About this episode
Veere has been recognized numerous times as one of the top interior designers in the world by leading magazines and tastemakers. At the helm of his eponymous firm, Veere has designed interiors across the globe and seen his own homes featured in World of Interiors and Architectural Digest and Vouge, among others. Veere built his career slowly but organically, combining a relentless drive to follow his passions with a strong work ethic and commitment to service. In our conversation, Veere offers timeless and universal insights into how apprenticeship, professionalism, and dedication to craft can weave into a powerful fabric of relationships capable of elevating anyone to the top of their profession.
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“I think what lets you down is a preconceived idea of how you have to be, to be that very thing you would like to be, that's punishment. But being a free spirit but never losing sight of the essence of where you want to be or the world you inhabit, that is what you must never leave.” - Veere Grenney
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Episode Timestamps:
*(02:25) - Why your work should be about service
*(06:51) - Being a free spirit and never losing sight of where you want to be
*(10:02) - Why travel was important for Veere’s personal and professional career
*(15:18) - Planting yourself in an environment that enriches you
*(19:40) - Why the person itself is more important than the qualification
*(21:10) - The importance of an apprenticeship, growing, developing and mastering
*(28:48) - The benefits of having someone who's pragmatic around you
*(31:02) - Being brave and taking the risk
*(38:31) - There is no timeline for success
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Who Got Me Here is brought to you by Connect The Dots, mapping professional relationships so you can find the strongest connections to the people and companies you want to reach. Visit ctd.ai to learn more.
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Links
- Learn more about Veere Grenney Associates
- Connect with Annie Riley
- Learn more about Connect The Dots
- www.caspianstudios.com
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