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How to Pave Your Own Path as a Freelancer

How to Pave Your Own Path as a Freelancer

Individuality is at the very core of freelancing. It’s the need to do things your own way. We take a how you can pave your own path.

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.

Freelancers: How Much Work Is Too Much?

Freelancers: 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.

How to Identify Your Ideal Web Design Projects

How to Identify Your Ideal Web Design Projects

We explore what the ideal web design project looks like and share some tips for positioning your freelance business to find them.

How to Become a Greener Freelancer

How to Become a Greener Freelancer

Tips for freelancers on adopting eco-friendly practices, contributing to a greener and more sustainable industry.

What to Look For in Maintenance-Only Clients

What to Look For in Maintenance-Only Clients

Are you looking for maintenance-only web design clients? Here are some things to consider, along with how to determine your business goals.

Can a Web Designer Be an Entrepreneur?

Can a Web Designer Be an Entrepreneur?

Discussing the potential for web designers to become entrepreneurs, highlighting the skills and mindset needed for success.

How Writing Can Help Your Web Design Career

How Writing Can Help Your Web Design Career

I’ll fill you in on what writing has meant to me as a web designer. Along the way, I’ll share some tips for making the most out of the experience.

The Common Personality Types of the Best Designers

The Common Personality Types of the Best Designers

Identifying common personality traits that the best designers share, and how they contribute to success.

How to Define a Successful Web Design Project

How to Define a Successful Web Design Project

Subjective as it may be, what constitutes a successful web design project? And how do you effectively explain it?

How to Position Yourself as a Web Design Expert

How to Position Yourself as a Web Design Expert

Becoming a web design expert: strategies for honing your skills, staying current with trends, and establishing authority.

How to Deal with the ‘Hurry Up and Wait’ Design Client

How to Deal with the ‘Hurry Up and Wait’ Design Client

Master the art of patience in the design industry with strategies for handling the ‘hurry up and wait’ client dynamic.

The Make People Buy Things Secret For Designers

The Make People Buy Things Secret For Designers

Audacious title, ‘The Make People Buy Things Secret,’ isn’t it? Imagine a single element that any designer – serving clients in any industry – can use to make a target…

5 Things I Wish I’d Known as a Young Web Designer

5 Things I Wish I’d Known as a Young Web Designer

Like most things in life, no career is without its share of challenges and revelations. What’s really amazing is how experience can change our perspective and provide both insight and…

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

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

Guidance for aspiring web designers on how to succeed in the industry through self-education and practical experience.

How to Build a Great Reputation as a Freelancer

How to Build a Great Reputation as a Freelancer

Learn how to create a strong reputation as a freelancer with tips on delivering quality work, effective communication, and networking to attract clients.

Has Web Design Become Too Complex for Freelancers?

Has Web Design Become Too Complex for Freelancers?