The Designer Within

May 17 2024
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Welcome to The Designer Within Podcast! The business-minded podcast created for Interior Designers and Creative Business Owners BY a creative business owner, John McClain. I know first hand the challenges but also the victories that can come with our careers and I’m here to sip AND spill the tea with you! It’s time to dive deep within yourself and redesign your own business and your life from the inside out. Together, we will uncover secrets and share valuable insights, so prepare for a truly transformative experience, because it's time to unleash The Designer Within.

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Send us a Text Message.Imagine transforming your home into a sanctuary that not only soothes your soul but also stands as a testament to ethical living. Join me, John McClain, and pioneer Deborah Dimare as we navigate the intersection of interior design and moral responsibility, ensuring that every piece of furniture and fabric honors both your well-being and the planet's. Our live

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Send us a Text Message.If you have ever felt behind schedule before you even opened up your laptop or found yourself chasing the clock to get something done by a deadline. Well, you're not alone. We have ALL been there my friend, but guess what? There are solutions to your productivity problems and Amber De La Garza is the productivity expert and she's HERE on the podcast today!She

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Send us a Text Message.I love having talented and successful friends on the podcast and Christopher Todd Hall is that and so much more! Christopher not only is a successful 30 year veteran of the design industry, but also has lots of exciting ventures within his company that allow him to spread his creative talents while increasing revenue.In this fun and very enlightening convo, y

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