Let's dive into the reality of making money as a designer. Passion drives us, but bills demand us, especially during unexpected setbacks. Picture this: me losing my high-paying, full-time Creative Director job just 4 days after my daughter's birth! Scary, right? Well, that happened to me. In this episode, I reveal 5 invaluable money lessons I learned firsthand—from being in control of your finances to avoiding scams to diversifying revenue streams. It's authentic financial tips every designer...

Are you making these deadly mistakes on your website that are driving away your customers and clients? If you're not sure, then this episode is for you. Today I'm pulling back the curtain to expose these deadly mistakes that are costing you money and driving away potential customers. And, I'll also tell you how to fix each one so that you can make your website 10x better! Sit back, take notes, and let's dive in! Download the free pdf guide here: https://bit.ly/44JASCp EPISODE OUTLINE: 0:00 -...

I break down my 14-year career journey, and how much money I earned at each design job. CHAPTERS 0:00 - How I got started 1:38 - Breakdown of each job 6:12 - Tips for working design jobs 7:04 - What you need to succeed as a designer 7:43 - Final thoughts This podcast is a production of Twelve17 Media.

What if I told you there's a secret sauce to making money as a web designer and having WEALTH? …that you never have to stress over paying your bills or finding your next client. In this episode, uncover my 8 EXPLOSIVE money-making strategies for web designers that’ll lead to a long profitable career. Learn from a fellow designer who's been there and cracked the money code. Unleash your inner design G.O.A.T. and make 2024 your most profitable year yet! CHAPTERS: 2:33 - Have a job 4:05 - Move...

In this video, I share my reasons and experiences that ultimately led to me deciding to quit attending church. I appreciate you stopping by my corner of the world! *Like the video if you can relate. *Ask me a question or share your experience in the comments for me to reply to. *Subscribe to my channel for more content that is relatable and authentic from spirituality, relationships, and life!

Wanna make 6 figures as a graphic designer? In this video I break down the entire framework. For free. On this show I teach you the art and business of GETTING THE BAG as a designer. There’s a lot of money out there, but you just gotta know how to position yourself to win. Watch this episode and learn my top 5 ways to earn 6 figures as a graphic designer. Clue: it starts with the right mindset. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 2:20 - Do you NEED 6 figures? 2:50 - How do you think about...

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Building a personal brand as a graphic designer is CRUCIAL in 2024. This episode dives deep into the world of personal branding with "The 4 Ps." Think of it as your brand's secret recipe – Product, Process, Position, and Presentation. I'll walk you through each step of defining your products & services, nailing down your business processes, crafting your messaging, and presenting yourself like a pro online. This ain’t your typical graphic design or branding 101 episode – the 4 Ps are your...

Your website ain't just a bunch of pixels and code–it's the front door of your business and it's gotta be on point! In this episode, I discuss how a bad website design will harm your personal brand, business and reputation. I also talk about if you still need a website, the importance of staying current with web design trends, the challenges posed by outdated and amateur websites, and the blessing and curse of DIY website builders. Your brand deserves the best online presence, and so do...