The Angry Designer A No-Bull Graphic Design Podcast that cuts through industry jargon & nonsense, to help frustrated Graphic Designers survive and thrive.

Ever wondered how top designers stay inspired and on top of their game? The key, to unlocking your full Graphic Design potential, to an endless amount of inspiration, support, and resources isn't a tool or software–it's community.

In this LIVE recording of The Angry Designers Podcast, the duo leave the great white north, and travel over 1500km to Columbus, Georgia for the Creative South Graphic Design Conference.  

With a conference motto of 'Come as Friends, leave as Family', the designers discover:
- what makes Creative South so special
- experience what community actually means 
- the importance it has in a Graphic Designers future

 Joining a Graphic Design Community Could Be the Best Decision of Your Career! United, We Design! 

This episode spins off a Brand new series of Live Event Interviews called, The Angry Designer LIVE, which will run each week along side our regularly scheduled podcasts.



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Ever wonder why some crazy, talented Graphic Designers struggle with their careers while other, less talented Graphic Designers have long, fulfilling and successful careers? 
Is it merely luck, or is it the unwavering commitment to growth that sets them apart?
In the dynamic world of graphic design, talent alone isn't enough.

Join us this week on The Angry Designer Podcast as we dig into why hustling and relentless determination are the true secret ingredients to becoming a successful in Graphic Designer.  In this eye-opening episode, we discuss:

The Talent Myth:
We unpack the dangerous belief that sheer talent is the only path to making it big in graphic design, and why this couldn't be further from the truth.

Reality Check:
How determination, hard work, and constant learning often eclipse raw talent. We dive into what hustle really means for graphic designers, and how it can launch careers to new heights.

Defining Hustle vs. Talent:
Discover the components of hustle that can push your design limits, from skill development to resilience, and why they’re more critical than you think.

The Reputation Riddle:
Is being known for talent or for hustle better for your career? We explore the long-term effects of both reputations in the graphic design industry.

Real-Life Hustlers:
Be inspired by stories of famed hustlers who triumphed over rejection and failure, from Thomas Edison's perseverance to J.K. Rowling's rise from rejection.

Design Icons’ Secrets:
Find out how legends like Paula Scher, Massimo Vignelli, and Milton Glaser hustled their way into design history, and why talent was only part of their success stories.

The Pitfalls of Talent Alone:
Understand the limitations of relying solely on talent and how it can hinder growth, adaptability, and opportunity.

Underdogs & Late Bloomers:
Celebrate the victories of the less naturally gifted who've hustled hard to carve out their place in the design world.

Cultivating the Hustle Mentality:
Get practical tips on developing a hustle mentality to propel your graphic design career forward, from goal setting to building a personal brand.
So, are you ready to hustle your way to the top? Tune in, get inspired, and let's transform your graphic design journey from ordinary to extraordinary! 



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‘Fake it till you make it’ - a phrase we've all heard a million times. But for graphic designers, what does it really mean and is it ethical?

Originally it was about projecting confidence and optimism, even when you're still honing your skills. But in the digital age, could a more literal interpretation - outright pretending to be something you're not - have a place in graphic design?

In this episode of The Angry Designers, the duo cover the direction, this once positive phrase, has now taken in the online world. Sit back and listen as the guys cover:

• unpacking the fake it till you make it matra
• interpretation today of fake it till you make it
• its impact on Graphic Design, New Designers & Seasoned Pros
• when 'faking it' is still ok
• cultivating a culture of authenticity

This episode will make you rethink who calls themselves experts online.
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Are Google fonts a Graphic Designers best friend, or Graphic Design Trap?

On one hand, they provide Graphic Designers with free use of responsive, high quality fonts for use in print or online, with the most open commercial font licenses available. On the other hand...it's Google? A company that hasn't always been known for it's business ethics.

Join The Angry Designers as they debate what is either a Graphic Designers best friend, or worst nightmare: Google Fonts. In this episode, the not-so dynamic duo cover:
- Ridiculous font prices
- Typeface vs Font
- Open source fonts vs paid license
- what's best for the customer

By the end of this episode you will either pledge your allegiance to using Google fonts for Graphic Design - or swear against the tyrannical regime that is Alphabet?


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What would you consider a big opportunity for a Graphic Designer - A new logo? How about that PLUS ongoing brand development, secured future design work,  a big pay day, & long lasting client relationships.

Offering web design services is not what it use to be - and within reach of virtually every single Graphic Designer.

Join The Angry Designers this week as we continue our conversation with the webs most popular Graphic Designer Turned Web Designer, Josh Hall.
From humble beginnings to website rock star success, a successful company acquisition and now successful business coach, Josh has been on an incredible journey that we can’t wait to share. In this episode 2, we chat about:
– How to secure future work as a Graphic Designer
– How to bill for a website
– The technical options you have
– AI and websites
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Can Graphic Designers offer Websites? Do Graphic Designers actually need to learn code, or do they already possess the skills needed to successfully make it offering UX, websites, web strategies,  and Web Design?

Join The Angry Designers this week as we have a conversation with the webs most popular Graphic Designer Turned Web Designer, Josh Hall.

From humble beginnings to super star success as a web designer and business coach, Josh has been on a journey and we can’t wait to share it with you. In this Part 1 of 2, we chat about:
- Josh's journey from Graphic Designer turned Web Designer
- Importance of good design skills for web sites
- The dollars of it all
- No-code websites for Graphic Designers
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