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Coaching for SketchUp-Based Businesses

Helping you build the business behind the 3D Model

Running a solo business or leading a design firm? Beyond the Model helps you build smarter systems behind the work.

These 1:1 sessions are created for professionals using SketchUp as part of their design process, whether you're refining workflows, improving documentation, or training team members.

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What Coaching Covers

Each session is guided by a focused agenda created for you, based on the way you work and the direction you want to go.

  • Workflow Training: Best practices for integrating SketchUp into your process from 3D model setup to visuals.

  • SketchUp & LayOut Documentation: Tips for creating clean models, working efficiently, improving visuals, and organizing files.

  • Business Operations: Pricing, time tracking, scheduling, tools, and systems that make your work more sustainable.

  • Client Relationships: Communication strategies, boundary setting, onboarding, and building long-term trust.

  • Marketing & Growth: Finding your niche, defining your style, building referrals, and showing up online in a way that feels aligned.

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What Clients Say

  • “The 1:1 sessions are pure gold! I was able to ask detailed questions about how to communicate with clients and set up business systems to run smoothly and effortlessly.”

    When I first read that Erin was doing a session at 3D Basecamp "Beyond the Model", I signed up in a heartbeat. I was in a place in my newly formed Sketchup business journey where I needed that extra push and guidance to gain those interior design clients. Erin brought her real-world knowledge to the table and gave me the confidence and steps to push my SketchUp business forward. The 1:1 sessions were pure gold because I got to ask really detailed, personalized questions about how to communicate with potential designer clients and how to set up my systems smoothly and effortlessly. Our 1:1 sessions have helped me gain my first few designer clients and I am using all the tips and tricks she has shared! I highly recommend Erin's "Beyond the Model" session because it contains everything you need to feel confident about launching your SketchUp business for interior designers.

    – Diana Kraus, 3DK Renders 

  • "Erin was extremely thorough and willing to go the extra mile to make sure I was off on the right track!"

    We broke our 2 hour session into two 1 hour meetings which was helpful to digest and process information. I was able to provide Erin with several questions ahead and time and we spent time going through each one as well as additional questions that came up. We covered topics ranging from the first steps she took to get her company started to the marketing of her company to specific SketchUp questions. Erin was extremely thorough and willing to go the extra mile to make sure I was off on the right track! 

    The Beyond the Model session was so helpful in helping me to get my own thoughts together regarding the start of my new company. After listening to the webinar and then speaking with Erin, I was given the confidence to take those initial steps and realized I actually can do this!

    – Mary Elise

Frequently Asked Questions

  • This coaching is built for professionals using SketchUp and LayOut to serve clients, whether through space planning, documentation, or design support. It’s also ideal for design firms with in-house users who want to train their teams and improve internal workflows.

  • Not necessarily. We can discuss how to work more efficiently in SketchUp if you already use it or keep the conversation focused on business strategy, client communication, or anything more pressing. And if you’re just getting started, I’m happy to connect you with someone who specializes in SketchUp training.

  • Perfect. You’re welcome to send questions in advance so we can make the most of our time together.

  • You’ll share where you’re at and what you want to focus on. I’ll create a personalized agenda in advance, we’ll meet 1:1 on Zoom, and you’ll walk away with clear next steps and helpful tools. Packages are flexible; many clients start with two sessions, then check in as needed.

Let’s Build the Business Beyond the Model