Hey! We're Kris and Donna, and we love having honest, open conversations about running a graphic design business.
We've been graphic designers and educators for the past 2 decades and have both run multiple-six figure graphic design businesses. We have Experienced. It. All—the highs and the lows of success. In this space, we will share all things Graphic Design business. The do's, the don'ts, tips, secret sauces, and a whole lot more. Bottom line—we are on a mission to help Graphic Designers thrive in business.
Our aim with this podcast is to provide valuable insights and strategies so you can take them and apply them to build your own successful graphic design business.
If you have a graphic design business problem that you'd like us to unpack in a future episode, email us at team@designandprosper.co. We'd love to hear from you.
145. Closing a beautiful chapter: Reflecting on our D&P journey and what's next
Design and Prosper creators, Joanne Wilson & Rachel Petersen, reflect on their five-year podcast journey, sharing pivotal moments and insights for the design community.
22 Nov 2024
144. BIG CHANGES and your Academy q's answered (this will be our last round ever!)
Emily T. Clark and Ryan Levesque answer burning questions about The Academy, providing insights on ideal business direction, client acquisition, and pricing strategy for designers of all levels.
18 Aug 2024
143. Designer Q&A! Sharing Personal Vulnerabilities, Demanding Retainer Clients, and Profitability Dilemma
In episode 143, we’re diving into designer questions!
Question 1: Should you share personal vulnerabilities with clients?
We chat about the growing trend of sharing personal stories in business and whether it’s something you should embrace.
Question 2: How do you handle a demanding retainer client?
One of our listeners is dealing with a client who’s taking up two to three days of their week. We discuss setting clear boundaries, creating a client portal to streamline communication, and whether it’s time to reassess the profitability of that retainer.
Question 3: How do you overcome the belief that your target clients can’t afford your services?
We know how frustrating it can be when potential clients balk at your pricing. We’ll talk through how to explore different client segments, communicate the true value of your services, and tweak your pricing strategy to suit a range of budgets without compromising on your passion.
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Episode 37: Ditch the Dirty F Word in your graphic design business
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/36-what-courage-looks-like-in-a-graphic-design-business/id1523004678?i=1000525708900
Episode 61. Graphic Design Pricing: What to do when clients can't afford you
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/graphic-design-pricing-what-to-do-when-clients-cant/id1523004678?i=1000571451736
Episode 123: Your Pricing Isn't The Problem - Why your clients aren't saying ’Yes’
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/design-and-prosper/id1523004678?i=1000644751674
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