Affluent Creative Articles

Building a robust circle of influence is a foundational element of your creative design firm’s success. Yet, very few designers actually know how to cultivate this circle or are neglecting the circle … [Read more...] about Building Your Circle of Influence and Income

Bad habits can hinder productivity, revenue, and client satisfaction, while good habits can propel a business to new heights. By identifying and breaking free from bad habits in these areas, you can … [Read more...] about When Bad Habits Happen to Good Designers

Landing clients in the design industry can be challenging; sometimes, even when your price is right, you may still struggle to get hired. When you're working at the right end of the market, it’s … [Read more...] about 15 Reasons You May Not Be Getting Hired

Do you often find yourself saying, "I never have enough time," "I'm always so busy," or "I can't keep up"? When we constantly worry about feeling overwhelmed or not having sufficient hours in a day to … [Read more...] about Manage Your Time like a Master

As designers, we’ve got to remember that while we are used to the stress and frustration of the design process, our clients aren't. But, if you are following the most important keys to communication, … [Read more...] about The 20 Keys to Effective Client Communication

You have the ability to envision, create, and orchestrate things in ways that others might deem impossible for themselves. When your clients see your expertise, they treat your services differently. … [Read more...] about How To Be Your Design Client’s Superhero

In our ever-changing economy, there are going to be times when the word-of-mouth we rely on for lead generation goes radio silent. If you don't have other marketing engines ignited and running in your … [Read more...] about Is Your Marketing Working?

Pablo Picasso once said, “Only put off until tomorrow what you're willing to die having left undone.” There is so much truth in this little nugget of wisdom: so often we never actually finish those … [Read more...] about How To Reclaim Your Productivity & Profit From Procrastination

High Point is one of those rare places where you really can connect with designers at every level of the market and from anywhere in the world. When you are around your people you can let your guard … [Read more...] about Designer Tips to Maximize High Point Market Experience