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80: Do it Afraid: Navigating Fear and Change in Design with Katie Decker-Erickson


Season 2 Episode 80


Do it Afraid: Navigating Fear and Change in Design

In this episode of the McClain Method Podcast, host John McClain speaks with Katie Derek Erickson, founder of Success by Design. 

They discuss the importance of grit, perspective, and intuitive decision-making in business. Katie shares her journey from flipping houses to leading a multimillion-dollar commercial design firm and emphasizes the significance of sustainable design. The episode also touches on overcoming fear, the power of celebrating small wins, and the impact of having a defined 'why' in business. 

14:18 Celebrating Success and Finding Joy

18:12 Remote Teams and Effective Hiring

27:11 The Power of Systems and Processes

36:04 The Importance of Marketing Processes

36:53 The Need for Structured Task Management

44:38 Building Strong Relationships with Tradespeople

53:40 Handling Business Challenges and Burnout

01:00:32 The Power of Knowing Your 'Why'

01:05:44 Rapid Fire Insights and Conclusion

More On Katie and her program and podcast: Success by Design

Website: https://successbydesign.coach/

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