Kryssie Maybay- Kismet Design

The Process Driven Designer

A Design and Arts podcast

About the show

Listen to learn and nerd out about all things landscape design and running a creative service business. Hosted by Landscape Architect and owner of Kismet Design, Kryssie Maybay. I love design and expressing myself creatively. I have a great passion for sharing my ideas, passion, and perspective on design and business. Nothing happens by accident though, you have to set your intentions and do the work. Let's create something great together.

Newest episodes

82: Will AI Replace Me?

Oct 22, 2026 9 min

Everyone seems to be talking about AI, especially in how it is going to replace jobs. Lets talk about it. Suggested episodes: 80: Qualifying Clients 77: The Power of Resourcefulness 76: January Power Moves 75: Yearly Planning- Visual Goals 74: Code Conformance 73: You are the CEO of your Business 68: Tracking and Metrics 64: The Power of Presentation 61: Creating Impact 60: Time Allocation and Prioritizing for Impact 59: The Power of a Good To-Do List 39: Empowerment and Decision Making from the Client Perspective with Kathleen Burgler 35: Designing Experiences 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 24: Process for Efficiency in Hand Drafting with Sara Meier 18: Artistry of Design Pt 2 with Lisa Bauer 17: Artistry of Design Pt 1 with Lisa Bauer 16: Collaboration Between Installer and Designer with KevinMonohan 13: Delivering on Expectations 12: Design Presentation 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 5: Efficiency and Profitability 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 2: Communication of Design 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

81: The Book Update

Oct 1, 2026 9 min

The Landscape Designer's Guide to Entrepreneurship is almost ready! Sign up to be the first to get notified when it is ready https://mailchi.mp/kismetdesignco.com/the-book Suggested episodes: 78: Know your numbers- Taxes and financial tracking 77: The Power of Resourcefulness 76: January Power Moves 73: You are the CEO of your Business 68: Tracking and Metrics 66: Mommypreneurship 62: Finding Focus 59: The Power of a Good To-Do List 58: Finding Balance and Being Present 52: Money Mindset 48: My Story 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 36: Finding New Clients 35: Designing Experiences 30: Teamwork 29: Switching Careers and Finding Transferable Skills withCourtney Olander 28: The Value of Networking 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 20: Building Brand 19: Deliberate not Perfect-Calming the Voice of Perfectionism 14: Year-End Planning 13: Delivering on Expectations 9: Defining your Ideal Client 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 7: Collaborating with a Remote Team 6: Work-life Balance 5: Efficiency and Profitability 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 2: Communication of Design 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

80: Qualifying Clients

Jun 22, 2026 13 min

Qualifying clients can be a game changer for your business. No one wants to waste time chasing projects that don’t pan out. We also want to do everything we can to work with our ideal clients and refer out anyone that isn’t a good fit for us. Suggested episodes: 79: Breakingup with a client 76: January Power Moves 73: You are the CEO of your Business 56: Vision for a Better Life 44: Nailing your Niche with Rebecca West 36: Finding New Clients 35: Designing Experiences 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 20: Building Brand 9: Defining your Ideal Client 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

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All episodes

82: Will AI Replace Me?

Oct 22, 2026 9 min

81: The Book Update

Oct 1, 2026 9 min

80: Qualifying Clients

Jun 22, 2026 13 min

79: Breaking up with a Client

Mar 22, 2026 14 min

Ugg, no one wants to fire a client, but sometimes it's best for both of you. Let me walk you through how to objectively look at the situation and prepare yourself if you find yourself in this situation. Suggested episodes: 60: Time Allocation and Prioritizing for Impact 56: Vision for a Better Life 50: Mental Health and Growth- Kelley Oklesson 49: Kindness is a Super Power – with Kelley Oklesson 43: Updating and Revising your Contracts with Naomi Goodman 40: What’s in a Contract? 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 13: Delivering on Expectations 9: Defining your Ideal Client 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

78: Know your Numbers- Taxes and Financial Tracking

Mar 5, 2026 19 min

Smart Financial Moves for Landscape Designers This episode explores key financial strategies for landscapedesign business owners. Learn the differences between running your business asa sole proprietor or S Corporation, including how the right choice can impactyour taxes, liability, and overall growth. Real-life experiences illustrate theadvantages of switching to an S corp, such as saving money and gaining clearerinsight into your profits. We also highlight common pitfalls, like mixing personal andbusiness finances or ignoring unpaid invoices, and offer practical advice: keepaccounts separate, set clear payment terms, and use tools like QuickBooks. Theepisode’s takeaway: understanding your numbers helps you make informeddecisions and build a stable, thriving business. Subscribe and share if youfound this valuable! Suggested episodes: 76: January Power Moves 75: Yearly Planning- Visual Goals 73: You are the CEO of your Business 68: Tracking and Metrics 52: Money Mindset 14: Year-End Planning 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

77: The Power of Resourcefulness

Feb 23, 2026 11 min

The two most important characteristics for business owners: Resourcefulness and Efficiency. Join me to explore some tips to foster a more resourceful mindset. Suggested episodes: 73: You are the CEO of your Business 70: Show Garden Update 3 NWFGS 69: Show garden update 2 NWFGS 67: Show Garden Update NWFGS 30: Teamwork 28: The Value of Networking 25: The Creation of a Show Garden 24: Process for Efficiency in Hand Drafting with Sara Meier 16: Collaboration Between Installer and Designer with KevinMonohan 7: Collaborating with a Remote Team 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

76: January Power Moves

Jan 22, 2026 15 min

Start your year off strong. Here are 4 easy-to-incorporate tasks to set yourself up for a successful year. Want more? listen to my other planning episodes or grab my yearly planning workbook here! Suggested episodes: 75: Yearly Planning- Visual Goals 73: You are the CEO of your Business 68: Tracking and Metrics 59: The Power of a Good To-Do List 14: Year-End Planning Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

75: Yearly Planning - Visual Goals

Dec 22, 2025 11 min

Putting goals and intentions in a visual format and mapping out how they impact my business is my newest addition to my yearly planning process. Join me in creating clarity around your goals and strategy for the upcoming year! The original planning Episode 14: ⁠Year-End Planning⁠Sign up for a one-on-one coaching session and use code vision10 for a discount Suggested episodes: 73: You are the CEO of your Business 66: Mommypreneurship 62: Finding Focus 60: Time Allocation and Prioritizing for Impact 59: The Power of a Good To-Do List 58: Finding Balance and Being Present 56: Vision for a Better Life 47: Starting Energy 14: Year-End Planning Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

74: Code Conformance

Dec 3, 2025 12 min

Code conformance may be boring, but your clients are counting on you to understand the rules they don't even know exist. Suggested episodes: 54: Growing Knowledge and Being Curious 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 21: Site Measurement Process 16: Collaboration Between Installer and Designer with KevinMonohan 13: Delivering on Expectations Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

73: You are the CEO of your Business

Oct 7, 2025 8 min

CEO, CFO, COO, the entire C-suite might be you. How you tackle each role helps you manage and strategize your business. Suggested episodes: 71: Baby Steps 68: Tracking and Metrics 63: Marketing Tactics with Mardi Dover 62: Finding Focus 60: Time Allocation and Prioritizing for Impact 59: The Power of a Good To-Do List 56: Vision for a Better Life 53: Hiring the Right Team for Growth 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 30: Teamwork 20: Building Brand 14: Year-End Planning Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

72: When to Push and When to Rest

Sep 25, 2025 9 min

Knowing when to slow down isn't easy. Often we find ourselves pushing though stress, sickness, doubt, fear... you name it. It serves us well sometimes but there are times when rest is the best for you. Suggested episodes: 71: Baby Steps 66: Mommypreneurship 60: Time Allocation and Prioritizing for Impact 58: Finding Balance and Being Present 56: Vision for a Better Life 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 19: Deliberate not Perfect-Calming the Voice of Perfectionism 6: Work-life Balance Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

71: Baby Steps

Aug 4, 2025 10 min

Sometimes big goals can feel scary and overwhelming, identifying and taking action on a single baby step in the right direction is all you need to do to get closer to that goal. Suggested episodes: 62: Finding Focus 60: Time Allocation and Prioritizing for Impact 59: The Power of a Good To-Do List 56: Vision for a Better Life 47: Starting Energy 44: Nailing your Niche with Rebecca West 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 28: The Value of Networking 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 19: Deliberate not Perfect-Calming the Voice of Perfectionism 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 6: Work-life Balance Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

70: Show Garden Update 3- NWFGS 2025

Mar 5, 2025 11 min

The Northwest Flower and Garden Show is complete. Here are my post show thoughts and dont' forget to sign up for the free webinar on how I designed this garden with insights to how you can create clarity of vision for your and your clients' gardens. All about the Gathering Garden https://kismetdesignco.com/nwfgs/ Suggested episodes: 69: Show Garden Update 2 67: Show Garden Update NWFGS 2025 Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠& ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

69: Show Garden Update 2 NWFGS 2025

Feb 7, 2025 10 min

Prebuilding and collecting all the elements leading up to the show to make sure the build goes smoothly. Just like life-size legos. Check out the webpage:https://kismetdesignco.com/nwfgs/ Suggested episodes: 67:Show Garden Update NWFGS 2025 25:The Creation of a Show Garden Please be sure tosubscribe and follow⁠@kismetdesignco⁠&⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars,courses, and other offerings⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

68: Tracking and Metrics

Dec 12, 2024 8 min

Metrics and tracking are super important especially when establishing goals for next year. If you want to dive deeper join me for my next class January 8th 2025 - The Yearly Planning Workshop Sign up here: https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/the-designer-shop/ Discount Code: CAMPFIRE Suggested episodes: 52: Money Mindset 14: Year-End Planning 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 6: Work-life Balance 5: Efficiency and Profitability 4: Building a Business Through Referrals Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

67: Show Garden Update NWFGS 2025

Oct 31, 2024 8 min

I am in the middle of designing and planning a display garden at the Northwest Flower and Garden Festival for 2025. Join me in the first update on progress and stay tuned for more. Suggested episodes: 25: The Creation of a Show Garden Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

66: Mommypreneurship

Oct 2, 2024 13 min

Being a business owner and a parent is no joke. Juggling being a busy sports mom and entrepreneurship has its struggles and triumphs. Suggested episodes: 60: Time Allocation and Prioritizing for Impact 59: The Power of a Good To-Do List 58: Finding Balance and Being Present 57: Balancing Seasons, Business, and Life with Cindy Funes 56: Vision for a Better Life 51: Balancing New Opportunities and Growing with Sara Meier 32: Pros and Cons to the at Home Office Space 30: Teamwork 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 24: Process for Efficiency in Hand Drafting with Sara Meier 19: Deliberate not Perfect-Calming the Voice of Perfectionism 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden 7: Collaborating with a Remote Team 6: Work-life Balance 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

65: Is My Client Really a Stripper?

Sep 23, 2024 8 min

Well, you never know... I have met clients with some super interesting professions. Today, rather than sharing wisdom or ideas to make your business run smoothly or inspire new ideas, I share a funny story about awkward client interactions. Share your stories with me! kryssie@kismetdesignco.com ⁠⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠⁠. Suggested episodes: 54: Growing Knowledge and Being Curious 48: My Story 45: Latest Updates and Passions 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

64: The Power of Presentation

Aug 13, 2024 7 min

How you present your designs is critical to your client understanding the design and enjoying the design process. Upcoming Mini-Class on Lighting Design Sign Up Here! Podcast listeners can use code podcast24 for a discount! Suggested episodes: 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 15: Virtual Meetings and Presentations 12: Design Presentation 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

63: Marketing Tactics with Mardi Dover

Jul 29, 2024 53 min

Marketing tactics and mindsets for landscape designers. Best place to reach Mardi https://www.mardidover.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mardi_dover/ Coupon code! MAYBAY50 gets you $50 off your purchase of the marketing masterclass. https://www.mardidover.com/classes Suggested episodes: 44: Nailing your Niche with Rebecca West 41:⁠ Maintaining Engagement after Installation with Mardi Dover⁠ 36: Finding New Clients 28: The Value of Networking 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 20: Building Brand 16: Collaboration Between Installer and Designer with Kevin Monohan 9: Defining your Ideal Client 4: Building a Business Through Referrals Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

62: Finding Focus

Jul 18, 2024 7 min

The ability to focus on the task at hand and to follow the framework and processes that you have designed is the magic formula for efficiency. Focused work can 2x your available time. I share my 4 key steps to focused work time. Suggested episodes: 61: Creating Impact 60: Time Allocation and Prioritizing for Impact 59: The Power of a Good To-Do List 58: Finding Balance and Being Present 56: Vision for a Better Life 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

61: Creating Impact

Jun 12, 2024 7 min

As both a designer and a small business owner your interactions create an impact on those around you. As a business owner, I leave an impact beyond my clients and beyond just the people I work with. How do you leave impact and what does your impact look like? Class sign-up: The Landscape Expo Webinar on Site Analysis⁠ ⁠Designing with Grades Class- Kismet Design Suggested episodes: 60: Time Allocation and Prioritizing for Impact 56: Vision for a Better Life 50: Mental Health and Growth- Kelley Oklesson 49: Kindness is a Super Power – with Kelley Oklesson 39: Empowerment and Decision Making from the Client Perspective with Kathleen Burgler 35: Designing Experiences 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 28: The Value of Networking 10: Navigating Sexism with Confidence and the Role of Mentorship 6: Work-life Balance 4: Building a Business Through Referrals Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

60: Time Allocation and Prioritizing for Impact

Jun 3, 2024 12 min

Sometimes it is the smallest tasks that have the greatest impact on your business, your time, and your mental clarity. Let's talk about how to prioritize and dedicate your precious focus on the best and most impactful tasks. Links: Eisenhower Matrix The Landscape Expo Webinar on Site Analysis Designing with Grades Class Suggested episodes: 59: The Power of a Good To-Do List 58: Finding Balance and Being Present 56: Vision for a Better Life 45: Latest Updates and Passions 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 19: Deliberate not Perfect-Calming the Voice of Perfectionism 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 6: Work-life Balance 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

59: The Power of a Good To Do List

Apr 17, 2024 11 min

I recently had a few great conversations with colleagues on keeping track of clients and workflow. The key is a great to do list! www.Asana.com Suggested episodes: 58: Finding Balance and Being Present 57: Balancing Seasons, Business, and Life with Cindy Funes 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 7: Collaborating with a Remote Team 6: Work-life Balance 5: Efficiency and Profitability 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

58: Finding Balance and Being Present

Apr 11, 2024 8 min

Balance can be tricky and it doesn't look the same for everyone. Balance is found in discipline and in looking at the big picture rather than the finite details. Contracts class: Sign up HERE! Suggested episodes: 57: Balancing Seasons, Business, and Life with Cindy Funes 45: Latest Updates and Passions 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 6: Work-life Balance Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

57: Balancing Seasons, Business, and Life with Cindy Funes

Apr 5, 2024 1 hr 24 min

Cindy Funes of Garden Revelry joins me to talk about her business systems and how she balances the seasonality of the container business. Be sure to check out her work and tune into her upcoming course offerings! gardenrevelry.com @gardenrevelry Suggested episodes: 54: Growing Knowledge and Being Curious 53: Hiring the Right Team for Growth 51: Balancing New Opportunities and Growing with Sara Meier 45: Latest Updates and Passions 44: Nailing your Niche with Rebecca West 30: Teamwork 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 6: Work-life Balance 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

56: Vision for a Better Life

Mar 28, 2024 10 min

It is likely that when you started your business you had a vision for something bigger, something greater, something more fulfilling than what you were doing at the time. Is your business fulfilling that vision? Suggested episodes: 55: Graphics skills to Communicate Design Vision with Lisa Nunamaker 54: Growing Knowledge and Being Curious 50: Mental Health and Growth- Kelley Oklesson 47: Starting Energy 45: Latest Updates and Passions 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 29: Switching Careers and Finding Transferable Skills with Courtney Olander 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 19: Deliberate not Perfect-Calming the Voice of Perfectionism 14: Year-End Planning 13: Delivering on Expectations 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden 6: Work-life Balance 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

55: Graphics Skills to Communicate Design Vision with Lisa Nunamaker

Mar 7, 2024 1 hr 4 min

Lisa Nunamaker of Paper Garden Workshop joins me once again, this time to discuss her transition full time to Paper Garden Workshop and how she teaches graphics to empower people with the skills to give them confidence to support themselves and follow their dreams. ‘When you feel comfortable drawing your vision then you feel comfortable saying I can actually do this’- Lisa 'Its ok to grow slowly'. Lisa https://www.papergardenworkshop.com/ Previous episodes with Lisa: 34: ⁠Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker⁠ 33: ⁠Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker⁠ Suggested episodes: 45: Latest Updates and Passions 28: The Value of Networking 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 12: Design Presentation 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

54: Growing Knowledge and Being Curious

Feb 23, 2024 8 min

I think one of the biggest factors in knowledge growth is curiosity. Curiosity helps motivate me to acquire new knowledge and to ask questions. Here are some of my favorite people to seek new ideas and knowledge from. Suggested episodes: 45: Latest Updates and Passions 44: Nailing your Niche with Rebecca West 41:⁠ Maintaining Engagement after Installation with Mardi Dover⁠ 38: The Power of Environment- Learning Through Osmosis 37: The Power of Education and Where it Falls Short 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 31: Business Acquisitions with Rodrigo Frias 23: Credentials and Licenses- What They Mean and are They Worth it 18: Artistry of Design Pt 2 with Lisa Bauer 17: Artistry of Design Pt 1 with Lisa Bauer 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

53: Hiring the Right Team for Growth

Feb 15, 2024 11 min

Finding the right people to help you in your business mission will create growth pathways far beyond what you can do alone. To sign up for the live event on February 29th on Contracts, Billing, and Estimating⁠⁠ go here⁠⁠! Use code podcast24 for a discount! Suggested episodes: 40: What’s in a Contract? 30: Teamwork 20: Building Brand 13: Delivering on Expectations 7: Collaborating with a Remote Team 5: Efficiency and Profitability 4: Building a Business Through Referrals Please be sure to subscribe and follow ⁠@kismetdesignco⁠ & ⁠@ProcessDrivenDesigner⁠. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings ⁠https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

52: Money Mindset

Feb 9, 2024 18 min

Developing a good money mindset is a big part of growing as an entrepreneur and designer. Understanding costs, and billables, and being able to discuss it all confidently is part of the growing up process of your business and you as a professional. To sign up for the live event on February 29th on Contracts, Billing, and Estimating⁠ go here⁠! Use code podcast24 for a discount! Suggested episodes: 48: My Story 45: Latest Updates and Passions 43: Updating and Revising your Contracts with Naomi Goodman 40: What’s in a Contract? 13: Delivering on Expectations 5: Efficiency and Profitability 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco & @ProcessDrivenDesigner. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

51: Balancing New Opportunities and Growing with Sara Meier

Feb 1, 2024 42 min

Sara Meier of GreenThumb SAM joins me once again! We discuss setting goals for growth, finding inspiration, and setting boundaries and rules to stay on track. Listen to her previous episode #24 here. Follow Sara @GreenThumbSAM and check out the list of people and organizations inspiring her below. Links: Apld Predeaux Design Pangea Express Topophyla Kanvas Design Lusan Landscaping Cascade Gardens Fredrickson Landscape Whole Gardens NW Banyon TreeDesign Botanical Living Beewise Gardens Paper Garden Workshop Gardens everyone talks about Ardent Gardener Groundsmith Collective SVS Landscape Design Adam Grant- Hidden Potential Suggested episodes: 50: Mental Health and Growth- Kelley Oklesson 49: Kindness is a SuperPower – with Kelley Oklesson 45: Latest Updates and Passions 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 28: The Value of Networking 24: Process for Efficiency in Hand Drafting with Sara Meier 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 6: Work-life Balance 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

50: Mental Health and Growth- Kelley Oklesson (part 2)

Jan 24, 2024 27 min

Part 2 of my conversation with Kelley Oklesson, owner of Groundsmith Collective dives into growing as a business owner and designer and taking charge of mental health. She shares her struggles and how she supports emerging professionals and becomes the bridge for them to take their desires and ideas into reality and craft a career that will support them and the growing landscape design community. She strives to leave a positive mark on the profession through mentorship and harnessing her power of kindness and empathy. References from the episode: Podcasts: Design Matters Hidden Brain Ted Radio Hour On Being 99% Invisible Freakonomics How I Built This The Landscape Nerd Divine Unmuted Books In the Company of Women Atomic Habits Wonder Drug - Stephen Trzeciak, M.D. The Human Element Originals - Adam Grant "innovation, creativity, and systemic solutions grow in the gaps between the disciplines" Mickey Fern, Former Deputy Director of the National Park Service Follow and connect with Kelley! ⁠https://groundsmithcollective.com ⁠ Instagram ⁠@groundsmithcollective⁠

49: Kindness is a Super Power- with Kelley Oklesson (part 1)

Jan 17, 2024 39 min

Kelley Oklesson the owner of Groundsmith Collective and I discuss the power of mentorship, and how she leads her team and mentors upcoming design professionals with kindness, empathy, and positivity. She unlocked the secret to combatting the loneliness of entrepreneurship by becoming the mentor we all needed when we were starting out. Tune back into part 2 as we dive into mental health, finding inspiration, and leaving a positive mark on the profession. Quotes "young people are the antidote to hopelessness...they believe the world is a changeable place." Jason Reynolds, Author Follow and connect with Kelley! https://groundsmithcollective.com Instagram @groundsmithcollective

48: My Story

Jan 10, 2024 13 min

Everyone starts as a beginner at some point. Here I share with you my path to where I am today, the experiences I got along the way, and how I started my design business. Suggested episodes: 45: Latest Updates and Passions 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 38: The Power of Environment- Learning Through Osmosis 37: The Power of Education and Where it Falls Short 36: Finding New Clients 30: Teamwork 29: Switching Careers and Finding Transferable Skills with Courtney Olander 28: The Value of Networking 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 20: Building Brand 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden 9: Defining your Ideal Client 6: Work-life Balance 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

47: Starting Energy

Jan 4, 2024 9 min

The new year brings with it some magical energy of new beginnings and fresh starts. What are you going to do with that energy? I've got some big plans with mine! Want the latest class or download? Use code podcast24 for 10% off! Suggested episodes: 45: Latest Updates and Passions 44: Nailing your Niche with Rebecca West 43: Updating and Revising your Contracts with Naomi Goodman 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 14: Year-End Planning 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden 8: Workflow- how to stay on track 6: Work-life Balance 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

46: Outdoor Lighting with Structure and Tree

Dec 6, 2023 37 min

Join me in talking to Paul Balint the owner of Structure and Tree Outdoor Lighting. We discuss tips and tricks for better lighting design and installation in addition to some of our favorite fixures. Find out more about Structure and Tree on their website or on social @Structure_and_Tree Suggested episodes: 35: Designing Experiences 28: The Value of Networking 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

45: Latest Updates and Passions

Nov 7, 2023 9 min

I have some really exciting new offers as well as some gratitude to share with all of my fellow designers. Check out the Designer Shop for offerings and use the code podcast23 for a discount. Remember to tag @theprocessdrivendesigner on your Instagram post 'When I was a newbie' Suggested episodes: 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 29: Switching Careers and Finding Transferable Skills with Courtney Olander 28: The Value of Networking 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 21: Site Measurement Process 19: Deliberate not Perfect-Calming the Voice of Perfectionism 14: Year-End Planning 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden 10: Navigating Sexism with Confidence and the Role of Mentorship 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

44: Nailing your Niche with Rebecca West

Oct 20, 2023 49 min

Rebecca West is an Interior Designer, Author, and Business Coach. She joins me to discuss how designers regardless of industry can really hone in and best communicate to their clients what their niche and services are. find out more and follow Rebecca at https://seriouslyhappy.com/about/ Get the Nail Your Niche Handout Here! Suggested episodes: 42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work 40: What’s in a Contract? 36: Finding New Clients 20: Building Brand 9: Defining your Ideal Client 4: Building a Business Through Referrals Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

43: Updating and Revising your Contracts with Naomi Goodman

Oct 5, 2023 58 min

Contracts are an integral part of our businesses. It is not only essential to have but also to review and revise on a regular basis. Naomi Goodman of Firecracker recently went through the process of updating her contracts and shares the approach she took and the key elements she advises all designers to look at for their contracts. Find out more about Naomi here: http://www.firecrackerdesignstudio.com/http://www.firecrackerdesignstudio.com/ and follow her on social @firecrackerdesignstudio Suggested episodes: 40: What’s in a Contract? 28: The Value of Networking 14: Year-End Planning 5: Efficiency and Profitability Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

42: Finding Passion and Purpose in Your Work

Sep 27, 2023 10 min

What is it that you love the most about what you do? For me, the creation and problem-solving really excite me, but I find the most joy in the outcome. The feedback from a client that they love spending time in their garden is what feels the best. My latest project that has me super excited is the Designer Shop on the courses page of my website where I have downloadable worksheets, webinars, and other resources. Visit the Designer Shop Use discount code podcast23 for $5 off your first purchase Suggested episodes: 41: Maintaining Engagement after Installation with Mardi Dover 20: Building Brand 14: Year-End Planning 6: Work-life Balance 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

41: Maintaining Engagement after Installation with Mardi Dover

Sep 21, 2023 53 min

Maintaining engagement is so much more than follow-up, it creates opportunities to continue to serve our clients and provide value. Continually showing up in a consistent manner builds trust and develops lasting relationships. Mardi Dover founder and principal of Gardens by Mardi shares her process and some great insight into being of exceptional service to her clients and maintaining engagement. Find out more about Mardi here https://www.gardensbymardi.com/ https://www.mardidover.com/ and on social @gardensbymardi Suggested Episodes: 39: Empowerment and Decision-Making from the Client Perspective with Kathleen Burgler 35: Designing Experiences 32: Pros and Cons to the at Home Office Space 20: Building Brand 13: Delivering on Expectations 6: Work-life Balance 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

40: What's in a Contract?

Sep 13, 2023 17 min

Contracts- What are the common methods for presentation and what elements should be included? Most important is when to get an attorney involved to ensure your contract is written properly and provides you with the legal coverage you are looking for. Relevant Episodes: 13: Delivering on Expectations 5: Efficiency and Profitability 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes

39: Empowerment and Decision Making from the Client Perspective with Kathleen Burgler

Sep 6, 2023 43 min

Join me in discussing the design process from the client's perspective. Kathleen and I talk about process, empowerment, decision-making, and values. Kathleen is a fellow business owner and one of my clients. She runs a divorce coaching business and draws some great connections between the role of a coach and a designer. Find Kathleen here: https://kathleenburgler.com, instagram @katburglerwellness , Linkedin: Kathleen Burgler and Ticktok: @Katburgler Related episodes: 35: Designing Experiences 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 26: Living Seasonally and Designing a Business Seasonally 20: Building Brand 13: Delivering on Expectations 9: Defining your Ideal Client 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 2: Communication of Design Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

38: The Power of Environment- Learning Through Osmosis

Aug 29, 2023 9 min

Well, we all know that you unfortunately cannot learn through osmosis but you can set up your environment to get exposure to many learning opportunities. Setting up your physical and mental environment for success can boost productivity and inspiration. The power of influence that the people you surround yourself with also impacts your everyday life. Suggested episodes: 37: The Power of Education and Where it Falls Short 30: Teamwork 28: The Value of Networking 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes

37: The Power of Education and Where it Falls Short

Aug 22, 2023 11 min

First things first - Go Cougs! ....The role of education is to teach us the foundational basics and teach us the tools to put to use in practice. There is a reason that many certified or licensed professions require both education and professional practice to become certified. You spend a few years learning the foundations principles and tools then you go out into the real world and have to prove that you can put those skills to use effectively. Suggested episodes: 34: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 2 Lisa Nunamaker 33: Empowering & Educating Designers pt 1 Lisa Nunamaker 28: The Value of Networking 23: Credentials and Licenses- What They Mean and are They Worth it 21: Site Measurement Process 12: Design Presentation 10: Navigating Sexism with Confidence and the Role of Mentorship 6: Work-life Balance Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes

36: Finding New Clients

Aug 14, 2023 9 min

Just starting out? business a little slow? not sure where to look to find new clients... I have found there are 2 reliable ways to build exposure and bring in new work. Related episodes: 29: Switching Careers and Finding Transferable Skills with Courtney Olander 28: The Value of Networking 25: The Creation of a Show Garden 24: Process for Efficiency in Hand Drafting with Sara Meier 20: Building Brand 11: Taking the leap into business ownership with Sarah Van Sanden 9: Defining your Ideal Client 4: Building a Business Through Referrals 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes

35: Designing Experiences

Jun 19, 2023 11 min

A landscape design is more than just creating a space for aesthetics- the space needs to function and provide a valuable experience for years to come. My recent visit to the stunning garden of artist Robert Fairfax inspired me to think about the journey and experience in a garden more. Follow me on Instagram to see photos of the garden! Connected episodes: 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 25: The Creation of a Show Garden 13: Delivering on Expectations 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process 2: Communication of Design 1: The Process Driven Designer Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco.Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes/

Bonus: Sneak Peek of Upcoming Webinar: The Process of Design- June 15th

May 31, 2023 3 min

Here is a sneak peek of my upcoming webinar through The Landscape Expo. Sign up here to join me for this webinar on June 15th, 11am PST https://thelandscapeexpo.com/tle-academy/webinars/process-of-landscape-design I hope to see you there!

34: Empowering and Educating Designers with Lisa Nunamaker Part 2

May 31, 2023 29 min

Part 2 as Lisa Nunamaker joins me to discuss how she got into the landscape industry, her perspectives on teaching and empowering designers, and so much more. She delves into some of her favorite resources and some people who inspire her. Follow Lisa here:⁠ www.papergardenworkshop.com⁠ @paper.garden.workshop Inspiring people: Part 1 of the conversation with Lisa Nunamaker Other Relevant Episodes: 27: Confidence and Leading the Design Process 23: Credentials and Licenses- What They Mean and are They Worth it 22: Incorporating Color into your Deliverables 19: Deliberate not Perfect-Calming the Voice of Perfectionism 12: Design Presentation 10: Navigating Sexism with Confidence and the Role of Mentorship 3: Inspiration and Passion- the Design Process Please be sure to subscribe and follow @kismetdesignco. Please also sign up for my newsletter to be notified of upcoming webinars, courses, and other offerings https://kismetdesignco.com/classes

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Created by: Kryssie Maybay- Kismet Design
Status: Active
Latest episode: Oct 22, 2026
Episodes: 84
Release period: Monthly
Avg. episode length: 20 min
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Language: English

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