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Launching a website is such an adrenaline rush. It’s the cumulation of your vision, purpose, creative expression, and hope for connection with your ideal clients. However, it’s easy to get lost in the branding colours, logos, images, and copywriting and completely forget about some of the most critical elements… those legal requirements for websites that […]

It all starts with a vision. One of the first things I establish with my design clients is a clear vision statement for their brand. This brief bio is foundational for everything we create moving forward – and today I’d love to share my brand vision formula with you! The Brand Vision Formula Above everything […]

What is Ship 30 for 30? Ship 30 for 30 is a cohort-based course that has taught over 7,000 students the fundamentals of writing on the internet. But unlike other writing programs, the Ship 30 for 30 course gets you actively writing and publishing every day. You’ll ship 30 pieces of original content in 30 […]

It’s only natural to compare ourselves to others. When you are in the early stages of a new small business, it’s tempting to look at what others are doing and follow the crowd. You don’t want to do the wrong thing but you understand that blending in won’t get you far. As a brand designer, […]

Working with a web designer should be a fun and uplifting experience. It often means you’ve been in your business for a few years and are starting to see great success. You have a clear understanding of your clientele and need a website that hones in on their pain points and desires. You’re ready for […]

We see client reviews on practically every website that’s got something to sell. Have you ever wondered why? Good Client Reviews Matter Positive testimonials make a difference in securing work as a service provider. But, how do you get solid feedback you can actually use? Introducing The Client Success Story What if we aimed to […]

Building credibility online is an essential part of marketing yourself as a service provider. Trust is hard to earn when there is a sea of others offering similar services. Proving yourself can take time but there are ways to build credibility on your website and show you’re a trusted advisor. Here’s how: #1 – Media […]

In my past life, I worked for 10+ years at a large telecommunications company. While the pay and benefits were okay, I often felt isolated and alone – like no one understood me and my contributions didn’t matter. So, I switched careers and started my own branding & web design studio. Since 2018, I have […]

Do you consider yourself to be a thought leader? Thought Leader: defined by Oxford as one whose views on a subject are taken to be authoritative and influential. When I first started my web design business, I launched my blog & email list because all the online experts said that I should. When you don’t know any […]

If you’ve ever been curious what it would be like working with a designer, then today’s post is for you! I’m sharing my complete brand design process from start to finish. From client discovery to the delivery of the final brand style guide & logo files, here’s what to expect when working with me! Brand […]

Have you ever thought about why certain things belong on your website? I’m a firm believer that every element should serve a purpose, otherwise, it’s just clutter! ⁠If you’re selling a product or service, then your website needs to cater to how your customer makes decisions. And not all decision maker types are the same. […]

A couple of weeks ago, I attended a virtual field trip on how to shape your thoughts through poetry with the Napkin Poetry Review. Not only was it fascinating to learn about the benefits of a poetry habit for business owners like ourselves, but I also discovered a big milestone… The simple trunk – a […]