by Linda Reed Friedman | Oct 27, 2025 | Business, Career, Creativity, Events, Leadership, Relationships, Reputation
“Your brand is what other people say about you when you’re not in the room.” – Jeff Bezos You don’t need a podium or a PowerPoint to make an impression. Every casual conversation—whether it’s with a client, vendor, or colleague—is an opportunity...
by Linda Reed Friedman | Oct 20, 2025 | Business, Creativity, Leadership, Relationships, Wealth
If you can’t explain your vision in a minute, you’ll lose the moment. In the world of design, opportunities often appear unexpectedly,a quick chat at a showroom, a brief meeting at a networking event, or a chance encounter with a potential...
by Linda Reed Friedman | Oct 16, 2025 | Business, Career, Creativity, Leadership, Relationships, Reputation
“When dealing with people, remember you are not dealing with creatures of logic, but creatures of emotion.” – Dale Carnegie In design and in business, conflict is inevitable. Whether it’s a client who changes direction mid-project or a team member who...
by Linda Reed Friedman | Oct 15, 2025 | Business, Career, Creativity, Leadership
Leaders who speak well inspire well Ever noticed how some leaders can turn a Monday meeting into a motivational moment while others drain the room faster than bad fluorescent lighting? Great communication is leadership. The right words can energize your team, clarify...
by Linda Reed Friedman | Oct 14, 2025 | Business, Creativity, Reputation
“Design is intelligence made visible.” – Alina Wheeler Designers know that great spaces aren’t accidents; they’re carefully planned for flow, balance, and purpose. The same rule applies to speeches: when your structure works, your message shines. ...
by Linda Reed Friedman | Oct 13, 2025 | Business, Career, Creativity, Reputation, Wealth
A design pitch for a builder should never sound like one for a homeowner. Every presentation lives or dies by how well it connects with its audience. A homeowner wants to feel the space the comfort, beauty, and emotion behind your design. A builder wants...
