Megan Daoust

Much of my success has come from staying committed to my goals, advocating for myself along the way, and being willing to do whatever it took to keep moving forward. I have learned to stay focused even when things felt uncertain, to ask questions when I needed guidance, and to trust that persistence and intention would carry me through. Growth is rarely a straight line, and I have come to see setbacks as opportunities to pause, reflect, and move forward with more clarity. Staying true to my vision while being adaptable has allowed me to build a career I love and now shapes the way I help others grow their own businesses.

I have two pieces of career advice that have really guided me over the years. The first comes from my dad, who always said that whatever the situation, it will work out. That advice has helped me push through the difficult parts, knowing there is light at the end of the tunnel. The outcome might not always match my original vision, but there is always an opportunity to learn and grow from the experience.

The second is this: if you have to push too hard to make something work, it may not have been right in the first place. Whether it’s fitting a chair into a design that doesn’t quite fit, or relying on a business process that consistently falls short, sometimes the effort we spend is better invested elsewhere.

Both lessons are really about energy. Focus on moving forward rather than getting caught in unproductive cycles. When you direct your energy toward what truly works, the results are often far greater than you could have imagined.

My advice would be to stay open to where your path may lead. The interior design industry can open more doors than you can see at the beginning, and being willing to explore those opportunities is often what shapes the most meaningful growth.

One of the biggest challenges right now is the abundance of tools available to run a design business. While they can be incredibly beneficial, without intentional integration into a workflow, they often create more complexity than clarity. My work helps designers navigate these tools strategically, so they support the business instead of adding friction.

I value doing work that feels meaningful and engaging, without allowing it to become routine. I’m intentional about keeping my work fresh and evolving. At the same time, I strongly believe in maintaining a healthy work life balance. I don’t see it as a trade-off, but something that can be achieved with focus, intention, and reflection.