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Learn about the challenges and rewards of a freelance design career and take control of your self-employed professional life.

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Things I’ve Learned From the WordPress Community

Things I’ve Learned From the WordPress Community

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Freelance Design / WordPress

We share a few valuable lessons we’ve learned from the WordPress community. Some may sound basic, but they’ve impacted both our careers and life.

Should a Web Designer Ever Provide Discounts?

Should a Web Designer Ever Provide Discounts?

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Freelance Design

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.

Getting Your Design Work in Front of the Right People

Getting Your Design Work in Front of the Right People

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Freelance Design

Learn proven steps for freelance web designers to position themselves for success and gain an edge in reaching potential clients.

The Battle of Freelance Stability vs. Growth

The Battle of Freelance Stability vs. Growth

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Freelance Design

Is it better to focus on stability or growth for your business? We explore the pros and cons of both approaches and offer tips on finding the right balance.

How To Survive a Nightmare Client

How To Survive a Nightmare Client

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Freelance Design

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.

Ideas for Becoming a Greener Freelancer

Ideas for Becoming a Greener Freelancer

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Freelance Design

Everyone likes to talk about “going green” these days. And there are plenty of good reasons for doing so. Most importantly, it’s the right thing to do for Mother Earth….

Don’t Shortchange Yourself When Inheriting a Website

Don’t Shortchange Yourself When Inheriting a Website

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Freelance Design

Inheriting a website can be overwhelming, but don’t shortchange yourself by not taking full ownership. Learn how to assess, plan, and execute to make it your own.

Tips for Freelance Designers Who Work as a Sub-contractor

Tips for Freelance Designers Who Work as a Sub-contractor

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Freelance Design

Among the core ideas behind freelancing is that you can work with whomever you want. It’s one reason why so many web designers are attracted to this type of business….

Why You Should Include Your Personal Passions in Your Design Work

Why You Should Include Your Personal Passions in Your Design Work

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Freelance Design

Having interesting side projects in your portfolio can help you make the leap from forgettable, all-purpose designer to industry superstar.

Things That Will Scare Your Web Design Clients

Things That Will Scare Your Web Design Clients

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Freelance Design

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….

When Has a Design Client Gone Too Far?

When Has a Design Client Gone Too Far?

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Freelance Design

One of the most difficult parts of being a freelancer is learning how to deal with different types of clients. You’ll run into just about every personality type along the…

The Emotional Rollercoaster of Being a Web Designer

The Emotional Rollercoaster of Being a Web Designer

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Freelance Design
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