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Finding legit web design business tips online is like trying to find your kids tiny dinosaur toy after he threw it into a muddy lake. In other words, it’s hard. I know from experience. Both the dinosaur and the web design tips. But, after over a decade of working as a web designer and building […]

Let’s be honest. One of your biggest goals in becoming a web designer was learning how to get high paying web design clients. You didn’t start this thing so you could scrape together $300 landing page gigs from Craigslist. You started because you believed you could make good money doing creative work that actually matters […]

If you’re wondering how to make a career change in your 30s, you’re not alone. A lot of people hit a point where they realize the path they’ve been on isn’t sustainable—or maybe it’s just not the right fit anymore. That’s exactly what happened to me. For over a decade, I was a full-time worship […]

I always use a web design project management template to keep my projects running smoothly from start to finish. Why? Because, Starting a web design project without a plan is like building a house without blueprints—it’s a recipe for disaster. Without it, you risk endless revisions, missed deadlines, and frustrated clients. In this guide, I’ll […]

Web design is complex. You’ve gotta know code, design, digital marketing. The list goes on and on. But, what are the main web design principles for beginners? What’s the good stuff. The meat and potatoes? I’ve had over 10 years of experience in web design. And, I’ve done my darndest to condense everything you need […]

Thinking about starting web design in 2025? You’re not alone. You’ve picked a pretty exciting time to enter the industry. 10 years ago I learned web design in my free time and then went on to change careers in my 30’s. Web design is evolving rapidly, with AI, automation, and shifting client expectations reshaping how […]

If you’ve ever been frustrated by the question, “How much should I charge for a website design?” I feel you. The differences in prices some people charge for a website is staggering. One person will ask for $500 ANOTHER will ask for $50,000. And, there’s all sorts of levels in between there. So, how do […]

Hey! You know that website you thought was going to be an easy project? The reason it’s not, and the reason you’re frustrated is because you botched the website discovery process. Listen, it happens to all web designers. It’s happened to me MUCH more often than I’d like to admit. Maybe it’s my ADHD. Maybe […]

Being an ADHD business owner comes with it’s fair set of challenges BUT, surprisingly, it can also be a super power. How would I know? In 2022 I found out that I myself am an ADHD business owner. You wanna know how I found out? Instagram. I was happily scrolling along through my reels and […]

I’m gonna be honest with you. It’s taken me a while to cultivate the skills necessary to deliver what I would consider “creative web design.” If early images of my portfolio are any indication that no one is a lost cause for building creative websites then allow me to painfully show you what my first […]