In episode 61 of the Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast, we dive deep into the world of design entrepreneurship with Courtney, the owner of

You will learn:

Tune is and let me know what you think about this episode by DMing me on Instagram @aventiveacademy

Courtney’s website: https://courtneymarieco.com/

Courtney’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymarie.me/

Resources:

The Wealthy Client Blueprint: https://aventiveacademy.com/wealthy-client/

Connect with Kady on Instagram @aventiveacademy

Our 12-week Profitable Designer Program helps design business owners grow their business to 5-figure months so they can have the freedom and lifestyle they desire. Join 300+ designers aventiveacademy.com/make-money

In episode 60 of the Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jamie Brindle, a freelancer who started his career at the age of 17 and now runs a successful creative studio with his wife in Los Angeles, CA. Jamie has worked with major household brands, Fortune 500 companies, and various agencies across the country. He has also directed and produced content featured on Showtime, Hulu, Netflix, and iTunes.

Tune in to this episode to learn from Jamie's experiences and insights.

Resources:

Your First $20k Design Client: https://aventiveacademy.com/your-first-20k-client/ 

12-Week Business Program for Designers: https://aventiveacademy.com/make-money

The Creative CEO Coaching & Mastermind: https://aventiveacademy.com/mastermind/

Welcome to The Profitable Graphic Designer podcast, where I help designers build thriving businesses.

In episode #59, I discussed the importance of diversifying your income streams and explored different ways to create passive income and additional revenue streams as a brand, graphic or web designer. As a designer myself, I knew firsthand the challenges of relying solely on client work and the benefits of exploring different income streams. That's why I was excited to share my insights and expertise with you. Join me as we explore the different ways you can generate passive income, offer coaching or consulting services, explore speaking engagements, sell physical products featuring your designs, and more.

Resources:

$20k months as a graphic designer – blueprint: https://bit.ly/3lN3xVS

Connect with Kady on Instagram @aventiveacademy

Our 12-week Profitable Designer Program helps design business owners grow their business to 5-figure months so they can have the freedom and lifestyle they desire. Join 300+ designers aventiveacademy.com/make-money

In this episode of The Profitable Designer Podcast, we sit down to talk to David, the founder of Nebula Snacks. He could potentially be a client to a brand, graphic, or web designer. 😊

In episode #58, Kady asks him a lot of questions about how he got his logo designed, his packaging, website, and other visuals for the brand. As a designer, this is your opportunity to gain insight into the client's perspective and hear whether every client needs a designer.

Tune in and let us know what you think by DMing us on Instagram: @aventiveacademy

Our 12-week Profitable Designer Program helps design business owners grow their business to 5-figure months so they can have the freedom and lifestyle they desire. Join 300+ designers aventiveacademy.com/make-money

Welcome to The Profitable Graphic Designer podcast!

In this episode #57, you'll learn three strategies that helped me raise my rates the most. As a design business owner, I've experienced firsthand how challenging it can be to increase your rates. That's why I'm excited to share my personal experience, tips, and examples to help you attract more ideal clients and increase your profitability.

Resources:

$20k months as a graphic designer – blueprint: https://bit.ly/3lN3xVS

Connect with me on Instagram @aventiveacademy

Our 12-week Profitable Designer Program helps design business owners grow their businesses to 5-figure months so they can have the

In this episode, we sit down with Andrea, a successful business owner in the skincare industry, to discuss her experience with finding and working with designers to create her brand. As a designer, this is your opportunity to gain insight into the client's perspective and learn what they value in a designer.

If you are trying to get high-ticket design clients, check out our free masterclass:

https://aventiveacademy.com/attract-clients-workshop/

In episode 55 of The Profitable Graphic Designer podcast, business coach Kady Sandel explores the topic of cold emailing and whether it really works to land graphic, brand, and web design clients.

She delves into the benefits of cold emailing for designers, including the ability to connect with potential clients who wouldn't have otherwise been accessible.

Additionally, Kady discusses the process of cold emailing for designers, the do's and don'ts to remember, as well as how to follow-up without feeling annoying. She also covers the potential downsides of cold emailing, including the risk of being ignored or considered spam.

Resources:

What’s the best high-ticket marketing strategy for your design business? Take our quiz to find out: https://bit.ly/3lN3xVS

Connect with Kady on Instagram @aventiveacademy

Our 12-week Profitable Designer Program helps designers sign $10k+ clients and scale into six-figure design agencies so they can have the freedom and lifestyle they desire. Join us at aventiveacademy.com/make-money

Are you struggling to figure out how much you should charge for your graphic, brand, or web design services?

In this episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer podcast, business coach Kady Sandel breaks down your options and shows you how to set up your rates so you can stop undercharging and start being paid your worth.

Learn what factors you should consider when setting your rates – using not only the time the project will take, but also metrics that harder to quantify like your creative expertise and the client’s expected results.

Kady covers whether you should ever use hourly pricing, how to start implementing value-based pricing, how to communicate your rates to your dream clients, and more! By the end, you'll have a better understanding of how to increase your profits through your pricing so you never feel underpaid and overworked again.

Resources:

What’s the best high-ticket marketing strategy for your design business? Take our quiz to find out: https://bit.ly/3lN3xVS

Connect with Kady on Instagram @aventiveacademy

Our 12-week Profitable Designer Program helps designers sign $10k+ clients and scale into six-figure design agencies so they can have the freedom and lifestyle they desire. Join us at aventiveacademy.com/make-money

Many designers (and other creatives!) are concerned about the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the design industry.

In this episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer podcast, Kady Sandel shows you how AI can assist designers in the creative process, using a case study from behind the scenes of her branding agency to illustrate the benefits of incorporating AI into your workflow!

Additionally, Kady talks about future implications of AI in the design industry and shares tips to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving field. You'll discover examples of how you can utilize AI in your business to save time and work in your zone of genius.

Resources:

What’s the best high-ticket marketing strategy for your design business? Take our quiz to find out: https://bit.ly/3lN3xVS

Connect with Kady on Instagram @aventiveacademy

Our 12-week Profitable Designer Program helps designers sign $10k+ clients and scale into six-figure design agencies so they can have the freedom and lifestyle they desire. Join us at aventiveacademy.com/make-money

Are you tired of clients ghosting you after you've invested time and effort in pitching your design services?

In this episode, business coach Kady Sandel explores the most common reasons behind client ghosting and shares what you can do to prevent it from happening to you. As a graphic, brand, or web design business owner, understanding why clients ghost you is essential to growing your business and making sure it happens less frequently.

We also discuss the importance of pricing strategy and how it can impact your client responses, plus how to offer value beyond your design services to attract and retain clients. Tune in!

Resources:

What’s the best high-ticket marketing strategy for your design business? Take our quiz to find out: https://bit.ly/3lN3xVS

Connect with Kady on Instagram @aventiveacademy

Our 12-week Profitable Designer Program helps designers sign $10k+ clients and scale into six-figure design agencies so they can have the freedom and lifestyle they desire. Join us at aventiveacademy.com/make-money