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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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Tips from a marketing expert on how to sell yourself as a graphic designer

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Success as a graphic designer isn't just about the work itself. You also have to be able to sell yourself, keep up to date with social media, maintain your own website, be your own IT, be your own HR department, network like crazy, and somehow find time to eat and sleep. Probably not."

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Supercharge your creative career: Master essential people skills for success

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock. Conversely, in an industry where collaboration and networking are crucial, being likeable and supportive can significantly boost your success. Be sociable on social media We'll start with a topic that's pretty thorny right now. So, what's the secret to making the best of social media?

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Practical steps creatives can take when freelance work goes quiet

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Short on commissions at the moment? I reach out to my network and see how they are doing," he explains. And it makes my job more social and fun." "After having a little panic that I'll never get any design work again, I'll settle down to catching up on marketing; I'm currently updating my media kits."

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'It's bad, it's gone quiet': how to rescue your freelancing if this is happening to you

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Times are tough for a lot of freelancers out there right now. Once you have that nailed, everything else should follow, from how you write emails to the design of your portfolio website. Whether that's a portfolio, personal branding or whatever, stay true to your values. Future-you will thank you."

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Tips for a Successful Career in Graphic Design Studies

Design Beep

Build a Strong Portfolio A standout portfolio is your best friend in the graphic design industry. Start curating your portfolio early. Think of your portfolio as a constant work in progress. As you grow and evolve as a designer, so should your portfolio. But don’t stop there.

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A helpful guide to marketing for creative freelancers who want to quit Instagram

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock. We've had more than a decade of chasing 'likes' and trying to keep up with the changing social networks. Instagram is still a good visual resource or portfolio for clients, but it's the PR push that has been the most effective.". Consider other social networks where engagement still rocks.

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