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Design Clients

Learn how to communicate with design clients, set clear expectations, negotiate fees and deadlines, and handle feedback.

How to Calm Down a Panicky Design Client

How to Calm Down a Panicky Design Client

We discuss panicky clients and cover methods that will not only de-escalate their panic but also bring them around to your point of view.

Educating Your Clients About the Importance of Website Accessibility

Educating Your Clients About the Importance of Website Accessibility

Clients need to understand the importance of web accessibility. We’ve created this guide that will allow you to educate your clients.

Why I Think Web Designers Are Underappreciated

Why I Think Web Designers Are Underappreciated

Discover why web designers are the unsung heroes of the digital world. Read about the challenges, creative contributions, and the importance of their work.

Building Websites with the Future in Mind

Building Websites with the Future in Mind

Web design is loaded with existential questions. One of the biggest being: Can I build a website today that will still be relevant in the future?

Should a Web Designer Ever Provide Discounts?

Should a Web Designer Ever Provide Discounts?

Discounting services is not really a good move. But, there are some scenarios where it does make sense to offer a lower price for services.

Things That Will Scare Your Web Design Clients

Things That Will Scare Your Web Design Clients

Dealing with concerned clients can be a challenge for numerous reasons. I liken it to running around with a fire extinguisher, desperately trying to put out blazes large and small….

The Case for Slowing Down the Design Process

The Case for Slowing Down the Design Process

It seems like rushing around in an effort to finish off projects is part of being a freelance designer. Clients have demands and it’s our job to meet them. And,…

How To Survive a Nightmare Client

How To Survive a Nightmare Client

Dealing with a difficult client can be stressful, but with these practical tips and advice, you can survive and even thrive in the face of a nightmare client.

How to Explain to a Client Why Investment in Their Website Is Crucial to Their Success

How to Explain to a Client Why Investment in Their Website Is Crucial to Their Success

Everybody wants to spend as little as possible and get as much as they can. That’s the case whether you’re building a website, buying a car or grabbing a bite…

How Security Is Driving up the Cost of Website Maintenance

How Security Is Driving up the Cost of Website Maintenance

Security’s impact on website maintenance demands its inclusion in our pricing. We examine the challenges and the resulting surge in costs.

How to Be Proactive with Your Web Design Clients

How to Be Proactive with Your Web Design Clients

We talk about it all the time. Being a web designer is about more than just clean code and pretty graphics. There are a number of other roles we play….

How to Not Shortchange Yourself When Inheriting a Website

How to Not Shortchange Yourself When Inheriting a Website