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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.

In Web Design, Easier Doesn’t Always Mean Better

In Web Design, Easier Doesn’t Always Mean Better

You can find solutions that make web design easier and cost-effective. However, it takes careful scrutiny to determine if that truly is the case.

Conquering Fear to Become a Better Designer

Conquering Fear to Become a Better Designer

Web design requires us to constantly juggle multiple projects and responsibilities. That can lead to fear and second-guessing.

How to Create Manageable Web Project Cost Estimates

How to Create Manageable Web Project Cost Estimates

Creating accurate and manageable cost estimates for web projects, ensuring transparency and client satisfaction.

How to Balance Client Needs vs. Your Portfolio

How to Balance Client Needs vs. Your Portfolio

Sometimes we add bells & whistles to a web project for the wrong reasons. Sure, they can enhance our portfolios, but they may not have a positive impact elsewhere.

Being a Freelance Web Designer Isn’t for Everyone

Being a Freelance Web Designer Isn’t for Everyone

So often, I write about the details and observations I’ve had while running a freelance web design business. It seems like so many web designers have taken this path that…

How to Make Wise Investments in Your Design Business

How to Make Wise Investments in Your Design Business

We take a look at those web design business items that you might be tempted to purchase, whether they’re worth it or not.

What Does It Cost to Run a Freelance Web Design Business?

What Does It Cost to Run a Freelance Web Design Business?

Breaking down the costs associated with running a freelance web design business, from tools to marketing.

Understanding Your Worth as a Freelancer

Understanding Your Worth as a Freelancer

Understanding and asserting the value of your work as a freelancer, crucial for setting rates and negotiating with clients.

Like It or Not, Being a Freelancer Means Making Decisions

Like It or Not, Being a Freelancer Means Making Decisions

We talk about some of the important decisions you’ll need to make as a freelancer and share some tips for making the right choices.

The Perils of Being a Responsible Web Designer

The Perils of Being a Responsible Web Designer

The challenges of being a responsible web designer, focusing on ethics, accessibility, and user privacy.

How to Get the Design Clients You Deserve

How to Get the Design Clients You Deserve

Nothing’s more frustrating than not getting clients. You know your designs are good. You write really concise and sharp emails. Your people skills are impeccable. Yet no matter what you…

Discovering the Freedoms of Freelance Design

Discovering the Freedoms of Freelance Design