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We spend a lot of time talking about adding value for clients but how much thought goes into adding value within the studio.
When designers get busy, they hire another designer … designers manage designers. That’s interesting because leadership needs a completely different skillset to designing.
When designers get busy, they hire another designer … designers manage designers. That’s interesting because leadership needs a completely different skillset to designing.
We’re seeing a lot of movement in our creative industry. Factors are varied but many designers are questioning: is this as good as it gets?
Some creatives understand value pricing means upping rates. Billing more for the same work. And if there’s not budget, saying no. But no a lazy response.
The health improvements of designers working a four-day week are known, but also understanding the monetary implications is vital.
We can all lack motivation. Now, more than ever, designers spend many hours working remotely. This article shares how to keep yourself motivated.
Is your business fit for purpose? A fit for purpose business is in the right market at the right time. It has the right pricing structure, the right people in place and systems to make sure your business delivers today and in the future.
You finally get a face-to-face meeting with a client you’ve been stalking. You don’t want to blow it. What should you do; say; pitch?
Many designers aren’t taught how to run a meeting efficiently and effectively and that’s a problem when you need to demonstrate confident management of a project. This article might help.
Managing a creative business is about constant change of direction, overcoming obstacles and reinvention. The skills is keeping clients and employees onside.
New year. Let’s take a fresh look at how you get new business and question, what if clients found you instead of you having to find them?