What designers say about working with Michele
Michele has helped Interior Design Businesses and Workrooms reach their financial and operational goals for over 20 years. Hear more about what her clients have to say below.
“Working with Michele gave us the knowledge to understand the numbers behind our business.”
“We are now able to plan our growth, strategically, year after year.”
When Virginia and her partner joined, they were growing rapidly and felt like the numbers behind their business were a bit out of control. There seemed to be a disconnect between company growth and profits. We dissected each area of the company to make informed decisions, and worked through all the financials to help them gain clarity and ownership around their numbers.
Virginia Toledo
Interior Designer
“Michele pushes me in all the right ways, and never makes me feel like I can’t do it.”
“Michele has been key in taking my business to the next level.”
Brenda came to Michele to get help removing the overwhelm in her business so she could recapture her joy and increase profitability. Brenda wanted the business to grow and be sustainable. Michele helped her with systems, processes, mindset, and boundaries which restored her joy – and profitability.
Brenda Thompson
Interior Designer
“I now have confidence when making financial decisions and growing the business.”
“Michele has helped me gain financial control of my business so I know where and how each dollar is spent – with no surprises.”
Amy had a high-end design firm that was operating well, but she wanted it to be even better. We worked through her current frustrations and challenges and made a strategy to tackle each one. Her hiring process was improved along with gaining ownership of every dollar spent in the business leading to greater profits.
Amy Morris
Interior Designer
“Michele is 100% invested in my success as an entrepreneur and that support is invaluable.”
“Michele has been present, engaged, and a strong shoulder to lean on.”
When Rose joined, she had a thriving business that was growing, and she wanted to do it in the best way possible without overwhelm. We investigated her business profitability, company productivity and navigating difficult situations. Rose has been able to continue building her business with higher profits while intentionally making decisions about her future. She is more in control of her business each day.
Rose Zefferino
Interior Designer
“Michele takes the multitude of complicated challenges of entrepreneurship and breaks them down into manageable easy steps.”
“I am blessed to have the opportunity to work with Michele. And if you're reading this trying to figure out if she's the one for you, stop reading and go sign up for something she does.”
After 17 years in business, Kacey was fed up. She had a laundry list of areas of improvement and had no idea what to tackle first or how to go about doing it. Michele’s system helped identify the most critical needs and map out a plan to solve them. Kacey learned to face her fears and take on new challenges with excitement. She realized she could learn and master the financials and other areas of her company.
Kacey Graham
Interior Designer
“I grew as much as my profits did, and with her by my side, do not intend to stop this growth anytime soon!"
“Michele may specialize in Profits, and unquestionably will improve them, but my investment in her actually proved to be an investment in myself.”
Shawna interviewed numerous coaches before deciding to join Michele. Her expectation began with understanding her profitability, but became so much more. Michele helped Shawna find her WHY which had a profound impact on both her business and her life. While the numbers were important, Shawna realized that the mindset work that came before the numbers was what mattered most.
Shawna Percival
Interior Designer
“I am so thankful that I have had the advice, guidance and support with a healthy dose of love and prayers from Michele.”
“My business will thrive because of the foundation and tools that Michele has provided me.”
Jennifer had a good business that wanted to become great. Using the financials as a tool for growth, Michele helped her forecast, strategize, then put goals in place to grow the business in a way that fit her life. Jennifer has consistently been able to increase her goals and sales year over year after working with Michele.
Jennifer Smith
Interior Designer and Window Treatment Professional
“The confidence and peace of mind that comes with my company’s financial security is the best feeling in the world.”
“I know that working with Michele, I have someone with me on my journey to meet the goals set and to help adjust as needed.”
Lauren had billing and financial issues when she reached out to Michele. We did a deep-dive into her financials and found areas that had been neglected. Processes and metrics were established to support the company in all aspects. Lauren now loves creating a map of where her business is going and measuring to it along the way.
Lauren Davenport
Interior Designer
"We now have the most detailed and comprehensive strategic plan tailored to our business, beautifully integrating our values, mission, and vision with clear steps to guide us toward the company we’ve always dreamed of."
As we redefined our niche market and worked to grow our mother-daughter legacy business over the past few years, we realized the importance of having a plan. We thought we understood strategic planning—goal setting, right? But after a deep dive with Michele and Scarlet Thread Consulting, we now have the most detailed and comprehensive strategic plan tailored to our business. It beautifully integrates our values, mission, and vision, with clear steps to guide BMD toward the company we’ve always dreamed of.
Our plan is broken into manageable quarterly increments, making it practical and actionable rather than overwhelming. Every category has clearly defined key performance indicators, which keep us motivated and on track. We've always believed in the blessing of leading and stewarding BMD, and this strategic plan has become instrumental in equipping us to aim high and reach for the stars!
Beth Meyer
Interior Designer