Back in 2017, I made $60,000 in freelance revenue and by 2018, I had doubled it, making over $120,000 in revenue – solely from my freelance graphic design business. The number one way I did this was FINALLY outsourcing tasks in my business.
Read MoreThe number one thing that self-taught designers get wrong about graphic design? That their main goal is to make things look pretty. Here’s what you should focus on instead to create better graphics and more effective results for your clients.
Read MoreI’m all for making design more accessible, but the problem with Canva is that it limits the value you can provide to your client (which also limits the amount you can charge them!). So today I want to share a few things you can do to quit relying on the same overused Canva templates that are all over Instagram.
Read MoreAs a designer, your portfolio is your resume, and it’s the number one reason why you will – or won’t – book jobs. Here are the top five reasons why your portfolio isn’t closing the deal!
Read MoreYour graphic design portfolio is your most powerful tool when it comes to booking clients and projects that you love – but only if you follow this one simple rule!
Read MoreThe Adobe Creative Suite is the industry standard for design software. But which one of Adobe’s 30+ programs is the best replacement for Canva?
Read MoreIf you’re new to design, you’ve probably dabbled in web-based designs programs like Canva. If you’re ready to step it up a notch (and maybe even make this your full-time career), you need to be using more professional software! To help you understand the difference between these beginner programs and top-tier design applications, I’ve put together a list of the top four benefits of switching from Canva to Illustrator!
Read MoreIf you really want to increase your worth as a VA, one of the best things you can do is choose an area of expertise to specialize in. Here’s what you need to know to specialize in graphic design as a virtual assistant!
Read MoreIf you're serious about a career in design, you need to be using Adobe. It’s not that Canva is bad, it’s just that Adobe gives you a lot more functionality and enables you to create higher quality work — which also means you can charge more money!
Read MoreWhen I first started freelancing, I didn’t have a lot or resources or anyone I could ask for help. Looking back, there are so many things I would have done differently. So today I’m sharing the top five mistakes I made in my first year freelancing — and how you can learn from them!
Read MoreThe thing about booking clients is that it doesn't have to be hard, but it does require a strategy. Here’s how I was able to book consistent freelance clients and hit that coveted six-figure mark!
It’s hard to know where to start building a graphic design portfolio when you don’t have much design experience. Here are 4 ways to build a design portfolio you love so you can book your dream clients!
Read MoreYour portfolio can make or break your success as a graphic designer – it’s essentially your graphic design resume. So before you start sending your work to potential employers, make sure you’re not making these common portfolio mistakes!
Read MoreThere’s no doubt that cursive fonts are one of the most popular trends in typography right now. And it’s not hard to see why! Check out my top 5 tips for effectively using cursive fonts in your designs.
Fonts are one of the most important tools in any designer’s toolkit. The right typeface can completely change the look and feel of a project, so today I’m going to walk you through how to download, install, and organize your commercial free fonts.
Read MoreI needed to revamp and elevate my brand, starting with my logo! This is part two of a series about how I split my graphic design business into two and re-designed my logo, brand identity, and website to fit my new freelance business model.
Read MoreI hadn’t revamped by brand in over 5 years and it was definitely time to do so. This is part one of a series about how I split my graphic design business into two and re-designed my logo, brand identity, and website to fit my new freelance business model.
Read MoreAlthough there are tons of free fonts on the internet, I make an effort to find high-quality yet affordable fonts to design my graphics. Here’s why I recommend you do the same!
Read MoreIn the last video, we talked a little bit about how to choose and use your color palette on your website. But today we are going even deeper and giving you even more tips and tricks to keep your website looking clean, professional, and right on brand.
Read MoreAs promised, I’m back at it with the blog— and to kick things off, I’m doing something I think you’ll be big fans of: a video collab series all about branding your website!
So the other day I sat down with Squarespace Designer, SEO Expert, and my #onlinebizbestie, Charlotte O’Hara, to talk all about 4 of the most important branding elements for your website.
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