Beyond The Basics

In this episode, host Cameron Johnson is taking the floor by herself and leading you through a conversation on Design & hot topics that have been running through her mind lately.

Over the last year, she has done research on the topic of design as an experience and the impactful role it plays in all of our lives without realizing it. And as part of her shared research, she is putting you up to a task to help you design the home, life, or even wardrobe of your dreams.

Cameron also mentions her most frequently asked question is "what is it that you do exactly and how does the design process look when working with an interior designer". So you can definitely expect a quick but detailed version of what to expect out of the design process itself.

Other topics covered throughout the episode are:
-How to style luxuriously without breaking the bank, even through dupes of known and loved products.
-How to take the phrase "Fake it til you make it" and turn it into something more worthwhile.
-How to protect your boundaries and priorities
-Her 2 Fun Fact Finishers, and prepare yourself because the first one might make your stomach turn....

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Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

We all know first impressions are a huge deal in our personal and professional worlds, but have you ever thought of the value it can hold on your home? Investing in your property's value is HUGE and Steve Griggs is sharing all about how his decades of experience & artistic sensibility felt within all of his designs, has led him to be known for building extraordinary landscapes from pools, waterfalls, tennis courts and all the in between.

With work featured in notable sources such as Forbes, Business Insider, The Wall Street Journal, and his very own Best Seller Straight Dirt: New York City's Premier Designer Tells It Like It Is, Steve is "digging" into this conversation and discussing all the juicy details involving project proposals; what to expect and think about before beginning your own home project, how clear communication between clients leads to the utmost respect and referrals once the project is complete, and how dealing with unexpected challenges only makes you a strong business owner in the end.

Today’s episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.

Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Thought about starting a business? Small business owner starting to hire a team? Or already have a business but need to pivot or rebrand to find something that fits your company more organically?

Well in today's episode with creative brand and web designer, Jen Davis of Hello June Creative, we cover all the grounds when it comes to setting yourself up for success in your business in regards to authentic branding & mission statements that make your company identifiable amongst others, positioning yourself in your industry so you can organically sell yourself, stepping into managerial positions for the first time and hiring a team, and the steps to take when planning a summer sabbatical.

Today’s episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.

Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Talking about our health can often be daunting and stressful, and often the thought of it can make us feel uneasy. But today's guest, Ashley Ihemelu, is here to teach us the power of resilience through overall wellness & mindful practices and make the topic of health easy to digest.

Ashley is covering topics on foundational health and creating a line of defense for our bodies when illnesses arise, what bioresonance scans are and the benefits they bring when uncovering hard to discover diseases & inflammation, the importance of finding balance in your life and how it can affect your overall well being, and looking within when chronic illnesses develop in our bodies.

Today’s episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.

Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take a year off in your 20’s to travel the world? Rachael Levine, aka Tripping Millennial is here today to share her story about taking an “adult” gap year to pursue her dreams of traveling all over 13 countries.

In this first episode of Season 2, we discuss the challenges and cost - emotional & physical - of what it took Rachael to leave her existing life and job in the US, what pulled her to make this decision in the first place, how her career in finance helped leverage her travels, and what top tips & advice she has now a year later to share to make this kind of opportunity available to YOU too.Rachael opens up about some of her most asked questions and is sharing some of the wildest things that happened during her time away. Learn more about the Tripping Millennial we know today and how she took a leap of faith to create memories that will last a lifetime!

Today’s episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.

Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Can you believe it!? Season 1 is officially in the books for Beyond The Basics! How time flies when you're having fun!

In this episode, Cameron is recapping everything she discussed with her guests in the lifestyle, business and design industries as well as talking about some key points and advice on the lessons she learned and the challenges she experienced as a first time podcaster. 

She is also diving into what you can expect from Season 2... & get ready, cause it's gonna be even better!

If you have ever been interested in being a guest or know someone you'd like to hear be a guest on Beyond The Basics, please reach out at https://www.studioderive.com/contact and fill out the podcast inquiry form. If you would like be a Sponsor in Season 2, please reach out at the same link.

Todays guest is a genius when it comes to the world of lighting and she’s here with me today to share everything she knows about implementing her tricks into our everyday lives. 

Growing up in Tijuana, then moving away at a young age to study architecture in the US, Midory has paved a unique path for herself in the design industry. From bathrooms and large hospitals, to community engagement in impoverous cities and global lighting designs, her well rounded experience has lead her to be a wealth of knowledge on the subject. 

In this episode, Midory is answering questions about how lighting affects our moods during different times of the day, why lighting should always be layered, and the benefits natural and artificial lighting can have on someone's overall health.

Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

As many of you know, travel has become a worldwide luxury topic, now that it is back and booming from the times of the pandemic. But when it comes to actually planning a vacation there is often a level of stress and disorganization that comes along with planning. 

Here with me today are Coabi Kastan & Jan Seale, the founders of OOO, an app developed to bring ease to the consumer as a way to optimize your travel experience based on the trusted recommendations of others you love & know. From unfulfilling jobs & unorganized google sheets, to now pitching their company to investors and allocating millions of dollars in funding, the women behind OOO are disrupting the travel industry and creating a space for everyone to travel with comfort, satisfaction, & lack of difficulty. 

Listen to the episode as we talk about how Coabi & Jan developed the OOO app from scratch, what key business tips they learned at prior companies that they've now utilized in their own, what partnerships we can expect to see with OOO, and how important the network within the app is to the company and user as a whole.

Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Happy early Galentines Day // but really shouldn’t we be celebrating our gals everyday? Well that’s exactly why Beyond The Basics needed a moment with some of our host’s favorite gals!

Prepare for a women-4-women empowering episode with 2/3 of host Cameron Johnson’s lifelong besties, Kendall Stewart & Sarah Hernandez. The girls are discussing the importance of strong friendships, keeping your girls close when it comes to dating boys, and what it truly means to be an exceptional friend!

It’s time to grab yourself a drink & listen to this fun filled episode of the girls reflecting on some of their favorite moments together, why they all believe they have stayed strong through the years - even when it meant having challenging conversations, & the crucial pillars that undeniably need to be present in any friendship.

Get ready to combine an entrepreneurial spirit with relaxation(Can you believe thats even 2 words that would go together?) in this episode with coastal contemporary artist, Billy Pease. 

As a local San Diego artist, Billy discusses how the nature of the California sky & coast have helped ease his stress through art while working in his past career in software engineering. Since COVID, Billy has pivoted to spend more time developing his business creating art that soothes the soul in the beautiful city of Solana Beach.

In this episode, we discuss the process of developing art during different seasons, the ways in which designers & individuals can best work with Billy to create commissioned one-of-a-kind pieces, as well as the importance or color, location, & lighting when working with and installing art.

Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.