The Designer Within
The Designer Within podcast is where creativity and business savvy collide, offering a fresh perspective for interior designers and innovative entrepreneurs.
Created by John McClain, a seasoned creative entrepreneur who’s faced the ups and downs of the industry, this show is all about sharing real, unfiltered insights. If you’re ready to channel the same creativity you use for your clients into your own business, then this podcast is for you.
Join us as we dive deep, reimagine success, and transform both your business and your life from the inside out.
Podcasting since 2023 • 59 episodes
The Designer Within
Latest Episodes
59: Building a Design Showroom, Vendor Growth, & Work/Life balance with Sara Lynn Brennan (Part 2)
In Episode 59 of the Designer Within Podcast, host John McClain continues his insightful conversation with Sarah Lynn Brennan. They delve deeper into the creation and ongoing success of Sarah's design showroom, 'All Things Home,' located in Nor...
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58: The Power of Processes & The Journey to Design Success with Sara Lynn Brennan (Part 1)
In this episode of the 'Designer Within' podcast, John McClain interviews Sara Lynn Brennan, a successful interior designer who transitioned from being a middle and high school science teacher to running her own multi-million dollar design busi...
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Episode 58
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57: How to Incorporate Curated Art Into Your Design Business With Leonardo Ledesma
In this episode of The Designer Within podcast, host John McClain chats with Leonardo Ledesma, founder of Art Seen, an art advisory and curatorial service based in Los Angeles. Leonardo shares his journey from studying architecture to c...
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Episode 57
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56: 5 Proven Strategies to Enhance & Grow Your Design Business with Jennifer Stoner
In episode 56 of the Designer Within Podcast, host John McClain interviews acclaimed interior designer Jennifer Stoner. Jennifer shares her journey from practicing law to becoming a renowned designer with 24 years of experience. Sh...
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55: Designing Your Business Framework: Contracts, Negotiations, and Global Success with Christina Richardson
In this episode of The Designer Within Podcast, host John McClain and interior designer Christina Richardson delve into the critical aspects of contracts and negotiations crucial for a successful design business. Christina shares her unique tra...
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