Professional Practice for Interior Designers, 3rd Edition | 
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| Author: Christine M., Asid, Iida Piotrowski
Publisher: Wiley
Category: Book
List Price: $80.00
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Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 24821
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 3 Sub
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 672
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.1
Dimensions (in): 11 x 8.7 x 1.5
ISBN: 0471384011
Dewey Decimal Number: 729.068
EAN: 9780471384014
ASIN: 0471384011
Publication Date: July 27, 2001
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Product Description
The tools needed to create and manage a thriving interior design practice
This essential sourcebook provides all of the information needed to establish and manage a productive, profitable interior design firm. Filled with savvy business and career advice, Professional Practice for Interior Designers, Third Edition delivers updated and expanded coverage of the full range of legal, financial, management, marketing, administrative, and ethical issues faced by sole practitioners, firm principals, and managers.
This comprehensive reference lays out clear, practical guidelines on how to structure a contract and prevent legal problems; work with other designers, allied professionals, clients, and vendors; and calculate fees that are both fair and profitable. Recommended reading for NCIDQ candidates, it offers easy-to-follow tips and instruction on how to:
* Write and implement a successful business plan
* Choose the right form of business to fit specific needs
* Institute strategic planning
* Develop effective promotional tools
* Manage finances and set up a computerized accounting system
* Manage employees and team members
Establishing a comprehensive foundation for effective business practice, Professional Practice for Interior Designers, Third Edition is the one-stop resource that no interior designer can afford to be without.
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 Good Source for NCIDQ Review July 24, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I used this book in my professional practice class and a co-worker of mine borrowed it to study for the NCIDQ - she said many of the ethical and business related questions that appeared on the test were covered in this book. It is really well written and easy to follow. The CD has good resources, like mock invoices and POs that you can open and edit.
a heave book February 16, 2008
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
thick book,man. I have to carry it to school for my class.
it has all need about Inerior Design profession
Definitely one of your better business books November 30, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The reviewer prior to myself I feel summed it up best when describing this book. The author has written the book as if she's always been your trusted friend. She writes in a way as if she is actually talking to you.
Other books I've read often come across a bit too technical and slightly over my head. This one is more down-to-earth, packed with good advice, and one can sense her sincere concern for the reader to understand.
I really love the entire book, especially the chapter dealing with ethics. Since there are many "seasoned" designers who seem to lack ethical conduct, this book is great for beginners and veterans alike.
Bada Bing! October 19, 2007
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
It was fast
It was what I ordered
Im happy, they're happy
Win Win!
Read before you practice September 23, 2005
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I have practiced interior design for over 20 years and still found this book to be invaluable. The information about legal ramifications and insurance coverage was enlightening but also sobering. It's a must read for any design firm principal or freelance designer.
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