Business Consultation:

One of my favorite projects is working with a business to create a flourishing and successful work environment. I am passionate about helping a business create a powerful internal environment that matches and compliments the product and/or service they are selling.

If you are an existing business, a new business, or a home based business, I encourage you to understand the message your business space conveys to others.

• Does the quality of your interior space reflect the product or service you are selling?
• Do you feel motivated to be there?
• What is your own and your customer's first impression when he or she steps inside the door?
• How do you want to be received by your customers?

For you, I can create a brand image or design plan that answers those questions. The image or plan reflects who you are as a business and emphasizes first impressions, which lead to repeat customers. My work highlights your goals and the ambiance you want for your space. I take your ideas, wants, needs, goals and desires, and package them in an affordable plan to implement step by step. I address the needs and function of the space and combine it with color, style, budget, furniture, and artwork so that you put your best image forward in the business world.

Here's what a few clients have said about Inner View's business consultations:

Why should a business consider working with Inner View?

"We decided to expand our web based business into a retail store and needed a plan of what that looked and felt like. We have experienced walking into a business and leaving quickly, knowing it didn't have a good feel, but not knowing how or what created that feel. We understood that if people did not like coming into our store, we would struggle to be successful. We knew we wanted to create a feeling that would bring people back time and again to our store, so we hired Jodie Amerell of Inner View to visualize and accomplish this."
Carmen and Sue, bad dog frida

"I met Jodie just after renting a studio space for my photography business. I had been running my business out of my home and recognized I needed to create a comfortable space to meet with my clients but didn't know where to start. For me, I am aware that customers recognize good design consciously and unconsciously. Combining good design with quality products and good customer service was my goal. I hired Jodie to create the grand scheme of my work space, which developed into a complete image makeover for my business."
Jen Hassrick, Jennifer Hassrick Photography

"My business is me; it is my life's work. I reached a pivotal decision to move my office out of my home and into a leased space. My new business home would need to be a space that supported my creative work and the development of my clients. This decision became a very important investment in my future and financial success. To create my ideal space, I chose Jodie Amerell to work with. She understood my needs and desires, and I felt confident she would look after my very best interests."
Vida Groman, Pentemento

What was gained from the experience?

"EVERYONE that comes into the store comments on the colors of our store and the warm feel of it. People love to be here and we love to come to work. Jodie picked colors that created a whimsical fun energy in our store. She provided ideas on how to display our items and where the best locations would be. She designed the flow of the store starting from the outside façade, all the way to the cash register. In addition she provided us with contractors and service providers to work with that did excellent quality work and were almost immediately available for our job. This meant we were able to get our store up and running faster and with fewer headaches had we managed this part of the build out ourselves. We literally liked everything she selected for us. The work we did with Jodie greatly enhanced our chances of success and frankly helps us feel good as we spend our days in the store. How a person feels in a building really impacts the outcome and success of your business. The modest amount Jodie charged us for her services was well worth it and recouped already by the return traffic we have seen and the joy that folks feel as they come to our store."
Carmen and Sue, bad dog frida

"My entire brand was dictated by the initial design Jodie created for my business. From the logo, to the packaging, to the image display, and the specific furniture in my store, all of this was developed from the colors, ambiance, and feel of the space Jodie recommended. As a result, I started my business with a very cohesive look that people recognize. Almost every person walks in the door and says "What a great space!" They recognize the quality and style, and then they look at the walls. Other people say they do not want to leave, it is so comfortable."
Jen Hassrick, Jennifer Hassrick Photography

"So far in the process, Jodie has created a space for me that is me. I could not sleep the night after she showed me the room colors, layout, and furniture ideas. I was so excited that all I wanted to do was order the paint, furniture, etc. I feel understood, accepted, and acknowledged by Jodie's work and I recommend her to as many people as I can."
Vida Groman, Pentemento