134: 2024 Report Card – Crushing It or Getting Crushed?

As the year comes to a close, Shaun and Rebecca take a reflective journey through their professional wins, challenges, and the lessons they've learned. From defining client relationships to leveraging AI for productivity, this episode offers a candid report card on their goals and the shifts they’ve experienced in 2024.Tune in for insights, strategies, and a little humor to guide you into the new year with clarity and purpose.In this episode, we discuss:Looking back on 2024 goals – Did we crush them or get crushed?Top highlights from past episodes – Revisiting conversations on AI, boundary-setting, and emotional growth in design.Leveraging AI tools – How AI transformed our workflows and client experiences this year.Refining client relationships – Why saying “no” can lead to bigger “yeses.”Breaking free of outdated norms – The evolving role of self-promotion and authenticity on social media.Managing professional and personal balance – Small changes that create lasting impact.Supporting Resources:EP118: Do Designers Have Rights?EP119: A Conversation with Ashley Ausland, How her personal hardship lead to growthEP125: Crystal Bright, How she streamlines virtual projects with Design LiveEP128: Just Stop VII: The Squeakquel, Vendors, Renders & OffendersRebecca's Instagram: Studio PlumbShaun's Instagram: Wrensted InteriorsStay connected: Hot Young Designers Club InstagramExplore more: Hot Young Designers Club WebsiteShop our design resources: Hot Young Designers Club ShopBecome a Loyal Hottie:Support the show by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with your design besties. For exclusive content, join us on Patreon.