How can creative companies avoid scope creep?Avoid scope creep with our tips. We look at the best tools to use, how to build a great relationship with your clients and feel confident.
How to prepare for parental leave as a business ownerGoing on parental leave as a business owner can feel intimidating but with a little bit of planning, you can keep your business running...
Project Management for creatives - The complete guideThe right project management will save you time, delight your clients and help you get more leads and referrals in the future.
How to automate your design businessThese tools and tips will help you automate your creative business so you can be more productive, profitable and enjoy your work more.
Best client Christmas gift ideasShow your clients appreciation and stay top of mind with these great and affordable gift ideas for the holidays.
How to work while you travel the worldWorking from your computer comes with endless opportunities. We talk about how to balance new experiences with productive work
How to on-board your clients and teamOn-boarding helps you avoid scope creep, builds trust and is a great way to keep your projects on track. We look at what to include.
How to collect content from clients on timeCollect files from clients and collaborators on time with Kayla. No more searching email chains, Kayla makes it easy to send a request
How to use Trello as a designer - client management and planningLearn how to use Trello to organise your creative business. We look at how to lay out your boards and great tips for keeping your clients...
Getting out of your comfort zone to grow your businessWe look at tips for growing your business and confidence by stepping out of your comfort zone. Things like charging more, asking for help...
How to set goals for your creative businessWe look at how to set new goals that are both right for your business and easy to break down in to tasks - so you can get start moving close
Using Notion for your design agencyNotion is a an online tool that can work as a company Wiki, planner or pretty much whatever you like. The benefit of Notion is that you can create the exact ...
How to work from home as a designerWorking from home is getting more and more common and there are a ton of benefits! You can make your own schedule to fit your lifestyle and you can create a ...
Designing Annual reportsThe true purpose of an annual report is to highlight what went well and where you can improve. Despite the corporate looking bricks you might have in mind, a...
Calendar planning 101 - time management for creativesLast week we spoke about how to manage your workload to make sure you don't take on too much. This week, we will look at your personal time and how to get th...
Managing project loads for designersMost creative businesses have ups and downs, and it can be tempting to say yes to everything while they are knocking on your door. But how do you know how mu...
Make 2019 your best year everThe end of the year is the perfect time to evaluate and prepare for a fresh start. After a few days of relaxing, I like to make an action plan to reach my bu...
How to manage stress as a creativeIdentifying as a “creative” can often come with a lot of expectations. On a daily basis we try to invent something that doesn't exist, advice businesses on b...
Productivity tips for busy creativesBefore we get started I just want to acknowledge that being productive can save you a lot of time to use for more fun things, but it doesn't have to be your ...
How to create brand guidelines to impressBrand guidelines are like the blueprint for your company. If you do them right, they can help you stay on track but also make sure people you work with adher...
