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Things That Keep the Grumpy Designer Awake at Night

Things That Keep the Grumpy Designer Awake at Night

Freelance / Web Design

A dive into the web-related issues that keep the Grumpy Designer up at night. Make a cup of coffee and join us on this nerve-wracking journey.

The Grumpy Designer’s Guide to 2024

The Grumpy Designer’s Guide to 2024

Web Design

It’s time for the Grumpy Designer’s annual look at the year ahead. This satirical report is chock-full of useless facts and mindless predictions.

The Grumpy Designer Ponders What It Means To ‘Learn’ AI

The Grumpy Designer Ponders What It Means To ‘Learn’ AI

Web Design

What should web designers be learning about AI? Do we need to learn anything at all? The Grumpy Design has a few unscientific ideas to share with you.

The Grumpy Designer Meets the Outside World (Again)

The Grumpy Designer Meets the Outside World (Again)

Freelance / WordPress

Join the Grumpy Designer as they venture outside, offering a humorous take on the world beyond the screen.

Why the Grumpy Designer Isn’t Sold on the AI Hype Machine

Why the Grumpy Designer Isn’t Sold on the AI Hype Machine

Web Design / WordPress

From understanding the limitations of AI to embracing the creativity of the human mind, the Grumpy Designer shares his thoughts.

The Grumpy Designer’s 2023 Preview

The Grumpy Designer’s 2023 Preview

Web Design

As with years past, my focus will be on things that matter to web designers. It’s all about the notable tools, people, and technology that keep our industry interesting.

The Grumpy Designer Asks: Are You Tired?

The Grumpy Designer Asks: Are You Tired?

Freelance / Web Design

Let’s talk about the pressures we face as freelance web designers, and maybe we’ll find some healthy ways to cope with them.

The Grumpy Designer Takes on WordPress Malware

The Grumpy Designer Takes on WordPress Malware

WordPress

While some professions fade over time, there will always be a need for web designers. Why? Because with each passing year, the job becomes more complex. New responsibilities arrive that…

How to Ensure that the Grumpy Designer Never Buys Your Product

How to Ensure that the Grumpy Designer Never Buys Your Product

Web Design / WordPress

If you’re looking to win this grumpy designer over, you’d better avoid these shady sales tactics and practices.

Why ‘Grumpy Designer’ Is the Only Title I Want

Why ‘Grumpy Designer’ Is the Only Title I Want

Freelance

Let’s stop chasing a particular title or letting ourselves be defined by one. Instead, focus on tangible results.

The Grumpy Designer’s 2022 Preview

The Grumpy Designer’s 2022 Preview

Freelance / Web Design

These aren’t the play-it-safe web design predictions you’ll see elsewhere. They are the boldest of the boldest predictions for 2022.

The Grumpy Designer’s Cure for Massive Expectations

The Grumpy Designer’s Cure for Massive Expectations

Freelance / Web Design

It’s time for web designers to take back control over massive (and unrealistic) expectations. The following is my plan to help you do it.

The Grumpy Designer Wonders: Why Are Clients So Cheap?

The Grumpy Designer Wonders: Why Are Clients So Cheap?

Freelance / Web Design

We discuss cheap clients and how they limit what a designer can accomplish. And, how we can convince them to see the error in their ways.

My Client Made Me Do It: True Tales from the Grumpy Designer

My Client Made Me Do It: True Tales from the Grumpy Designer

UX Design / Web Design

Enjoy humorous and relatable stories from the Grumpy Designer, offering a unique perspective on the design industry.

The Grumpy Designer Looks Ahead to 2021

The Grumpy Designer Looks Ahead to 2021

Freelance / Web Design

Consider this the definitive tongue-in-cheek look at how the new year will impact the web design community.

The Grumpy Designer’s WordPress Plugin Pet Peeves

The Grumpy Designer’s WordPress Plugin Pet Peeves

WordPress

There are a number of plugin behaviors that have become pet peeves over the years. Here are a few of the more egregious – in one grumpy designer’s mind, at least.

Why the Grumpy Designer Will Keep Working from Home, Thank You

Why the Grumpy Designer Will Keep Working from Home, Thank You

Freelance

The Grumpy Designer’s declaration to continue working from home, valuing comfort over office life.

When I Get out of Here: The Grumpy Designer’s Post-Quarantine Bucket List

When I Get out of Here: The Grumpy Designer’s Post-Quarantine Bucket List

Freelance
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