When you're running a one-person business, work isn't the only thing competing for your time. There's still a house to clean, groceries to buy, a yard to maintain, a car to take care of, and all the other things that happen outside your office.

In this episode, I talk about why paying for help in your personal life can sometimes be one of the best investments you make in your time. This isn't about outsourcing parts of your business. It's about identifying the household chores and errands that take hours out of your week and deciding whether you'd rather pay someone else to handle them.

I'll share why having a regular housekeeper has been worth it for me, along with other ways to buy back time, such as grocery delivery, car detailing, and yard work. And those saved hours don't have to become billable hours. They can mean finishing a project earlier, spending time with your family, or simply getting your weekend back.

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Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, is the owner of WebCami LLC, a one-person web design agency in Seattle, Washington. She is the creator of WebDesignerHabits.com, a weekly habit series for small business web designers. Cami has developed over 700 websites in her career and manages more than 200 websites each month as a solopreneur. She is a former GoDaddy Pro Ambassador and co-hosted a WordPress Meetup in Seattle from 2018–2023.

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When was the last time you actually read your client contract from beginning to end? If it's been a few years, there's a good chance it no longer reflects how your business operates today.

In this episode, I share why I recently overhauled my own 12-page client agreement after more than 20 years in business. We talk about updating your contract for AI, accessibility, changing services, payment terms, project boundaries, and the lessons you've learned from past client projects.

Your contract isn't just there to protect you legally. It sets expectations, defines your process, and helps clients understand exactly how you work. Taking time to review it each year can prevent misunderstandings and make your projects run much more smoothly.

One of the resources I recommend is Monster Contracts. Their templates include current language around AI, accessibility, privacy, and other issues web designers should consider.
https://monstercontracts.com/ref/99/#get-started

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Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, is the owner of WebCami LLC, a one-person web design agency in Seattle, Washington. She is the creator of WebDesignerHabits.com, a weekly habit series for small business web designers. Cami has developed over 700 websites in her career and manages more than 200 websites each month as a solopreneur. She is a former GoDaddy Pro Ambassador and co-hosted a WordPress Meetup in Seattle from 2018–2023.

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For months, I have seen posts claiming that WordPress is dying and AI will replace web designers. Even when you understand that dramatic headlines are designed to attract attention, reading them repeatedly can still create doubt about your business.

In this episode, I talk about why it is important to stop reacting to someone else’s predictions and take a realistic look at what is happening in your own business. Review your inquiries, current projects, recent revenue, referrals, and client conversations before deciding that you need to change direction.

Your actual business activity is more useful than someone else’s opinion on social media. If clients are still reaching out, projects are moving forward, and referrals are coming in, do not let doom scrolling convince you that something is broken. Mind your own business and let your own data guide your next steps.

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Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, is the owner of WebCami LLC, a one-person web design agency in Seattle, Washington. She is the creator of WebDesignerHabits.com, a weekly habit series for small business web designers. Cami has developed over 700 websites in her career and manages more than 200 websites each month as a solopreneur. She is a former GoDaddy Pro Ambassador and co-hosted a WordPress Meetup in Seattle from 2018–2023.

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Do you find yourself answering client emails or making website updates on the weekend? It may seem like great customer service, but over time it teaches clients that you're available seven days a week.

In this episode, I share why setting weekend boundaries is one of the healthiest habits you can build as a web designer. You'll learn how to establish clear business hours, schedule emails to send on Monday, define what constitutes a true emergency, and avoid the temptation to check your inbox all weekend long.

Protecting your weekends isn't about doing less for your clients. It's about creating realistic expectations that allow you to recharge and return to work focused, creative, and ready to provide your best service. Healthy boundaries make you a better designer and a better business owner.

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Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, is the owner of WebCami LLC, a one-person web design agency in Seattle, Washington. She is the creator of WebDesignerHabits.com, a weekly habit series for small business web designers. Cami has developed over 700 websites in her career and manages more than 200 websites each month as a solopreneur. She is a former GoDaddy Pro Ambassador and co-hosted a WordPress Meetup in Seattle from 2018–2023.

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Feeling overwhelmed by an endless to-do list? One of the easiest ways to reduce stress and stay on top of your workload is to stop keeping tasks in your head—or on a growing list—and start putting them directly on your calendar.

In this episode, I share why calendaring your tasks has become one of my favorite productivity habits. You'll learn how assigning due dates to every task creates a clear roadmap for your week, helps prevent deadlines from slipping through the cracks, and makes it easier to stay focused on your priorities.

I'll also share why I use Google Tasks with Google Calendar, why I avoid assigning specific times to most tasks, and how keeping your system simple can actually make you more productive. The goal isn't to become better at managing tasks—it's to spend more time designing websites and serving your clients.

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Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, is the owner of WebCami LLC, a one-person web design agency in Seattle, Washington. She is the creator of WebDesignerHabits.com, a weekly habit series for small business web designers. Cami has developed over 700 websites in her career and manages more than 200 websites each month as a solopreneur. She is a former GoDaddy Pro Ambassador and co-hosted a WordPress Meetup in Seattle from 2018–2023.

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How is your business really doing this year? If you haven't looked at your numbers since tax season, now is the perfect time to check in.

In this episode, I talk about why running a mid-year revenue report is one of the most valuable habits you can build as a small business web designer. You'll review your revenue, compare it to last year, identify your biggest sources of income, and see whether you're on pace to reach your annual goals.

Don't wait until the end of the year to discover what could have been adjusted months earlier. Spending a little time with your financial reports now can help you make smarter decisions about pricing, marketing, and where to focus your energy during the second half of the year.

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Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, is the owner of WebCami LLC, a one-person web design agency in Seattle, Washington. She is the creator of WebDesignerHabits.com, a weekly habit series for small business web designers. Cami has developed over 700 websites in her career and manages more than 200 websites each month as a solopreneur. She is a former GoDaddy Pro Ambassador and co-hosted a WordPress Meetup in Seattle from 2018–2023.

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In this episode of Web Designer Habits, Cami talks about why using your voice instead of your keyboard can be such a powerful habit in your business.

As web designers, we spend a lot of time writing emails, proposals, website copy, documentation, social posts, and AI prompts. Voice dictation can help you get your ideas out faster and make your writing sound more natural. This week’s habit is to stop typing and start talking.

The next time you need to write an email, create an AI prompt, or brainstorm an idea, try using your voice first instead of your keyboard. It does not have to be perfect. Just get your thoughts out and clean them up afterward.

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Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, is the owner of WebCami LLC, a one-person web design agency in Seattle, Washington. She is the creator of WebDesignerHabits.com, a weekly habit series for small business web designers. Cami has developed over 700 websites in her career and manages more than 200 websites each month as a solopreneur. She is a former GoDaddy Pro and the original GoDaddy Pro Ambassador. She also previously co-hosted a beginner WordPress Meetup in Seattle from 2018 to 2023.

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In this episode of Web Designer Habits, Cami talks about why offering free strategy sessions can be such a valuable habit for a web design business.

These sessions are a simple way to reconnect with current and past clients, strengthen relationships, and create new opportunities for future work. This week’s habit is to reach out to selected clients and offer them a free 30-minute strategy session.

These conversations give clients space to ask questions, talk through ideas, and get your perspective on how their website can better support their goals. They are helpful, relationship-focused, and often open the door to new projects, clearer priorities, and stronger long-term connections.

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Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, is the owner of WebCami LLC, a one-person web design agency in Seattle, Washington. She is the creator of WebDesignerHabits.com, a weekly habit series for small business web designers. Cami has developed over 700 websites in her career and manages more than 200 websites each month as a solopreneur. She is a former GoDaddy Pro and the original GoDaddy Pro Ambassador. She also previously co-hosted a beginner WordPress Meetup in Seattle from 2018 to 2023.

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In this episode of Web Designer Habits, Cami talks about why budgeting for business travel can be such a smart habit in your business.

Conferences, meetups, and professional events can open the door to learning, networking, and new opportunities, but they are much easier to attend when you plan for them ahead of time. This week’s habit is to set aside money each month for conferences, meetups, and professional events so business travel becomes a planned investment instead of a last-minute expense.

When you budget ahead for registration, lodging, transportation, meals, and a little breathing room, these opportunities can feel much more accessible. Business travel is not just an expense. It can be an investment in your professional growth and relationships.

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Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, is the owner of WebCami LLC, a one-person web design agency in Seattle, Washington. She is the creator of WebDesignerHabits.com, a weekly habit series for small business web designers. Cami has developed over 700 websites in her career and manages more than 200 websites each month as a solopreneur. She is a former GoDaddy Pro and the original GoDaddy Pro Ambassador. She also previously co-hosted a beginner WordPress Meetup in Seattle from 2018 to 2023.

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In this episode of Web Designer Habits, Cami talks about why creating custom GPTs can be such a useful habit in a web design business.

Many web designers try AI once or twice and walk away disappointed because they are treating it like a search engine instead of an assistant. This week’s habit is to create one custom GPT for a recurring task in your workflow. Start small and focus on solving one problem well.

When you combine clear instructions, documents, and your process, you can create an AI assistant that helps streamline content creation, document workflows, and reduce repetitive work. It does not have to be complicated. One focused GPT can save time and make your expertise easier to use.

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About your host:Cami MacNamara, otherwise known as WebCami, is the owner of WebCami LLC, a one-person web design agency in Seattle, Washington. She is the creator of WebDesignerHabits.com, a weekly habit series for small business web designers. Cami has developed over 700 websites in her career and manages more than 200 websites each month as a solopreneur. She is a former GoDaddy Pro and the original GoDaddy Pro Ambassador. She also previously co-hosted a beginner WordPress Meetup in Seattle from 2018 to 2023.

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