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How to find new leads with higher budgets
There comes a time in every freelancer’s life when they sit down and ask this question: Where can I find… Read More
Business
How to package your services to upsell clients
If you’re ready to grow your business and increase profits, there are a few ways you can go about it, no matter what type of… Read More
Business
3 subtle but success-stifling mistakes every freelance designer makes (and how to avoid them!)
Nobody likes making mistakes. Sure, there’s that whole “fail faster” thing where you convince yourself that failure is a good thing because you can grow… Read More
Business
When and how to raise prices for your web design business
Determining when to raise prices for your web design business can be a truly difficult task for a number of reasons. First, there’s fear (completely… Read More
Business
How to ask clients for referrals
Referrals are just one of the many keys that contribute to your business growth. No matter if you’re working in landscaping, real estate, or web… Read More
Business
4 ways to think more creatively every day
When you work in a creative industry, there’s an expectation that your creativity switch is always set to “on.” But ask any designer, and they’ll… Read More
Business
10 ways to stay positive as a creative professional
Let’s face it—working in the creative industry is challenging. Whether you run a freelance business or work for an agency, there are a lot of… Read More
Business
How to create a resources page (and earn extra $$$ from it!)
A resource page is the best way to promote the services and products you use and love in your own business. If there’s a tool… Read More
Business
18 unique ways agencies are finding design clients
The way agencies find clients has evolved. They’re no longer just mailing and networking; they’re trying new methods of outreach madness. Whether you work for… Read More
Business
How to sell your clients on managed WordPress hosting
You know the value of managed WordPress hosting, but all too often, your client doesn’t. And when you’re trying to wrap up a web design… Read More
Business, Design
3 underrated habits of highly successful designers
Being a designer is about so much more than just knowing how to maneuver the latest and greatest design programs. To be successful in the… Read More
Business
The best advice for transitioning to a new niche business
You’re bored. You’re restless. You’ve grown. You’ve found some greener grass somewhere else. For whatever reason, you look at your pipeline and you kind of… Read More
Business
How Feast Design Co. chose their niche (and why you should, too!)
A few years ago, I met a public relations guru in Chicago who was just starting out at her own firm. Like most people in… Read More
Business, Marketing
Simple SEO tips for WordPress eCommerce sites
It’s already time for you to start prepping your WordPress eCommerce site for maximum SEO potential, because the summer holidays are here! First off, you’ve… Read More
Business, Development
10 eCommerce trends to watch in 2022
In a saturated online market, starting or optimizing an existing eCommerce business can be overwhelming. To maintain your relevance, your SERP rankings, and your sanity,… Read More
Business
Tips for creating a great eCommerce experience
The web has transformed the way we shop. It’s also increased competition, which is a bonus for shoppers seeking a bargain but can prove a… Read More
Business
How to regroup and rebound after losing a major client
How many times a week does a freelancer hear or read the phrase “feast or famine?” Other than “do what you love,” it’s probably the… Read More
Business
The benefits of a value-based pricing strategy
Web development is huge in the freelancing world right now, and it pays. But if you’re not careful, you can easily sell yourself short. Sure,… Read More
Business
How to optimize a blog for your business
Content marketing is the most significant inbound marketing strategy businesses should invest in. It lets you boost your visibility in the SEPRs, position yourself as… Read More
Business
7 metrics that matter most for your content
When it comes to content, there’s one step that’s often overlooked, but it’s the most pertinent to any marketing organization: the metrics. The metrics, or… Read More
Business
Creating layers of customer support
Shrek taught us that ogres are like onions, but what he forgot to mention is that your customer support strategy is also a lot like… Read More
Business
When a working relationship goes bad: How to fire a client (nicely)
Sometimes, you’ll find yourself doing work for a client that just doesn’t quite see eye to eye with you. No matter what you produce, the… Read More
Business
5 tips to help your clients (and you) have an awesome project
You and I both know a simple truth—the success of a project depends heavily on the client. Problematic projects often result not from personality clashes,… Read More
Business
To create a happier design team, turn your UX design process inward
Your people are not your products. They’re the geniuses behind your product. True, sometimes the products themselves are amazing, like Apple iPhones or Nike sneakers. Read More
Business
How to get better client feedback
As designers and developers, our jobs get a lot easier when we receive clear and organized feedback. One-word answers and vague critiques are kryptonite to… Read More
Business, Development
5 A/B tests every web designer should build into their process
A new motto I’ve adopted as a freelance service provider is to give my clients “the Disney experience.” I’m all about delivering great results in… Read More
Business
11 ways to design a “Contact us” page that converts
Your website is one of the most important marketing and branding tools for your business, so devoting time and money making it gorgeous to look… Read More
Business
Travel is beneficial for designers
Who doesn’t love traveling? But as a designer, maybe it’s time to consider that travel isn’t only relaxing, it can also offer some significant benefits… Read More
Business
How to get content from clients on time to keep projects moving
“At my agency, every single project was held up because of content.” This quote came from a conversation with a lady that ran a small… Read More
Business
12 ways to get more from a virtual conference
Virtual conferences boomed during the early months of the pandemic, and more than two years later, virtual attendance is showing no signs of slowing. That’s… Read More