Episode #135: Top 11 Creative Business Books for Designers

Find out what books are on my list of top creative business books for freelance graphic designers to help you with starting your own business, sales and marketing, getting clients, positioning, pricing and profit, confidence, mindset and more.

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Episode #132: The Talent, Not the Tool With Don Bolognese

Renowned artist/illustrator/painter Don Bolognese joins me to talk about how it’s the designer’s talent—not the tool—that’s vital for a successful creative career. He shares interesting stories and insights from his 67-year career and how it evolved over time with changes in technology.

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Episode #127: What Questions Should a Graphic Designer Ask a Client?

By screening prospects and asking strategic questions, designers change the conversation from design to problem solving, get more respect and increase the perceived value of their work. Find out what questions a graphic designer should ask a client.

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Episode #123: Automate Business Tasks With Funnels—With Dominique Falla

Did you get into freelancing to focus on design, not business tasks? Do you sometimes dread all the administrative tasks you have to deal with as a freelancer? Hear from Dominique Falla how creatives can spend less time on the tasks they don't like and more on what they do like.

Automate Business Tasks With Funnels—With Dominique Falla: Read or Listen

Episode #119: How to Start a Freelance Graphic Design Business: Complete Guide

Looking to work for yourself as a graphic designer? Find out how to start a freelance graphic design business, including what to think about with your branding, business type, insurance, financial considerations, networking and marketing, and more.

How to Start a Freelance Graphic Design Business: Complete Guide: Read or Listen

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