Creative Biz, Unfiltered
The Myth of the 5-Year Website
You’ve probably heard this one before: “A good website should last you five years.” It’s one of those business myths that sounds comforting—like buying a
You’ve probably heard this one before: “A good website should last you five years.” It’s one of those business myths that sounds comforting—like buying a
When most people think of design, the first thing that comes to mind is making things look amazing – and that’s definitely part of the
Let’s be real: as a small business owner, keeping up with marketing can feel like you’re in a constant juggling act, trying to balance everything
During my time owning a business and serving clients, I have been fascinated by the topic of pricing and rates. So much so, I wrote
Hiring a contractor isn’t the same as managing a full-time employee. Learn the legal, cultural, and operational differences—and how to set both up for success in your business or creative team.
When you’re looking to hire a graphic design contractor, you will be expected to conduct a series of interviews to find the right designer based
Okay friends. We’ve survived a pandemic (sort of), a few record busting recessions, and a number of other “should be once-in-a-lifetime” events and there’s no
If you’ve been in business for more than 30 days, you’ve probably heard of Upwork. Billed as a marketplace for professionals, Upwork is a service
Many times in my design practice, I work with clients who struggle to verbalize how they feel about a certain design or concept. They don’t
This is a series about starting your own graphic design business. If you missed the first part, finding your first graphic design clients, you can