Posts by Kady Sandel
Winning High-Ticket Design Clients
Let’s talk about landing those high-ticket design projects that can transform your business. These aren’t just any gigs – they’re the ones that allow you to showcase your design skills and command higher fees. To secure these projects, you need to position yourself as a premium brand, build trust with potential clients, and create compelling…
Read MoreFrom Followers to Design Clients with James Barnard
When was the last time a single social media post changed your life? Ever? Join me on The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast as I sit down with James Barnard, an award-winning logo designer, design educator, and the creative mind behind Barnard.co. James has an incredible story of how one viral TikTok post skyrocketed his career,…
Read MoreStop The Endless Client Emails With This FREE Client Portal
This client portal changed absolutely everything in my design business. Fewer revisions, fewer emails, fewer questions. It’s all in one spot. Clients don’t ask us to resend the final files, they don’t ask about the timeline, they know exactly when they should pay next, and they are not asking for revisions via email. All the…
Read MoreWho Pays the Fees: Designer or Client?
Who pays the processing fees? How about taxes? Designer or Client? In this episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast, we are revealing something that many designers don’t handle correctly. It’s definitely something that your clients can choose not to hire you for or hire you for. I’ve been freelancing and running my design agency…
Read MoreHooking Potential Design Clients with Quizzes
Have you ever thought about creating a quiz as a designer? No, I’m not talking about designing it, but using it in a way that will help you GET CLIENTS! Yes, it works. In today’s episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast, we are talking with Josh Haynam, the CEO and creator of Interact. Interact…
Read MoreLanding a $29,000 Branding Project – How Long It Takes
Ever wondered how long it takes to land high-paying clients? You’ll be surprised, I promise. Welcome! In this episode, I walk you through every single step I had to take to land my $29,000 branding and web design clients. While this is just one example, the majority of my clients are in the five-figure range,…
Read MoreRevisions and Client Feedback Are Not a Bad Thing
In today’s episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer podcast, we’re talking about design revisions. Throughout this episode, you’ll learn how to embrace revisions as a natural part of the creative process, communicate effectively with clients to minimize misunderstandings, and educate clients on the value of your designs. By the end of our discussion, you’ll have…
Read MoreWhen Design Clients Are MIA – Tips for Navigating Slow Seasons
No clients? No problem! Join me as I share invaluable insights and strategies for navigating those challenging times when clients seem to be nowhere in sight. In this episode, I’ll guide you through practical steps to not just survive but thrive during these downtimes. You’ll learn how to revamp your portfolio to attract new clients,…
Read MoreTransforming Leads into High-Quality Design Clients with Josh Hall
Every designer grapples with challenging clients—it’s an inevitable part of the journey. We’ve all been there, facing clients who may not align with our vision or approach. But what defines a “bad” client? Is it the low-paying ones, the ones who seem to micromanage every detail, or perhaps the ones who reach out for minor…
Read MoreWorking With Fortune 500 Companies and Securing $100K Branding Deals With Kyle Courtright
Welcome to another episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast! In this episode, we’re excited to have Kyle Courtright joining us. Kyle, a visionary who rejected the traditional 9-5 grind, has been making waves in the freelancing world. His impressive client roster includes big names such as PayPal, Toyota, Chipotle, Walmart, NVIDIA, NFL, NBA, and…
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