69: Get Out of Your Own Way: Lessons from LuAnn Nigara

The McClain Method Podcast Episode 69: Get Out of Your Own Way: Lessons from LuAnn Nigara

In this episode of The McClain Method Podcast, host John McClain welcomes LuAnn Nigara, a pioneer in the interior design business world. They discuss LuAnn's journey from helping her husband start Window Works to becoming a celebrated media personality with her podcast 'A Well-Designed Business.' 

LuAnn shares how she identified the need for business education among designers, her strategies for launching and monetizing her podcast, and the vital role of having a business plan. She also touches on the importance of personal health, the significance of her husband Vinny's support, and the lessons learnt from various stages of her career. 

This episode is packed with insights and stories that highlight the importance of planning, persistence, and believing in one's vision. Tune in next week for part two, where LuAnn discusses specific strategies for building a successful design business.

00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts

00:29 Welcome to the McClain Method Podcast

02:07 Guest Introduction: Luann Nigara

03:52 Luann's Journey to Success

08:06 The Importance of Self-Care

20:19 Founding Window Works

30:48 Losing Patience with Design Details

31:51 Searching for a Retirement Business

33:47 The Birth of the Podcast

35:11 Investing in the Podcast

37:03 Challenges and Successes

44:21 Vinny's Skepticism and Support

52:11 Expanding the Brand

58:29 Conclusion and Teaser for Next Episode

LuAnn's Website: https://luannnigara.com/

LuAnn's IG: https://www.instagram.com/luannnigara/

John On A Well Designed Business:

Episode 472: https://luannnigara.com/472-john-mcclain-running-his-firm-from-two-coasts-makes-systems-and-tools-critical-2/
Episode 844: https://luannnigara.com/844-john-mcclain-turn-failure-into-success-2/

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