Things clients say when wanting cheaper work

There’s no doubt that you’ll come across clients who make ridiculous demands. And sure, designers might tell little lies to avoid having to deal with those demands. But what do you do when a client comes to you wanting cheaper work?
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Daniel Swanick
April 17, 2015
HabitsHumourWork & Productivity

Find out how you can appear smart in meetings

Not everyone enjoys meetings. Some see it as a waste of time—where they could be completing their work—while others find it a necessity to keep on top of current projects. However, it can be pretty nerve-racking if you don’t know what’s going on in the…
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Daniel Swanick
April 13, 2015
HumourInfographicWork & Productivity

The 4 elements of a successful creative pitch

When doing a creative pitch, you've only got shot to win your client and ensure they don't reject your idea.
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Daniel Swanick
April 9, 2015
InfographicWork & Productivity

12 tricks to help you appear smart in emails

This infographic teaches us how to sound “important” in our emails.
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Daniel Swanick
March 23, 2015
HumourInfographicTipsWork & Productivity

Price your creative jobs with 5 simple questions

Like most creatives, you’re probably undervaluing the work you do. Maybe it’s because you don’t want to scare off a potential client, you’re trying to compete with other designers, or you’re just not sure how.
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Daniel Swanick
March 4, 2015
TipsWork & Productivity

Infographic: How to have the perfect day at work

How can we make our work days more effective? The details will likely vary depending on your profession and responsibilities, but there are still universal hacks we can all apply.
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Daniel Swanick
March 2, 2015
InfographicTipsWork & Productivity

5 ways to increase your value to your clients

Let’s face it. There are plenty of other designers or businesses out there offering products and services similar your own. So, what makes you different? What makes your clients choose you over all the other options out there?
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Daniel Swanick
February 27, 2015
TipsVideoWork & Productivity

Easy tips on how to write a résumé

You’re a smart job seeker. You know that your résumé is a key part of getting a new job. That’s why you’re taking this time to learn how to write a résumé so you have the best chance of landing an interview and then the…
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Daniel Swanick
February 18, 2015
InfographicTipsWork & Productivity

A beer to help you reach your creative peak

Can beer make you more creative? Research suggests that yes, if you get just drunk enough you can boost brainpower.
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Daniel Swanick
January 29, 2015
Food & BeverageWork & Productivity

Infographic: Which graphic design career suits you?

Are you looking to join the design industry and turn your big ideas into bigger creative? If you’re looking to start a graphic design career, you need to figure out which speciality suits you best.
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Daniel Swanick
January 26, 2015
Graphic DesignInfographicWork & Productivity

Infographic: 34 crucial tips for your next job interview

So you’ve applied for a new job and landed yourself an interview. A job interview can be intimidating; not only are you worried about impressing a potential employer with your skills and experience, but you’re also worried about making rookie mistakes. Now is time to think about your…
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Daniel Swanick
January 20, 2015
InfographicTipsWork & Productivity

Infographic: 15 ways to beat procrastination

Procrastination can strike anyone, but once it gets hold of you, it can be very difficult to remove yourself from its grasp.
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Daniel Swanick
January 12, 2015
InfographicWork & Productivity
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