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Freelance

What holds us back from reaching our potential?

We all have the potential to be great at what we do.

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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.

Roadside electronic sign reads "EXPECT DELAYS" at night, symbolising a need for change.

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.

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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.

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Freelance

Overcoming fear of failure: the power of showing up

Almost everyone experiences fear of failure at some point in their lives.

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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?

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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?

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Productivity

The signs you're a serial procrastinator

We all know that person.

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Freelance

Warning signs you're about to deal with a difficult customer

Working with clients can be a rewarding experience because it allows you to collaborate on projects that help businesses and individuals achieve their objectives.

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Freelance

Why you shouldn't undervalue your design work

As a freelance graphic designer, illustrator, or student of design, it's important to remember that you have valuable skills and talents.

Design

How to design for clients who are resistant to change

If you're a designer, you know that working with clients can be a challenge.

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Productivity

Why starting small is the best way to get started

When it comes to starting your own business, it can be tempting to go all out and try to create the biggest, most impressive company you can.

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Productivity

The benefits of reading books for productivity

There are numerous strategies to become more productive.

Productivity

Getting a head start on your day by waking up early

Do you find that your days are getting shorter and shorter?

Productivity

Can designers really get more done by working less?

It's no secret that designers are often overworked and struggling to keep up with deadlines.

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Design

Why creativity isn't always a linear process

Do you ever feel like your creativity just isn't flowing the way you want it to?

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