We did it! We finally made it to 100 episodes and even landed in the top 100 in the Apple Podcast US and top 20 in the Apple Podcast Canada both in Design Category.
Thank you for tuning in each week. To celebrate, I have a special giveaway for you. Scroll down for details on how to enter and win.
Also, in this milestone episode, I have a special guest, Lillian “Lilly” Janik, my associate designer and right-hand gal. She has been instrumental in helping me grow my business, organize it, and manage all the various aspects, including the podcast and my mentorship program, My Design Mentor.
Join us as Lilly shares her inspiring journey from a creative child to a key player in our design firm. Discover how she overcame the challenges of starting her career and the valuable lessons she learned along the way.
If you’re an aspiring interior designer or a recent graduate unsure of your next steps, this episode is packed with insights and advice to help you succeed in your creative career. From internships to working with clients, Lilly’s experiences offer a roadmap for achieving your dreams in the interior design industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from someone who has been in your shoes and emerged successful.
Tune in now and take the first step towards building a fulfilling and prosperous career in interior design.
Why you’ve got to check out today’s episode
- Learn from Lilly’s real-life examples and practical advice for navigating your career path in interior design
- Understand the importance of internships and mentorship in shaping a successful design career
- Get inspiration and encouragement as you pursue a career or business as an interior designer
About the Guest:
Lillian “Lilly” Janik is an experienced interior designer with a passion for creativity and a keen eye for design. After graduating from CSU Sacramento with a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design, she has honed her skills, starting as an intern to an associate designer at Rebecca Ward Design firm. With a knack for sourcing furniture and construction finishes, Lilly excels in design drawing and client relations. Her dedication to mentoring interns and sharing her knowledge reflects her commitment to growth and learning in interior design.
Check out these episode highlights
2:33 – Lilly’s inspiration for pursuing interior design, including her creative childhood and college experience
5:54 – Experience as a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity in New Jersey
7:13 – Experience as an intern at Rebecca Ward Design firm
- Furniture Sourcing
- Design-Client Relationship
- Office Dynamics
10:11 – Career progression from intern to associate designer, with a focus on learning and growth
12:41 – Interior design career paths and money mindset
18:27 – Design style preferences and favorite tasks in an interior design career
- Cottage & Traditional style
- Enjoys sourcing furniture and construction finishes
- Enjoys creating design drawings
- Dislike the back-end paperwork and packing time
21:26 – Celebrating episode 100 with a big giveaway
27:34 – Advice for aspiring interior designers
“Be patient with yourself. You will naturally grow in confidence and skill level the more you do it. It’s a constant process of learning and growing to become a better designer, working better with your clients, and managing your business more effectively. Just have patience and courage. You can do it!” – Lilly
Join the 100 Episode Giveaway
To celebrate the 100th episode of my podcast, 1 lucky winner will win an Interior Designer’s Tool Package which includes:
- Hulken Bag
- Laser Measure
- Full Focus Planner
- Branded Graph Paper Pad
- Custom Scented Candle
- Erasable Pens
- Boss Lady Mug
ENTER TO WIN in 3 easy steps:
Step 1: Leave a Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser (if you’re not an Apple user)
Step 2: Follow @rwarddesign on Instagram
Step 3: Leave a comment on our giveaway post. Let us know what your favorite episode is.
Giveaway Period: August 5 to 9, 2024
Winner Announcement: August 9, 2024
Next Steps
Grab your freebie:
- Furnishings Investment Guide
- Your Roadmap to a Career in Interior Design
- 3 Things I Wish I had known when I started my career
Take a Quiz:
- Curious about your design style? Take the Quiz: Find Your Perfect Interior Design Style
- Interior Designer!! Take the QUIZ and Find Out What Type of Interior Designer You Should Be!
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Thanks for listening! I hope this helps you discover if interior design is the career for you. See you next week…