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8 Tips to Follow When Providing Feedback to a Designer

There’s a special kind of magic that comes from collaborating with clients which is why getting strong, accurate feedback is of the utmost importance! It can be overwhelming to put your thoughts and feelings into words after receiving a design proof. That’s why we’re sharing 8 tried-and-true tips to help you feel confident giving design feedback.

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The Evolution of My Design Style

As years go on, and trends come and go, it’s natural for your design style to shift and change. I think if we’re not changing, we’re not growing. Evolving design styles are a positive sign of creative growth. Here’s how my style has evolved over the years both professionally and personally.

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A Case Study: Misty Myler

In this branding and website design case study, we share how we helped Misty Myler, a hormone coach and pilates instructor, create a memorable branding experience that set her up for major success as she prepared to launch her course, recipe book, and hormone guide.

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5 Tips to Successfully Launch Your New Brand

It’s a question we get time and time again, “How should I go about launching my brand!?” Well friends, let me be the first to say that it doesn’t have to be stressful! I’m sharing five tips to follow for a successful brand launch whether you’re a brand new biz or rebranding.

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My Favorite Way to Generate Leads Online

I’m covering what the heck the term lead generation means and why it’s SO important for small businesses. Plus, I’m sharing my favorite way to generate leads online — spoiler: it’s freebies. The dos and don’ts of creating a valuable freebie for your audience and six proven lead-generating freebie ideas for you to take and implement on your own!

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Product Photography Styling Tips + WHY It Matters

Your website photography plays a crucial role in showcasing your products effectively, communicating the look and feel of your brand, and driving those sales! Quality product photography can make or break your store's online success, especially as a small business. Standout imagery will not only showcase your goods in the best light possible but it also creates a sense of trust and credibility for potential customers — all of which will influence those buying decisions.

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