When you're just starting out and are eager to build a portfolio, it is very tempting to accept every project that comes your way. I know. I've been there. After years of working with hundreds of clients, I came to realize this important point: before you accept a project, make sure that … [Read more...] about How to Screen Your Clients
Keeping it together
It's almost the end of August and I'm so grateful that I survived with my sanity intact! It's been a crazy month full of health issues, tight deadlines, school activities for the kids, and exciting new opportunities. This is going to be a rambly post. Be warned. I always start the month by … [Read more...] about Keeping it together
Working on a Standing Desk
By now the health benefits of using a standing desk are probably known to everyone. "Sitting is the new smoking" has become the catchphrase, and doctors cannot emphasize it more. There is even evidence that suggests that going to the gym will not make up for all those hours spent sitting down. … [Read more...] about Working on a Standing Desk
Christmas Rushing
Hello there! I'm back from my vacation and in typical fashion, I hit the ground running. There are still quite a few projects to finish before the year ends, presents to wrap, parties to plan and prepare for, holiday cards to send, and cooking and baking galore! Back in the day when I … [Read more...] about Christmas Rushing
The Creative Process
Like most freelance creatives, I've had to figure out my process through trial and error. I've never been part of a big design agency, and have never been mentored by someone who was. Over the years, I developed a design process that I found comfortable, that felt right for me. I made many … [Read more...] about The Creative Process
