Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock When clients ask you to graft for nothing in return for "exposure", be very wary. It's a great time to be a creative freelancer. However, when you start out as an independent, those opportunities can seem distant and elusive. We explain the downside of working for free.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Credit: Willrow Hood - stock.adobe.com You don't just need technical skills to succeed in the creative industries. You also need the soft people skills that will make people want to work with you. You see them everywhere on Twitter. You meet a few in real life, too. Often so deftly you don't even notice.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Have you ever felt inadequate in meetings where everyone seems more intelligent and articulate than you? Hence why, the co-founder of pioneering brand consultancy Wolff Olins has called his "first and only" biography Leap Before You Look: The Zen of Branding. Even the most successful designers experience this!"

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 17, 2023

We chatted to Radim to learn what the books have to offer, how he went about creating them, and why people should buy them. What they're about First, though, let's establish what we're talking about. I had to change the process of how and when I write along with school pick ups, client deadlines and life admin.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Freelancing is great, but at the start money can be tight. Here are 32 creative tools that won't cost the earth but still deliver the powerful features you need. But is going back to your steady job making you excited and motivated? If it's the latter, then what are you waiting for?

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

It's a beautiful day when we finally realise the secret to having confidence. It takes a hefty chunk of our adult lives to enjoy this revelation when we understand how to own our careers, conquer inner demons and benefit from believing in ourselves. Love who you are. Because if you don't, who will?

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Creative Boom

JULY 11, 2023

But you needn't suffer work overload. What you need is a strategy. But that's taken us even further away from being productive, and now our minds are scrambled as to what to tackle next. What we crave is focus. How do we focus? What is a business strategy? And you don't need to wear a suit.

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Just Creative

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Looking for information on how to start a design blog and make money from it? Look no further. Here is our step by step guide on the best way to start blogging (and how to make money from your blog). That means that there is enough room and money out there for you to start your blog and make money.

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Just Creative

MAY 1, 2020

There are several factors that contribute to the success of your business: a great product or service, decent marketing and a bit of luck. The first thing most people do when searching for a service or a product is use a search engine. Everything that happens next, what they see on your website, is extremely important.

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Just Creative

MARCH 18, 2021

For small business owners looking to set up a website or online store quickly, website builders can answer a lot of owners’ prayers. While there are plenty of options when it comes to choosing a builder for your website , the latest one is the AI-powered StoreBuilder e-commerce platform from Nexcess. Then read away! Easy setup.

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Canny

MAY 7, 2024

Finding great branding resources online is easy. But if you’re looking for help with your branding project or looking to improve your branding then rest assured… You’re in the right place. From illustration to branding, they cover it all, making it an indispensable resource for inspiration. It’s almost too easy.

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Just Creative

JULY 26, 2020

And we’ve read about the tools we all should have and the importance of having a culture where distributed teams feel connected, among other aspects. But have you ever wondered what not to do? What mistakes to avoid in your first experience managing a virtual team ? Hiring the Wrong People.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

7 Brand Building Tips That Can Make You A Millionaire. To represent your brand, you can use a logo, website, business card, etc. Your brand is what your customers perceive you as being, whether that is true or not. It's also what others see when they encounter your company. What Is Brand Building?

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HONGKIAT

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The sales team sometimes faced tough times, especially when we didn’t meet expectations. That’s when you’d really see what your boss was like. Read Also: 8 Legit Ways to Impress Your Boss How to Work Well With Your Boss? If you know how to play your cards right, you can work with them, not just for them.

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Canny

JULY 27, 2021

Designing your website can be a bit of a slog at times, but we’re here to make it that much easier with our ultimate list of web design tips. If you’ve been following the blog for a while, you’ll have probably came across our popular post The Ultimate list of Branding Tips , and this is a follow up to that.

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SpeckyBoy

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Thanks to content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress, this functionality is now well within reach. Depending on what types of content they’ll need to add or edit, the process can become overly complex. It’s one thing to build a UI that a seasoned developer can manage. Needs may have evolved.

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Creative Market

JULY 1, 2021

How did you get interested in the field of product design? I’ve been doing website and UX design since the late 90s. Then a friend of mine who runs a site that sells stencils for OmniGraffle said, “Did you ever consider packaging one of these up and selling it as a download?” That product went on to do really well.

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Inkbot Design

APRIL 8, 2024

How to Design an App for Your Startup Brand Do you have an excellent idea for an app? Do you want to execute and have something that will blow people away? Let me give you some tips and tricks on ensuring your app stands out in today's competitive market. It works and does what it needs to do.”

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UX Collective

JANUARY 10, 2022

If you take work personally, this can be annoying and painful like a slow death from a thousand cuts. The only way to manage this frustration is to be an effective negotiator of creative empathy. What is Creative Empathy exactly? No one sees the world in the exact same way as everyone else. You walk into a room.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 29, 2022

You can become your own boss and start making money for yourself. You can learn about starting your freelance business in the Freelance Survival Guide. ” But how do you start getting more freelance gigs? And where do you start when you're overwhelmed by the sheer volume of clients and projects?

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Canny

JULY 27, 2021

Designing your website can be a bit of a slog at times, but we’re here to make it that much easier with our ultimate list of web design tips. If you’ve been following the blog for a while, you’ll have probably came across our popular post The Ultimate list of Branding Tips , and this is a follow up to that.

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UX Collective

JULY 28, 2021

When it comes to the idea of “performance” as it relates to graphic design and creativity there are many dimensions. Performance is not just about doing good work. It’s about the totality of what performance really means across creation, behavior, and dialogue; your skills, your aesthetic, your role, and your interactions with others.

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Lisa Maltby

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

When contemplating my career choices, a creative profession often appeared as a realm exclusive to the privileged few – individuals armed with financial safety nets from their parents, insider insights and connections to influential figures in creative studios, galleries, and the world of expensive art supplies. my reception teacher asked. "An

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UX Collective

OCTOBER 26, 2023

You have studied UX design, read books and blogs, taken workshops, and attended conferences. Your LinkedIn timeline is filled with content about UX processes, showing you what’s the ‘new’ way of doing UX design. The pressure on processes is also evident during interviews when we are asked about it constantly.

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Canny

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Like you, we can’t get enough of marketing movies and marketing-focused television. That said, if you were to ask me to pick between the two, I’d more than likely go with a movie where marketing is one of the main elements. How they inspire you will range from movie to movie. Sorry to Bother You. Now, let’s jump in.

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Canny

MARCH 4, 2022

Right now, there are dozens, if not hundreds, of product management books out there. With more books comes more research, and the last thing anyone wants to do is spent hours trawling through book sites in search of the best product management books. 30 Things To Do in Your First 90 Days as a Marketing Manager.

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UX Collective

OCTOBER 3, 2023

. | Image via [link] My love for architecture and my habit of seeking inspiration from different industries and fields of studies other than my industry made me explore the creations and personality of great Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa. As I see it, empathy is what makes the design a deciding factor in the success of a digital product.

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Inkbot Design

MAY 10, 2023

.” Whether you're new to the remote work game or an old hand looking to sharpen your skills, we've got you covered. By the end of this guide, you'll be equipped with actionable advice and strategies to make remote work feasible, enjoyable, and rewarding. Introduction Before diving into the tips, let's define remote work.

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Inkbot Design

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The Brand Story Formula: How To Build a Great One. When you're trying to get your audience's attention—don't just tell them your story—show it to them instead! When you're trying to get your audience's attention—don't just tell them your story—show it to them instead! What is a Brand Story?

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Inkbot Design

MAY 9, 2024

How to Enhance Your Website User Experience Imagine walking into your favourite restaurant only to be received by a rude host, waiting for the food you ordered for ages and asking for basic things like napkins or water refills. You would never go back there, right? But what is UX exactly? Why Does UX Matter So Much?

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Canny

JUNE 5, 2023

Having the right people in the right seats is key to ensuring you attract and drive sales , but how do you structure your team for the best? Not every role will be right for every company as it all depends on how you market your offering and the strategies you use. Having the right people in the right s.

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HONGKIAT

AUGUST 10, 2021

If you’re working with a team and/or on multiple projects , then a project management tool would be best to help you organize daily tasks and manage everything seamlessly. 10 Best Project Managing and Planning Tools For Freelancers. 10 Best Project Managing and Planning Tools For Freelancers.

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UX Collective

JULY 17, 2022

DESIGN LEADERSHIP From handling user interfaces to handling people: Part II I’m a designer by profession and a cheater in people management. I was lucky enough to know the bitter truth about management in advance but couldn’t believe it was true. But are you ready to face the consequences ? Hmm, that sounds ridiculous.

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Noupe

DECEMBER 28, 2023

We live in a time when leaving a digital video footprint in any format is not a challenging task. But, making a B2B video is more complex than one may think. Read on to understand the technicality of creating a standard B2B video. What is exemplary B2B video marketing?

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

While remote work certainly has its perks, like avoiding a commute and having more flexibility, it can also present challenges when trying to stay focused and productive. However, with the right strategies and setup, you can create a practical and inspiring home office environment that enables you to thrive. $79.99

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Inkbot Design

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Instead, you need an appealing website design that represents your brand identity and makes your business successful. Therefore, you frequently need to start with a design brief if you want to create something distinctive. In this post, we'll get some great tips and tricks on how to write an outstanding web design brief.

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Shillington

APRIL 27, 2023

Exposing yourself to examples of good graphic design is a healthy practice no matter who you are. Scroll through these stunning examples to see the depth and breadth of graphic design—and the kind of things you could be creating. Read more about Walr 2. Read more about Amifer Folio 4. Read more about Nordstrom Rack 5.

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