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A creative resource for designers, makers, and growing brands.
What I Learned From Surveying 100+ Designers: Honest Feedback on My Templates and Business
I asked over 100 designers what they’re struggling with, what tools they use, and what kind of resources actually help—and their answers reshaped my business direction. From pricing struggles to Notion templates and mini-course ideas, here’s what I learned (and what I’m doing next).
Brand Strategy Workshops vs. Questionnaires: How to Guide Clients Through a Strategic Design Process
Work smarter, not harder—here’s how to get the info you need from clients to build strategic brands. This post covers questionnaires, workshops, and tips to confidently guide your clients through the brand-building process.
How to Write a Design Project Proposal That Wins Clients (With Template Tips)
Want to turn more inquiries into paying clients? This post shares the 6 must-have sections in a design project proposal—complete with strategy tips and a downloadable template to help you build yours fast.
Client Offboarding Guide: How to End Projects Professionally and Add Extra Value
A strong client offboarding process helps you end your projects professionally, add value, and keep clients coming back. This guide outlines what to include in your offboarding documents—and why they matter.
What’s Actually Inside a Full Brand Guidelines Document?
See what goes into a full brand guidelines document—from logo use to colour palettes, tone of voice, photography style and more.
How to Create a Client Onboarding Guide That Streamlines Your Design Projects
Set your projects up for success with a strategic onboarding guide. This post covers the key sections to include—like your process, deliverables, tools, and next steps—so your clients feel confident and supported from day one.
Why Every Designer Should Include a Creative Direction in Their Process
A Creative Direction sets the tone for your design work by aligning your client with the visual strategy from the start. Learn how this tool saves time, validates your research and boosts your professionalism.