People Operations company that enthusiastically collaborates with leadership to build dream teams! From recruiting to training and process development, their intuition for creating strong emotional connections discovers and nurtures rockstar talent with established streamlined processes that impact the company’s bottom line. Connect with Jessica Harling Website Instagram  Facebook A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows! What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠ Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Power Talk Friday⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠ Other Resources: This podcast supports the ⁠⁠Savvy Giving Design Coalition⁠⁠. Learn more about it ⁠⁠here⁠⁠! ⁠⁠AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project⁠⁠ ⁠⁠AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design⁠⁠ “Prerequisites for Success” Live Zoom Event - August 14th, 2025 Free Exciting Windows! CEO Conference Preview Zoom - ⁠Register Here⁠! Other Shows: WTFP #302: Bound by Business: Insights from Jessica Harling on Family Business Dynamics – Part 1

Today With Oana Molodoi: Today on Window Treatment for Profits I am joined by Oana from OM Drapes Design joins me for an On-Air Strategy Session about managing explosive growth without dropping the ball on client service. With her new showroom generating incredible trade momentum, Oana feels torn between serving designers and maintaining her direct consumer base. But as we dig deeper, we discover this isn't about choosing between markets—it's about having capacity to serve everyone who wants to buy from you. We explore the critical difference between hiring a salesperson versus admin assistant, how to determine what should stay on your plate versus what to delegate, and why I had Kim ride in the car with me for three years straight. If you're overwhelmed by your own success or struggling to keep up with demand while maintaining quality, this episode will give you clarity on your next move. More About Oana Molodoi As a wife, mother, and entrepreneur, Oana understands the importance of creating spaces that enhance how we live. She built OM Drapes Design with a foundation of genuine care—for her clients, community, and team—and this commitment shows in every beautiful project and delighted client. Her distinguished clientele throughout Orange County's luxury communities includes business executives, doctors, lawyers, and professional athletes, who consistently praise her professional approach and commitment to excellence. With a background in Advertising and experience serving Fortune 500 executives, Oana seamlessly blends creative vision with meticulous execution. Holding an MBA and multiple certifications in interior design, window treatments, and motorization, she leads a team of highly skilled professionals. Through a carefully selected network of premium manufacturers and expert installers, OM Drapes Design provides clients access to exclusive fabrics and innovative solutions, ensuring each project achieves the perfect balance of beauty and functionality. The launch of OM Drapes Design’s first showroom at the Laguna Design Center in 2025 marks an exciting new chapter, offering an elevated luxury experience for clients and design professionals alike. Connect with Oana Molodoi Website Instagram Facebook A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows! What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠ Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Power Talk Friday⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠ Other Resources: This podcast supports the ⁠⁠Savvy Giving Design Coalition⁠⁠. Learn more about it ⁠⁠here⁠⁠! ⁠⁠AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project⁠⁠ ⁠⁠AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design⁠⁠ Other Shows: WTFP #25: Rick Baker: Preserving Your Values as You Grow Your Window Treatment Business WTFP #43: Peggy Morgans: How Do I Get My Business Ready to Sell? WTFP #70: Elizabeth Gerdes: Sometimes a Pivot is the Best Thing for Your Window Treatment Business Happiness WTFP #177: Elizabeth Gerdes: The Powerful Impact of Peer Relationships When Building Your Window Treatment Business WTFP #270: On Air Strategy Sessions: Is a Disconnect Causing Your Ideal Clients to Walk Away?

Today With Tara Kennedy: Today with Tara Kennedy, Director of Marketing at Window Modes, we explore what exceptional dealer support looks like in the window treatment industry. Tara brings a unique background from Direct Response marketing to this wholesale fabricator that's been serving professionals since the early 90s. We discuss their approach to motorization education, concealment systems through their Blind Space partnership, and how they've built lasting relationships with dealers through high-touch customer service. From their 24-48 hour remake policy to getting on calls with dealers who are troubleshooting on job sites, this conversation reveals what it takes to be a true partner in today's increasingly technical marketplace. Whether you're exploring new manufacturing relationships or looking to expand into motorization and concealment systems, you'll gain valuable insights into finding vendors who invest in your success More About Tara Kennedy As the Director of Marketing at Window Modes, Tara Kennedy brings over a decade of experience driving growth and visibility for innovative brands across the home design and consumer goods industries. She began her career in the high-stakes world of Direct Response marketing, where she mastered the art of launching products from concept to retail shelf—through TV, e-commerce, and big box stores. Today, she leads marketing efforts for Window Modes, a leading nationwide fabricator of manual and motorized window treatments. From brand storytelling to SEO, and from trend forecasting to product launches, she is passionate about combining design with data to create impactful campaigns that connect with customers and deliver results. Her work is guided by a love of beautiful fabrics, clean hardware, and smart concealment—and an unrelenting drive to elevate the window treatment category through education and innovation. Whether she’s behind a campaign or in front of a camera for her YouTube series “In the Know”, she brings energy, humor, and strategy to everything she touches. Connect with Tara Kennedy Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Blindspace for Window Modes: We are proud to be a distributor for Blindspace products. IWCE 2025 - Page 46 Blindspace Product Resource Page IWCE Booth Video Instagram Reel Tara’s LinkedIn A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows! What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠ ⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠ ⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠ Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠here⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Audiobook: ⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠ Book 2: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠Website⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠Blog⁠ ⁠Power Talk Friday⁠ Like Us: ⁠Facebook⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠Twitter⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠Podcast⁠ Other Resources: This podcast supports the ⁠Savvy Giving Design Coalition⁠. Learn more about it ⁠here⁠! ⁠AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project⁠ ⁠AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design⁠ Other Shows: WTFP #61: Jessica Harling: The 7 Step Sales Process and 3 Proven Sales Techniques to be More Successful WTFP #289: What Would Lu Do?: Exceptional Customer Service is Key to Profitability WTFP #314: What Would Lu Do?: How to Attract High-End Window Treatment Clients by Speaking to Their Priorities—Not Their Wallets

Today With LuAnn Nigara: In the final episode of our series, LuAnn tackles the ultimate sales killer: skipping the system. Without a process, you’re winging it — and that means leaving money, confidence, and opportunities on the table. Learn why structure is not about sounding scripted — it’s about building trust, guiding your clients, and creating repeatable success. LuAnn walks you through a self-diagnosis to uncover the gaps in your process and shares six concrete action steps to build a system that works — from your first call all the way through the close. This episode isn’t about perfection — it’s about preparation, practice, and the confidence that comes from truly knowing your craft. Listen now to learn: The biggest mistakes even experienced pros make in their process How to balance structure with authenticity Why discovery is always crucial — even when clients think they know what they want The key differences between practicing off the field and in front of your client If you’re ready to stop winging it and start selling like a pro, this one’s for you. A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows! What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Power Talk Friday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Other Resources: This podcast supports the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Savvy Giving Design Coalition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about it ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chairman of the Board⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with LuAnn Nigara! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Exciting Windows!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Coaching and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn University - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The "Make a Friend" 7-Step Selling System with Jessica Harling⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Managing For Profit Upcoming Locations in October & November⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Montana, Wyoming & Indianapolis, IN - Use code PROFITS at checkout to attend FREE (normally $695) Other Shows:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠WTFP #320: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 1⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠WTFP #321: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 2: Avoiding the Budget Talk⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠WTFP #322: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 3: Feature Dumping⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠WTFP #323: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 4: Being a Chameleon⁠ ⁠WTFP #324: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 5: Avoiding the Close WTFP #325: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 6: Taking “Maybe” as a Yes AWDB #508: Power Talk Friday: Nikki Rausch: The Sales Maven AWDB #760: Jessica Harling: The 7 Step Sales Process for Interior Designers and Window Treatment Professionals

Today With LuAnn Nigara: “Maybe” feels polite. Safe. Hopeful. But in sales? It’s a silent killer. In this episode of Window Treatments for Profit, I break down the 6th Deadly Sales Sin: mistaking vague responses for real opportunities. You’ll learn why “maybe” doesn’t pay the bills, how to stop waiting in limbo, and the exact scripts to lead your client to a clear yes—or an honest no. If your pipeline is full of “we’ll think about it,” this is your wake-up call. Listen now and take back your power at the close. A Big THANK YOU to Today’s Podcast Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Exciting Windows! What’s new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get The Goodies! For checklists, resources, and extra goodies from A Well-Designed Business sign up for free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To Get on LuAnn’s Email List, text the word designbiz to 444999! Purchase LuAnn’s Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pre-Order Book 3: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Power Talk Friday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Other Resources: This podcast supports the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Savvy Giving Design Coalition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about it ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWDB #717 Susan Wintersteen: Interior design firm standards in a nonprofit passion project⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWDB #164: Susan Wintersteen- Savvy Giving by Design⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chairman of the Board⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with LuAnn Nigara! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Exciting Windows!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Coaching and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn University - ⁠⁠⁠⁠The "Make a Friend" 7-Step Selling System with Jessica Harling⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Managing For Profit Upcoming Locations in October & November⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Montana, Wyoming & Indianapolis, IN - Use code PROFITS at checkout to attend FREE (normally $695) Other Shows:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠WTFP #320: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 1⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠WTFP #321: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 2: Avoiding the Budget Talk⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠WTFP #322: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 3: Feature Dumping⁠⁠ ⁠WTFP #323: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 4: Being a Chameleon WTFP #324: What Would Lu Do?: The 7 Deadly Sins That are Killing Your Sales – Part 5: Avoiding the Close