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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

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Behind the Scenes with Illustrator Shaw Nielsen

The self-promotion issue of HOW magazine’s cover is playful, kindly loud and perky. Meet the illustrator behind this cover — Shaw Nielsen. More

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SCAD Museum of Art Unites Students, Public Around Design

SCAD Museum of Art tripled in size after a landmark rehabilitation project expanded the space to 82,000 square feet. The space unites both students and enthusiasts to celebrate art & design. More

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In-House Designers: 37 Ways to Get Fired

Here, Andy Epstein, author of “The Corporate Creative,” offers a tongue-in-cheek list of ways to get fired in the hopes that you’ll not try them. More

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Teleconference Etiquette

Following are some teleconference etiquette suggestions for making the most of these sometimes awkward meetings. More

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Web Type Revolution

Web typography, according to Jason Cranford Teague, has made a dramatic change for the better in the past decade. Find out why in “Web Type Revolution.” Plus, read about 10 trends in web type. More

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Kid-Tested, Designer-Dad Approved

Designer dad Rob Kimmel offers 7 games to kick-start any kid’s imagination and learning process with creative play. More

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Creative Jam: 7 Exercises to Enliven Your Office

In this seven part series by Heather West, she tells the story of how one design firm has brought creativity back into the office with simple outings and exercises that stretched conceptual skills and brought a team together. More

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