After a 2 year hiatus without much live interaction we finally had another International Window Covering Expo (IWCE) in Fort Lauderdale, FL last week!
Here are 5 things that I walked away with:
- I taught 2 classes at the 2022 IWCE. A full...
The industry is always growing, so the more you're learning, the more versatile you can get with your services.
Staying up to date with the latest trends can really help...
Today, we are going to talk about the importance of networking events and seminars and why attending home shows can help you become a better professional. Consequently leading you to more success!
With the International Window Covering Expo (...
Can you point out the main difference between hard treatments and soft treatments?
As a window treatment installer it's important to know which treatment to use for which project, which one to recommend for a client who isn't too sure, and of...
Do you know these 3 crucial window types?
If you're a window treatment installer, you should know these 3 window types and how to work with them!
1. Double Windows: one of the most common types of windows, the double window is a type of window...
As a board member of WCAA, it is my duty to share this information with all of you in the industry. This may affect YOUR BUSINESS!! Please take the time to read it.
WINDOW TREATMENT CORD STANDARDS PROPOSED CHANGES BY CPSC
The Window...
Normally, I use this space to share my installation wisdom with you. From tools to customer service and everything in between. Today, however, I am going to share a different kind of experience.
Last Tuesday, March 8th, I received the 2022 BARRY M....
Time and time again, I see window covering dealers and workrooms hurting their bottom line. Worse yet, they also risk their reputation and company’s opportunity to impress a client by providing a terrible experience. Like the old saying...
My original idea of creating Trading Up Consulting was simple: creating some videos and materials to share my knowledge and expertise accumulated over my 15 year career so others would avoid costly mistakes (many of which I’ve made...
By the time this newsletter hits your inbox, I will be landing in the cold again after a 3 week vacation in warm Brazil.
Yeah, back to reality, I know…
Speaking of reality, how about setting one major goal for the new year? Please...
Sometimes, little things can have a big impact in our everyday lives. However, we tend to take those opportunities to improve for granted. I am speaking from experience. In today’s newsletter, I share an example that I did not realize could...
Summer is over and now we turn our focus back to work. More specifically, to the busiest season for our industry. No doubt it can (and will) be hectic. I recently came across a newsletter by Harvey Mackay. It captures life’s challenges in a...