Podcast
141 Client Onboarding Process for Brand Designers
Having a solid client onboarding process is critical for success as a brand designer. It’s more than just paperwork – it’s about creating a professional first impression and ensuring every project starts on the right foot. In this episode, I’ll walk you through my step-by-step onboarding process, covering everything from setting expectations to delivering organized…
Read More140 3 Best Ways to Find Freelance Design Clients in 2025
2025 is here, and it’s time to attract the high-paying design clients you’ve been dreaming of. If finding clients has felt overwhelming or inconsistent, I’m sharing three powerful strategies to help you stand out and build a thriving design business this year. These proven methods will help you connect with the right people, showcase your…
Read More139 How I Automated My Design Business and Took a Month Off
Tired of feeling like your design business would collapse if you stepped away for even a week? I’ve been there, and I’m here to tell you it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I automated my branding agency, hired a team I trust, and took an entire month…
Read More138 Your Roadmap to a Profitable 2025 as a Designer
Creating a profitable 2025 starts with setting clear goals, defining your ideal clients, and building systems that support your growth. This episode is your step-by-step roadmap to envision where you want to be by the end of 2025—and build the structure to get there. From revenue planning to refining your service offerings, I’m sharing the…
Read More137 Raise Your Design Rates (Without Losing Clients)
Raising your design rates isn’t just about earning more—it’s about reflecting your expertise and the transformation you bring to clients. In this episode, I share how to approach rate increases confidently, attract high-paying clients, and position yourself as a premium service without fear of losing clients. This is about aligning your fees with the value…
Read MoreHow to Create a Strong Brand for Your Own Design Business
Branding isn’t just for your clients – it’s essential for your design business too. Often, designers overlook their own brand, assuming their work will speak for itself. But a strong brand identity is what sets you apart, attracts clients, and establishes you as a serious professional. In this episode, I share everything you need to…
Read MorePricing Your Design Services Confidently – The Ultimate Guide
Think about it: every time you set a price that genuinely reflects your work’s value, you’re establishing a standard for the clients you want to attract. When I charge $25k for a branding project, I’m not just picking a number—I’m showing clients the level of transformation and expertise I bring. This confidence in pricing doesn’t…
Read MoreHow I Turned My Side Hustle into a Thriving Design Agency
Building a thriving design agency wasn’t easy, but every step was worth it. Years ago, I was grinding 8-5 at a low-paying job, spending my nights turning a side hustle into something more. Fast forward to now: I’m running a successful branding agency with a streamlined team, plus helping designers grow through Aventive Academy. I…
Read MoreFREE Brand Guidelines for Brand Designers – Elevating Your Visual Identity Skills
If you think your job ends after you design the logo, you’re missing out on a huge opportunity. In this episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast, I’m sharing why brand guidelines are essential for brand designers who want to elevate their craft, charge higher rates, and secure more client referrals. I’ll show you how…
Read MoreFrom Zero Leads to Fully Booked: My Client Magnet Method
Ever wondered why some designers seem to have clients flocking to them while others struggle to get a single inquiry? I’ve been there, staring at my inbox and waiting for leads that never came. That was until I discovered the power of my Client Magnet Method, which took me from zero leads to fully booked.…
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