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Freelance Design

Our authors, freelance designers like you, share their extensive knowledge and experiences. You’ll learn how to get consistent work, manage your time, business and clients, and, most importantly, how to get paid better, and on time.

How Efficiency Makes You a Better Designer

How Efficiency Makes You a Better Designer

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

Jumping Through Hoops for Prospective Web Design Clients

Jumping Through Hoops for Prospective Web Design Clients

You’ll start to spot those red flags for projects and clients you want to avoid. It is about understanding the types of clients you want to work with.

Why Losing a Client Can Be a Positive for Your Business

Why Losing a Client Can Be a Positive for Your Business

Losing a client can feel like a blow to your business, but it can also be an opportunity for growth and self-reflection.

Making the Most of Slow Times at Your Web Design Business

Making the Most of Slow Times at Your Web Design Business

From improving your marketing to diversifying your services, we’ll show you how to navigate those slow times in your web design business.

How to Improve Client Email Communication for Web Designers

How to Improve Client Email Communication for Web Designers

From setting expectations to managing feedback, we’ll show you how to keep your clients informed and engaged throughout the design process.

How to Help Your Clients Master eCommerce

How to Help Your Clients Master eCommerce

We show you how, with a little patience, you can teach clients how to manage their eCommerce websites, and guide them toward success.

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 Ups & Downs of Being a Self-Taught Web Designer

The Ups & Downs of Being a Self-Taught Web Designer

Not so long ago, web design was a brand-new industry. As such, there weren’t many opportunities to get a formal education on its fundamentals. Thus, the most direct path to…

How To Convince Clients To Invest in a Custom Website

How To Convince Clients To Invest in a Custom Website

Learn how to convince your clients that a custom website is worth the investment. Read tips and strategies to help you make a compelling case.

Beyond Design & Development: Skills to Boost Your Career

Beyond Design & Development: Skills to Boost Your Career

To run a successful freelance design business or agency, you will need some skills that don’t directly relate to code or aesthetics.

The Benefits & Dangers of a Designer’s Ego

The Benefits & Dangers of a Designer’s Ego