25+ free unique business card PSDs
As designers, we sometimes deal with clients who may be on a budget but want a super cool business card,…
The 3 stages of design maturity
I remember being 13 years old and just learning the joys of Photoshop 5 and 6. Looking back, I was…
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…
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….
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…
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…
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…
Self-Motivating Through Creative Blocks
As designers, we need to be creative in order to be successful at our jobs. Coming up with ideas and…