Face facts: You’re replaceable, and there’s only 2 things you can do about it
Let’s say that co-owners of a business who know nothing about creating a website (except that they need one) are…
InVision reveals design industry stats
What is a design-driven organization, according to designers? What organizations put a legitimate emphasis on design? Conversely, which industries seem…
6 simple rules for explaining the web to clients
One of our biggest challenges when producing client work is communicating technical information effectively with clients. Many developers in our…
How to attract a never-ending supply of clients
Your business is starving. You’re struggling to get the clients and projects you need to keep your business going. Sometimes,…
Microsoft buys LinkedIn: What it means for designers
On Monday, Microsoft and LinkedIn announced that Microsoft would buy LinkedIn in an all-cash deal for $196 a share, at…
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…
5 clients that will destroy your design business
Have you ever had a customer from hell? The kind of customer who abuses you, spending as little as they…
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…
Opera’s introduces a new power-saving mode, continues the browser war
The last couple of months have been nothing short of groundbreaking for the Opera browser and the company. Two months…
How to find clients who’ll fight for your attention
“How do I get more clients?” It’s a question most freelancers struggle with. It’s tough to attract great clients and…
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…
How to build your portfolio with freelance projects
When I first learned to code, and started looking for freelance web design projects, I felt like I was in…
The moment I realized I wasn’t an “artist”…
…and how it transformed my design career forever. I’m going to share with you one of the most profound moments…
Celebrity culture in web design
Every industry has its heroes and celebrities—well, we web designers don’t have anything like the powerhouse that is Brangelina, and…
Why I quit my dream job in web design
Always do what you love. That’s what they say, right? If you follow your dreams and try to make it…