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Enjoy a lighter take on the design industry with the Grumpy Designer’s insights. A mix of humor and hard truths for professionals navigating the design world.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Grumpy Designer’s humorous wishlist for life after quarantine, blending personal and professional desires.

There Are Questions Even a Grumpy Designer Can’t Answer

There Are Questions Even a Grumpy Designer Can’t Answer

I am not an advice columnist. Nor am I a mediator, lawyer or even an IT specialist. Like many of you reading this, I’m a web designer. In reality, this…

The Grumpy Designer’s Ode to Troubleshooting

The Grumpy Designer’s Ode to Troubleshooting

Over the years, I’ve had more than one client tell me that I have terrific job security. Why? Because something always breaks. And, even for a client who is pretty…

The Grumpy Designer’s Advice for Avoiding Painful Tasks

The Grumpy Designer’s Advice for Avoiding Painful Tasks

Every job has its highs and lows – web design is no different. For me, I often find my highs when there are opportunities to be creative. Whether it’s through…

The Grumpy Designer’s Guide to April Fool’s Day

The Grumpy Designer’s Guide to April Fool’s Day

The Grumpy Designer’s humorous take on navigating April Fools’ Day in the design and tech industry.

The Grumpy Designer’s Bold Predictions for 2019

The Grumpy Designer’s Bold Predictions for 2019

2019 is upon us and it has me thinking big. And since everyone else out there is telling you what will happen in the new year, I’m going to do…

The Grumpy Designer: Email Is the Worst

The Grumpy Designer: Email Is the Worst

The Grumpy Designer’s perspective on email communication, blending humor with practical advice for managing your inbox.

The Grumpy Designer: Annoying Web Design Marketing Tactics

The Grumpy Designer: Annoying Web Design Marketing Tactics