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How to promote and build your creative business without using social media

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock We examine why creatives are leaving social media, why it's increasingly useless for self-promotion, and some IRL alternatives to get your business up and running again. Digital burnout Recently, we took a deep dive into the question Is social media for self-promotion over?

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The creative's guide to making networking meaningful

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock If networking isn't working for you, it's time to change things up. We all know part of the answer is to get out there more and network. Even if you enjoy meeting new people and chatting about your creative work, networking can often feel inauthentic and superficial.

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Creatives are saying social media is over… so what next?

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock In the week that Meta launches Threads , we ask: can new platforms bring social media back to life? Right now, many of you are saying that's how social media feels. But will these platforms breathe new life into social media? I feel jaded by social media," he says. "On

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How to Download Adobe Spark Free (Now Adobe Express)

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As an amateur, if you want to create stunning graphics for any occasion like weddings, parties, or any other event — you can download Adobe Spark (now called Adobe Express , or formerly Adobe Creative Cloud Express). See our Adobe Creative Cloud discount guide. What is Adobe Spark? What Does Adobe Express Include?

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Is social media for self-promotion over? Creatives reveal their honest thoughts

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock. In 2022, social media increasingly sucks for sharing content and finding work. Have you noticed how different social media feels at the moment? It's perhaps not surprising Alex has seen a lack of involvement in his content because other creatives feel less involved in social media overall.

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The Best Adobe InDesign Alternatives in 2023 (Free & Paid)

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Surfing for Adobe InDesign alternatives ? InDesign is a typesetting and desktop publishing tool developed by Adobe. This industry-standard software has gained in popularity, but it isn’t the perfect choice for everyone we wanted to look at some Adobe InDesign alternatives.

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15 Best Adobe Premiere Pro Alternatives in 2023 (Free & Paid)

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If you’re looking for the best Adobe Premiere Pro alternatives, you are in the right place. First, the pricing plans offered by Adobe are not favorable for long-term usage and are expensive for individual users and freelancers. So, there are some good reasons to check out Adobe Premiere Pro alternatives.

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