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Eric Karkovack (830 Articles)

Eric Karkovack is a web designer and WordPress expert with over two decades of experience. You can visit his business site here. He recently started a writing service for WordPress products: WP Product Writeup. He also has an opinion on just about every subject. You can follow his rants on Bluesky @karks.com.
How to Prepare Yourself for a Day of Design Work

How to Prepare Yourself for a Day of Design Work

Preparing yourself mentally and physically for design work, emphasizing the importance of a healthy routine for creativity.

How Improving Efficiency Can Make You a Better Designer

How Improving Efficiency Can Make You a Better Designer

Practical advice to streamline workflow, improve productivity, and communication strategies to help you become a better designer.

The Modern Challenges of Starting a Freelance Web Design Business

The Modern Challenges of Starting a Freelance Web Design Business

As a new freelance designer, how can you thrive in modern times? We take a look at the challenges and how to successfully navigate them.

Advice for Beginners That Are Starting in Web Design

Advice for Beginners That Are Starting in Web Design

Whether you are looking for a professional career or to pick up a new hobby, we will help to guide you towards becoming a web designer.

The Five Inconvenient Truths of Web Design

The Five Inconvenient Truths of Web Design

Unveiling the hard truths about web design, challenging misconceptions, and highlighting the realities of the profession.

The Reasons Why Freelance Web Designers Fail

The Reasons Why Freelance Web Designers Fail

Common reasons why freelance web designers struggle and practical advice for overcoming these challenges to succeed.

The Bad Freelance Habits You Should Avoid

The Bad Freelance Habits You Should Avoid

Bad freelance habits have the potential to wreak havoc. Let’s have a look at what can go wrong and how to fix it.

FOMOOP – Fear of Missing Out on Projects

FOMOOP – Fear of Missing Out on Projects

Addressing the fear of missing out on projects, with strategies for managing workload and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Freelance Design: How Much Work Is Too Much?

Freelance Design: How Much Work Is Too Much?

For freelancers, exploring the fine line between ample work and overcommitment, and how to find the right balance.

Tips for Becoming a Healthier Freelance Designer

Tips for Becoming a Healthier Freelance Designer

Tips for maintaining a healthier lifestyle as a freelancer, emphasizing the balance between work and well-being.

What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

I’ve felt embarrassed when looking through my old projects. But time brings perspective. Eventually, you start to see things in a different light.

How to Identify Your Ideal Web Design Projects

How to Identify Your Ideal Web Design Projects