Title: Investigate entrepreneurial opportunities in the interior design industry.
Course: Introduction to Interior Design (19263-36) > Section: Exploring Careers in Interior Design

Investigation should include opportunities for designing and retailing in the following specialty areas:

- Construction project management
- Residential and commercial interior design services
- Kitchen and bath (see the National Kitchen & Bath Association [NKBA])
- Flooring and carpeting
- Wall coverings
- Window treatments
- Fabrics
- Lighting
- Furniture
- Accessories
- Model-home decorating services
- Sustainability

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What entrepreneurial career possibilities exist in specialized markets of the interior design industry?
- What factors must be considered in starting a business?

Communication

- What communication skills are necessary to start and/or manage a business in the interior design industry?
- What information assists in making thoughtful decisions about engaging in an entrepreneurial career?

Leadership

- What leadership techniques can be used to explore entrepreneurial possibilities?
- What is an effective decision-making process to use when exploring entrepreneurial possibilities?

Management

- What resources can be used to explore entrepreneurial possibilities?
- What management skills are needed when searching for career information?