Tag: success
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How to Avoid Procrastination as a Freelance Graphic Designer
You have a project with a deadline that is fast approaching. You know your next paycheck depends on the success of this project but you just aren’t motivated enough to be productive. Instead, you find yourself checking social media, watching videos — everything else except finishing the project. For those who are prone to distractions, […]
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Keeping Up with Design Trends as a Freelance Graphic Designer
As the world of graphic design constantly changes, it can be difficult to keep up to date with the newest design trends. And it’s not just the latest visual styles you have to worry about — even the current tools and software you are using might not be as useful a few months down the […]
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Overcoming Uncertainty as a Freelancer
Being a freelancer is filled with uncertainty. One moment you are earning good income and handling multiple projects, the next you can be in the red due to a lack of clients. However, that doesn’t mean you just accept things as they are. If you can reduce the risks of freelancing and work on overcoming […]
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Avoiding Bad Clients as a Freelance Graphic Designer
Most clients are great to work with — but it’s inevitable that you will meet your fair share of bad clients as a freelance graphic designer. Here are some red flags to look out for so you know which ones to stay away from.
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Finding Success on Reddit as a Freelance Graphic Designer
Reddit is one of the biggest and busiest websites. As of 2015, it had 542 million monthly visitors — a vast market for a freelance graphic designer. The site is organized by area of interest called subreddits. There are subreddits for everything, including ones where designers can find and apply for jobs. So how do […]
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Planning for Success as a Freelance Graphic Designer
As a freelance graphic designer you are considered self-employed and have to take up the challenges of working for yourself. It also means you are basically exchanging time for money, with income based on when a client decides to hire your services — which is a scary prospect, especially if you are used to the […]