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Every week Adam Scougall breaks down the nuts and bolts of creating a design life that is unique to you. Focused on the those considering a mid-career sea change, the show aims to support you in creating the ideal lifestyle business in design. Forget having to do it the way all of the other design moguls tell you 'it should be done'. You do you.
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Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson

Jane Jackson : Career Management Coach | LinkedIn | Branding | Job Search | Resume | Job Interviews | Career Coach

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Want MORE out of your CAREER? To land a job you'll love and grow your career, YOUR CAREER Podcast will help you create the career you deserve. You'll gain comprehensive careers guidance and new ideas on how to secure that dream job. Learn how to gain career clarity and career confidence, improve your job interview skills, create a powerful resumé and get LinkedIn tips to help you build your personal brand and attract job opportunities.Jane Jackson is a LinkedIn Top Voice, Career Management C ...
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“Magic Mike” is the Chief Marketing Officer at UseVerb, a brilliant new recruitment platform that is revolutionising the way companies recruit and the way candidates submit their job applications. Mike is also a family man, world traveller and community contributor who has over 20 years experience within the Oil and Gas industry. Interestingly, aft…
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Have you wondered how you can work successfully with your trades? Not so much just ‘on the job’ but so they keep you top of mind for client referrals rather than you continually bringing work to them? I want a share an experience from this week that I’d like you to consider keeping top of mind. Lets discuss! Hey guys its Adam Scougall of the So You…
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In today’s rapidly changing world of work, interim leadership roles are on the rise. What are Interim Executives? In episode 258 of YOUR CAREER PODCAST we why interim leadership roles are on the rise and may be an excellent option for the next step in your career. An interim executive is an experienced, C-Suite level leader recruited to fill a lead…
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Have you wondered how you can create a higher reach than juts plugging away with mood boards and stories on Instagram? Today I want to talk about how you can spread the good word about what you do on other peoples podcasts. Let’s discuss. Hey guys its Adam Scougall of the So You Want To Be An Interior Designer podcast, and welcome to Season 3 and E…
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Hindsight is a powerful concept. If you look up the definition online, it says that it’s ‘the ability to understand and realise something about an event after it has happened, although you did not understand or realize it at the time’ Well today I want tom share 3 things I would do differently if I could turn back the clock in my design biz. Lets h…
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Design biz in a tizz? Take my quiz and get your action plan over adamscougall.com/quiz It’s time for a question. Are you confident enough to speak passionately about what you do? Why not consider doing an event where you speak to your ideal audience? I got two client jobs out of one event and so can you! In today’s episode I want to discuss how you…
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It’s time for a question. Are you confident that your marketing efforts are hitting the mark? Did you know that most solopreneur interior designers I speak with say that their marketing efforts are falling way under the mark? The proof as to why? They don’t have clients. In today’s episode I want to discuss where I think we waste time and where our…
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Let me ask you a question? Have you wondered about Podcasts and what they do for the person who created it? Have you considered starting a podcast? Today I want to walk you through why I did this and 3 reasons you could consider starting a podcast in the near future. Let’s chat! Hey guys its Adam Scougall of the So You Want To Be An Interior Design…
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Let me ask you a question? Do you have a lead magnet currently in your business? What is a lead magnet anyway? A lead magnet is a free, helpful resource that you can offer potential future customers to get them on your email list. Hey guys its Adam Scougall of the So You Want To Be An Interior Designer podcast, and welcome to EPISODE 21. This show …
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Is your new design Biz in a tizz? *Get clarity, and take the quiz over at adamscougall.com/quiz Let me ask you a question? Have you heard a fair bit of discussion about starting an email list and wondered why you need to do this at all? So many designers fail to start an email list, or when they create one, fail to nurture it. Believe me, I have no…
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Have you heard the noise lately about 'niching' down in your Interior Design business? What is a niche anyway? Why do you need to consider this when you love to do so many design styles and want to be available for the majority of people? This week I delve into the idea of finding your 'niche' and give you my thoughts. Is niching down into one area…
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Do you have a less than stellar track record of generating quality business referrals? Does that all elusive 'new client' fail to show up time and time again, even though you have told everybody you know that you are ready to serve? Bring on that next client! if so, you are certainly not alone. The reason we are not getting the right referrals is b…
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In episode 258 of YOUR CAREER Podcast I speak with Geoff Martin who is an inspirational executive HR Leader, Executive and Career Transition Coach who can positively turn any downside, whether business, or personal, into blue sky and value. In this podcast interview we discuss how encephalitis; brain surgery and Geoff’s near-death experience has st…
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Let me ask you a question? Have you been considering getting into the design industry, but worried that you are too old? In today's episode, I want to speak with you about this topic and provide some much needed clarity on the value of starting a design business at a mature age. Hello again! It's Adam Scougall of the So You Want To Be An Interior D…
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Let me ask you a question? Have you always thought that if you secured a client who had a project in a luxury postcode, and they had chosen you as their designer-you had made it? They might have some odd demands, maybe even be a little controlling, but you’re sure you can work through it right? Well maybe you can or maybe you can’t. Let’s discuss s…
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HOW TO NAVIGATE A MID-CAREER CRISIS Are you facing a mid-career crisis? Don’t PANIC! The good news is that there is a FORMULA for career success! In episode 257 of Your Career Podcast we focus on this formula. Firstly, are you STUCK IN A RUT? Have you ever felt stuck in your career? Like you’re not making any progress, or you’re not enjoying your w…
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Let me ask you a question? Have you always thought that you needed to quit your day job to be an interior designer? Have you dreamed of putting enough money away to finally say goodbye to your Corporate life and disappear into the design sunset? Lots of money, great clients and creatively fulfilled? Well in this episode I’m going to tell you 3 reas…
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How you can improve what's going on in your current design career? *Take the quiz over at adamscougall.com/quiz Hey everyone! It’s Adam Scougall of the So You Want to Be an Interior Designer podcast, and welcome to Season 2 and EPISODE 14. This show really is for mid-career aspiring interior design or decorating solopreneurs that need support in bu…
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Hey everyone! It’s Adam Scougall of the So You Want to Be an Interior Designer podcast, and welcome to Season 2 and EPISODE 13. This show really is for mid-career aspiring interior design or decorating solopreneurs that need support in building their own interior design business whilst working 9 to 5. My aim is to help you balance your time and mak…
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When considering your own career journey, it's inspiring to learn from those who have made successful career transitions and reinvented their career. In today's episode we are in conversation with Head of Operations and Human Resources at TryPOD Australia and Enigma HR, Trevor Weeding. In this episode we discuss the challenges candidates experience…
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The future of work and how to land a job in 2024. In episode 255 of Your Career Podcast, let’s take a look at what’s next when it comes to your career. I cover what you must do for your career success in the next 12 months. 🎁 Firstly, a GIFT FOR YOU: Download my Goals Calendar and SMART Goals sheet to to plan for success: 2024 GOALS CALENDAR POSITI…
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*Final episode for 2023 Let me ask you a question? Do you reflect on the year that was? Do you take action to ensure the mistakes aren’t repeated, and that you are geared for absolute success in the new year? Let’s discuss… Today the 3 things are questions you need to ask yourself, so you can enter the new year with self assurance. They may not be …
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How to Future Proof Your Career in 2024! In a recent LinkedIn Livestream, I teamed up with LinkedIn Livestream expert, Gillian Whitney, to discuss how you can Future-Proof Your Career in 2024. In this episode I share the recording of our ‘live’ discussion and you'll benefit from the comments and questions we received from the audience during our se…
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Let me ask you a question? How much energy are you putting into creating income streams that don’t just involve you running after interior design projects? Do you have a backup income stream that you can tap into when things get too quiet? Today I want to break down 5 ways that you could make additional income that don’t involve a design client. He…
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Let me ask you a question? Are you a goal setter? Do you think forward and set out a plan to achieve whatever you want for the next 12 months? I’ve created my goals for 2024, and I want to share with you why it’s important for me to do it and why I encourage you as well. Let’s discuss Hey you its, I’m Adam Scougall of the So You Want to Be an Inter…
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Let me ask you a question? Have you ever engaged the services of a coach? A coach that works with you to create an action plan or bolsters your confidence and enthusiasm to keep going when things are waning? I’ve had many coaches over the last 8 years and I want to share what worked, what didn’t and what I suggest you do if looking for a coach. Hey…
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Let me ask you a question? Do you continue to invest in your learning as an interior designer? If you are still new to the game, have you figured out your marketing strategies, how to charge to make money and perfect the client experience so you get ongoing referrals? My guess is no. In this episode I am going to share what my experience attending …
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Justin Nelson enjoyed a successful real estate career before identifying a big gap in the market. True to his calling, to fill that gap he transitioned into entrepreneurship as the Founder and CEO of Sphere Rocket VA, an industry leading virtual workforce company. Since 2020 Sphere Rocket has placed over 4,000 virtual assistants, serving over 1500 …
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Let me ask you a question? Are you still yet to run your first design or decorating project and are wondering how to do this with confidence? If this is you [or somebody you know] I'm going to help with that today. Hey it’s Adam Scougall of the So You Want To Be An Interior Designer podcast, and welcome to EPISODE 7. This show really is for mid-car…
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Changing career later in life has become a notable trend in Australia, as it has in many other parts of the world, due to a combination of factors. While each individual’s reasons may vary, several common trends and drivers contribute to this phenomenon. I was invited to discuss this on Sunrise on Channel 7 recently, as a career coach and career tr…
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Let me ask you a question? Are you confident and comfortable with your current contract? Perhaps you call it a letter of agreement that’s all good. In today’s episode I want to discuss with you the 5 parts to your contract that you cannot leave out of your agreement. Let’s talk about it. Hey it’s, Adam Scougall of the So You Want To Be An Interior …
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Let me ask you a question? Are you struggling to find interior design clients? As much as you spread the word about your business, posting on Instagram and creating this perception of abundance in your office, you still lay awake at night wondering how the heck you can find new clients . It’s true that 2023 is drawing to a close and we want to cons…
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Let me ask you a question? As an interior designer or decorator, do you know what you should be charging your clients in 2024? In this episode, I’ll discuss with you the high, medium, and low tier and work out where you can confidently fit in in 2024 and after. Who is this show for? This show really is for mid-career aspiring interior design or dec…
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What’s the difference between and Interior Designer and a Decorator? Let me ask you a question? Do you know the difference between and interior designer and a decorator? We discuss 3 questions to ask yourself if you are deciding which way to go here. Welcome to episode , I’m Adam Scougall of the So You Want To Be An Interior Designer podcast, and w…
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Welcome to Episode #2 of ‘So You Want to be an Interior designer’. My aim for the show is really to teach you the thrills, reveal the spills and show you can create an Interior Design career that fits your lifestyle In today’s episode, I’m asking you another critical question- Should you aim for high end clients? In this episode, I focus on the thr…
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Welcome to the very first episode of ‘So You Want to be an Interior designer’. My aim for the show is really to teach you the thrills, reveal the spills and show you can create an Interior Design career that fits your lifestyle In today’s episode, I’m asking you the critical question-Is a design career right for you and how you live? There are a nu…
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Today’s very special guest is Adam Scougall, corporate professional turned Interior Designer who now successfully combines two careers! I’ve had the great pleasure of working with Adam through his career reinventions and delighted that Adam now blends the best of both worlds and has created the satisfying and rewarding career he loves. In episode 2…
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Andrew Seaman is the senior managing news editor for jobs and career development at LinkedIn News and my special guest in episode 250 of Your Career Podcast. Andrew is the editor of the Get Hired and Get Ahead newsletters and the host of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman. Before joining LinkedIn in 2018, he was digital editor at Reuters in New York, whe…
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Lara Quie’s superpower is the power of connection. She connects with people very quickly and helps to connect them with whom they need to be connected. As Head of Business Development for Asia Pacific for a Barristers’ chambers, Twenty Essex in Singapore, Lara helps disputes lawyers find the very best barristers and arbitrators for their cases. She…
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In this exciting episode of Your Career Podcast, anyone who loves to travel and fly business class using frequent flyer points will love this! I had the good fortune to interview Steve Hui who is the Founder & CEO of IFLYFLAT. The most celebrated rewards flight team in Australia. Discover how a redundancy from Macquarie Bank where Steve was Head of…
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If you DON’T love your job. Is that a bad thing? It may be controversial, but perhaps it is OK not to love your job! There is so much focus on following your passion and purpose that I believe that many of us have forgotten that people work to earn money in order to pay their bills. Of course it’s important to enjoy what you do, but if you don’t fe…
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My special guest on Your Career Podcast is two-time LinkedIn Top Voice and Entrepreneur Martin Stark. "Take ownership of fear, venture forward with confidence and resilience" Martin is a leading inspirational speaker and trailblazer who encourages people, teams and organisations to employ courage as a habit, and advises on meaningful inclusion. Fea…
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Are you struggling to get noticed for the great work you do? In this episode of Your Career Podcast, you will learn how to ATTRACT the opportunities for your career or your business that you deserve! Whether you are a job seeker, looking to progress in your career, or a business owner, your PERSONAL BRAND is essential for success. One of the best w…
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Navy Seal Alden Mills shares his career journey with Jane Jackson on Your Career Podcast as he is on a mission to help 100 million people Be Unstoppable. He has over 40 years of experience failing and succeeding in areas including sports, the military, business, nonprofits and community action groups. Alden has learned that success is driven by one…
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Streamed 'live' on LinkedIn, YouTube and Facebook, this episode with @KeepRockingLinkedIn and @janecareercoach highlights the NEW and LITTLE-KNOWN features on LinkedIn that benefit job seekers in a BIG way. Follow Jane on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/janejackson Follow Kevin on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/president In this podcast episode, Jane …
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ABC Radio NSW Drive time interview. As there have been so many redundancies reported in the news recently and concern about the multiple interest rate hikes, people looking for jobs have experienced additional stress. I was invited to discuss how to change careers successfully on ABC Drive with Anna Moulder this week and you can listen to the reply…
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Are you too old to be hired? Do you ever wonder if you’re too old to land another job? Or that your age is a barrier to what you really want to do? Now, those of you who already know me will know I get on my high horse about ageism in the workplace and how I believe we are NEVER TOO OLD to reinvent our careers. Yes, that's right - we are NEVER TOO …
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Unlock the secrets to social success with Sam Lee, the founder of Connect with Confidence. Sam's journey began in the corporate and real estate worlds where he honed his sales skills and rose to the top as a top-performing salesman. But he realised his true calling was to help others discover their own social power. He combines his passions for eve…
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Julie Hyne is an AICI CIP Certified Image Professional and Executive Style Mentor and shares top image and branding tips in episode 239 of Your Career Podcast. Whether you’re unsure about your professional image in person or online, whether you are a business owner, C-Suite executive woman or someone who just wants to revamp their visual image, it …
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You've landed the job! Congratulations! BUT ... do you accept the offer immediately? NO! And I'll tell you why ... With your skills and experience, the fact that you have been offered the job means that they want you. When the offer is on the table, you are in the strongest position to negotiate the offer. Of course you can accept the offer as it s…
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