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60: New Year = New Priorities. Saying YES to What Serves YOU in 2025!


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Designing Your Best Year: Embracing Purpose, Progress, and Peace in 2025


In this episode of the Designer Within Podcast, host John McClain explores the crucial difference between being busy and being productive. He introduces the concept of aligning tasks with one's goals through a decision filter focusing on purpose, progress, and peace. 

John explains the revamped podcast format, which will now cater to interior designers, homeowners, and general listeners, offering insights for improving both personal and professional lives. 

The episode emphasizes the importance of intentionality, self-care, and thoughtfully selecting commitments that truly serve one's wellbeing and objectives. John also shares practical tips for prioritizing tasks, delegating effectively, and maintaining a balanced, fulfilling life. 

Join John in making 2025 a year where you say yes to what serves you and no to what doesn't.

00:00 Introduction: Busy vs. Productive

00:30 Welcome to The Designer Within Podcast

01:23 Podcast Evolution and New Format

03:29 Exciting New Content and YouTube Plans

06:05 Episode Focus: New Year, New Priorities

07:14 Decision Filter: Purpose, Progress, and Peace

17:36 Real-Life Application of the Decision Filter

22:06 Prioritizing Tasks and Avoiding Busy-ness

26:34 Self-Care and Personal Well-being

37:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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