Tag Archives: Designers

We Get You

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Kathy Scott

There is something about human nature that keeps us searching and daydreaming about possibilities and missed opportunities. One of the best things about working with the design community is the knowledge in knowing that a career in this industry is achieved only through talent, hard work, sacrifice and dogged determination. More

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Using Design to Connect with Corporate Employees

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Terry Lee Stone

Companies invest in strategic communication initiatives for their customers and investors. They should put the effort in designing internal communications. More

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Greco Design’s Workspace: A Modern Marvel

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Carmen Sechrist

A home restored to its mid-century charm houses this Brazilian design firm. Greco Design decided to use what was already available to get inspiration in re-designing their new location. More

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How To Overcome Self-Criticism and Lack of Motivation

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Bryn Mooth

Designers face all kinds of creative roadblocks, from procrastination to self-criticism to lack of energy. Here’s how to overcome them. More

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Getting the Most From Your HOW Design Live Experience

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Bryn Mooth
Sam Harrison rocks the opening keynote to HOW Design Live 2012

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HOW Design Live is a great conference for designers—if you’re thoughtful about getting the most inspiration from it. Here’s how to maximize your HOW experience. More

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Creative Freelancers: Are You an Accidental Workaholic?

Posted on April 23, 2013 by The Creative Group

There are many joys of being a thriving freelancer, like choosing your projects and deciding when and where you work. But there are perpetual challenges, too, like managing client requests when you’re swamped or simply need time to decompress. Often, … More

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Turn Slow Time Into Go Time

Posted on April 9, 2013 by The Creative Group

Most freelance designers are used to ebb and flow in their work schedules. There’s no guaranteed way for keeping work coming through your door, but you can take some steps to help make your downtime more productive. More

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Luxury Logo Design and Branding for Todd & Duncan

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Michelle Taute

Hagopian Ink created a new logo design for a 150-year old company by blending history, luxury and timelessness. Get a look at the new logo design and website. More

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Go the Distance and Inspire Us

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Kathy Scott

Admit it. You know it’s good. In fact, it’s more than good. Don’t leave it quietly tucked away. Go the distance! Enter your work in the HOW Promotion & Marketing Design Awards. More

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Start-Up Burnout: Designer, Receptionist, Mail Clerk

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Kathy Scott

Remember that day, when you got the call to join that amazing startup and you thought about all the freedom you would have to design your way? More

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