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Sep 2023
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55\\ Celebrating a Year of Design Curiou...

Rebecca Ward, CID | Interior Designer, Interior Design Mentor, Designers Coach
About this episode

ONE YEAR ON THE PODCAST?! Can you even believe it?

A year ago, we launched this podcast - Design Curious - and it is a whole year of incredible adventure. From figuring out how to even do podcasts to writing the episodes and interviewing people, it has all been an enjoyable process for me. I love doing it!

In this special episode, I talk about the journey from the first three episodes to now, Episode 55. Join me as I share my key takeaways from the past year, the exciting direction of the podcast, and the amazing people I've had the privilege to interview.

As we move forward, we promise to keep delivering episodes that cater to your curiosity, ensuring there's something for everyone. Plus, we're excited to hear from you! Your feedback is essential in shaping the future of Design Curious. So, don't hesitate to reach out, share your thoughts, and stay tuned for a special Q&A episode where we'll address your questions.

Thank you for an incredible year of support. Let's continue this amazing journey together as we explore the career of interior design!

Why you’ve got to check out today’s episode:

  • Discover the MINDSET that sustained me, and adapt it to your own endeavors
  • Learn how you can shape the future of Design Curious podcast
  • Look back on a year of inspiration & empowerment, and celebrate with us

Check out the show notes >>> Celebrating a Year of Design Curious: Takeaways and Future Vision

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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...

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