The Web Design Business Podcast with host Josh Hall is here to help you build a web design business that allows you to have freedom and a lifestyle you love. As a web designer and web agency owner of over a decade, Josh knows the challenges, struggles and often painful lessons of building a web design business without any guidance, proven strategies or a mentor to help you along the way, which is why this show exists. Think of this podcast as your weekly dose of coaching, mentorship and guid ...
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The Angry Designer
A No-Bull Graphic Design Podcast that cuts through industry jargon & nonsense, to help frustrated Graphic Designers survive and thrive.
A No-Bull Graphic Design Podcast that cuts through industry jargon & nonsense, to help frustrated Graphic Designers survive and thrive.
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322 - Honest Thoughts on the 2024 WordPress Professionals Survey Results
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Josh shares a recent Q&A session sharing insight and honest thoughts on the TheAdminBar 2024 WordPress Professional Survey Results. This is a good look at what is working (and what isn’t) in web design today regardless if you’re a WordPress user or not. In This Episode 01:01 - Web Design Business Survey Insights 16:32 - Shifts in Web Design Trends …
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BIG Opportunities for Graphic Designers in Web - Another Conversation with Web Design Pro Josh Hall
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What would you consider a big opportunity for a Graphic Designer - A new logo? How about that PLUS ongoing brand development, secured future design work, a big pay day, & long lasting client relationships. Offering web design services is not what it use to be - and within reach of virtually every single Graphic Designer. Join The Angry Designers th…
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Ever wondered how top designers stay inspired and on top of their game? The key, to unlocking your full Graphic Design potential, to an endless amount of inspiration, support, and resources isn't a tool or software–it's community. In this LIVE recording of The Angry Designers Podcast, the duo leave the great white north, and travel over 1500km to C…
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Hustle vs Talent: The Secret Ingredient To A Successful Graphic Designer
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Ever wonder why some crazy, talented Graphic Designers struggle with their careers while other, less talented Graphic Designers have long, fulfilling and successful careers? Is it merely luck, or is it the unwavering commitment to growth that sets them apart? In the dynamic world of graphic design, talent alone isn't enough. Join us this week on Th…
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321 - Graphic Designer to Web Designer (Josh's Interview from The Angry Designer Podcast)
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If you’re a graphic designer who’s capped at a revenue level, it might be time to transition to web and luckily, there are so many ways to do it in a way that works for you. I hope my journey helps give you a proven path to follow 🙂 In This Episode 01:01 - Graphic Design to Web Design Transition 13:44 - Challenges and Opportunities in Web Design 23…
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Should Graphic Designers Fake It Untill They Make It
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‘Fake it till you make it’ - a phrase we've all heard a million times. But for graphic designers, what does it really mean and is it ethical? Originally it was about projecting confidence and optimism, even when you're still honing your skills. But in the digital age, could a more literal interpretation - outright pretending to be something you're …
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320 - Deciding What Web Design Services to Offer with Ran Segall of Flux Academy
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Ran Segall, founder of Flux-Academy.com shares his insights on how to craft the right offers today as a beginning web designer and how to package up your services in a way that builds your web business sustainably in 2024 and beyond. In This Episode 00:00 - Web Design Services and Referral Partners 05:26 - Webflow and Trends 18:12 - Web Design Chal…
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Using Google Fonts For Graphic Design - What a Designer Should Consider
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Are Google fonts a Graphic Designers best friend, or Graphic Design Trap? On one hand, they provide Graphic Designers with free use of responsive, high quality fonts for use in print or online, with the most open commercial font licenses available. On the other hand...it's Google? A company that hasn't always been known for it's business ethics. Jo…
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319 - Coaching Session with Josh - Solving 5 Common Struggles when Starting a Web Design Business in 2024
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If you're a web designer who's serious about starting or building your web design biz, I'm guessing there are some glaring challenges and struggles you're going through. And if you feel alone in those struggles...you're not. There are so many common challenges I hear from web designers who are serious about starting, building and growing their web …
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318 - The Value Ladder Approach to Getting Web Design Clients with Kyle Prinsloo
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Kyle Prinsloo, founder of freelancerfam.com, a private (and free) discord community for web design freelancers shares how he started as a freelance web designer with a “value ladder” approach to getting clients. In This Episode 00:00 -Introduction 07:32 - Web Design Journey 12:51 - Learning the Basics 17:38 - Being in a Community 22:13 - Clients ar…
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Graphic Designer Turned Web Designer - A Conversation with Web Designer Pro Josh Hall
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Can Graphic Designers offer Websites? Do Graphic Designers actually need to learn code, or do they already possess the skills needed to successfully make it offering UX, websites, web strategies, and Web Design? Join The Angry Designers this week as we have a conversation with the webs most popular Graphic Designer Turned Web Designer, Josh Hall. F…
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317 - Show Results, Make More Money - Crafting Client Case Studies with Sarah Guilliot
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Copywriter & Brand Messaging Strategist Sarah Guilliot shares how to create client case studies to make more and easily attract new web design clients based off of client stories and results. In This Episode 00:00 - Creating Effective Web Design Case Studies 04:51 - Uncovering the Power of Case Studies 08:17 - Effective Case Studies for SEO 13:46 -…
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Scary Bosses & Toxic Studios: A Graphic Designers Guide To Surviving A Horrible Design Environment
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Ever felt like your creative spirit is being crushed under the weight of a horrible creative director or a toxic studio environment? You're not alone! In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the murky waters of Graphic Design studios and the bosses that haunt them. From nightmarish creative directors to soul-sucking studio cultures, we uncov…
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316 - Creating Content to Get Web Design Clients with Brad Hussey
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Brad Hussey of the Creative Crew Community shares how you as a web designer can create content that attracts the right type of customers for you. In This Episode 00:00 - Content Creation Strategies 10:42 - Thought Leadership 17:13 - Amplifying Through Interview Series 30:46 - Building a Business on Rented Ground 37:10 - Tool-Specific Content 52:20 …
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Can A Graphic Designer Also Be A UX Designer
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Are Graphic Designers the real masterminds behind UX design? Ever wondered how similar a Graphic Designer's intuition is to a UX designer's strategy? Spoiler alert: It's like comparing spray paint to stencils. We're here to argue that maybe, just maybe, Graphic Designers have been doing UX Design all along – they just didn't brag about it on Linked…
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315 - Q&A with Josh on Scaling Your Web Design Business
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This is a replay of the live Q&A Josh held for Web Designer Pro™ members on Scaling a Web Design Biz In This Episode 00:00 - Introduction 04:10 - Starting with Finances 10:15 - Raise Rates to Scale 15:00 - Testing New Waters 19:36 - Clients Pay for Quality 26:48 - Go MAD with SOP 32:40 - Password Sharing 35:20 - Team Communication 41:03 - Project M…
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Should Graphic Designers Design & Offer Websites?
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Have you ever wondered if as a Graphic Designer, you should dive into web design? Does the thought of coding intimidate you, or are you curious about alternative ways to offer web services? This episode is a Graphic Designers guide through the digital dilemma. We're cutting through the noise to explore if Graphic Designers need to add web design to…
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314 - What's Working Today in the World of Online Communities and Memberships with Andy Guttormsen of Circle.so
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Co-founder of Circle.so Andy Guttormsen is back on the podcast sharing his insights on what’s working well for the top engaged and profitable communities and membership sites today. In This Episode 00:00 - Online Community and Membership Trends 05:06 - Evolution of Online Memberships and Communities 19:46 - Community Experiences and Engagement 25:0…
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How-To Grow Your Graphic Design Business - Rules That Supercharged our Agency to 7 Figures!
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This week, we reveal one of our BIGGEST secrets responsible for the 7 figure success of our Graphic Design agency, zfactor. Spoiler alert: It's NOT about crafting a killer business plan. And it's definitely NOT about writing a killer mission statement, or even worse a vision statement. We're pulling back the curtain to reveal the core of our creati…
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313 - Google AI…Oh My! With Lindsay Halsey
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Lindsay Halsey of Pathfinder SEO is one of the industry leaders for teaching web designers SEO and how to package up and sell SEO services. She’s on the forefront of the latest SEO trends including Google's new Generative Search Experience which is essentially Google AI. In this episode, she’s sharing everything she knows to help you prepare for bo…
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Why Graphic Designers Get Dumped by Their Clients
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Ever wondered why some Graphic Designers get ghosted by their clients? What could a Graphic Designer possibly have done to have a customer break up with them? In this weeks episode of The Angry Designer Podcast 'Why Graphic Designers Get Dumped by Their Clients,' we uncover the hilarious truths behind client-designer breakups. From the honeymoon pe…
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312 - How Jason Gracia Built a 7-figure, Productized Web Design Business
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Founder of swyftsites.com (websites for online coaches) Jason Gracia is back on the podcast pulling the curtain back on exactly how he built a 7-figure, completely productized web design service that gets his clients results. In This Episode 00:00 - Productizing Web Design 05:50 - Building a Successful Service 19:25 - Proven Website System for Coac…
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Another Conversation with YouTuber & Graphic Design Influencer Will Paterson
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From Humble beginnings to YouTube Stardom, Will Paterson is a recognizable name & face amongst Graphic Designers across the world! With almost 900 videos and 10+ years on YouTube, Will Paterson makes being a Graphic Design Influencer look easy. But is it? Tune into part 2 of our EPIC conversation with Will Paterson as we discuss in more detail life…
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311 - The Huge Opportunities in Web Design for Non-Profits with Andrea Shirey
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Web designer for non-profit organizations and accessibility expert Andrea Shirey shares the ins and outs of how much opportunity there is for web designers who build websites for nonprofits and busts many myths about nonprofits like them not having money to invest in websites and marketing. In This Episode 00:00 - Web Design Opportunities for Nonpr…
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A YouTube Trailblazer: A Conversation with Will Paterson, Graphic Design Influencer
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With close to 1 million subscribers on YouTube, few people have influenced as many Graphic Designers as Will Paterson. Get ready, for a behind the scenes look with the most down-to-earth Graphic Design YouTuber, behind many viral videos like "I Paid 5 Logo Designers On Fiverr To Design The SAME logo". From school struggles to YouTube fame, Will Pat…
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310 - Are you Building a Job, Business or Exit with Matt Gartland
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CEO of Smart Passive Income and Pat Flynn’s biz partner Matt Gartland is back on the podcast to help you cast a vision for your business and help you identify what you really want to create as a web designer…a job, business or potentially an exit. In This Episode 01:43 - Create a Vision for Web Design 13:36 - Understanding Mission, Vision, and Goal…
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Graphic Design AI: How ChatGPT can help a Graphic Designer
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Everyone says AI will replace Graphic Designers - but ChatGPT can actually make a Graphic Designer better! Dive into the world of Graphic Design AI as we discuss how ChatGPT isn't just a buzzword—it's a game-changer for graphic designers! Whether you're brainstorming brand concepts, researching competitor industries, developing mind-blowing strateg…
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309 - From “Me to We” - How I Scaled my Web Design Business with a Small Remote Team
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Josh shares how he scaled his web design studio with a small, remote team after being left with no other option while having 23 projects on his plate all at once. He also shares how his experience with scaling changed his mindset and gave him freedom, time and mental bandwidth back. In This Episode 00:02 - Scaling Your Web Design Business 12:17 - S…
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Jessica Walsh Brand & Design Manifesto for Graphic Designers
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We went on a deep dive into Graphic Designer Jessica Walsh's Design Manifesto entitled "10 rules for great branding and design" and THIS is what we learned: Known for her bold, innovative approach and as a beacon of creativity in graphic design, Jessica Walsh has redefined the standards of visual communication. We dissect the key elements of her ma…
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308 - Add a "Founders Note" to Your Homepage to Get More Web Design Clients
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Josh shares a hidden gem of how to land more web design clients and stand out from the crowd of other web designers by implementing a “founders note” on the homepage of your website. In This Episode 00:02 - Founder's Note 05:36 - How to do a Founder's Note 08:02 - Listing Specialties 11:11 - InTransit Studios 14:47 - Content Creation 21:00 - Boost …
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What We Learned Using Midjourney AI for Graphic Design
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Over the holidays, we used Midjourney to create a graphic novel – ready to find out what we learned on how Graphic Designers can use AI? Embark on a transformative journey as we unravel the power of AI for graphic design and discovered both the benefits and the headaches! This week, join The Angry Designers as they share their experiences using AI.…
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307 - How to do Video Marketing to Grow Your Web Design Business with Doug Dibert
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Founder and CEO of Magnfi.com, Doug Dibert, is back on the podcast to share how web designers can utilize video marketing (in a way that works best for you) to grow your web biz in 2024 and beyond. In This Episode 00:00 - Video Marketing for Web Design Businesses 04:10 - The Power of Video Marketing 13:53 - Video for Web Designers 23:15 - Consisten…
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Spotting Good Graphic Design Clients - How to Properly Vet Customers
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At some point as a Graphic Designer, you’re gonna to come across the clients that are walking talking red flags, that often lead to regretful experiences. But how can graphic designers differentiate between a dream client and a potential nightmare? How can a Graphic Designer get more of the right clients and fewer of the wrong ones? From reducing p…
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306 - How to Attract Your Ideal Web Design Clients with Jennifer Alford
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Jennifer Alford of jennylainedesigns.com, one of the most active members in Web Designer Pro™, shares how she’s crafted a business that is attracting passion and purpose driven business owners to her and has laid the foundation for a business that she loves showing up for week after week. In This Episode 00:00 - Attracting Ideal Clients by Niche Pe…
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305 - Personal Update from Josh and a Look at What's in Store for 2024
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Josh shares a personal message as we end 2023 and a look ahead at what’s in store for 2024 in the way of courses, content, coaching and more. Join Web Designer Pro™ before we hit the 250 member cap! https://joshhall.co/proBy Josh Hall
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How Graphic Designers Can Recharge Their Creativity Over The Holidays
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While it may be the most wonderful time of the year, a Graphic Designers creativity and inspiration can really take a hit after a crazy year of work, technology and clients. All Graphic Designers deserve a break! But keeping your creative inspiration fresh even throughout the festive season can keep you ahead of the curve when it comes to starting …
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Applying Massimo Vignelli's Principles, to Modern Day Graphic Design
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Discover the Timeless Genius of Legendary Graphic Designer, Massimo Vignelli. Dive deep into the world of the Godfather of Graphic Design Massimo Vignelli, and explore how his groundbreaking principles revolutionized modern graphic design. This episode is a must-listen for every graphic designer seeking inspiration from Vignelli's iconic legacy. Jo…
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304 - How to Name your Business, Personal Brand or Services with Alexandra Watkins
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CEO of eatmywords.com Alexandra Watkins (whose claim to fame is naming Wendy’s Baconator) along with other notable brands shares how you as a web designer can create a brand, theme and name for your business that stands out and passes the “smile and scratch” test. In This Episode 00:00 - Naming Your Business and Brand 13:28 - Brand Themes and Multi…
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Strategies for Graphic Designers to Soar Through the Holiday Rush
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The holiday season can really take its toll on graphic designers. From tight deadlines & client emergencies to running out of money or creative burnout. Not all Graphic Designers are left feeling merry and bright. If only someone provided some Strategies to not only survive, but soar through the holidays! Join the bearded gents this week as they un…
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303 - Is there Hope for the WordPress Block Editor with Nathan Wrigley
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Co-host of the WPBuilds Podcast and of the uber popular Page Builder Summit, Nathan Wrigley, shares his enthusiasm and hopefulness for the much maligned WordPress Block Editor. In This Episode 00:00 - Future of WordPress Block Editor 03:32 - Changes and Evolution of Web Design 12:01 - The Popularity of Web Design Platforms 18:27 - WordPress Block's…
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302 - Personal Welcome Videos - Send Them to Grow Your Web Design Biz
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Josh shares his strategies for sending personalized welcome videos for both web design students and to clients as a web designer and how game-changing they’ll be for your web design business as well. In This Episode 00:02 - Web Design Business Growth With Videos 07:57 - Using Personal Welcome Videos 13:36 - The Power of Welcome Videos Get all links…
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Lincoln Design Co Creative Director, Dan Janssen: Creatives, Clients & Humility Part 2
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What does it take to stay humble when your brand reaches Legendary Graphic Design ‘A-list’ status? How do you stay grounded when Nike, Hasbro, WWE, Nickelodeon, Hot Wheels and Mountain Dew come knocking at YOUR door? Get ready for MORE from the man behind the legendary agency as we dive into the truth of what it’s like to run your own studio, nurtu…
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301 - Grant Funding for Web Designers with Julia Taylor
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Julia Taylor of GeekPack.com shares how she’s secured over 300k in grant funding for her business over the last year and a half and how you as a web designer can explore getting grants for your business no matter if you’re just starting out or already established! In This Episode 00:00 - Exploring Grants for Web Design Businesses 04:01 - Exploring …
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The Making of a Legend: Dan Janssen from Lincoln Design Co Part 1
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Graphic Designers can work a decade to land a global brand. Imagine having 20+ knocking down your door? Get ready to look behind the curtain at one of the leading Graphic design agencies today! Lincoln Design Co is a LIVING LEGEND Creative Agency. Working with huge brands like Nike, Hasbro, WWE, Nickelodeon, Hot Wheels, Mountain Dew, Monster Energy…
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300 - Web Designer Roundtable #1 with Kyle Van Duesen, Shannon Mattern and Chris Badgett
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For the big 300 milestone, Josh hosts the first ever “Web Designer Roundtable” on the podcast featuring Kyle Van Duesen of theadminbar.com Shannon Matter of webdesigneracademy.com and Chris Badgett of lifterlms.com In This Episode 00:50 - Web Design Trends and Perspectives 13:24 - Experience and Age in Web Design 17:39 - Exploring WordPress and Web…
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299 - Why Web Design Now? Josh's Interview on the Subscription Web Design Podcast
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This episode is a recent conversation between Josh and Steve Shramm pulled from The Subscription Web Design podcast. In This Episode 00:50 - The Evolution of Web Design Careers 08:10 - Choosing the Right Web Design Tools 13:05 - Choose a Business Model for Freedom 26:18 - Niche Market for Web Design and Digital Marketing 34:37 - Web Design Services…
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2024 Graphic Design Logo Trends - Are They Timeless or Trash?
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What are the upcoming 2024 Graphic Design & Logo trends for Graphic Designers to follow - or are they worth following at all? Graphic design and Logo trends can be an effective tool for a designer, but rely on them too much and you'll find yourself in dangerous territory. Graphic design trends can create anxiety and derail good design, while logo d…
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298 - 10 Years in Web Design, Battling Cancer, Falling in Love with Scaling and more with Sandy Burns
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Canadian based freelance web designer, founder and owner of sandfire.ca, Sandy Burns shares the ins and outs of her 10 year journey so far in web design including how she almost gave it all up, what tool kept her in the game, battled cancer while keeping her business afloat and how she reluctantly but inevitably fell in love with scaling her agency…
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Streamline Your Digital File Management for Graphic Designers
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When your Digital File Management is done right, it can make you a MUCH better designer. Nailing your Digital File Management can set you free from tedious hours spent searching for lost files, and boost your efficiency through the roof, and allow you stay in the creativity zone . Picture this: a world where 'untitled_document_245' is banished, and…
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297 - Battle of the Page Builders: WordPress Edition with Dave Foy
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Web design educator Dave Foy (the go to 101 resource for learning the Bricks WordPress Page Builder) shares his insight on how Bricks stacks up next to other page builders like Divi and Elementor and gives his perspective on the pros and cons of where WordPress is headed. In This Episode 00:00 - The Battle of WordPress Page Builders 05:15 - Page Bu…
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