100\\ Tips and Stories for Starting Your Interior Design Journey Plus Celebrating 100 Episodes With Lillian Janik

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.

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.

Featured 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.

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

Check out the show notes >>> Tips and Stories for Starting Your Interior Design Journey Plus Celebrating 100 Episodes With Lillian Janik

Join the 100th 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:

1. Leave a Star Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser (if you're not an Apple user)
2. Follow @rwarddesign on Instagram
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

Grab your freebies:

• Furnishings Investment Guide https://rwarddesign.myflodesk.com/furnitureinvestment⁠
• 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!

Listen to Related Episode:

• Episode 5: The Do’s and Don’ts of Interior Design Internships
• Episode 68: The Power of Intention: How to Set and Achieve your Goals for 2024 With Sierra Collins

Join the Design Mentor to kickstart a successful career in interior design!

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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...