The web designer’s guide to a happier life
Life as a web designer can be insanely busy. We have multiple clients, each making numerous demands on our time….
How to Spot and Avoid Web Copy that Kills Websites
Web designers and developers sacrifice countless hours and sleep sorting out clients’ objectives, audiences’ needs, brand continuity, page layouts, information…
Effective Communication: Getting All You Can Out of What You’ve Got
In a highly competitive business environment, good communication is the engine of success. As a designer, your grasp of the…
7 basics to create a good design brief
There are a number of basic components that any good design brief includes. Getting your clients to include each of…
8 Tips to Boost Your Business Website’s Conversion Rate
There’s a phenomenal focus on generating traffic in the online marketing world. Businesses fight for clicks, stage immensely competitive bidding…
Ethics in the Design Field
Every profession has its own set of ethical guidelines most of its members adhere to. And while the design industry’s…
8 Tips for Freelance Designers to Get Paid Faster
Cash flow is crucial for any business, but especially important for small businesses and freelancers. When you think back to…
Starting A Web Design Business
If you don’t like the idea of working for somebody else and you’re quite attracted to idea of world domination…
What to Ask a Client Before You Start Their Project
We all know the importance of fact-finding before starting any web design project. We can’t really get started on a…
Working as an In House Web Designer
If you want to pursue full-time employment in the web design industry but not in an agency, then chances are…
What to Do When a Client Relationship Goes South
Client relationships almost always start out really well. You’re both excited to be working together, they’re looking forward to a…
14 Essential Utilities for Managing Your Freelance Design Business
While millions of people share the dream of working from home, very few understand its difficulties. From online distractions to…
7 Essential Red Flags to Watch Out for in New Clients
Working with clients is one of the most difficult parts of being a web designer. It’s a challenge which we…
The 7 Heavenly Virtues of Design
No one intends for their business to stagnate. In an attempt to advance their freelance work, many people turn to…
How to Deal With Nightmare Clients
Regardless of how smoothly your business may operate, no one is completely immune to criticism and controversy. With BP’s disastrous…
Charging Per Hour vs. Per Project
If you’re a corporate designer, you don’t have to worry about things like how to bill your clients, as you’re…
15 Bad Habits That Could Kill Your Design Career
Being a designer has never been easy. Working with clients, creative directors, marketing managers and other designers can take a…
10 Ecommerce Design Tips for Increasing Conversions
Sometimes, web stores get too artsy with their designs. Some use flash animations that can slow down the shopper’s browser,…