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Have you ever been in a pickle in your design business and wondered ’What would Kris & Don do?’  Well in a slight twist to that question, in this episode we are running through 20 things that we would NEVER do as design business owners. (You get to learn from our mistakes because YES we have done these things in the past and have realised the error of our ways.) Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love,  Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here.  - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.  - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this Ask Kris & Don quickie episode we answer a question from a Sinéad, who has a startup graphic design business but is looking to apply for design jobs on the side. Sinéad's big question is, do I share my business portfolio with potential employers?  Thank you Sinead for your great question!  Do you have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here.   Much love,  Kris & Donna xo   P.S For transcript click here. - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.  - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

If you’re struggling to get clients to sign off on your design proposals and you’re worried that your prices are too high, this episode is for you! Pricing design projects can feel complex and can be also fraught with emotion — listen in to hear us explore the pricing pyschology behind what motivates some clients to say yes, and others to say no.  Click here to grab your FREE ticket for The Designer Boss Summit!  Over 3 days with 20+ international speakers you will learn and level up in your web or graphic design biz so you can streamline systems & processes, charge your worth & attract your dream clients. It's all happening 14-16 February 2024. Free training mentioned in this episode: Premium Pricing For Graphic Designers   Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love,  Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.  - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this Ask Kris & Don quickie episode we answer a question from a Cassandra: "Hi Kris and Donna! I don't offer website design in my branding service because it's just not in my zone of genius. So how can I offer value in a higher price range without web design included? Is it possible to not offer web design or should I be collaborating with a web designer? Thanks in advance!" Thank you Cassnadra for your great question!  Do you have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Click here to grab your FREE ticket for The Designer Boss Summit!  Over 3 days with 20+ international speakers you will learn and level up in your web or graphic design biz so you can streamline systems & processes, charge your worth & attract your dream clients. Much love,  Kris & Donna xo   P.S For transcript click here. - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.  - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this episode we are delving into the topic of 'Interruptions'.  So many designers face this issue on the daily and it can significantly impact your productivity, creativity, stress levels AND profit! So we've got some strategies for how to start identifying your time sucks and to nip these interruptions in the bud.  Click here to grab your FREE ticket for The Designer Boss Summit!  Over 3 days with 20+ international speakers you will learn and level up in your web or graphic design biz so you can streamline systems & processes, charge your worth & attract your dream clients. It's all happening 14-16 February 2024. Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love,  Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.  - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this Ask Kris & Don episode we answer a question from a designer who has a project being delayed due to seemingly endless ’last-minute’ changes by the client. It’s time to rein this project in! We talk about ways to keep projects on track, avoid scope creep and establish boundaries for revisions. Click here to grab your FREE ticket for The Designer Boss Summit!  Over 3 days with 20+ international speakers you will learn and level up in your web or graphic design biz so you can streamline systems & processes, charge your worth & attract your dream clients.   Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love,  Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.  - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__  

In this episode we chat all about targeting cold leads. Do we recommend it? Are there ways to do it that don’t suck? Let’s chat about this! Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here - - - - -    https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.  - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - -   Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

  In this Ask Kris & Don Q&A quickie episode we answer a question from a member of our community who had a client request for a design that was based off a concept made by a relative/friend.   We've certainly experienced this before and we are betting so many of you can relate to this question as well!  Listen in to hear how we'd handle it, while staying respectful and NOT losing your cool. 😅 Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here.  Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.  - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__      

The Design & Prosper Academy Doors are open for a limited time!  https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.    - - - - -  In this episode we chat about the key differences between successful and struggling designers We have worked extensively with designers for decades now a huge part of success is mindset related. Listen in for our ten key differences because awareness is the first step towards building a business (and life) that works!  Much love, Kris & Donna xo   P.S For transcript click here.     - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - -   Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__  

The Design & Prosper Academy Doors are open for a limited time!  https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.    - - - - -    In this Ask Kris & Don episode we did a rapid style Q&A and answered the burning questions from graphic design business owners! Here's what we covered: QUESTION 1:  With so much content out there and an overwhelming amount on strategic questions, what key questions do you feel is enough to ask at that first client call - where you are assessing fit, budget and their needs to create a proposal and keep it under 2 hours! QUESTION 2: How to charge when you start out? Premium? Lower to get clients, and increase overtime? What is a reasonable amount QUESTION 3: How do I find aligned clients that want me for my unique offering - instead of clients who 'just need a logo' lol? QUESTION 4: How do I find the clients that can book in at that price and also align with the way I do business and the values that I have? QUESTION 5: I’m just starting out so how do you even set up prices let alone charge premium prices! QUESTION 6: How do I make  time to have solid branding for my business instead of focusing on my client work? QUESTION 7: Do you do the copywriting as well or just the designs? Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here.  Much love, Kris & Donna xo   P.S For transcript click here.  - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - -   Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__      

In this episode we delve into the essential business metrics every designer needs to track for success.  From marketing and lead generation, client project and fulfillment metrics, to business wellness (this one is especially important!) - tracking the *right* metrics will help you gain valuable insights to thrive in your design business. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here.  - - - - -    The Design & Prosper Academy Doors are open for a limited time!  https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.     We have a FREE live masterclass happening in January 2024! In ’Pathway to Profit: How to build a design business that *actually* works, we will be sharing 5 susatinable design business models that maximise profit and minimise your time.  Can't wait to meet you live! Sign up here: https://www.designandprosper.co/masterclass - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - -   Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__    

We have a FREE live masterclass happening in January 2024! In ’Pathway to Profit: How to build a design business that *really* works, we will be sharing 5 susatinable design business models that maximise profit and minimise your time.  Can't wait to meet you live! Sign up here: https://www.designandprosper.co/masterclass In this episode we answer a question from a listener named Yvette, who asked: "How would you advise going about to understanding your zone of genius?" This is such a great question! We're all about making sure your design business is sustainable for the long-term, so asking yourself some key questions to discover what comes naturally and effortlessly to you is really important. When you understand your innate talent (not just for design, but in business), it's going to lead to more success and satisfaction. Yes to that. 🙌 Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here.  Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here   - - - - -    https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams.   - - - - -  Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - -   Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__