I discovered something really fascinating today in a study! Tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist that is under development for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The efficacy and safety of once-weekly tirzepatide as compared with semaglutide, a selective GLP-1 receptor agonist, are unknown. The New England journal […]
Month: June 2021
Navigating the “Sea of Sameness”
If you were buying cars in the ’90s, you probably remember that General Motors introduced the Saturn brand and Saturn dealerships. The car was new, but new also was the selling model. A one-price no-hassle, no-haggle low-pressure atmosphere. This idea which was very new at the time was so popular to consumers that GM made […]
Set Proper Cost Expectations
This seems basic I know, kind of design 101, but getting a client to reveal their budgetary needs for their kitchen or bath remodel is something many designers struggle with. When I am reviewing projects that designers are working on and I ask “What is your client’s budget?”, the response I sometimes receive is that […]
How is a Kitchen Designer Like an Actor?
The house lights dim, some music begins from the orchestra in the pit, and in a couple of minutes, the curtain goes up. Who is on stage? You are, and your audience is watching. As a kitchen and bath designer, you rely on interacting with your clients, whether this is in real life, over the […]
Do You Have the Proper Attitude?
This may seem logical and you may do this all the time, but many designers I have seen presenting their work do not always present with excitement and positivity. Some people speak to their clients with an attitude of apathy. Your client’s decision to buy is based on their overall experience with you, their trust […]