34: The Audacity of Authenticity with Joshua Smith

Let's go deeper. Let's go beyond the fabrics, the wallcovering, and even the paycheck.On this episode of The Designer Within Podcast, Joshua Smith and I have a heartfelt conversation around so many of the events that occur in our lives: business and personal. Joshua has such an open spirit and heart and he's sharing his thoughts on how he handled the ups and downs that many of us also endure.In this episode, Joshua and I discuss:* His personal journey into interior design and how his non-traditional path has led to his success* The "aha moments" that Josh had in 2023 around pricing his services, choosing his clients, and marketing his business* How Josh and I relate to the illusion of "too busy" or "too successful" that the general public sometimes have* The way that Josh starts his day and how it sets him off on the right foot for anything that happens during the daySit back, settle in, and enjoy this in-depth conversation with the always interesting and enlightening Joshua Smith.To find more on Joshua Smith Inc: Website: https://www.joshuasmithinc.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshuasmithinc/?hl=enText Me a Message!FREE VIDEO TRAINING DIRECT FROM JOHN:Design feels natural.The business side doesn’t.Join this free 39-minute training for interior designers and learn the 3 secrets to building a profitable, stress-free design business without burnout or chaos.👉 Watch the free training: https://learn.mcclainmethod.com/dsa_webinar_registrationSupport the show🌟 For all things John and The McClain Method, head to: www.mcclainmethod.com https://mcclainmethod.com/ for information on coaching, memberships, & more!Sign up for my free 40 min training: The 3 Things I Wish I Had Known Before Becoming an Interior Designer https://www.mcclainmethod.com/dsa_webinar_registration📕 Order a signed copy of John's book: The Designer Within (or purchase anywhere books are sold!) https://johnmcclaindesign.com/designerwithin Connect With John!YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@mcclainjohnInstagram https://www.instagram.com/themcclainmethodFacebook https://www.facebook.com/mcclainmethodLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejohnmcclain/