Clients don’t come with a manual — and neither do we.
So when a project goes sideways, it’s usually not about the design… it’s about the gap between what we know and what our clients think happens behind the scenes.

In this episode, we dive into one of the most overlooked parts of our job as designers: educating our clients.

Not blaming them. 

Not rolling our eyes behind the scenes.

But guiding them with clarity, simple language, realistic timelines, and boundaries that make the whole process smoother for both sides.

If you’ve ever wondered why clients “don’t get it,” or you’re tired of repeating the same things on every project, this conversation will feel grounding, honest, and a little freeing.

We talk about:
• why clients don’t automatically understand design
• what we actually owe them before, during, and after a project
• how better education creates better collaborations
• and the mindset shift that changed my whole business

→ Show notes, 🖤, and links mentioned are waiting for you here: https://kunshuis.com/2025/11/20/educating-your-clients/

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