Freelance
Why quitting is not necessarily a bad thing
I'm sure you've all heard the saying, "A quitter never wins, and a winner never quits."
Being Boring is Good for You
Hey, Recently, I was having a conversation with a friend about how we've both been feeling really busy and overwhelmed. We were both talking about how we need to cut back on our commitments and just take some time for ourselves. And then he said something that really
Productivity
The Power of Positive Thinking: How to Change Negative Patterns in Your Life
Every one of us has patterns in our lives.
Freelance
What holds us back from reaching our potential?
We all have the potential to be great at what we do.
What to do when your weaknesses are getting in the way of your success
Hey We all have weaknesses. Some of us are great at creative problem-solving but not so great at time management. Others of us are incredible at networking but not so great at asking for help. No matter what our individual strengths and weaknesses may be, there's one thing
Freelance
How giving more can actually help you get more in return.
As a freelance graphic designer, you know that it's important to put your best effort into every project.
Design
When to know it's time to move on from a creative idea
There will come a time when you're working on a creative project and you'll hit a roadblock.
The Independent Designer: Why It's Important to Be Both Independent and Interdependent
Hey, In today's economy, it's more important than ever for designers to be both independent and interdependent. On the one hand, you need to be able to work independently in order to be a successful freelancer or entrepreneur. But on the other hand, you also need
Freelance
Why old clients are important and how to reconnect with them
As a graphic designer, illustrator, or student, you know that it's important to maintain good relationships with your clients.
What Is the Difference Between Efficiency and Effectiveness (And How Does It Affect You)?
Hey, If you're like most people, you probably think of these two words as synonyms. But in the business world, they actually have very different meanings. Keep reading to learn more about the difference between efficiency and effectiveness and how understanding this distinction can help you be more
Freelance
Overcoming fear of failure: the power of showing up
Almost everyone experiences fear of failure at some point in their lives.
Freelance
How to sell your design vision to clients
Do you feel like you have a great design vision but clients just don't get it?
Productivity
How to use the Eisenhower Matrix to achieve more in your work
Are you feeling overwhelmed with all the things you need to do?
How to negotiate higher design fees with confidence
Hey, Are you a designer who feels undervalued and doesn't feel like you're getting paid what you're worth? Do you sometimes feel like you must accept whatever job offer comes your way because you're not confident in your ability to negotiate higher
Productivity
The signs you're a serial procrastinator
We all know that person.
The power of positive word-of-mouth referrals
Hey, As a graphic designer, illustrator, or student, you know the importance of strong portfolio pieces. But what if you could get even more exposure for your work without having to spend a penny? It turns out that word-of-mouth referrals can be one of the most powerful (and free) marketing