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The McClain Method
Welcome to The McClain Method—the podcast for interior designers who are done playing small and ready to be seen.
I’m your host, John McClain—designer, business mentor, author, and your go-to branding bestie.
This isn’t about toss pillows or paint swatches. Around here, we dive deep into the business of design—mindset, marketing, visibility, systems, and everything in between.
So if you’re ready to build a bold, profitable, and well-run business that truly reflects your brilliance...
You’re in the right place. It’s time to let it shine.
Podcasting since 2023 • 86 episodes
The McClain Method
Latest Episodes
86: Three Reasons Designers Stay Stuck (And How to Break Through Before 2026)
Three Reasons Designers Stay Stuck (And How to Break Through Before 2026)If you’ve been feeling stuck in your design business — stuck at the same income level, stuck recreating your processes every time a new client reaches out, s...
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Season 3
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Episode 86
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85: The Hidden Reason Your Clients Don’t Feel Fully Taken Care Of
The Hidden Reason Your Clients Don’t Feel Fully Taken Care OfEven the most talented designers can unintentionally miss the small-but-critical details that shape how clients feel throughout (and especially at the end of) a...
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Season 2
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Episode 85
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11:52
84: Before You Scale: Why I Chose Alignment Over Expansion
What if the version of success you’ve been chasing… isn’t actually yours? In this episode, John McClain gets personal about what happened when his business grew beyond what his soul was ready for — and why he made the decision to choos...
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Season 3
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Episode 84
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19:35
83: 5 Proven Strategies to Build a Successful Interior Design Brand with Alena Capra
In this episode of The McClain Method Podcast, I’m joined by nationally recognized designer, TV personality, and NKBA Person of the Year Alena Capra — a powerhouse in the world of interior design and brand partnerships.We’r...
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Season 3
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Episode 83
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1:00:44
82: How To Use ChatGPT To Write Your Instagram Captions (The Right Way)
If your Instagram captions or newsletters sound like a bad Hallmark card… I hate to break it to you, but I know AI wrote them.And so does your audience. 👀Here’s the deal: AI isn’t the problem. It’s actually a powerful tool — but i...
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Season 3
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Episode 82
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18:07
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