“F*ck you, pay me” – Why contracts are essential for getting paid
A clearly-written contract can save you from being taken advantage of by a dishonest client This great talk by Mike Monteiro (along with his lawyer) highlights several situations where a contract has saved his company from losing out on payment.
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Why quick design isn’t always cheap design
Just because a client tells you a design job “should only take an hour” doesn’t mean you should charge them a lower rate to complete it. Here’s why.
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5 tricks to improve your online portfolio
After looking at quite a lot of other peoples’ portfolios, I’ve compiled 5 ways you can make your own online portfolio just that little bit better.
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What to charge for graphic design work
Working out a fixed price for a design project is easier than you might think. Here’s how I do it.
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Why business cards are essential for freelancers
Business cards aren’t just a quick way of giving someone your contact details. For freelance graphic designers they’re essential. Here’s why you need business cards, and why you need them now
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