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Window Treatments for Profit with LuAnn Nigara

This podcast is specifically designed for window treatment professionals. If you are interested in doing what you do better, whether you are a retailer, installer, workroom, sales rep or from our industry partner community, you have found your people. We are going to talk about sales, marketing, hiring, efficiency, productivity and of course, profitability. Because why do any of it if you are not profitable, right? My name is LuAnn Nigara and I have been in the window treatment industry for 4

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251: Vita Vygovska: 4 Strategies to Overcome Fear in...

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2024/01/08

Today With Vita Vygovska: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit! In this episode I’m joined by my good friend, Vita Vygovska, to discuss strategies for overcoming fear as entrepreneurs. As a new year comes, so does this feeling, as we’re going back into a clean slate full of uncertainty, so Vita and I got together and came up with some tips and tricks to help you take action. Grab some pen and paper for this one! LuAnn and Vita Vygovska's Ah-Ha Moments “Movement is the cure for fear” - LuAnn

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250: What Would Lu Do?: Excellence is a Decision:...

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2024/01/01

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Today we have a What Would Lu Do show about planning ahead for 2024. In this episode, we're talking about the importance of choosing excellence over perfection in business and life. We'll follow some strategies that will help us achieve our goals and create the business we desire. Also, I'll share some examples of how excellence means trying new things, learning from failures, persevering, and making progress. LuAnn Nigara's Ah-Ha Moments “Excellence

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249: Vita’s Tip in 10 with Vita Vygovska: Another...

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2023/12/28

Today with Vita Vygovska: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. In today's epidose, Vita shares some tips for the end of year achievments. She also revisits two previous episodes that focus on overcoming fear and setting goals for predictable results. Vita's Ah-Ha Moments: “The key is not to let fear dictate our actions.” -Vita “Your business results are not a mystery; they’re directly proportionate to the effort and discipline you put in.” -Vita “It’s not about eliminating fear; it’s

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248: What Would Lu Do?: Seven Strategies for Business...

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2023/12/25

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Today we have a What Would Lu Do show about planning ahead for 2024. Today, LuAnn goes over the last two steps of her Seven Strategies for Business Excellene in 2024. We'll cover various aspects of planning, marketing, customer service, employee training, technology, partnerships, and personal development. LuAnn Nigara's Ah-Ha Moments “It’s not just about expanding your network; it’s about creating synergies, tapping into new markets, and ultimately

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247: Vita’s Tip in 10 with Vita Vygovska: Mastering...

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2023/12/21

Today with Vita Vygovska: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. In today's epidose, Vita talks about the importance of having monthly meetings with your bookkeeper to review your financial statements and performance. She explains the steps and details involved in going through the Profit and Loss statement, the Cost of Goods Sold, the operational expenses, and the net income. Vita's Ah-Ha Moments: “Gross margin—the difference between revenue and cost of goods sold—is a pivotal metric

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246: What Would Lu Do?: Seven Strategies for Business...

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2023/12/18

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Today we have a What Would Lu Do show about planning ahead for 2024. In this episode, she continues with the next two Strategies for Business Excellence in 2024: Evaluate and Improve Your Customer Experience Process, and Review and Uplevel Employee Training and Development. LuAnn Nigara's Ah-Ha Moments "Go through as if you were a new customer to your business. Identify every single touch point with a mind to ensuring a seamless and positive experience for

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245: Vita’s Tip in 10 with Vita Vygovska: Use This...

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2023/12/14

Today with Vita Vygovska: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. In today's episode, Vita teaches us about how to reduce our tax liability by spending more on our business before the end of the year. She explains why this strategy might be useful for some businesses that have had a good year, and gives examples of the types of expenses that can be front-loaded into December. Vita's Ah-Ha Moments: “It starts with a deep dive into your QuickBooks. Go through it line by line, expand it to its

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244: What Would Lu Do?: Seven Strategies for Business...

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2023/12/11

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Today we have a What Would Lu Do show about planning ahead for 2024. In today's episode we'll cover the first two steps of our seven-step process to evaluate and improve different aspects of our business. LuAnn Nigara's Ah-Ha Moments “To be on a path to success we have to identify what success is because make no mistake, it is different for every single one of us. Good news, you only have to figure out yours.” -LuAnn “We so often look only at our gaps and

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243: Vita’s Tip in 10 with Vita Vygovska: End of Year...

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2023/12/07

Today with Vita Vygovska: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. Today's episode is about some important end-of-year activities that Vita follows as part of her Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) binder. Vita's Ah-Ha Moments: “Instead of a traditional Christmas card, we opted for a Thanksgiving card. Why? To beat the holiday rush and, more importantly, to express gratitude to our clients for their trust.” -Vita More About Vita Vygovska: Vitalia Vygovska (Vita for short!), CWFP, MBA, is an

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242: C-Suite Talks with Madeleine MacRae: End of...

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2023/12/06

Today with Madeleine MacRae: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. Today, Madeleine teaches us about how to wrap up our year and plan ahead for the next one using a simple process taught by John Maxwell. The process is based on an acronym: PLAN AHEAD, each letter standing for a step that helps you set your intention, goals, and adjustments for the future. Madeleine's Ah-Ha Moments: “Simple and easy are not synonyms.” -Madeleine More About Madeleine MacRae: Madeleine MacRae is a former corporate

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241: Stacy Hernandez: You Cannot Neglect the Backend...

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2023/12/04

Today With Stacy Hernandez: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. My guest today, Stacy Hernandez, is the principal and CEO of Elegant Avenue Interiors. Like so many of us, Stacy has had her fair share of ups and downs in the business and has learned many lessons. Today, she’s here to share with us some of those valuable insights, including one that is near and dear to this podcast—the importance of the backend of the business. Pick It Apart [3:20] Stacy shares her early struggles as a business

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240: Vita’s Tip in 10 with Vita Vygovska: Secret...

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2023/11/30

Today with Vita Vygovska: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. In today's episode, Vita talks about how to run a locked-in, tech-based, systems-driven operation that can scale to your goals. More About Vita Vygovska: Vitalia Vygovska (Vita for short!), CWFP, MBA, is an award-winning window treatment specialist, author, speaker, and the LuAnn University instructor for Systems Driven Operations. Connect with Vita Vygovska Website Instagram Facebook Pinterest YouTube LinkedIn Our Favorite Links

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239: C-Suite Talks with Madeleine MacRae: Beyond Just...

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2023/11/29

Today with Madeleine MacRae: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. Today's episode is all about the importance of gratitude and how to cultivate it in one’s life and business. Madeleine shares her personal insights and practices on gratitude, such as looking for peak experiences, expressing appreciation, and basking in the joy of good things. Madeleine's Ah-Ha Moments: “Gratitude is a habit of thought. It’s a disposition that you cultivate.” -Madeleine “The grateful often have more things for

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238: Rachel Leuck: The Best Strategies for Selling...

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2023/11/27

Today With Rachel Leuck: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. In today’s episode we welcome Rachel Leuck, a luxury window treatment specialist. We will discuss her philosophy of positioning herself as a luxury service provider in the window treatment market. Rachel also shares her journey from the event planning industry to starting her own business, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, quality over quantity, and effective communication with clients. Rachel Leuck was a nationally

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237: Vita’s Tip in 10 with Vita Vygovska: Surprise...

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2023/11/23

Today with Vita Vygovska: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. This episode is all about gratitude and continuous improvement. Vita shares her personal story of why she competes in ballroom dancing, despite the challenges. She then connects this insight to her entrepreneurial journey and how it shapes her spirit and motivation. Vita's Ah-Ha Moments: “It’s not about the end result or the trophies; it’s about the process of continuous improvement.” -Vita “As an entrepreneur with nearly 20 years of

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236: What Would Lu Do?: Create a Trade Partner Kit to...

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2023/11/20

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Today we have a What Would Lu Do show, all about how to initiate industry partnerships with interior designers through an industry partner kit. Much like a media kit, this is a great way to present your brand so that you can capture the attention of your ideal partners and elevate your client experience. We’re walking through what to include, how to deliver, and of course, why it’s important to be ready with systems and processes in place when the phone starts

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235: Vita’s Tip in 10 with Vita Vygovska: Cost vs....

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2023/11/16

Today with Vita Vygovska: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. In this episode, Vita talks about the concept of cost versus value, and how recognizing the value of your time can help you make more money in your business. Vita's Ah-Ha Moments: “The value you receive often far outweighs the cost.” -Vita “What I’m truly buying is the value of my time.” -Vita “Think about the value you’ll gain, the time saved, and the potential for growth.” -Vita More About Vita Vygovska: Vitalia Vygovska (Vita

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234: What Would Lu Do?: Navigating Business Downturns...

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2023/11/13

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Today is a What Would Lu Do episode! Today, I am sharing my tried and true strategies for operating your business and managing it, with intention, at the same time. Our Favorite Links Madeleine MacRae's Home Pro Toolbox Windowworksnj.com Vitalia Inc. Exciting Windows What’s new with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn Live 2023 Watch the Docuseries! luannuniversity.com http://www.luannnigara.com/cob A Big Thank You to Our Keynote Sponsors: Nancy Ganzekaufer Traci Connell Duke

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233: Vita’s Tip in 10 with Vita Vygovska: When...

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2023/11/09

Today with Vita Vygovska: Welcome to Window Treatments for Profit. Today's episode is about the importance of understanding the other person’s perspective before giving feedback. Vita shares some personal stories where she had to deal with different reactions to her feedback, and how she learned to ask questions to clarify the situation before offering her suggestions. Vita's Ah-Ha Moments: “Before giving the constructive portion of the feedback, before telling them what you’d like to see instead of

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232: What Would Lu Do?: More Trade Woes with an...

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2023/11/06

Today on Window Treatments for Profit Today is a What Would Lu Do episode! Today, we'll go over an email from a colleague. The email recounts an encounter with an assistant designer from a new design firm. Our Favorite Links Madeleine MacRae's Home Pro Toolbox Windowworksnj.com Vitalia Inc. Exciting Windows What’s new with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn Live 2023 Watch the Docuseries! luannuniversity.com http://www.luannnigara.com/cob A Big Thank You to Our Keynote Sponsors: Nancy Ganzekaufer Traci Connell Duke

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