Part-time jobs for creatives that help your business sense
Let’s share a dirty little secret that really isn’t so secret: the economy is bad and it’s impossible to make…
A better project approval process
[Editor’s note: This is a sponsored review for Approval Manager 2012] Getting your designs approved by clients in a timely…
How to guarantee return clients
“Profit in business comes from repeat customers, customers that boast about your project or service, and that bring friends with…
4 reasons you still aren’t successful
There are a lot of articles that will try to tell you what you are doing wrong and how to…
Building your web design all-star team
Web design is a multidisciplinary craft. So why do so many of us try and do everything ourselves? Maybe it’s…
The art of charging more as a freelancer
All freelance designers and developers eventually have to face these ultimate questions; “How much should I charge for my services?…
5 things designers can learn from sports
Right now, we are surrounded by so many great sports leagues. Whether you prefer baseball, basketball, football or even hockey,…
5 reasons why your web design résumé sucks
Hiring a web designer is like sorting packages. Hundreds of applications filter in. Before you can even get to the…
Protecting yourself as a designer
Graphic design is one of those job that everyone needs but whose value perhaps not everyone appreciates. People who don’t…
Stop obsessing over HTML5 and CSS3
As web designers, we all seem obsessed by HTML5 and CSS3 at the moment. Endless posts, tutorials and discussion about…
How to make money from a $3000 website
I don’t believe that the $3000 client is the lost cause we often think they are. Sure, for most agencies,…
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…