Tips

We share insider tips, invaluable advice and insight to help you at every stage of your creative career. That's whether you've just graduated, started a new job, gone freelance or launched a new business.

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Don't let work overwhelm you: top tips from creatives for protecting your mental health

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'It's bad, it's gone quiet': how to rescue your freelancing if this is happening to you

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How to sell yourself as a freelancer in 2023

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16 frequently asked questions answered to help you become a graphic designer

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Creatives reveal how they found their best clients

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'Start Yesterday': 7 female founders share their tips for success in the creative industry

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Creative freelancers reveal their rates and share top tips for pricing your work

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27 February 2023

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Practical steps creatives can take when freelance work goes quiet

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20 February 2023

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Career

Lost your passion? Here's how to fall back in love with your creative work

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13 February 2023

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Showcasing illustration work: how to create your best portfolio

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7 February 2023

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Why clients often undervalue graphic design (and how to persuade them otherwise)

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6 February 2023

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Going back to the office? Here's how to adjust after many years spent working remotely

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26 January 2023

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How to get back into the swing of freelancing after the festive break

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11 important lessons creatives have learned to help you thrive in 2023

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15 December 2022

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12 designers share their creative resolutions for 2023

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6 December 2022

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Four insider tips from a leading design journalist to help you get media coverage

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28 November 2022

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Dealing with feedback: The five-step plan to positively tackle criticism of your work

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10 November 2022

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Career

Doing things that scare us: the things that unexpectedly build confidence

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25 October 2022

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5 rookie mistakes freelancers make that damage a reputation and chance of success

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18 October 2022

How to become a graphic designer in less than a year

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17 October 2022

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Staying motivated this winter: tricks from creatives to help your mental health

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10 October 2022

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Seven deadly-difficult client types, and how to deal with them

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How to beat the competition as a creative freelancer

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21 September 2022

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How creative freelancers can save some much-needed cash this winter

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13 September 2022

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