Mary Amons is an accomplished interior designer known for creating timeless, livable spaces. Guided by the belief that design should reflect the people who inhabit it, she blends elegance with authenticity to craft environments that evolve with her clients' lifestyles. Her work balances beauty and function, ensuring every space feels intentional, inspiring, and effortless to live in. Since founding Mary Amons Design in 2009, she has built a notable portfolio spanning luxury residences, commercial projects, and historic landmarks, including The Willard Hotel in Washington, D.C. Her designs for diplomatic embassies and custom homes highlight her ability to merge prestige, history, and modern function. From custom millwork to curated art installations, Mary brings a refined, original point of view to every project. Known for her hands-on approach and meticulous attention to detail, Mary serves as a trusted partner to clients, architects, and contractors alike. Her professionalism and calm guidance ensure a seamless design process. With a passion for excellence and a distinctive creative voice, she continues to shape interiors that are both sophisticated and enduring. Mary had a rare opportunity to be a cast member of Bravo TV's one epic season of "The Real Housewives of DC" and has been a well-known philanthropist as the founder of her charity, "Labels for Love," supporting women's and children's causes in the Washington, DC area since 2006. In this episode, Karen and Mary discuss: Success Story of Mary Commit to Get Leads Build referrals and references with friends and contacts. Show up, build that trust, do a great job, and your work will speak for you. Consult to Sell Keep your client in mind and learn about them during the initial meetings. Get an assessment of them, their desires, and direction, and remember that it isn't all about what you want. Connect to Build and Grow Visualize what you want, then take the steps to put it into motion. What you reach for and visualize, you attract. Success Thinking, Activities, and Vision It's important for young people to listen to people who have been through a lot to save themselves from some of the challenges. Sweet Spot of Success "Success can be yours if you just create the vision, find the opportunities, and have a sense of understanding when things work out when they shouldn't, and trust God and the universe that it's all working out for your good, in your favor." - Mary Amons Connect with Mary Amons: Website: maryamonsdesign.com & cocolocobodycare.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mary-schmidt-amons-0783611 Instagram: instagram.com/maryamonsdesign & instagram.com/maryamons & instagram.com/cocolocobodycare Facebook: facebook.com/maryamonsdesign & facebook.com/mary.amons.9 About the Podcast Join host Karen Briscoe each month to learn how you can achieve success at a higher level by investing just 5 minutes a day! Tune in to hear powerful, inspirational success stories and expert insights from entrepreneurs, business owners, industry leaders, and real estate agents that will transform your business and life. Karen shares a-ha moments that have shaped her career and discusses key concepts from her book Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day: Secrets of a Top Agent Revealed. Here's to your success in business and in life! Connect with Karen Briscoe: Facebook: 5MinuteSuccess Website: 5MinuteSuccess.com Email: Karen@5MinuteSuccess.com 5 Minute Success Links Learn more about Karen's book, Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day Karen also recommends Moira Lethbridge's book "Savvy Woman in 5 Minutes a Day." Subscribe to the 5 Minute Success Podcast Spread the love and share the secrets of 5 Minute Success with your friends and colleagues! Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
