Deadline Dilemma: Balancing Speed and Quality in Creative Work
When working against a tight deadline, prioritise the most important aspects of the project.
Why Winning a Deal but Losing Respect is a Bad Trade
The cumulative effects of trading respect for short-term wins stagnate careers and creative potential over the years.
From Request to Reality: Why Asking is Key to Unlocking Opportunities
The opportunities we envision frequently become available when requested.
Breaking Free: Why You Shouldn't Let Others Set Your Limits
You do not have to limit yourself to please others.
The Myth of the Perfect Start: Why Modesty Wins in the Long Run
Embrace the power of a humble beginning: Modest starts pave the way for grand achievements through persistence and adaptability
Navigating the Slow Season: Proactive Strategies for Freelancers
Traditionally, the end of the year marks a slow season for freelancers, particularly in fields like graphic design, writing, and other creative arts.
From Passive to Proactive: Shifting Your Freelance Strategy in an Unpredictable Market
The winds of change are indeed blowing—it's time to adjust your freelance sails and navigate the unpredictable waters of the market with confidence and strategy.
Polite vs. Practical: How to Tell Which Feedback Fuels Your Freelance Career
Feedback should make you better, not just make you feel better.
Transitioning from Experimenting to Committing in Your Freelance Career
The freedom to work on a wide variety of jobs is one of the best parts of freelancing.
Why Your Ability to Influence Outcomes Matters in Freelancing
Influence isn't just about convincing people. It's about creating an atmosphere where your ideas are heard, respected, and ultimately acted upon.
Stay Humble, Stay Curious: The Secret Sauce for Thriving in the Freelance World
It's easy to lose your drive and get complacent when work is steady.
Are You Undervaluing Yourself? What Your Rates Might Be Telling Clients
The rates you charge speak volumes about the value you place on your skills, expertise, and time.
Look Beyond the Likes: A Fresh Perspective for Freelancers
The notification chime rings out, and you instinctively grab your phone.
Authentic Connections: Engaging Prospects Without Losing Yourself
As freelancers, graphic designers, and other creatives, we are constantly striving to build meaningful connections with our clients, prospects, and fellow professionals.
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Breaking the Mould: How to Change Your Approach for Different Results
We've all heard the saying, If you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got.
The Myth of Worry: Why Being Relaxed Doesn't Mean You Care Less
In the modern workplace, it has become an unfortunate reflex to mistake anxiety over work for genuine engagement and devotion to one's responsibilities.