Best Grow An Interior Design Business Podcasts (2025)

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The Green Zone for Entrepreneurs 56:10

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Hannah Hammond: • ◦ https://hannahhammond.com Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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The Divorce Glow Up: Retiring at 40 and Finding Freedom in Bali After Divorce 50:44

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What if the end of your marriage could become the beginning of your most authentic life? That's exactly what happened for Clover Lam, who transformed her devastating divorce into a complete life reinvention—retiring at 40, moving to Bali, and creating a business that helps other women navigate their own post-divorce journeys. Clover's story begins …

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75: Interior Design Debriefs: The 20-Minute Profit Booster 14:02

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Send Katie a Text Message!! In this week’s episode, to wrap up our Project to Profit Series, I'm getting real about the one step most designers skip that could save you hours, protect your margins, and stop you from repeating the same costly mistakes project after project. Here’s the kicker: research shows that teams who actually take this step imp…

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Rewrite the Rules: Build a Business That Feels Like You 1:19:49

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For Interior Designers Who Want Profit, Peace, and Portfolio-Worthy Projects Doors are open for the Interior Designers Business Blueprint 2.0 Course and the Designer's Oasis Membership - find out more here! Doors Close September 30th! 🎯 Learn More: Interior Designer’s Business Blueprint - https://www.designersoasis.com/join WANT MORE? 🛒 Template Sh…

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Design, Mentorship, and Giving Back with Kylie Ponton 1:01:33

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Kylie Ponton: • ◦ https://www.pontoninteriors.com/ Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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From Burn Your Shit to Big Deck Energy: Tarot Lori's Journey to Spiritual Entrepreneurship 55:29

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Discover how a deck of 78 cards holds the key to deeper self-awareness with this week's guest, Tarot Lori Dyan. She says the cards are not about fortune-telling; they are a mirror reflecting your inner wisdom back to you. Returning to the House of JerMar podcast, Lori brings her signature blend of grounded wisdom and playful insight as she unpacks …

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74: The Secret to More Interior Design Referrals 19:38

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Send Katie a Text Message!! What if one happy client didn’t just mean a beautiful portfolio photo — but also became the gateway to three more dream projects? That’s the power of a referral strategy for designers that actually works. In this episode, I'm sharing why most interior design referrals don’t happen by chance — and how to move beyond “word…

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Blue Collar Success with Jason Jarvis 1:02:13

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Jason Jarvis: • ◦ https://www.blackwolfroofingco.com/ • ◦https://www.slaterestorationaz.com/ Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinteres…

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What Is a Recovery Coach? Inside the Growing Wellness Movement 52:38

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In honor of September being National Recovery Month, we are exploring what exactly a recovery coach is, and why you might want one, even if you don't identify as having an addiction. In this illuminating conversation, Stephanie Hazard—a recovery coach with 25 years of personal sobriety—redefines our understanding of recovery support beyond traditio…

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73: Scope Creep Solutions for Profitable Interior Design 17:40

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Send Katie a Text Message!! Scope creep: two little words that can drain your profits, stretch your timeline, and zap your energy if left unchecked. But here’s the twist—done right, scope creep can actually fuel your profit margins and strengthen client relationships. In this episode, I'm breaking down the sneaky ways scope creep shows up (and why …

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Building Better Ways in Construction with Kendall Pouland 59:15

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Kendall Pouland: • ◦ https://www.buildbetterways.com/ Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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The Power of Elderberries: From Teacher to Wellness Entrepreneur 46:25

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When Jessica Lowry found herself facing financial struggles in 2018 with three young children and a husband battling health issues, she never imagined a simple kitchen experiment would transform her family's future. Desperate for a natural immune support remedy as cold and flu season approached, Jessica crafted her own elderberry syrup—a formula he…

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72: Interior Design Onboarding to Protect Profit & Clients 14:21

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Send Katie a Text Message!! Every design project begins with excitement, but if you skip one crucial step, that excitement can quickly spiral into misunderstandings, scope creep, and profit loss. That step? Onboarding and expectation setting. In this episode, part of our Project to Profit series, I'm pulling back the curtain on why onboarding isn’t…

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Protecting Builders and Mitigating Risk with Tyler Woodruff 1:00:26

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Tyler Woodruff: https://www.leavitt.com/woodruff/staff/tyler-woodruff Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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How to Build Confidence After Losing Everything 50:23

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What happens when you lose everything and have nowhere to go but up? Louise Colyer knows that journey intimately. In this profound conversation, Louise reveals how she transformed her life after simultaneously losing her family, home, businesses, and health. The turning point wasn't dramatic – it began with simply brushing her teeth after months of…

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71: The Hidden Costs of Discounting Your Interior Design Services 11:25

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Send Katie a Text Message!! If you’ve ever said, “I gave a discount just to keep the client happy,” this episode of Success by Design is for you. In this week’s Projects to Profit series, I'm pulling back the curtain on one of the most common traps interior designers fall into: discounting. What feels like a quick win for keeping a client can harm …

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Tech, Trust, and Teamwork with Rex Smith 1:03:31

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Rex Smith: https://www.hybrydsystems.com/ Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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S8, E7: The Designer’s Growth Plan: Brand and Interior Product Launch Strategy with Ericka Saurit 56:38

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When you have your own business, you have to do everything—from designing and selling to marketing and growth. But the real power lies in building a brand that goes beyond products or services. It’s about creating spaces and experiences that are meaningful, where people feel connected and inspired. Branding for designers isn’t just about visuals; i…

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Teen Athlete Mental Performance: Building Confidence Through Mindset Coaching 1:00:28

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Stepping onto a playing field with sweaty palms and racing thoughts is a universal experience for teen athletes. What if they had tools to transform that anxiety into focused energy? In this heartfelt conversation, mindset coach Lindsay Potter reveals how she's helping young athletes do exactly that. Lindsay shares her remarkable journey from bever…

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70: How to Turn Consultations Into Paid Opportunities 13:25

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Send Katie a Text Message!! This week, we’re kicking off a six-part series I’m calling "Turning Projects into Profit." As designers, we pour our hearts into projects that photograph beautifully, but sometimes those same projects barely move the financial needle. I know that tension well because I’ve lived it in my own business. That’s why this seri…

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Building Trust: Client-Driven Design with Brian Hebdon 1:01:34

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Brian Hebdon: https://www.hebdonstudios.com/ Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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The Bold Pivot: From Burnout to Breakthrough 52:53

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What happens when you abandon the corporate career you've spent decades building—with no backup plan? Leigh Burgess knows this territory intimately. After twenty years climbing the healthcare administration ladder at prestigious institutions like Duke and Dartmouth, she found herself sleeping just two hours a night, physically deteriorating, and co…

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S8, E6: The Science of Beauty: How Design Shapes Human Health with Mike Peterson 31:24

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Beauty has always spoken to us—but today, its voice is louder, clearer, and more essential than ever. As the language of design evolves, we are beginning to understand that beauty is not just a visual luxury but a biological necessity. Hardwired into our DNA, aesthetic experiences shape how we feel, think, and heal. From the calming repetition of p…

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69: Design Heals: The Secret Sauce Top Designers Are Using to Charge More 31:08

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Send Katie a Text Message!! What every designer needs to know about neuroaesthetics, biophilia, and charging what you're worth. In this episode of Success by Design, I'm sitting down with Mike Peterson, founder of Science in Design, to explore how neuroscience is validating what designers have known intuitively for years: beautiful spaces make peop…

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Learning, Growing, and Designing Together with Wes and Jody Chapman 1:15:40

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Wes and Jody Chapman: https://www.loftthirtyone.com/ Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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S8, E5: Designing for a New Era: Melissa Marsh on Connection, AI & Workplace Culture 36:30

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From the buzz of innovation to the quiet power of intentional design, NeoCon 2025 revealed a future where design, human connection, and technology converge. The conversation is no longer just about products—it’s about how environments shape behavior, how data informs design, and how workplaces can foster both safety and creativity. This year’s show…

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Unlearning the Past to Find Your Purpose 39:03

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We all know that success doesn't always lead to happiness. Sometimes, the life you've carefully constructed is built on someone else's blueprint. This week's podcast guest, Eli Bowman, has a story that is precisely that. A successful entrepreneur traveling the country in an RV with his wife and five homeschooled children sounds like the perfect lif…

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68: Vegas Market 2025: Bold Interior Design Trends and Statement Décor 22:01

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Send Katie a Text Message!! What happens in Vegas doesn’t stay in Vegas — especially when Success by Design gets the inside scoop from the market floor. In this week’s can’t-miss episode, Katie sits down with Diana Ruston on her team and fresh off the plane to unpack the good, the bad, and the downright bizarre from the latest Las Vegas Market. Thi…

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Growth Strategies in Specialized Flooring with Tyler Gibson 56:07

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Tyler Gibson: https://twobrothersepoxy.com Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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S8,E4: Connecting with Millennials & Gen Z Designers: Tarra Avila on Strategy That Sticks 29:31

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NeoCon 2025 is paved with more than just innovative products—it’s built on meaningful relationships, bold storytelling, and brands that lead with purpose. In today’s design landscape, simply showing up isn’t enough. Reps must deliver real value, spark genuine conversations, and create experiences that resonate long after the event ends. Authenticit…

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Wellness Warriors: Two Female Entrepreneurs Share Mindset Tools for Life Transformation 1:00:14

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What if creating a wellness practice was less about following someone else's routine and more about discovering what truly resonates with you? In this soul-nourishing conversation, Jeanne Collins welcomes returning guest Sue Saller for an intimate exploration of how we can cultivate genuine wellness by honoring our unique needs. Sue, author and hos…

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67: Interior Design Business Strategy That Works in a Downturn [The Table] 41:57

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Send Katie a Text Message!! Interior designers, mark this moment: this is not just another podcast episode—it’s a masterclass in how to lead your business through chaos. In the latest quarterly roundtable, I invited two of the most respected minds in our industry, LuAnn Nigara and John McClain, to sit down and discuss their insights. But not just a…

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Creating Architect-Builder Relationships with Specs with Brady Fry 1:03:42

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Brady Fry: https://fryclassicconstruction.com/ Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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S8, E3: Seen, Heard, Remembered: Mastering NeoCon Tradeshow Strategy with Libby Gillen & Chris Stulpin 34:42

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As the most anticipated design event continues to evolve, one thing remains timeless: the power of well-crafted experiences—those that begin long before the showroom doors open and continue long after the last badge is scanned. From smarter collaboration and strategic storytelling to thoughtful product launches and unforgettable touchpoints, brands…

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Let's Manifest 37:01

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Ever wondered if you could design your life with the same intention you design your home? In this special episode, I share one of my most powerful teachings from my Empowerment Fundamentals Course—the exact four-step manifestation process that transformed my career and life. What makes my approach different is the crucial step that many overlook: e…

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66: 7 Strategies to Attract Interior Design Clients Without Spending a Dime 14:02

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Send Katie a Text Message!! What if the answer isn’t more ads, more hustle, or more burnout? In this week’s episode of Success by Design, I drop 7 zero-cost, high-impact strategies to attract interior design clients without spending a dime. And no—it’s not just “post more on Instagram.” This episode is the grounded, practical pep talk you didn’t kn…

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Why Your Space Needs Both: The Architect-Designer Partnership 21:30

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Scott Blosser, Principal Architect at Compass Architecture, joins us to discuss the critical importance of early collaboration between architects and interior designers. Effective partnerships between design professionals create spaces that better serve clients' needs while avoiding costly mistakes and delays that occur when designers are brought i…

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AI and Construction: A New Era with Brandon Holtzman 51:01

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Brandon Holtzman: https://www.holtzmanconstruction.com/ Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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Beyond Walls: Building Your Business with Expert Construction & Design 15:15

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What happens when construction and design work hand in hand from day one? In this episode, general contractor Matt Raine of Raine Building joins interior designer Robin Pasley to explore how integrated project planning goes far beyond looks—solving logistical challenges, keeping timelines on track, and creating high-impact spaces that support emplo…

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S8, E2: How to Start and Grow Your Podcast in 2025 with Nicole Lashae (Ben) Hall 17:24

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Ever wondered why some podcasts thrive while others vanish into digital silence? In 2025, podcasting has evolved far beyond a casual hobby—it’s now a dynamic engine for personal branding, thought leadership, and evergreen content creation. Starting and growing a successful podcast means more than just plugging in a mic; it requires intentional stra…

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It Is Never Too Late to Change Your Life Story 54:54

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Ever wondered why you keep repeating the same patterns or finding yourself in similar situations despite your best efforts? The answer may lie in your personal narrative—the story you've been telling yourself since childhood. Clinical social worker Ellen Arcamone takes us on a journey into how our personal narratives form, often when we're too youn…

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65: Interior Design Business Tips to Thrive During Slowdowns 12:18

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Send Katie a Text Message!! As an interior designer, you pour passion, creativity, and dedication into your business every single day. But what happens when the market slows, projects stall, or uncertainty creeps in? It’s not about if—it’s about when. But here's the good news: you don’t have to panic. You can proactively prepare. In this episode, K…

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Energy Efficiency Meets Innovation with Alfonso Nieves 52:46

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Alfonso Nieves: https://www.foxblocks.com/ Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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Breathwork for Beginners: How One Mom Used Meditation and Visualization to Heal Her Daughter's Brain 38:05

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A mother's worst nightmare became the catalyst for profound healing and transformation when Brigitte Apostolakos' six-year-old daughter suffered a catastrophic brain bleed during COVID lockdown. With 90% of her daughter's left cerebellum compromised, medical professionals offered little hope for recovery. Yet through desperate research and intuitiv…

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S8,E1: Marketing Through the Headlines: Stay Lean, Visible & Agile with Nicole Lashae (Ben) Hall 29:36

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Marketing Through the Headlines: Stay Lean, Visible & Agile with Nicole Lashae (Ben) Hall When the headlines change overnight, so must your strategy. In a world where tariffs can reshape budgets and uncertainty dominates decision-making, the brands that rise aren’t the ones with the biggest budgets—but the ones that know how to pivot fast, stay vis…

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64: Wondering If Coaching Is Worth It? Rachel Says Yes—Here’s Why 22:42

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Send Katie a Text Message!! Discover how Rachel Ogburn boldly transitioned from real estate to interior design, harnessing clarity, courage, and confidence to build a thriving and fulfilling business. In this episode, Rachel candidly reveals how she overcame deep-seated fears of rejection and uncertainty, leveraging coaching, community support, and…

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Reclaim Your Time, Reclaim Yourself with Katie McDonald 1:00:02

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Sponsors: • ◦ Visit Buildertrend to get a 60-day money-back guarantee on your Buildertrend account • ◦ Marvin Windows and Doors • ◦ Sub-Zero Wolf Cove Showroom Phoenix Connect with Katie McDonald: https://bnourished.com/ Connect with Brad Leavitt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Houzz | Pinterest | YouTube…

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Raising Your Vibration: Gene Keys, DNA Activation & Spiritual Awakening 49:09

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Rebecca Parris had checked all the boxes of success—prestigious career, 27-year marriage, president of the garden club, tennis association, and multiple foundations. Her life looked perfect from the outside. Then something shifted. During a simple dog walk, a conversation with her daughter about coincidences cracked open her perception of reality, …

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63: Designers, Step Away! How Strategic Breaks Unlock Your Full Potential 15:35

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Send Katie a Text Message!! Want to boost your creativity, skyrocket your productivity, and reignite your passion for design? It might be time to step away. In this episode, I'm revealing why intentional, strategic rest isn't just nice—it's essential for interior designers aiming for sustainable success. Whether you're running a growing six-figure …

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326. From Daycare to Design Support: Jackie’s Freelance Journey as an OBM for Interior Designers 27:46

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In this episode of the Live Free Podcast, I’m chatting with Jackie, a mom of five, mini-farm enthusiast, and now a thriving Online Business Manager (OBM) for interior designers. Jackie shares her inspiring journey of leaving behind her 40-hour office job and a home daycare business to finally build the flexible freelance life she dreamed of. After …