Design and Prosper

Join our free live Masterclass "Pathway to Profit" and discover 5 graphic design business models that *really* work. 🚀 https://www.designandprosper.co/masterclass This is an Ask Kris & Donna episode where we answer a question from a lovely designer, Sarah Kelly, who has asked the following question: Do clients really want to see my process work? I was taught at university to share it all, as time goes on I have been less inclined to do so. Sharing my ideation process in my client branding presentation can feel like it is too much information for the client...mind maps, brainstorming, sketches...it's a lot! Would it not be better to keep them focused on the one design concept/solution being provided? Thank you, Sarah Transcript coming soon! Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here: https://www.designandprosper.co/podcast Free resources for designers: 👀 https://www. designandprosper.co/free Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__ With love, Kris & Donna xo

Join our free live Masterclass "Pathway to Profit" and discover 5 graphic design business models that *really* work. 🚀 https://www.designandprosper.co/masterclass Are you running a design business but you’re feeling unhappy and unfulfilled? There are lots of reasons why this can be the case but in this episode we’ve identified 5 key reasons why and how to fix them. We've been there and we’ve felt it. It can be hard to get the balance right, but over many years we have discovered some key things that need to be in place in order for a graphic design business to be successful. Transcript coming soon! Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here: https://www.designandprosper.co/podcast Free resources for designers: 👀 https://www. designandprosper.co/free Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__ With love, Kris & Donna xo

Join our free live Masterclass "Pathway to Profit" and discover 5 graphic design business models that *really* work. 🚀 https://www.designandprosper.co/masterclass In today’s episode we are talking all about case studies and why they are so powerful for graphic, web and brand designers to use as part of their content strategy. We also run through exactly how to put together your own client case studies. Case studies are such an important tool in your marketing and content toolkit - they showcase your design expertise, build trust with potential clients, and drive new business & conversions. Even if you are just starting out in business or have never created a case study before, fear not, because the information you are going to learn in this episode starts at the very beginning of the client journey. So this can start with your very next client. 🙌 For transcript click here. Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here: https://www.designandprosper.co/podcast Free resources for designers: 👀 https://www. designandprosper.co/free Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__ With love, Kris & Donna xo

Do you feel pushed for time in your graphic design business? Well in today’s episode we have 10 time saving systems you need to implement in your business to get some of your precious time back. We cover strategies such as batching tasks, using automation and integration tools like Zapier and Dubsado, developing your inspiration and templates library, implementing a project management system and so much more. 🤗 Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Book in a free 20 minute consultation: https://designandprosper.co/bookafreechat Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this ’Ask Kris and Donna’ episode we answer a question from Taylor, a graphic design business owner who is curious about whether focusing on a niche and turning away unrelated work is going to be beneficial. View the transcript here. Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Free resources for designers: 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__ With love, Kris & Donna xo

In this episode we are talking about pricing, in particular - LOW pricing. While it can be tempting to charge lower prices for your design services, (especially when you are just starting out), there can be negative consequences for you, your client and the industry at large. Let’s chat about this! Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S View the transcript here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this ’Ask Kris & Don’ episode we answer a very relatable question from Claire, who has a client who wants a cheaper design because they have provided a sketch of what they want. This is a situation that most designers dread, so we chat about ways to handle client requests for budget-friendly designs while maintaining design integrity. Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S View the transcript here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this episode we are talking about how to convince your clients to invest in branding and why it's more important than ever before for businesses to invest in professional, strategic, considered branding, even in an economic downturn. We chat about some of the silly branding fiasco's that have been going viral and how to leverage these examples to demonstrate the importance of using the services of professional design and branding experts. Here are the links to some of the branding mishaps we mentioned in this epsiode: Digitally altered royal photo Willy's Chocolate Experience Fiasco Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

Ever wonder what might be missing from your design estimates? In this episode, we explore 7 key elements that could be impacting your profit margins. We talk to designers all the time, and a common theme emerges: many valuable services and components of design projects don't get charged for. The beautiful, thoughtful touches you bring to your projects – they deserve to be recognized. There are countless tasks designers perform that can become overlooked. We might think, "This is just part of the job." But it's not. These tasks are your secret sauce – the expertise your clients rely on to achieve project success. Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this ’Ask Kris & Don’ quickie episode we answer a question from a designer who feels held back because they believe they cannot draw. We have strong opinions on this one! Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

Have you ever been in a pickle in your design business and wondered ’What would Kris & Don do?’ Well in a slight twist to that question, in this episode we are running through 20 things that we would NEVER do as design business owners. (You get to learn from our mistakes because YES we have done these things in the past and have realised the error of our ways.) Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this Ask Kris & Don quickie episode we answer a question from a Sinéad, who has a startup graphic design business but is looking to apply for design jobs on the side. Sinéad's big question is, do I share my business portfolio with potential employers? Thank you Sinead for your great question! Do you have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

If you’re struggling to get clients to sign off on your design proposals and you’re worried that your prices are too high, this episode is for you! Pricing design projects can feel complex and can be also fraught with emotion — listen in to hear us explore the pricing pyschology behind what motivates some clients to say yes, and others to say no. Click here to grab your FREE ticket for The Designer Boss Summit! Over 3 days with 20+ international speakers you will learn and level up in your web or graphic design biz so you can streamline systems & processes, charge your worth & attract your dream clients. It's all happening 14-16 February 2024. Free training mentioned in this episode: Premium Pricing For Graphic Designers Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this Ask Kris & Don quickie episode we answer a question from a Cassandra: "Hi Kris and Donna! I don't offer website design in my branding service because it's just not in my zone of genius. So how can I offer value in a higher price range without web design included? Is it possible to not offer web design or should I be collaborating with a web designer? Thanks in advance!" Thank you Cassnadra for your great question! Do you have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Click here to grab your FREE ticket for The Designer Boss Summit! Over 3 days with 20+ international speakers you will learn and level up in your web or graphic design biz so you can streamline systems & processes, charge your worth & attract your dream clients. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this episode we are delving into the topic of 'Interruptions'. So many designers face this issue on the daily and it can significantly impact your productivity, creativity, stress levels AND profit! So we've got some strategies for how to start identifying your time sucks and to nip these interruptions in the bud. Click here to grab your FREE ticket for The Designer Boss Summit! Over 3 days with 20+ international speakers you will learn and level up in your web or graphic design biz so you can streamline systems & processes, charge your worth & attract your dream clients. It's all happening 14-16 February 2024. Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this Ask Kris & Don episode we answer a question from a designer who has a project being delayed due to seemingly endless ’last-minute’ changes by the client. It’s time to rein this project in! We talk about ways to keep projects on track, avoid scope creep and establish boundaries for revisions. Click here to grab your FREE ticket for The Designer Boss Summit! Over 3 days with 20+ international speakers you will learn and level up in your web or graphic design biz so you can streamline systems & processes, charge your worth & attract your dream clients. Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this episode we chat all about targeting cold leads. Do we recommend it? Are there ways to do it that don’t suck? Let’s chat about this! Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

In this Ask Kris & Don Q&A quickie episode we answer a question from a member of our community who had a client request for a design that was based off a concept made by a relative/friend. We've certainly experienced this before and we are betting so many of you can relate to this question as well! Listen in to hear how we'd handle it, while staying respectful and NOT losing your cool. 😅 Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

The Design & Prosper Academy Doors are open for a limited time! https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - In this episode we chat about the key differences between successful and struggling designers We have worked extensively with designers for decades now a huge part of success is mindset related. Listen in for our ten key differences because awareness is the first step towards building a business (and life) that works! Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__

The Design & Prosper Academy Doors are open for a limited time! https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy ✨ Looking to up-level your graphic design business with elevated systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support? We run our business school for graphic, web and brand designers three times a year. We can't wait to help you step into the business of your dreams. - - - - - In this Ask Kris & Don episode we did a rapid style Q&A and answered the burning questions from graphic design business owners! Here's what we covered: QUESTION 1: With so much content out there and an overwhelming amount on strategic questions, what key questions do you feel is enough to ask at that first client call - where you are assessing fit, budget and their needs to create a proposal and keep it under 2 hours! QUESTION 2: How to charge when you start out? Premium? Lower to get clients, and increase overtime? What is a reasonable amount QUESTION 3: How do I find aligned clients that want me for my unique offering - instead of clients who 'just need a logo' lol? QUESTION 4: How do I find the clients that can book in at that price and also align with the way I do business and the values that I have? QUESTION 5: I’m just starting out so how do you even set up prices let alone charge premium prices! QUESTION 6: How do I make time to have solid branding for my business instead of focusing on my client work? QUESTION 7: Do you do the copywriting as well or just the designs? Have a question you'd like us to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit it here. Much love, Kris & Donna xo P.S For transcript click here. - - - - - Free resources for designers 👀 https://designandprosper.co/free - - - - - Are we friends on instagram yet? 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/designandprosper__