How to Make a Side Income as a Designer or Developer
A lot of developers I speak to are interested in earning a side income. The extra cash could be a necessity, a comfort or to go on vacation. Regardless of…
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How to Make a Decent Living as a Web Designer
Recently, I had a discussion with a designer in the early stages of their career. They wondered if it was both possible and realistic to earn a comfortable wage ($70k…
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The Bad Freelance Habits You Should Avoid
Bad freelance habits have the potential to wreak havoc. Let’s have a look at what can go wrong and how to fix it.
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When to Point Web Design Clients Towards Third-Party Services
Freelance web designers are often asked to provide clients with a wide array of services. Design, custom development, mobile applications, SEO and social media management all come to mind. And,…
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The Creative Benefits of Taking a Vacation
While I feel very fortunate to have the means to take a modest family vacation most summers, I often have mixed feelings about going (a true first-world problem). If things…
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Are Client Meetings a Thing of the Past?
Throughout the last 10-15 years, many things have changed with regards to how we build websites. Broadband and computing power have brought time-saving efficiency, while coding and markup advancements have…
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Freelancers vs. Design Agencies: A Fair Fight?
In your freelance career, you’ll inevitably run into a situation where you’re bidding against several competitors for a project. That competition may not only include others in the freelance space,…
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5 Things to Look for in a Great Web Design Client
From clear communication to realistic expectations, discover the seven qualities that make a great web design client.
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How to Find Out What a Web Design Client Really Needs
Do you have a client that doesn’t know the process of developing a website? There are some things you can do to help them.
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The 5 Traits of an Ethical Freelance Web Designer
Ethics are often very personal, and what I find acceptable may not sit so well with you and vice-versa. But there are some general traits that most designers can agree on.
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