Take Your Knowledge of Construction to the Next Level
Operations 301: Project Leadership in Construction
In this 5-week course, Kathleen walks you through what it really means to manage a construction site, from understanding job site hierarchy and timelines to navigating trade day, walkthroughs, and millwork. You’ll learn how to work smarter with colleagues and guide your client through every step. It’s the kind of clarity that saves time, builds trust, and sets you apart.
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Purpose by Design: Create Your Mission, Vision, and Value Statements
You’ve heard her say it’s essential—now let’s do it together, step by step. (No more going it alone!)
Profitable by Design: Sales Strategies for Designers & Window Treatment Pros
Win more clients, boost your profits, and sell with confidence—no hard selling required.
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Mastering the Jobsite: Strategies to Protect Your Profit
Operations 301 instructor Kathleen Anderson shares hard-earned lessons from mistakes she’s made—and how you can avoid them. She explains what true jobsite control looks like, how her walk-through checklists elevate a designer’s value, and why smart pricing and budgeting strategies are essential to boosting both profit and professionalism.
Imagine This…
By the end of this course, you will:
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Master Design for Construction Deliverables
Walk away with your own list of design for construction deliverables—and know exactly how to turn it into a clear project management strategy, a reliable budgeting tool, and more. -
Streamline Jobsite Walks
You’ll have the tools to to create a checklist of action items for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC jobsite walks.
From pre-construction to the final punch, learn how to confidently manage design for construction projects.
Design-build projects are complicated, but preparation and knowledge will allow you to bring exceptional service and expertise to your clients.
from 11:00am - 12:15pm EST
Lots of great nuggets that I will definitely be implementing in my own design business.”
Kathleen is a credit to her profession.”
Kathleen saved me time, money, and heartarches.”
Meet Kathleen Anderson
Kathleen Anderson is a designer and entrepreneur delivering full-service interiors, design-build projects, window treatments, and more. With a BA in Interior Design and a Masters Degree in Architecture, she knows first-hand that business knowledge is what completes the trifecta needed to build and run a successful design firm.
$5M
Commercial Renovation
Project Led
14+
Years in the
Interior Design Industry
Kathleen's Superpowers
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Leads Complex Construction Projects with Design Precision
Kathleen has managed everything from boutique commercial projects to full-building remodels—bringing high-level design strategy to every layer of the construction process. -
European Design Education Meets Hands-On Jobsite Experience
Her international training and in-the-field leadership give her the rare ability to speak both design and construction fluently. -
Expert in Navigating Consultants, Contractors, and Clients
Kathleen teaches how to collaborate across all roles—from MEP engineers to developers—while maintaining clear communication and strong client relationships. -
Recognized by the University of Texas as a Woman Who Means Business
Selected for a top professional honor at UT McCombs School of Business in 2023. -
Featured Thought Leader in the Industry
A guest on A Well-Designed Business®, The Brad Leavitt Podcast, and featured in Apartment Therapy, Kathleen is a respected voice in design and construction.
Is this course for you?
We’re a great fit if…
You love checklists, process, and structure and want to learn how to incoporate those into your design for construction projects.
We’re not a fit if…
You need to learn the how-tos of how to put together a spec book or elevations. (For that, check out Operations 201. And yes, you can take this class first. These two classes ARE complementary and don’t necessarily have to be taken in order!)
The structured lessons are pulled directly from Kathleen's years of experience.
Over five weeks, you will learn how to craft your own pricing strategy, plan workflow, and develop profitability centers for new construction projects. This course will pay for itself—many times over—in mistakes not made.
A 5-Step Education in Design for Construction
Project Phases, Consultants, Jobsite Hierarchy, and Scheduling
Gain a clear understanding of construction phases, identify jobsite decision-makers, and learn how consultants can expand your scope and elevate your role.
Thurs. September 11th at 11am EST
Managing a Budget, Trade Day, and Electrical Walk
Understand your responsibilities as an interior designer during construction, and how to conduct a feasibility study (AKA trade day). Plus: How to set reasonable client budget expectations.
Thurs. September 18th at 11am EST
Electrical Walk & HVAC Walk
Know exactly what to check during electrical and HVAC walks, how to troubleshoot common issues, and where your input as a designer really matters.
Thurs. September 25th at 11am EST
Plumbing & Tile Walks
Master the designer’s role in plumbing and tile walkthroughs, from coordination to layout decisions, and learn how to collaborate smoothly with contractors.
Thurs. October 2nd at 11am EST
Cabinets, Millwork & Putting it All Together
Understand how to incorporate millwork into your services, manage its workflow, and bring everything together for a polished handoff. Plus: An insightful Q&A with Kathleen.
Thurs. October 9th at 11am EST
What were your biggest, business-changing a-ha moments? How are you taking action? Join LuAnn in picking up insights from every course and every department!
Wed. October 29th at 12:00pm EST
What’s Included?
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FREE RECORDED CLASSES FOR 90 DAYS: Can’t make one of the classes? No problem! Recordings will be available the next day—just log in to your account to access them. If you’d like unlimited access, you can purchase Lifetime Recording Access for $75 when you register—or at any time during your 90-day window.
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LIVE VIDEO COACHING CALLS WITH 5 SPECIFIC TOPICS: 5 weeks of 1 hour and 15 minute live zoom video coaching with 1 hour of your instructor teaching and 15 minutes of live Q&A.
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PRIVATE CONVERSATION BOARDS FOR EVERYONE IN THE COURSE: Sometimes we need to try something or think about it further...and then we look for clarification. This group is for collaboration, victories and trouble-shooting. Your instructor, LuAnn, and your peers will deepen your understanding of the content.
What Students are Saying
“Kat shared her own experience and mistakes she had made along the way. She told us all the things to look out for, taught us where and how to look for things that might be problems and most importantly how to get ahead of them. I took lots of great nuggets away that I will definitely be implementing in my own design business!”
“Kat was amazing with her knowledge—but explaining how to apply it and relate to the trades as people, as we all pull a project together, really brought unexpected and invaluable teaching. What felt like insanity, now makes sense!”
“Most designers don't share the behind the scenes bad stories, but we all have them. I appreciate how open Kathleen was about things that have gone wrong and how she took those lessons, paid attention, and figured out ways to avoid the same in the future.”
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Operations 301
Operations 301
Register now for Early Bird Pricing! The price goes up to $2195 on August 30th.
Buy Any 5-Week Course, Get LuAnn’s Workshops for Free!
Buy any 5-week course by August 18th and get an invite to...
Purpose by Design: Create Your Mission, Vision, and Value Statements
You’ve heard her say it’s essential—now let’s do it together, step by step. (No more going it alone!)
Profitable by Design: Sales Strategies for Designers & Window Treatment Pros
Win more clients, boost your profits, and sell with confidence—no hard selling required.
When you register for this or any 5-week course, we'll send you an email with details.
FAQs
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We meet each week via livestream. Expect an email with instructions a few days before your class begins.
Each meeting is one hour and fifteen minutes of live coaching with a combination of dynamic teaching (expect tons of real-world examples!) and live Q&A.No problem! Recordings of each class will be available the next day, so you won’t miss a thing. However, keep in mind that your access to these recordings is free for 90 days after your last class. After that, access will be removed unless you purchase Lifetime Recording Access for $75, which ensures your recordings never expire. You can add this option when you register or later if you need more time.
And don’t forget about the Conversation Boards! Your instructor will be there each week for extra Q&A and to help you deepen your understanding. So even if you’re in a different time zone, you can still sign up and get the full value out of this course.Your instructor will be checking in on your Conversation Board at least a few times a week to answer any questions that you post. You will also be able to interact with your classmates, continue discussions from your sessions, and share wins as you put your new-found skills into practice.We meet on Thursdays for five weeks at 11:00am ET. -
We want you to feel confident when you enroll in a LuAnn University course. Our policy is designed to be fair to both students and instructors:
If you cancel before the course begins: You’ll receive a refund of your tuition, minus transaction fees.
If you request a refund after the course begins: Refund requests may be made within the first two weeks of the course. We’ll review your request and work with you to find the best solution. To be eligible, you must have completed the pre-course Q&A form, which helps ensure your goals and expectations align with the course content.Once the 90-day access period ends, your recordings will no longer be available—unless you’ve purchased Lifetime Recording Access. You can add Lifetime Recording Access to your cart when you register—this means your recordings never expire. If you decide later, don’t worry! We’ll remind you when your 90-day window is about to close, giving you another chance to keep them for life.Yes! To receive CEUs, you will need to attend all live sessions. Each week, please enter your name and IDCEC unique identification learner number in the Zoom chat to confirm your participation. At the conclusion of the final session, we will provide a QR code issued by the IDCEC—this code is necessary to claim your six CEU credits. Note that CEUs are awarded only after completing the full course, not for individual sessions.No! We’ve created a full business education with multiple tracks—but you get to decide where to start. Register for any course or intensive in any track.
“I really appreciate how prompt, professional, and factual Kathleen is with her answers. She is a credit to her profession.”
“Kathleen is awesome. She saved me time, money, and heartaches. The only thing I regret is that I can't ask for her input on every decision in my life!”