What if the version of success you’ve been chasing… isn’t actually yours?
In this episode, John McClain gets personal about what happened when his business grew beyond what his soul was ready for — and why he made the decision to choose alignment over expansion.
From running two design offices across the country to finding peace and purpose in a smaller, more intentional business, John shares the real lessons behind sustainable success.
If you’ve ever felt pressure to “go big” before you were ready, this episode will remind you that the most successful business is the one that feels like home.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
💡 The hidden pressure behind the “grow or die” mindset in business
💡 How John built two thriving offices — and why he chose to scale back
💡 The moment he realized busy doesn’t mean fulfilled
💡 How to know when your business growth is no longer aligned
💡 Practical steps to stay grounded and profitable without losing your peace
Episode Quote to Share:
“Growth without alignment is just chaos with better branding.” — John McClain
Resources & Mentions:
✨ Explore Design Success Academy inside The McClain Method — your roadmap to building a beautiful, profitable, and soul-aligned business.
👉 Visit mcclainmethod.com
for programs, tools, and free resources.
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Watch this episode on YouTube → John McClain YouTube Channel
Fast Action Step:
Take five minutes today to ask yourself:
👉 Is my business structure supporting the life I want — or stealing the joy from it?
If the answer feels even slightly off, it might be time to realign before you expand.
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