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Practice Management
There are techniques that you can use to be productive so that you can do what you love to do.
As designers, we need to have the information we need at our fingertips. In an ideal world, we would simply be designing, have no deadlines and would always be paid.
The good news is that there are many ways to increase your productivity. You can automate the forms, contracts, and invoices so that you can focus on what you love doing — designing. You can organize your files so that everything you need is at your fingertips. You can also learn how to manage your time to make the most of it.
We'll show you how to be productive
We’ll provide you with all the articles, assessments, checklists, templates and tutorials to automate your business. Be productive by learning these essentials:
- Automation: We'll show you how to automate regular tasks with checklists, contracts, forms, proposals, templates and worksheets.
- Organization: You must have all the information you need at your fingertips. You'll learn about organizing systems and implementing the one that is ideal for you and your style. We'll show you how to organize your computer files, paper files and your swipe file!
- File management: Implement a super-easy system to keep all the necessary files required for each design. You will quickly be able to locate them, and have everything you need to use them — even 5 years from now!
- Time Management: Master the basics of managing your time to make the most of your day, automate the repetitive part, and focus on what you love to do.
Enjoy immediate access to the following productivity secrets:
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Strategies for getting paid on time — everytime
When working for others, you get paid every two weeks. It doesn't matter if you finish a job or not. You are guaranteed a paycheck. The biggest hassle I had when I started freelancing was getting paid. The responsibility of whether I did or not was solely on me. It's all about expectations… Set your price, agree on a payment schedule, and stick to it! . . . READ ON >
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Do your business practices need a makeover?
Perhaps you are in a situation where you've noticed that your business could use a makeover. There are many ways to revitalize and transform your graphic design business. To this end, I've created a 3-part article on deciding if you need a makeover for all your needs. . . . READ ON >
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Laying out your office for maximum productivity
Your home office can be as basic or extravagant as you want it to be. The way you lay out your office will determine how productive you will be. The key is to customize it and tailor it to the way you work. Your office has to be laid out in such a fashion that everything is at your fingertips and you can concentrate on your work and not on ruffling through papers looking for something or having to walk across the office to your printer. It must be accessible, a place you enjoy and feel comfortable, but it must also enable you to be efficient. . . . READ ON >
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Designing your home office efficiently
Once you have decided to take the leap and work from home, you must create a space that makes it easy for you to get work done in. Your home office should be inspiring to work in and a well-designed one will help you be even more efficient. You also need to equip your office with all the supplies you'll be needing. Let's go over what you need to create the perfect and well-stocked office for you. And of course, hidden places in your home you can put your office. . . . READ ON >
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