LuAnn Nigara

LuAnn Nigara LuAnn Nigara, host of A Well-Designed Business podcast, interviews leaders in the interior design in

Heading into the city tonight for the NKBA event in Manhattan, and after a few months of lots of travel, it feels so goo...
11/13/2025

Heading into the city tonight for the NKBA event in Manhattan, and after a few months of lots of travel, it feels so good to have something close to home! 💚

If I don’t see you there, make a plan to join me next Monday at Window Works for our next Lunch & Learn with Wendy Estela of Estela Law and Designed Council.

Wendy will be diving into Interior Design contracts, intellectual property, and the “new” transparency in pricing...a session every designer should hear.

This photo is from when Wendy and I connected at Design Edge Orange County back in September — and trust me, she’s bringing the good stuff again next week. 😉

Seats are limited, so grab your spot and come learn with us! Register today ➡️ loom.ly/6V2BXzg

“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” – John D. RockefellerSometimes “good enough” is the biggest b...
11/12/2025

“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” – John D. Rockefeller

Sometimes “good enough” is the biggest barrier between you and your next level.

Growth requires courage — the courage to let go of what’s comfortable and reach for what’s better.

Decide to be excellent. 💚 (Even when it means shaking things up 😉)

11/11/2025

Ever wondered how to take that first leap into interior design, or how to reframe your thinking to grow at any stage of business?

On today’s episode of A Well-Designed Business, I’m joined by Rebecca Ward, CEO and Principal Designer of Rebecca Ward Design. With nearly 20 years of experience, Rebecca has built one of Sacramento’s premier design firms and a thriving mentorship platform for emerging designers.

We’re talking about:
✅ Moving from “employee” to entrepreneurial mindset
✅ Shaping a healthy money mindset for yourself and your clients
✅ Why mentorship + community are lifelines in this industry

Rebecca’s wisdom is grounded, encouraging, and filled with actionable advice. Whether you’re a baby designer just starting out or a seasoned pro ready for your next growth chapter, this is for you.

Go to luannnigara.com/podcast to listen

Sunday reflections...✨ Perfection is a moving target, and chasing it will keep you stuck.In business (and life), progres...
11/09/2025

Sunday reflections...✨
Perfection is a moving target, and chasing it will keep you stuck.

In business (and life), progress is what matters. The willingness to keep showing up, learning, and adjusting. The courage to move forward even when things aren’t perfectly polished.

Perfection might impress people, but progress is what builds something lasting.

👉 What’s one small step forward you’re celebrating this week?

What a fantastic week in Indianapolis! 💚The Sun Shading Expo was absolutely buzzing with so many incredible brands, lear...
11/08/2025

What a fantastic week in Indianapolis! 💚

The Sun Shading Expo was absolutely buzzing with so many incredible brands, learning sessions, and conversations happening all in one place. I had the honor of keynoting on one of my favorite topics — collaboration — and I loved every minute of it.

Beyond the stage, I got to spend time with some of my favorite people: part of my marketing team, our incredible WCAA members, and of course, our Exciting Windows CEOs for our annual conference.

A huge thank-you to the Sun Shading Expo team for putting on such a beautiful, well-organized event, and to everyone who came out to participate, learn, or just say hi.

Here’s the truth, weeks like this remind me why I love what I do. The learning, the laughter, the people who show up ready to grow. That’s what it’s all about.

I’ve been nominated for the Window Fashion Vision Reader’s Choice Award in the "PR, Marketing & Consulting" category and...
11/07/2025

I’ve been nominated for the Window Fashion Vision Reader’s Choice Award in the "PR, Marketing & Consulting" category and I gotta say, this one means a lot.

After 40+ years in this industry, I’ve poured my heart into helping window treatment pros and interior designers build profitable businesses they’re proud of. Through Window Works, LuAnn University, my podcasts, live events, and every single DM and coaching call in between… it has been, and continues to be, the honor of a lifetime.
If you’ve gained something from our work together, I’d be so grateful for your vote.

Tap the link below to cast your vote before polls close Friday, Nov 14th:
https://loom.ly/44FLQSo

Thank you for being part of this journey. It was never just about window treatments, it is and always will be, about the people.

11/07/2025

Today, I'm bringing back one of the most game-changing episodes with Beth Bender of The Dove Agency.

Beth breaks down the systems, financial structure, and processes every design firm needs to run smoothly and profitably. This conversation is all about strengthening the foundation of your business so your creativity has room to thrive.

If you haven’t heard it yet, now’s your chance to learn the strategies that have helped so many designers scale with confidence.

If you’ve listened before, press play again. You’re in a new season, and you’ll hear new lessons waiting for you this time around.

Go to luannnigara.com/podcast to listen!

“Motivation will almost always beat mere talent.” – Norman Ralph AugustineTalent might open the door, but motivation is ...
11/05/2025

“Motivation will almost always beat mere talent.” – Norman Ralph Augustine

Talent might open the door, but motivation is what keeps you walking through it. Again and again.

You can be the most gifted designer, salesperson, or leader in the room, but if you don’t have the drive to keep learning, growing, and showing up when it’s hard…talent alone won’t carry you.

So whatever you’re working toward this week, don’t just lean on your skills, fuel them with action.

Decide to be excellent. 💚 (And stay hungry for what happens next. 😉

11/04/2025

What if your next business partner was your next Uber driver? It sounds like a movie plot, but it’s the real story behind Studio Fifth Sunday. Join me this week as I talk with Trent Kendrick (the creative) and Zain Suthar (the business mind) about how their chance meeting led to a powerhouse partnership. Tune in to hear how they make financial decisions, vet new clients, and why their "left brain/right brain" dynamic is their biggest strength.

Go to luannnigara.com/podcast to listen

It’s that time again — not just to close the books, but to really look at your business before heading into a new year.I...
11/03/2025

It’s that time again — not just to close the books, but to really look at your business before heading into a new year.

In this episode of Window Treatments for Profit, LuAnn walks you through The 4-Step Profit Fix—a simple yet powerful framework to review your mindset, finances, marketing, and operations so you can step into 2026 with clarity and confidence.

If you’ve been running full speed all year without stopping to reflect, this is your sign to pause, reset, and plan with purpose.

Listen now: https://loom.ly/PM68f-E

Tonight's reminder...Sometimes, things just don’t go as planned.Vin and I were supposed to fly out for the Sun Shading E...
11/03/2025

Tonight's reminder...Sometimes, things just don’t go as planned.

Vin and I were supposed to fly out for the Sun Shading Expo today and take a little road trip into Kentucky — state #48 on his quest to visit all 50. We’re so close! But our flight was canceled, so here we are… not quite where we thought we’d be tonight.

And you know what? That’s life — in travel, in business, in everything. Plans shift. Timelines move. You take a breath, adjust, and keep going. When things slow down or take a detour, it's OK. You’re still moving forward!

Here’s to flexibility, patience, and trusting the timing — even when it’s not ours. 💚

You know I like being on the move... ✈️ Next stop Indianapolis for the Sun Shading Expo! If you are anywhere near Indy, ...
11/01/2025

You know I like being on the move... ✈️ Next stop Indianapolis for the Sun Shading Expo!

If you are anywhere near Indy, make a point to be here this week. On Wednesday, I will be giving the keynote — Collaboration is the New Currency: How to Build the Partnerships That Fuel Profit.

But it's not just me you'll want to come see.

Some of the other speakers include Andrea Liebross (who was just with us in High Point for Power Talk Friday!), Stephanie Hamilton and Susie Salaz of Hamilton Creatives, Michele Williams, Jessica Harling, the Vin Man, and more!

I'm so excited I even wrote a blog about it! Read that here 👉 luannnigara.com/article/sun-shading-expo-2025/ and register today. Be sure to use the code SSENA25LUANN for VIP pricing.

If you'll be there, let me know in the comments so we can connect! 💚

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