Does Diversity in Photos Affect UX?
But let’s be honest: it’s not always easy to find photos that feel inclusive — whether they come from stock…
Metatags 101: A Simple Guide for Designers
And when it comes to using HTML meta tags for SEO, none of us should be messing around. That said,…
How to Decrease Decision Fatigue and Increase Conversions
It sort of feels like our lives are nothing more than an endless string of decision-making, doesn’t it? You go…
Creative Essentials: Professional Tools That Make My Work Better
My name is Suzanne Scacca and I am a tool snob. Before I became a writer, and before I entered…
What’s the Best Way to Share Your Work Online?
Thankfully, you no longer have to rely on a resume to try to communicate how talented you are to others….
Do Design Sprints Work (and Are They Worth It)?
Truth be told, there’s a lot of value that comes from doing design sprints. However, it’s not as simple as…
What’s the Minimum Amount of Security Your Website Needs?
Unfortunately, over half (54%) of the businesses surveyed for the 2018 State of SMB Cybersecurity report believe they’re too small…
Is Medium in a Downward Spiral?
Thinking about doing some blogging for your business? That’s a good idea. Content marketing is one of the best ways…
Are Design Conferences Dead?
Hubspot estimates that a 400-person conference on the level of something like Hustle Con could realistically cost around $20,000 to…
Freelance to Agency: Hiring Your First Employee
Which Roles Do You Need to Fill? This really depends on why you’re hiring someone as well as the direction…
Does Your Choice of Web Host Affect Your Website?
When you design a website for a client, you’re in charge for the most part. You’re the one that’s mastered…
It’s Time to Talk About Testimonials
Word-of-mouth marketing is one of the best ways to get new business — and high-quality business at that. But unless…
Does Your Web Design Business Need a Rebrand?
How long ago did you start your design business or side gig? Three months? Three years? And how long has…
How to Take Your Website Viral
It’s no surprise that some businesses are convinced that all they need is a Facebook page and some awesome paid…
Design Your Website to Sell While You Work
Design work is very time consuming. But it’s not just the labor you put into building websites that takes time…