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Freelance Career

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

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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.

What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

I’ve felt embarrassed when looking through my old projects. But time brings perspective. Eventually, you start to see things in a different light.

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.

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.

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.

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