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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 • 77 episodes
The McClain Method
Latest Episodes
77: How to Sell Without Feeling Salesy: The Steve Jobs Strategy for Designers + Creatives
What do interior designers, creatives, and wellness founders have in common? Most of them hate selling—but still need to do it daily.In this episode, John sits down with Christopher Francis, engineer-turned-entrepreneur and founder of H...
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76: You’re Not Lazy—You’re Exhausted: Rethinking Productivity and Self-Worth with Katie McDonald
76: You’re Not Lazy—You’re Exhausted: Rethinking Productivity and Self-Worth📝 Episode Description / Show Notes:What if the real problem isn’t your motivation, your to-do list, or your morning routine?...
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75: The Power of Your Voice: Storytelling in the Age of AI with Jude Charles
ACCESS MY FREE 5 PART PODCAST SERIES COURSE HERE! "5 Things I Would Do Differently I Were Starting My Design Business Today"https://learn.mcclainmetho...
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74: Brand-New Instagram Changes for 2025: Why Your Posts Aren’t Getting Seen (and What to Do Now)
Episode Summary: If your Instagram posts feel like they’re disappearing into the void lately—you’re not imagining it. In this episode, I’m breaking down the just-revealed 2025 changes to Instagram’s algorithm and content str...
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73: How Breegan Jane Built a Bold Design Brand—and Landed 13 HGTV Shows
🎙️ Episode 73 — How Breegan Jane Built a Bold Design Brand—and Landed 13 HGTV ShowsIn This Episode: If you’re an interior designer dreaming of being on television, this episode is your roadmap. John McClain sits down ...
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