Building design success from failure
The longer you work as a designer, the more opportunities you’ll have to look back and say, “What was I…
The simple way to get better at design
Design, by its very nature, is there to be judged. We do it every day—whether it’s our own creation, or…
How to annoy your freelancer
Being a freelancer means that you’ve chosen a different type of lifestyle. If you work at home, then you’re not…
Can web design stand the test of time?
2016 marks my twentieth year as a web designer. While it’s crazy to think that so much time has gone…
5 ways to feel like a design rock star, working as a roadie
There are many reasons to love being a web designer. Personally, my favorite part is the creative process. I love…
Does startup efficiency kill design originality?
Once upon a time, the web was full of crazy ideas. And no, I’m talking about the wide array of…
Web technologies that (thankfully) died
Hard as it is to believe, it’s been over 20 years since the World Wide Web has become a mainstream…
Freelance mistakes you’ll probably make
Working as a freelancer means that your business is all about you. You’re the sole person in charge of making…
The secret to happy clients
Sometimes, being a web designer is more than just creating a beautiful, functional website. You may have to play different…
Do easy projects really exist?
Has anyone ever tried to lure you into doing a project by telling you that it will be “easy”? Or,…
5 things nobody tells you about freelancing
Starting out on your own as a freelancer is exciting. You’re making your talents available to the world, and are…