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Ep 61 Julia Alt Dec 01, 2020

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Today we welcome Julia Alt - Principal Interior Designer of ALT DESIGN GROUP and the current chapter President of ASID Orange County . In this episode Julia shares how years of involvement in the design community have culminated into an opportunity to lead one of the largest ASID Chapters in the country. We also discuss the correlation between business and leadership, her board's innovative approach to membership activities, and how perseverance in a time of adjustment has set the tone for the coming year.

Ep 60 Joe DeCasperis Nov 11, 2020

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Today we welcome Joe DeCasperis, owner and designer of his namesake Kitchen and Bath design showroom located in Canyon Lake, California. In this episode Joe breaks down his unique business model with us and demonstrates that there's more than one way to approach the business of design. We also discuss the value of leadership and how his commitment to the industry and his willingness to listen and learn from the advice of others has placed this young designer on the fast track to success.

Ep 59 DESIGN BIZ RETREAT RE-CAP Oct 24, 2020

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Today we're re-capping the two days of presentations and ah-ha moments from the first ever DESIGN BIZ RETREAT. Our small but mighty group of design professionals and featured speakers tackled the business of design and its many challenges and left with new insight, valuable tools, and new friendships that will benefit their business for years to come. If you're wondering what this program was all about, listen in and then mark your calendar because we already have DESIGN BIZ RETREAT 2021 on the books for October 4, 5th as well as our first ever LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE in the works for May7th. We're taking COMMUNITY to a whole new level - join us!

Ep 58 Carrie Brigham Oct 10, 2020

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Today we welcome Carrie Brigham of Carrie Brigham Design based in Naples, Florida. In this episode we discuss how Carrie developed her design firm to be technology forward and how that benefited her business in 2020. We also discuss how some great advice from a design school professor and an aggressive learning curve contributed to the success of her business. Carrie shares so many valuable bits of advice, you're gonna need a pad and pen for this one!

Ep 57 Anders Lasater Sep 21, 2020

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Today we welcome Laguna Beach based Architect, Anders Lasater. His award winning architectural studio specializes in custom homes, restaurants, boutique retail and commercial projects. In this episode we discuss his approach to solution based design, team trust, and how our current state of "working from home" has magnified the value of creative and innovative design.

Ep 56 Summer Meddock Sep 09, 2020

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Today we welcome Summer Meddock of Meddock Interiors, a full service design firm and retail retail storefront based in Newport Beach, CA. In this episode Summer and I sit down and have a real talk about her journey to launching her design business and the mind set she has adopted to see her way through this uncertain time and remain focused on the future. You know that saying.. "I didn't come all this way to leave now", well Summer and I bring life and perspective to that statement and we're sharing it all with you!

Ep 55 Stacey Brown Randall Aug 24, 2020

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Today we welcome Stacey Brown Randall, author, entrepreneur, and business coach. Her concept of "generating business referrals without asking" has inspired entrepreneurs and business owners around the world and she's sharing her top tips with us! Stacey dives into the importance of cultivating relationships and leading with authenticity to generate opportunity. Get ready to take your business to the next level because Stacey's modern concept of generating referrals is gonna rock your world!

Ep 54 Lauren Czarniecki Aug 10, 2020

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Today we welcome Lauren Czarniecki of CZAR Interiors, a Florida based boutique firm specializing in residential and commercial design. In this episode Lauren shares her path to launching her own firm just four years ago and the growing pains associated with the development of her business and how she overcame them. We also dive into Lauren's perspective on establishing team culture, the value of continued education and certification, and how the support of family and friends contributes to her fearless vision for the future of her design business.

Ep 53 Wendy Yates Jul 27, 2020

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Today we welcome Wendy Yates of Abigail - Elise Design Studio, a Colorado based interior design firm specializing in interiors and merchandising for commercial, hospitality and residential projects. In this episode we discuss Wendy's career path to design and her unique approach to developing a business model that promotes wellness, balance, and adventure. We also talk about the joy and satisfaction of pursuing not just one but all of your passions in life, how to stop listening to society's limitations, and honoring your inner humanitarian.

Ep 52 Annette English and Andrea Popkin Jul 15, 2020

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Today we welcome Annette English and Andrea Popkin of Annette English and Associates, a boutique interior design firm based in Los Angeles, California. In this episode, Annette and Andrea discuss their path to partnership and the "why" behind promoting from within. We also discuss team culture, the value of leadership, and what it takes to be a part of their small but mighty team. If you're in the process of developing your legacy dream team or if you are a design team member who is looking for ways of exhibiting dedication and a future with your firm, this episode is for you!

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