Business
7 quick tips to grow your business without spending lots of money
A lot of us in the creative workforce start our businesses by bootstrapping. Whether you want a side gig that pays for some fun “extras”… Read More
32 Articles Tagged Getting more clients
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 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
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
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
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
4 reasons networking hasn’t won you freelance clients (and how you can fix that)
Networking is usually pretty “all or nothing.” Either someone avoids it like Comic Sans, or they put their all into it. And when someone doesn’t… Read More
Design
How to pitch your design as a freelancer
Creatives have different tips and tricks for pitching a design to a client. While a list of the do’s and don’ts would be nice, most… Read More
Business
You’ve lost your biggest client. Now what?
Losing your biggest client is downright terrifying, but it’s important to focus on how you’ll keep working. We all have different… Read More
Development, Marketing
How to breathe new life into your Google search results with rich snippets
How do you want your website to appear in search results? In one option, it appears with an image, customer reviews, and star ratings. For… Read More
Business, Design
Four components of beautiful leave-behinds
When you take a meeting with a potential new client, you have anywhere between 30 minutes and an hour to impress them. In that time,… Read More
Business
How to seal the deal with a new client
Whether you’re freelancing on your own or working with a larger organization, one thing you’ll need to be able to do if you’re going to… Read More
Business
5 foolproof ways to attract better clients
Are you familiar with the triple constraint? It’s a project management term that deals with the three restrictions on any project: time, cost, and quality… Read More
Business
5 key elements of a strong client testimonial
As a freelancer, one of the most effective ways to sell yourself to new clients is to allow your old clients to do… Read More
Business
Why properly setting expectations is crucial in any business relationship
At some point in their careers, most creative professionals have to relay bad news or project updates to their team, boss, or clients. Many people… Read More
Business
When and how to drop a client
Here’s a scenario that may sound familiar: You’ve got a great project with an exciting new client. You agree on the project scope, you get… Read More
Business
What I’ve learned from pitching to hundreds of clients
Most designers, marketers, and strategists dream of winning their first big client. They’ve had great luck attracting small businesses at the $5k – $10k range,… Read More
Business
Land bigger and better clients: 3 agencies share how
What does a big client look like to you? If you ask that question to five creatives in the same industry, you’ll likely get very… Read More
Business
How (and how not) to feature client testimonials on your website
Featuring client testimonials on your website is a powerful way to give potential clients a boost of confidence when they’re considering hiring you. In fact,… Read More
Business
6 ways to fix your mindset as a freelancer
Earlier this year, my freelance business felt stuck. It was doing well, but stressing me out, not making me happy, and I knew I was… Read More
Marketing
The client-converting portfolio: 17-point checklist
There are primarily two philosophies regarding portfolios I’ve seen among agencies and freelancers in my experience over the last decade. First are agencies who have… Read More
Business
How to get 10 new freelance clients in 30 days (or less)
I was recently on a coaching call with a freelancer who seemed to have everything together. Her business was humming along, she had regular work,… Read More
Business
4 ways web designers can use digital marketing to find more clients
As a web designer, you shouldn’t only have the eyes and the talent to build an aesthetically pleasing website, but also the intention to rev… Read More
Business
The best ways to keep your clients happy and returning for more work
As a web designer, your job is to design websites that are beautiful to behold, functional to use, and that fit the needs and requirements… Read More
Business
Agency Spotlight: How Buzzworthy scaled from 1 to 200+ clients
Buzzworthy Studio is a Brooklyn-based creative studio that specializes in “Digitally Native Brands.” They’ve worked with businesses ranging from… Read More
Marketing
Behind the scenes of the marketing campaign for Flywheel’s Fly July sale
For the past four years, Flywheel has launched a summer sale called Fly July featuring 3 months free on any new annual hosting plan. Read More
Business
The best tips for dealing with difficult clients
As web designers, we want to love all our clients. That’s what figuring out your ideal client is all about, right? Doing… Read More
Business
4 easy ways to make more money as a freelancer
Looking for a few easy ways to make more money as a freelancer? We’ve compiled a few tips to help you grow your business, increase… Read More
Business
How to quote your design clients
Every new creative experiences that familiar wall that sometimes keeps them from moving forward with a project – coming up with a decent quote… Read More
Business
How to start your dream design agency
Whether you’re working for a company that someone else started or running a solo design business, starting your own design studio is a big… Read More