Welcome back to another insightful episode of Resourceful Designer, where today's message is all about the art of engagement over trivial chatter. I'm your host, Mark Des Cotes, and in episode 341 we dive deep into the importance of engaging mo

Are Your Design Clients Time Or Money Minded

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Welcome to episode 340 of Resourceful Designer. Today we're diving into an intriguing question: Are your design clients time or money minded? We'll unpack the significance of understanding whether your clients value their time over their money

Accepting Credit Card Payments

Mar 18th, 2024 22m 30s

In this episode of Resourceful Designer, I delve into the topic of accepting credit card payments from clients. I received an email from Phil, thanking me for the podcast's impact on his transition from working for an employer to running his ow

Handing Over Your Working Files: Yes or No

Mar 4th, 2024 27m 51s

Have you ever been in a sticky situation where a client has asked for your working files? In this episode of Resourceful Designer, I delve deep into the topic of whether or not to hand over working files. Join me as I share personal experiences

Backing Up: It's Better To Be Safe Than Sorry

Feb 26th, 2024 24m 40s

On this episode of Resourceful Designer, I delve into the critical topic of backups. Through two poignant real-life stories, I stress the importance of not solely relying on web hosts for backups. I share a scenario where a client's website was

Persistence Will Pay Off

Feb 19th, 2024 10m 7s

Hey there, it's Mark, and in this episode, "Persistence Will Pay Off," I want to talk to you about the challenges of running a design business. Whether you're just starting out or have been in the industry for years, finding clients can be toug

Presenting Your Designs To Clients: You're Doing It Wrong

Feb 12th, 2024 19m 40s

In this episode of Resourceful Designer, I discuss a common mistake designers make when presenting their work to clients. Drawing from my own experience, I delve into the significance of presentation and its impact on a design business. Sharing

Sure, You Can Do It, But Should You?

Feb 5th, 2024 26m 19s

In this episode of Resourceful Designer, I share my journey as an entrepreneur and the pivotal role delegation has played in shaping the success of my business. From initially shouldering every responsibility solo to embracing the

2024 Design Trends by Freepik.com

Jan 29th, 2024 32m 39s

Exploring Design Trends: A Dive into FreePik's 2024 Trend Report Click here to see the trend report: https://www.freepik.com/visual-trends-2024 Join me as I delve into Freepik.com's 2024 trend report, highlighting key design trends predicted fo

You Need A Thick Skin To Be A Designer

Jan 22nd, 2024 14m 25s

Welcome to this episode of Resourceful Designer, where I explore the topic of thick skin in the world of design. Reflecting on my 30+ years as a designer, I share the often unspoken truth about needing a resilient attitude to thrive in this ind

6 Pricing Hacks To Land Hesitant Clients

Jan 15th, 2024 31m 34s

Welcome to Resourceful Designer, the podcast where I explore the ins and outs of running a successful design business. In today's episode, titled "6 Pricing Hacks To Land Hesitant Clients," I share valuable strategies to influence clients into

Take Back Your Time With A Time Audit

Jan 8th, 2024 32m 5s

Welcome to episode 330 of Resourceful Designer, where I explores the concept of reclaiming lost time through a "time audit." J Listen as I delve into the benefits of identifying and eliminating time-wasting activities to make room for more mean

A Look Back - A Look Ahead - 2023 Edition

Dec 18th, 2023 29m 4s

A look back at 2023 and a look ahead to 2024. Thank you for your continued interest in what I do at Resourceful Designer. I appreciate you more than you know. Many great resources are available for learning and growing as a designer, and I’m hu

Using Pitch Work To Grow Your Design Business

Dec 4th, 2023 23m 46s

In this episode of Resourceful Designer, I explore the concept of pitch work as a powerful tool for growing your design business. I explain the difference between pitch work and spec work, detailing how pitch work involves presenting work to a

10 Steps Toward Design Business Success

Nov 20th, 2023 23m 56s

Welcome back to Resourceful Designer! In today's episode, titled "10 Steps Toward Design Business Success," I have an incredible lineup of tips and strategies to share with you. Whether you're just starting in the design industry or looking

Tell Your Design Clients What You Do - RD326

Nov 13th, 2023 21m 8s

Welcome to episode 326 of Resourceful Designer. In this episode, I highlight the importance of informing your clients about your full range of services. Drawing from my own experiences, I emphasize how clients may not be fully aware of every

Logo Package Swatch with Michael Bruny-Groth

Nov 6th, 2023 45m 24s

Welcome back to another episode of Resourceful Designer! In today's episode, I welcomes a special guest, Michael Bruny-Groth, the creator of Logo Package Express, Logo Package Portal, and the newest addition to the Logo Package family, Logo

You Are An Expert

Oct 30th, 2023 17m 16s

Welcome to episode 324 of Resourceful Designer, titled "You Are An Expert." In today's episode, I share a personal story that taught him a valuable lesson about business. It may not be a story about design or web development, but it's one th

The Most Important Question To Ask Design Clients

Oct 23rd, 2023 24m 36s

Welcome back to Resourceful Designer! In today's episode titled "The Most Important Question You Can Ask Your Design Client," I reveal a simple question that can transform your design projects. The question that toddlers ask incessantly can

Designing Success: Applying 'Selling the Invisible' to Your Graphic Design Business

Oct 16th, 2023 16m 15s

In this episode of Resourceful Designer, I delve into the world of modern marketing and share my insights from the influential book, Selling the Invisible: A Field Guide to Modern Marketing by Harry Beckwith. Discover how the principles out

Beyond The clock: The Pitfalls of Hourly Rates for Designers

Oct 9th, 2023 22m 52s

On today's episode of Resourceful Designer, I discuss the pitfalls of hourly rates for designers. Inspired by a conversation in a design-related Facebook group, I explore the common practice of billing by the hour and the negative impact it can

Navigating Pro Bono Design Work for Non-Profits and Charities

Oct 2nd, 2023 28m 27s

Hey, design enthusiasts! In this episode, we're diving into the world of pro bono design work for nonprofits and charities. We'll demystify the differences between nonprofits and charities, debunk the budget myth, and explore the pros and cons

The Curse Of Knowledge

Sep 25th, 2023 17m 18s

In this episode, I'm diving deep into a topic that hits close to home for many of us in the design world: the Curse of Knowledge. I'm sharing personal experiences, like insider knowledge and navigating design jargon, to shed light on how

You Can't Read The Label From Inside The Jar - RD318

Sep 18th, 2023 20m 2s

Welcome to Resourceful Designer, the podcast that helps designers thrive in their creative careers. In today's episode, titled "You Can't Read The Label From Inside The Jar," host Mark delves into the importance of seeking feedback and invol

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Jul 10th, 2023 49m 53s

In this episode of Resourceful Designer, I'm joined by special guest Ian Paget of LogoGeek, author of the new book Make A Living Designing Logos. Ian shares the story behind writing his book and how it can benefit anyone in the design space, ev