The Architects of Profit: Studio Designer Deep Dive with Keith Granet & Julia Nikishina
In this session, Justina, Keith, and Julia dive into the upcoming Studio Designer User Conference, exploring its importance in fostering a community of like-minded professionals and the role that feedback plays in the continual development of the platform.
Whether you’re a new user or a seasoned pro, this event promises to be a transformative experience that connects you with peers, offers hands-on learning, and provides direct access to the Studio Designer product team.
By the end of this session, you’ll understand how attending the conference can elevate your workflow, help you leverage new software updates, and offer valuable opportunities to engage with the community.
Community at the Core: Building Connections and Sharing Resources
The Power of Community:
At the heart of Studio Designer’s approach is its thriving community. Keith shares an inspiring story about how two designers, initially strangers, supported one another by sharing resources to help complete a project in an unfamiliar city. This anecdote highlights the strength of mutual support that the Studio Designer community provides, whether it's advice on subcontractors, vendors, or warehousing, collaboration is key.
Studio Designer champions this philosophy through its Genius Bar at the conference, where users can approach the product team with questions, share challenges, and offer suggestions. The direct interaction between users and developers ensures that feedback is heard and implemented, helping Studio Designer grow in line with real-world needs.
Event Highlights: More Than Just Workshops
A Complete Conference Experience:
The Studio Designer User Conference offers more than just technical workshops. It’s designed to balance learning with networking. Attendees can look forward to sessions with industry leaders like Nate Burkus, along with a carefully curated panel of designers and vendors who will share insights into the design process, client relationships, and how Studio Designer has revolutionized their workflows.
There’s something for everyone: from small business owners to larger firms. The conference also provides an opportunity to interact with vendors and clients, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the design industry ecosystem.
Studio Designer’s Continuous Evolution: Features, Feedback, and Innovation
A Platform Built for Efficiency:
Justina emphasizes the value of live tutorials and direct assistance, especially for users navigating the new dashboard and the latest feature upgrades. With Studio Designer’s consistent evolution, users can expect more frequent updates, tools that are better integrated with industry standards, and improvements driven by user feedback.
Time Billing:
A significant topic discussed is the time billing module, which saw a refresh in 2023 and will continue to improve in 2024. Keith notes that Studio Designer is working toward more streamlined integration with third-party platforms like Harvest, ensuring that users no longer need to jump between multiple systems. This enhancement will drastically improve efficiency, keeping everything you need for project billing and time tracking in one place.
Flat Fee Structure:
The flat fee structure, another recent addition, was highlighted as a game-changer for many firms. As users continue to ask for this feature, the Studio Designer team listens and evolves the tool to better serve the industry’s needs. Whether you’re billing per hour or on a flat fee basis, Studio Designer’s flexibility allows you to manage various pricing models seamlessly.
Feedback-Driven Development: Shaping the Future of Studio Designer
Studio Designer’s product team is laser-focused on making user-driven improvements. Julia touches on the importance of feedback loops, where Studio Designer listens to users’ requests and implements updates that reflect their real-world challenges. For example, the Genius Bar at the conference allows users to voice their thoughts directly to the developers, offering a unique opportunity to shape future updates.
Continuous Learning and Adaptation: Staying Ahead with Studio Designer
Studio Designer’s commitment to continuous improvement means that the tools and features available today will only get better tomorrow.
Whether it’s through time-saving automation, workflow enhancements, or new design tools, Studio Designer stays at the forefront of the industry. Keith highlights how crucial it is to embrace change, not for the sake of novelty but to increase efficiency and better align with emerging technologies and trends.
By attending the user conference, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how to integrate these new features into your own workflow, ensuring that you stay ahead of the curve and maximize the potential of Studio Designer.
Takeaway: Empowering Your Workflow with Studio Designer
Studio Designer’s evolving platform offers an unparalleled opportunity for growth and efficiency. From client and vendor deposit management to time billing and flat fee billing structures, the software’s robust features empower users to run their businesses more smoothly. But it’s not just about the technology, it’s about the community and the constant drive to listen and improve based on user needs.
The Studio Designer User Conference is the perfect setting to take full advantage of these features, while also networking with others in the industry. If you want to stay on top of your business’ financials, improve project management, and keep up with the latest updates, this event is a must-attend.
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So, let’s talk about something I’m sure you’re all excited about—the Studio Designer User Conference. It’s not just another conference; it's a chance to really dive deep into how you can level up your business using Studio Designer. Whether you’ve been using the software for years or you’re just getting started, this event is designed to connect you with others in the industry, offer hands-on learning, and put you in direct touch with the Studio Designer product team.
You’re probably wondering, "Why should I attend?" Well, by the end of this conference, you'll have the tools, tips, and insights you need to improve your workflow, optimize the latest updates, and most importantly, connect with a community that’s all about helping each other grow.
The Power of Community: Strengthening Connections
One of the things that truly sets Studio Designer apart is the community it’s built around. Keith shared a fantastic story about two designers who, at one of our events, connected and helped each other out on a project. One was working on a job in a new city and had no idea where to find reliable subcontractors, or upholsterers, or the best people to hang drapery. The other designer immediately stepped up, offering resources, and even offering the use of their office if needed. That’s the power of community. The willingness to share and support one another is what makes this whole thing work.
At the conference, this sense of community is at the core of everything we do. You’ll get the chance to visit the Genius Bar, where you can sit down with the Studio Designer team, ask questions, and get answers on the spot. It’s one thing to send an email and wait for a response, but here, you can connect directly with the developers and product team—get your issues addressed immediately and make sure your voice is heard when it comes to feedback.
More Than Just Workshops: A Full Experience
Now, let’s talk about the conference itself. It’s more than just workshops; it’s an experience. Sure, you’ll walk away with a ton of new knowledge, but you’ll also meet incredible people, hear inspiring stories, and gain new perspectives on the industry. Industry leaders like Nate Burkus will be speaking, and there’s going to be a panel with designers, vendors, and even clients. It’s a perfect blend of technical workshops and informal networking. It’s about learning from others, understanding how they approach the challenges you face, and finding new solutions together.
No matter the size of your firm, this event has something for you. Small business owners will find tons of valuable insights, and larger firms will walk away with tools to make their operations run even more smoothly. And of course, there’s the chance to rub shoulders with vendors and clients—an opportunity to get a well-rounded understanding of the design world.
Studio Designer’s Continuous Growth: New Features and Updates
Now, let’s talk about what really excites me—the new features. As we all know, technology never stops evolving, and Studio Designer is always improving. Justina made a great point about how we’re consistently rolling out live tutorials and direct assistance, especially when it comes to navigating new features like the dashboard and the time billing module.
If you haven’t noticed, the time billing module had a major refresh in 2023, and it's going to keep improving in 2024. One of the key updates is the integration with platforms like Harvest. Now, instead of bouncing between systems, everything you need for project billing and time tracking is in one place. Efficiency at its finest, right?
Another huge update is the flat fee billing structure. If you’ve been asking for a better way to manage flat fee projects, we’ve heard you. This tool is a game-changer. It’s flexible, adaptable, and designed to give you control over how you handle billing across different types of projects.
Feedback is Key: Shaping the Future Together
What really sets Studio Designer apart is its commitment to feedback. The product team is laser-focused on user-driven improvements. The conference will be the perfect time for you to sit down with the team and tell them what’s working, what’s not, and where we can improve. The Genius Bar is specifically designed for this—giving you direct access to the people who are shaping the software. It’s a unique chance to make sure your voice is heard and that the features you need are prioritized.
Staying Ahead: The Future of Studio Designer
The beauty of Studio Designer is that it doesn’t just stay static—it’s constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of the industry. Whether it’s introducing new design tools, enhancing workflow automation, or integrating new technologies, we’re always moving forward. Keith touched on how important it is to embrace change, not just for the sake of novelty but to increase efficiency and stay ahead of the curve.
By attending the conference, you’ll get a firsthand look at how to integrate these new features into your daily workflow. It’s all about helping you stay on top of the latest industry trends and maximizing your use of Studio Designer to make your life easier.
Wrapping Up: Why You Should Attend
So, here’s the deal—Studio Designer is a platform designed for growth. Whether you’re managing client deposits, vendor billing, or working through project timelines, the software has all the tools you need to streamline operations and increase profitability. But it’s not just about the technology—it’s about the community, the feedback loops, and the willingness to listen and adapt that really make Studio Designer something special.
The Studio Designer User Conference isn’t just an event; it’s an opportunity to grow, learn, and connect. Whether you’re looking to improve your financial processes, enhance your project management, or simply network with others in the industry, this is the place to be.
So don’t wait—sign up now and join us in Miami Beach for what promises to be a transformative experience. You’ll walk away with the tools and knowledge to supercharge your business and build long-lasting relationships with people who truly understand what it takes to succeed in this industry. I’ll see you there!
