The Latest Research for Web Designers, December 2020
2020 has been an interesting year, to say the least. And although I’m sure many of you can’t wait until…
Branding 101: How to Get Your Design Business Online
You’ve named your business. You’ve sorted out the visual branding piece. Now, it’s time to get your business online so…
Branding 101: Creating the Visual Identity for Your Business
There are so many things to think about when first starting a business. What will your business offer? How will…
Branding 101: Choosing the Right Business Name
When starting a new business (or even venturing into the world of freelancing for the first time), there are some…
Who Do Web Designers Really Work For?
It would be way too easy to answer this question with: “Whoever pays your bills.” And, honestly, I don’t think…
When Does Emotional Design Cross a Line?
Designing for emotion in and of itself is not a problem. Websites are bound to elicit an emotional reaction from…
The Latest Research for Web Designers, September 2020
In today’s look at the latest research for web designers, we’re going to look at studies and reports from Payoneer,…
5 Best Free Courses and Resources to Level Up as a Web Designer
I often see freelancers on social media asking what the secret is to working fewer hours, making more money, and…
The Latest Research for Web Designers, August 2020
While a lot of the research for web designers that’s come out this year has to do with COVID-19, we’re…
Is Change Positive for Web Designers?
As a web designer, you’re constantly being bombarded with messages that tell you to acquire new skills, try new tools,…
Why Do Websites Look the Same (And Should We Care)?
If we don’t question this kind of design homogenization, do we put ourselves at risk of perpetuating the same mistakes…
Is it Time to Redesign Your Portfolio?
For many professionals looking for new work opportunities, they know that prospective employers are going to ask for proof of…
5 Tips for Working with Clients When You’re at Home
For those of you working from home right now (willingly or unwillingly), you can’t allow your surroundings to have an…
The Latest Research for Web Designers, April 2020
In today’s roundup of the latest research for web designers, we’re going to look at a variety of topics, from…
How Freelancers Can Stay Positive During the Coronavirus Crisis
There are a lot of negative emotions swirling around right now: fear; stress; frustration; anxiety; depression. And what’s worse is…