In this episode, we welcome back Adrian Battisby, Vice President of Interior Design at Wynn Design and Development, to discuss his transformative first year moving from a design consultant role to the client side,. Adrian shares the "steep learning curve" of transitioning into a senior corporate leadership position and offers a toolkit of advice for designers looking to make a similar leap in their careers,.Key topics covered in this conversation include:• The Business of Design: How moving to a large-scale corporate environment actually freed Adrian to focus more on core design by offloading studio management tasks like HR, invoicing, and procurement to specialized internal departments,,.• Adapting Communication Styles: The importance of being a "chameleon" in your communication. Adrian explains why you must modify your language—using fast-paced, fact-based "headlines" for the C-suite, operational details for hotel staff, and technical facts for the finance team,,.• Poise and Presence: The role of professional coaching in developing the "white knuckle" confidence required to present multiple high-stakes projects to global executives in a matter of minutes,,.• The Wynn Design Aesthetic: A look into the "maximalist," theatrical, and "more is more" philosophy that defines the Wynn brand, and why it requires a specific type of designer who enjoys "surprise and drama at every turn",.• Leadership Philosophies: Adrian discusses his "servant leadership" style—pushing the team from behind to ensure they have the resources to flourish—and the vital rule of "critique in private, praise in public",.• Strategic Vision vs. The Pivot: Learning to maintain a creative vision while remaining humble enough to pivot 180 degrees when the business requires a change in direction,,.Whether you are an interior designer, architect, or creative professional, this interview provides deep insights into the business acumen and emotional intelligence needed to succeed on the owner/operator side of the industry,,.About the Guest: Adrian Battisby is the VP of Interior Design at Wynn Design and Development. He previously held senior roles at LW Design Group