The cycles of beginning and ending aren't just for nature. They are encountered in the life of every web design project, and even in your own web design business. As the year winds down and a new one looms on the horizon another cycle ends, and soon another will begin. Ending cycles can be amazing tools of growth and change for your web design business that help you set yourself up for success. End Cycles in Web Design Projects Every project has a beginning, middle, and end. The beginning is filled with the administrative tasks to get your project set up, the anticipating of creating something new, and yes even fears and self-doubt. The middle sees the project flourish and take ... // read more
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4 Ways to Stay Present and Enjoy Your Summer Vacation
Summer vacation is your time to get away from your work and enjoy life! That's why you are working so hard, right?! But breaking away from the needs of your web design business and focusing on having fun isn't always as easy as it should be. This summer vacation, make a vow to yourself to be more mindful and present in your summer vacation so you can enjoy it and recharge, instead of being distracted by the needs of your business! 1 | Set Limits If you don't have set office hours now is the time to set them! Office hours are a time frame that you will be around your computer, working, and your clients will know you are reachable. Set your hours in whatever way works for you, but do ... // read more
6 Ways to Amaze Your Web Design Clients
Giving your clients an amazing website design isn't the only way to leave them speechless! Amaze your web design clients throughout your work with them! By planning your client interaction from start to finish you can ensure your clients have an exceptional experience working with you that leaves them coming back for more and recommending you to all their associates! Here 6 tips you can use to amaze your web design clients. 1 | Welcome Them Your client interaction doesn't just start when they sign a contract with you. It starts from the first moment they encounter you be it on social media, from your website, or in real life! Make sure your first impressions are a favorable one to get ... // read more
How to Find Motivation When You Are Running On Empty
Ever feel like you are just going through the motions? Like nothing you do has meaning and you find yourself questioning...well...everything? Like you are burnt out, and all motivation has failed you? Me too. In fact, I've been going through that feeling for a while now. You aren't alone if you are going through it too. I found myself wondering if it was all worth it, maybe I should just give up. But I didn't. Instead, I kept going, one day after the other, slogging through the feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. Along the way, I learned a few things that helped me get by, and eventually find spurts of motivation, and ultimately light at the end of the tunnel. Nourish Your ... // read more