262: From Stage Fright to Spotlight with Karyn McRae & Helen Lynch

Karyn McRae & Helen Lynch are two of my favourite humans! We’ve known each other in business for nearly 20 years and not only are they razor smart and absolute experts in design, but they’re also hilarious and so kind.

Starting their business after attending university together, they’ve had a relationship spanning 3 decades! After building a successful Interior architecture firm, they moved into online courses in 2021 launching “Renovation Simplified” and launched their podcast, Two Gins In - A Designers Perspective. They’re sought after speakers and in today’s podcast episode they’re sharing how they went from being local experts, to nationwide success.

Karyn McRae and Helen Lynch are the visionary founders of McRae + Lynch Design, a leading interior design firm based in southern Sydney, Australia. With over 15 years of experience, Karyn’s journey began with a focus on architectural drafting, evolving into a successful career in interior design. Helen complements this with her expertise in interior design and drafting, known for her attention to detail and client-focused approach. Together, they blend their skills, creativity, and dedication to create stunning, customized spaces that reflect their clients' unique styles.

In this episode, we learned:

• How Karyn and Helen formed their business partnership during university days.
• Transition from in-person to online business, launching "Renovation Simplified."
• Overcoming fears of public speaking with community support and guidance.
• Making informed choices on what opportunities to pursue, culminating in TV opportunity.
• Leveraging live events, masterclasses, and social media for gradual business growth.

Listen to full episode here

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