Have you got what it takes to grow from freelancer to studio boss?
There may come a time you get too successful as a freelancer and must decide if you prefer sleep, money,…
How to succeed with Google+ Hangouts
Google+ Hangouts have been at the heart of some of the hottest video conferencing technologies since it first debuted as…
5 research mistakes and why you must avoid them
Before you first meet with project stakeholders for a website design or redesign, you’ll want to prepare yourself by researching…
The key to success is a creative brief
It’s a sad fact that the biggest problem freelancers face, is disagreements with a client once a project has started….
Find out if you’re undercharging
One of the hardest parts of starting your business or freelancing is trying to figure out what you should charge….
Why a portfolio is called “your book”
I’ve traveled to many art schools, being asked to review senior student portfolios, and speak on professional practices in the…
5 questions you must ask at the start of every project
Most my clients are focussed on print, so I was super stoked to get my first web design client in…
How designers can prepare for the Winter and Fall
It’s very typical that I experience an increase in clients during the summer months. I mean, business is really booming,…
Why now is the right time to become a UX designer
In recent years, user experience design has become a popular topic in the web design community, with discussions focussing on…
How to invoice clients the right way
Congratulations! You won a job, worked hard to produce a great site, and the client is thrilled with the results….
Sell your domains with Namebox
Namebox is a simple service created by designer Drew Wilson to help you sell your unwanted and/or unused web domains….
6 steps to charging what you’re really worth
Most designers struggle with putting a price on their services. Many end up using a pricing model that leaves them…
How to boost your profit margin with a good brief
Do you cringe at the mention of a “brief”? It’s just a document for clients and “suits,” right? Wrong! A…
How to approach usability testing
In order to deliver a clean, fresh, and — more importantly — effective user interface, usability tests are required. It…
How to design for non-profits
I ought to know a lot about charities and non-profit organizations. My parents are career missionaries; and I grew up…