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Marketing

9 ways to grow your social media following as a freelance graphic designer

Building and maintaining a social media following as a freelance graphic designer is critical to getting your work seen by potential clients.

By Gary Percival Feb 20, 2022

5 things I wish someone told me before starting freelance

Hey, Congratulations if you have made the decision to pursue freelance graphic design. It’s a fantastic way to support yourself while doing something you enjoy. But before you go, there are five things I wish someone had told me before I took the plunge. They may be able to

By Gary Percival Feb 20, 2022
Why did I decide to start a blog devoted to graphic design?

Writing

Why did I decide to start a blog devoted to graphic design?

At first, I was afraid to establish a graphic design blog.

By Gary Percival Feb 13, 2022
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Freelance

Eight tips for working with a freelance graphic designer

If you're a business owner, small business or entrepreneur, there's a good chance you'll need to hire a freelance graphic designer at some point.

By Gary Percival Feb 6, 2022

6 pointers for creating a freelance graphic designer portfolio that will stand out

Hey, As a freelance graphic designer, you are well aware that one of the most critical tools at your disposal is your portfolio. It is what prospective clients will use to determine whether or not to work with you, so make it stand out. Here are six tips for building

By Gary Percival Feb 6, 2022
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Freelance

How Can Freelance Graphic Designers Improve Business Relationships?

It's critical as a freelance graphic designer to cultivate positive business relationships with your clients. 

By Gary Percival Jan 30, 2022
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Freelance

10 marketing ideas for freelancers and small graphic design businesses

The most critical aspect of owning a graphic design business is being able to provide high-quality graphic design work.

By Gary Percival Jan 23, 2022

How to get your creative juices flowing

Hey, This week marked the fifth anniversary of my Another Poster account on Instagram, where I've posted hundreds of posters, mostly daily. I put up 30 of some of the most popular posters from the past five years as a way to commemorate the occasion. I got a

By Gary Percival Jan 23, 2022
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Design

How do I get better at designing?

This is a frequent question I get from people asking me about how they can improve their graphic design skills.

By Gary Percival Jan 16, 2022
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Freelance

What it's like to be a freelance graphic designer these days?

Freelancing is becoming increasingly popular in graphic design.

By Gary Percival Jan 9, 2022

8 Design Tips for an Effective Poster

Hey, Creating a poster can be challenging. With so much information to convey, the design must be both simple and effective, or the message will fall flat. You must strike a balance between creativity and readability, which is why we'll cover eight poster design tips! 1. Preserve Simplicity:

By Gary Percival Jan 9, 2022
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Productivity

How to Overcome Procrastination in Design

Do you find it difficult to begin a design project?

By Gary Percival Jan 2, 2022
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Design

Is graphic design the right career path for you?

What is design, exactly, and how do you determine if you have what it takes to be a designer?

By Gary Percival Dec 26, 2021
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Productivity

Productivity Tips for Designers

Productivity is a crucial part of being successful in any profession.

By Gary Percival Dec 19, 2021
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Design

Creative Thinking Isn't Just For Artists And Designers—You Can Do It Too!

In education, creativity is one of the most frequently discussed topics.

By Gary Percival Dec 12, 2021

Why I am Passionate about my Job

Hey, Have you ever been bored and unmotivated at work? You’re not alone. It’s easy to get bored at work and feel like you’re just going through the motions. Hope remains! It doesn’t have to be like this. Here are some suggestions for rekindling your job

By Gary Percival Dec 12, 2021
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Welcome to 'Another Blog'—every Sunday, explore posts on freelance life, productivity, and design inspiration from my journey as a designer.

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