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5 Trends Every In-House Designer Should Know

Whether you’re currently working in-house, or pursuing a corporate gig, these trends are likely to impact your career. More

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Designing Change: 10 Influencers

The intersection of design and social impact is powerful. What types of organizations exist and what types of programs are developing to really take the concept to the next level? More

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My Best Work: UnderConsideration’s Bryony Gomez-Palacio

Bryony Gomez-Palacio, co-founder of UnderConsideration, conquered her inner demons when it came to illustration work and completed her first children’s book. More

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Top 10 Websites for Designers – October 2012

Every month HOW scours the web to find the best design websites. Then we compile the top promo sites, design tools, resources and sites for creative time-outs. More

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Behind the Design: Sweet Simplicity in Jam Packaging Design

Louise Fili was up to the challenge of infusing sweet simplicity into the revamped packaging design for Bonnie’s Jams. Typography took center stage for the label. More

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Cutting Ties with Four Legacies

Now that your design business is up and running, it’s time to cut loose ties with the past in order to really thrive. These decisions are tough, but business consultant David C. Baker has helped many firms do the same in order to grow. More

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6 Tips For Avoiding E-mail Blunders

Don’t let a careless e-mail mistake cost you your job. Check out these 6 tips before hitting send on your next e-mail.
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How to Deal With a Bad Boss

Following are three of the most common types of bad managers along with strategies for how to deal with a bad boss. More

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How to Manage Workplace Gossip

Knowing when to halt bad workplace gossip and spread the good is a valuable skill to possess. Following are some office gossip guidelines. More

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Get More Clients for Your Design Business

Want to get more clients? Check out this real-world client proposal, sample qualifying material, book excerpt and expert interview to learn how to find clients. More

Categories: Design Business Clients: Communication & Management, Design Business: Industry Issues & Advice, Featured, Freelance Design Work & How to Freelance, HOW September 2012 | Tags: , , , , | 1 Comment