Thishandbook complements the creative interior design professional and simplifies their system of work, allowing them to understand business basics and establish and maintain a profitable practice. This includesinformationon starting a practice, hiring and retaining staff, contract negotiation, job pricing, financial management, insurance, and client relations. New or revised content includesclient development/marketing, building a brand, social networking, internet marketing, communication and selling, ways of working, finances, technology developments, and purchasing methods.