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,…
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…
7 Ways to Garner Local Clients and Referral Business
It is assumed in the online business, especially in the design field, that most big clients are international. But that…
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…