{"id":2789,"date":"2017-03-02T07:00:43","date_gmt":"2017-03-02T12:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/?p=2789"},"modified":"2017-03-02T07:00:43","modified_gmt":"2017-03-02T12:00:43","slug":"6-ways-to-impress-interior-decorators","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/6-ways-to-impress-interior-decorators","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways to Impress Interior Decorators"},"content":{"rendered":"Obtaining your interior decorating certification was no easy feat\u2014you put in long hours, completed detailed assignments, and pursued your goals relentlessly. Now it\u2019s time to prepare yourself for the \u201creal world\u201d of design, and that means working with established professionals in the industry. You\u2019ll need to prove yourself as a serious interior decorator in order to land coveted jobs that are worthy of your talent and drive.\n\nHere are 6 helpful tips to impress interior decorators and set yourself apart as you begin your design career. Read on and take notes!\n<h3>1. Don\u2019t Underestimate Your Certification<\/h3>\nWhile the interior decorating industry does not <i>technically<\/i> require a certification, obtaining one is a huge advantage. It will not only teach you the skills required to become a successful interior decorator\u2014it will also set you apart from other interior decorators who don\u2019t have certifications!\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/online-courses\/interior-decorating\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> A certification from QC Design School<\/a>, for example, will allow you to place IDDP (International Decorating and Design Professional) at the end of your name. This demonstrates that you have all the training and skills you need to create beautiful and comfortable homes.\n<h3>2. Know the Lingo<\/h3>\nProfessional interior decorators need to know the proper terminology of the industry in order to provide their clients with the best service. As a new interior decorator, you\u2019ll want to increase your vocabulary to include terms used regularly by designers\u2014for example, <b>baluster<\/b>, <b>coffer<\/b>, and <b>dry brushing<\/b> are three commonly used interior design terms you should be very familiar with. When communicating with an established interior decorator, your knowledge of design terminology will be highly impressive and demonstrate your professionalism and expertise.\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2792\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/impress-2.jpg\" alt=\"Learn interior decorating!\" \/>\n<h3>3. Start the Largest Projects First<\/h3>\nRolling up your sleeves and diving into the less glamorous tasks of interior decorating will undoubtedly make professional interior decorators take notice. When it comes to painting or ripping up carpets in a home, this is often the best place for interior decorators to start. However, many newbies will start with smaller details and dread these larger, more labour-intensive projects. By demonstrating that you\u2019re not afraid of hard work, and putting it first on your list, you\u2019ll be building a relationship as a hard-working, savvy interior decorator in no time.\n<h3>4. Don\u2019t Show Intimidation<\/h3>\nAs someone new to the field, it is completely normal to feel intimidated when working with successful interior decorators. Try your best to keep this feeling to yourself when working on projects\u2014take your time to think details through, and as mentioned above, tackle the largest, most expensive tasks first. Smaller details such as lamps or window treatments can wait, although it is easy to get swept up in these fun details! Show established interior decorators that you have the true mindset of a designer, even though you\u2019re new to the industry.\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2793\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/impress-3.jpg\" alt=\"How to impress an interior decorator\" \/>\n<h3>5. Let Your Creativity Shine<\/h3>\nDesign professionals naturally expect that a new interior decorator will have many fresh ideas when it comes to home d\u00e9cor. And as <a href=\"\/2015\/12\/7-signs-youre-destined-to-become-an-interior-decorator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> you are a trendsetter and a people person<\/a>, of course you have unique ideas\u2014don\u2019t be afraid to share! While the lead decorator likely has a vision for the space they\u2019re working on, sharing your unique d\u00e9cor ideas for the home will show initiative, interest in the project, and expertise. Your certification will prepare you well for this type of situation, as you\u2019ll require a good sense of style for different rooms and a feel for different trends.\n<h3>6. Polish Up Your Portfolio<\/h3>\nWhen meeting with a potential employer, you\u2019ll need to be able to provide evidence that you have solved design problems in the past. This is where your portfolio comes in handy. You\u2019ve likely worked on some rooms in your home, and if not, now is the perfect time to do so (and take photos!). Taking some before and after shots of a room that needed a face lift (or new paint job) will illustrate your skills and provide you with design experience. If you attended a design school, using some of your course work is also an excellent addition to your portfolio, as are <a href=\"\/2015\/08\/how-to-build-a-strong-design-portfolio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> these ideas that will beef up the showcase of your work<\/a>.\n<h3 align=\"center\"><i>Now that you know how to impress interior decorators, it\u2019s time to network! Follow <a href=\"\/2017\/01\/finding-clients-professional-organizing-certification\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> this guide<\/a> to networking for your interior design business!<\/i><\/h3>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"You&#8217;ve obtained your interior decorating certification and now it&#8217;s time to prepare yourself for the real world! 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