What Actually Makes a Designer Fully Booked | EP 197

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You can be busy and still feel stuck. That is the uncomfortable truth most designers avoid. In this episode, I break down what actually makes a designer fully booked and why so many talented freelance designers stay busy but unstable. We talk about the difference between random demand and predictable demand, why clarity matters more…

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How to Fix a Design Portfolio That Isn’t Converting | EP 196

Fixing a portfolio

Your portfolio can be beautiful and still fail to convert. I see this all the time with talented designers who are doing great work but attracting the wrong clients or no clients at all. In this episode, I walk through why most design portfolios do not work, what clients are actually looking for when they…

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The $10k Signature Offer for Brand Designers | EP 195

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Being busy is not the same thing as building a sustainable design business. I learned that the hard way. In this episode, I walk you through why offering everything keeps you stuck, how one $10k signature offer can simplify your business, and why brand strategy is the key to staying relevant as a brand and…

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How to Audit Your Design Business Before the New Year | EP 188

Audit your graphic design website

Most design business owners plan for the new year without actually reviewing the one they just had. And that’s a mistake. In this episode, I walk you through how to audit your design business before the new year so you can make smarter, more confident decisions that actually move you forward. Whether you’re a freelance…

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