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'The fix starts within': new books by Radim Malinic help creatives realise their potential

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He chats to us about how he put them together, and why they should be on your Christmas list. We chatted to Radim to learn what the books have to offer, how he went about creating them, and why people should buy them. But why two books at once: surely writing one is hard enough.?

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That back-to-school feeling: how to boost your creative skills this autumn

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Read on to discover how to achieve this practice. And it doesn't matter how young or old you are: this back-to-school sensation can trigger a desire to learn new skills, challenge yourself, and take your craft to the next level. You're a grown-up now, and you can decide what areas you're most interested in and how you'd like to learn.

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How to use your downtime to boost your creative career

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But honestly, how well did that go for you? But how do you achieve this in practice? However, if the 'stick' isn't working, how about the 'carrot'? Comedian Jimmy Carr often talks about how we must "give ourselves gifts in the future". Don't see it as a problem; see it as an opportunity!

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How to sell yourself as a freelancer in 2023

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But how do you actually do it? So how can you survive the next few years as a creative freelancer? It simply means leaning into your value and effectively communicating what makes you unique, what differentiates you from your competition, and how you can prove to clients in a crowded field that you're the best option above anyone else.

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Why clients often undervalue graphic design (and how to persuade them otherwise)

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At the extreme, some clients look down their noses at you and think of you as a menial 'scribble monkey' who knows how to use Photoshop but little else. At the extreme, some clients look down their noses at you and think of you as a menial 'scribble monkey' who knows how to use Photoshop but little else.

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How to pivot your freelance creative business in 2023

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We explain how to shift your work and clients in a new direction and give yourself the dream life and career you always hoped for. So you've launched your freelance creative business: congratulations! So, how do you go about it? Image licensed via Adobe Stock Freelancing not going as well as you'd hoped? Then it's time to pivot.

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Tips on starting an art journal, and why it can boost your creativity in 2024

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In this article, we'll share pro tips on how to do so. The simple act of writing down our thoughts, frustrations and ideas can help provide clarity in our lives and serve as an outlet for emotional burdens. Image licensed via Adobe Stock Want to make 2024 special? Before we get into that, though. what is an art journal exactly?

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