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I’m your host, Jack, your failure connoisseur, and today I’m joined by the one and only Jonathan Morin, better known in the Webflow world as Jo Mor. Joe is a standout designer and developer, whose work beautifully blends storytelling, sharp design, and smooth development into something truly unique.
I first met Joe at Webflow Conf in London, where we had a memorable moment—twerking together while Melissa Mendez filmed us. Beyond the moves, Joe is an award-winning designer with a knack for combining aesthetic brilliance and technical precision. His site, jomor.design, is a testament to his skills and the waves he’s making in the design world. And if you’ve seen his hilarious talk at Webflow Conf, you already know his energy is unmatched.
But today, we’re not just here to admire Joe’s successes. We’re diving into the trials and lessons that have shaped his journey. In this episode, we’ll explore:
This is going to be an honest, raw, and insightful conversation packed with lessons for anyone navigating the creative industry.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:52 Discussing Failure and Personal Growth
06:05 Insights on Design and Development
11:01 Advice for Aspiring Web Designers
26:57 Balancing Work and Personal Life
40:39 A Challenging Project
45:01 The Weekend Nightmare
47:06 Lessons Learned from Failure
49:19 The Importance of Transparency
55:06 Balancing Ambition and Self-Compassion
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LINKS FOR JO
💻 See Website: https://www.jomor.design/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjomor/
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I’m your host, Jack, your failure connoisseur, and today we’ve got a special double-bill episode with the brilliant duo, Camille Di Vincenzo & Ellina Chhay. These two are powerhouse no-code and low-code experts who bring years of experience in Webflow and beyond, helping to build a better internet together.
I first heard about Camille and Ellina through Théo Roland from the French Webflow community, who insisted I invite them on Webflail. And wow, am I glad I did! Both of them have extensive knowledge not just in the Webflow ecosystem but across various tools that make the no-code space so vibrant.
Together, they’ve also been fostering an amazing sense of community through initiatives like Webflow Co-living, where professionals gather in inspiring locations to connect, collaborate, and grow. From board game nights to quizzes, these retreats are redefining the way Webflow enthusiasts bond and learn from each other.
In this episode, we’ll dig into six failures—three from each of these incredible guests. These failures include:
For Ellina:
And for Camille:
These two have a wealth of insights to share about failure, resilience, and how to keep leveling up in this industry. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, you’re going to learn so much from this conversation.
00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey
00:27 Meet the Guests: Alina and Camille
01:32 Failures and Lessons Learned
03:25 The Importance of Networking
07:29 Co-living and Community Building
24:06 Balancing Rates and Workload
26:31 Respecting Boundaries with Clients
29:42 Pricing Structures and Client Communication
33:05 Overcoming Fear of Complex Projects
41:00 Embracing Failure and Community Support
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LINKS FOR CAMILLE & ELLINA
💻 See Website: https://www.camilledivincenzo.com/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camille-di-vincenzo/
💻 See Website: https://nocodesecrets.substack.com/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellina-chhay-%E9%99%88%E5%A8%9C-automatisation-nocode-ia/
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I’m your host, Jack, your failure connoisseur, and today I’m joined by the immensely talented Maria Manila. Maria is the co-founder of Higher Ground Studio, a creative agency that has been crafting high-performing marketing websites for over four years. Alongside her partner Armando, Maria specializes in helping businesses launch, refresh, and expand with clean, modern, and impactful web design.
Maria and Armando’s journey started with a shared vision of traveling the world while building a business together, and their dynamic partnership has led to incredible results. With a reputation for client collaboration and organized, above-and-beyond service, they’ve built a studio that’s as authentic as it is effective. You can check out their impressive portfolio at highergroundstudio.ca.
But of course, no creative journey is without its challenges. In this episode, we’ll explore Maria’s experiences with failure and what she’s learned along the way. Specifically, we’ll dive into:
Maria’s openness to share these lessons is a testament to her growth mindset and dedication to becoming better in every aspect of her work.
00:00 Introduction to Episode 113
00:42 Meet Maria Manila: The Creative Powerhouse
02:00 Discussing Failures and Lessons Learned
05:54 Working with a Partner: Challenges and Advice
12:57 The Importance of Collaboration and Self-Improvement
36:59 Client Scope Changes and Communication Issues
39:23 Difficult Conversations and Ending Contracts
41:30 Learning from Failures and Improving Processes
44:42 Setting Boundaries and Managing Client Expectations
50:17 Embracing Conflict and Personal Growth
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LINKS FOR MARIA
💻 See Website: https://www.highergroundstudio.ca/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariamanila/
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I’m your host, Jack, your failure connoisseur, and today I’m thrilled to welcome the brilliant Webflow developer and mentor, Maria Karavá, to the Webflail Podcast. Maria is a powerhouse in the creative industry, known for her expertise in animation, WebGL, and immersive website experiences, all while championing accessibility and structured design.
Based in Greece, Maria is a mentor at Flux Academy, guiding budding Webflow designers and developers to success. Her journey is filled with exploration, having worked across roles like 3D generalist, pre-press designer, and motionographer. Maria’s versatility and passion for problem-solving shine through in her projects and mentorship style.
In this episode, we’ll delve into Maria’s failures, each a stepping stone to her thriving career. We’ll discuss:
Get ready for an insightful conversation packed with wisdom, laughter, and a little bit of Greek flair. Maria, welcome to Webflail!
00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Work Stress
00:26 Welcome to the Web Flail Podcast
01:29 Maria's Journey and Achievements
02:48 Discussing Failure and Resilience
06:44 Freelancing Challenges and Strategies
10:19 Maria's Career Path and Choices
13:49 Mental Health and Work-Life Balance
17:39 The Never-Ending E-Commerce Project
19:26 Working with Family: Pros and Cons
24:32 Final Thoughts on Client Relationships
29:26 Navigating Friendships in Freelancing
31:23 The UI/UX Designer Experience
34:55 Transitioning to Development
39:18 The Importance of Basics in Web Development
45:35 Applying for a Job at Flux Academy
55:07 Embracing Failure and Learning
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LINKS FOR Maria
💻 See Website: https://www.alkoreiel.com/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-karav%C3%A1/
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I’m your host, Jack, your failure connoisseur, and today I’m joined by the incredible creative, Lili Price. Lily is the founder of Onomy Studio, an innovative agency that helps future-focused brands stand out through bold storytelling, cutting-edge design, and tech brilliance.
Although Onome Studio is relatively new, Lily brings a wealth of experience to the table. She’s worked with top London agencies on projects for prestigious brands like the Tate Modern, Fever Tree, Clinique, and more. Currently, her studio is attracting an exciting mix of clients, particularly in the drinks and beauty industries. It’s inspiring to watch her journey unfold, and in this episode, we’ll dive into how she’s been building and growing her brand.
I’ve been following Lily’s work on LinkedIn and couldn’t resist inviting her on Webflail before she becomes so famous that my emails start getting ignored! Of course, her success didn’t happen overnight. As you know, the creative journey often involves a lot of trial, error, and resilience.
In this episode, Lily will share insights from her experiences, including:
This is going to be an incredible conversation filled with valuable lessons. I’m thrilled to have her here. Lily, welcome to WebFlail!
00:00 Introduction to the Episode
00:22 Meet Lily Price: Creative Journey and Background
01:30 Challenges and Failures in the Creative Industry
03:37 Insights on Agency Experience and Freelancing
12:46 Starting a Business at a Young Age
27:45 Navigating Dyslexia and Building Resilience
36:05 The Importance of Communication in the Studio
36:55 A Valuable Resource for Designers
38:28 Embracing the Digital Nomad Life
41:04 Challenges of the Digital Nomad Lifestyle
43:31 Returning to the UK and Finding Community
45:42 Navigating Multiple Skills and Finding a Niche
56:41 The Future of Creative Work and Niching
01:02:10 Concluding Thoughts and Future Guests
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LINKS FOR Lili
💻 See Website: https://www.onomy.studio/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lilimxprice/
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Hello and welcome to episode 110 of Webflail.
I'm your host, Jack, your failure connoisseur, and today my guest is Zena Potter. Since 2022, she's been working as a freelance web designer and Webflow developer. She creates websites that attract, engage, and convert your target audience. But basically, she works with All sorts of different clients.
She's worked with FinTech clients. She's worked with physiotherapy clients. She's done a lot of different websites in different industries before freelancing. She's worked in project management and PA consulting. So I think what's interesting about her is that she knows the client process really well, which I think a lot of web flows actually don't know as well as they need to.
We'll talk a little bit about that in this episode. Another thing that we'll talk about is. Xena's approach to marketing herself as a freelancer. Alongside showing her work, she also shows behind the scenes like hiking, brunch, talking about things broader than just Webflow. So interesting to note there at the start of this episode too.
But has it all been easy breezy for Zena? Of course not. The failures that we'll talk about today are:
1) Not LinkedIn/networking
2) Undercharging in cases where she could have charged more but lack the confidence
3) Not establishing a routine as a freelancer
00:00 Introduction and Initial Struggles
00:28 Meet the Guest: Zena Potter
01:37 Discussing Failures and Challenges
04:58 Networking and Overcoming Isolation
12:21 Project Management Skills in Freelancing
16:12 Learning and Transitioning to Web Design
17:46 Getting Clients and Marketing Strategies
22:32 Importance of LinkedIn and Networking
26:29 Building Connections as a Freelancer
27:20 The Importance of LinkedIn Marketing
28:23 Being Authentic Online
29:29 Consistency and Engagement on Social Media
31:58 The Slow Process of Gaining Clients
35:23 The Struggle with Pricing
39:00 Learning to Charge What You're Worth
46:23 Balancing Fun and Financial Goals
49:30 Establishing a Routine as a Freelancer
53:56 Future Challenges and Boundaries
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LINKS FOR ZENA
💻 See Website: https://www.zenadesigns.co.uk/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zena-potter/
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Hello and welcome to Episode 109 of Webflail!
I'm your host, Jack, your failure connoisseur. Today, we have the multi-talented Bimo Tri joining us from Jakarta, Indonesia. Bimo is the founder of Studio BAMOJ, where he combines cutting-edge design with Webflow development to craft stunning web experiences across diverse industries, from luxury brands to NFTs.
Check out his work at BAMOJ—that's B-A-M-O-J dot com. The site is incredible, showcasing top-tier work. I first came across BMO’s work on Twitter, or as it's now called, "X," where he shared some remarkable projects. His ability to blend Webflow with GSAP animations is something you don’t see often in the Webflow space.
Bimo is an Awwwards judge, a professional Webflow partner, and a pioneer in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with Webflow and GSAP. But today’s episode isn’t just about his awards and amazing projects—it’s also about his journey through failure to reach this level of success.
We’ll dive into some of Bimo's challenges, including:
00:00 Introduction to Freelancing as a Business
00:28 Meet Bimo Tree: A Webflow Innovator
01:39 Embracing Failure: Bimo's Journey
02:47 The Freelancing Grind: Lessons Learned
09:40 Building BAMOJ: From Solo to Studio
15:33 Client Work: Strategies and Processes
26:03 Early Failures: Dropshipping Woes
31:32 Affiliate Marketing and SEO Adventures
35:16 Mastering GSAP: Inspirations and Advice
38:24 Client Revisions and Realizations
39:23 The Importance of Contracts
40:28 Setting Boundaries with Clients
41:15 Balancing Quality and Scope
41:38 Learning to Say No
48:45 Understanding Freelancing as a Business
51:28 Financial Planning for Freelancers
54:01 Different Freelancing Approaches
59:15 Comparing Yourself to Others
01:01:05 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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LINKS FOR BIMO
💻 See Website: https://www.bamoj.com/
X: https://x.com/bamojk
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bamoj/
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Hello and welcome to episode 108 of Webflail. I'm your host Jack, your failure connoisseur, and today my guest is Maya Chungbin. She is a freelance illustrator and visual identity designer that goes under the name of SaltyStill. Combining her skillsets with her Webflower boyfriend, Alex Villacres, the two are killing it!
I came across her since she's been doing this daily challenge. Her daily challenges got her loads and loads of conversations started about her work. She started on Fiverr and now, she's worked with over a thousand clients on things like storefronts, websites, packaging, maybe even your nighttime read. But get this guys, she's working with small companies helping them transform their dreams into reality through effective marketing.
The failures that we'll discuss today are:
1) Thinking she needed to know more to get started
2) Not doing internal check ins and burning out
3) Expecting an outcome and taking things too seriously
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:21 Guest Introduction: Maya Chungbin
00:39 Daily Challenge and Initial Connection
00:59 Maya's Journey: From Fiverr to Personal Brand
02:22 Dealing with Failure and Burnout
04:08 The Importance of Taking Breaks
07:52 Success and Future Goals
16:19 Reflecting on Success and Future Aspirations
25:10 Failure Number One: Overcoming Self-Doubt
33:54 A Lesson in Originality
34:56 Finding Your Own Creative Voice
36:34 Balancing Inspiration and Originality
37:51 The Importance of Starting
38:13 Burnout and Internal Check-Ins
40:15 The Power of Taking a Break
43:13 The Role of Therapy and Self-Reflection
45:46 Daily Challenges and Their Impact
49:43 Embracing Your Unique Path
59:56 Navigating Freelance Uncertainty
01:01:52 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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LINKS FOR MAYA
💻 See Website: https://www.saltystill.com/
X: https://x.com/salty_still
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maya-chungbin/
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Hello and welcome to episode 107 of Webflail.
I'm your host, Jack, your failure connoisseur, and today I am joined by none other than Tolu Abolarin.
This guy came up to me at FlowFest in Manchester. He was a little nervous and said, "Hey Jack, I listen to the podcast, I'm a big fan."
I was like, "Oh my God, someone listens to the Webflail podcast! I appreciate you, thanks so much!" We stayed in contact, and he recently reached out and said, "Hey Jack, would you mind if I came on and shared my story?" He's got a killer story, as you're about to find out today, so I'm very glad to have him on.
Tolu moved to Birmingham from Nigeria last year. He now works at Greater Studio, based in New York, freelancing for them while also doing his own freelance projects. He's got a killer portfolio, so definitely check that out: ToluMEN.com—that's T-O-L-U-M-E-N.com. His portfolio is beautiful. He does both design and development, and he's really starting to make waves. But has it always been easy? Of course not.
The three failures we'll be discussing today are:
1) Chasing money over quality and not niching down
2) Not networking enough
3) Working for a startup without a formal agreement—or not getting paid.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Freelancing Journey
00:27 Meet Tolu Abelaran: A Story of Growth
01:10 Tolu's Journey from Nigeria to the UK
02:38 Embracing Failure as a Learning Tool
04:48 Discovering Webflow: A New Skillset
08:55 Breaking into the Webflow Community
13:30 Landing a Full-Time Role at Greater Studio
15:37 Balancing Freelance and Full-Time Work
20:24 Reflecting on Past Mistakes and Niching Down
27:08 The Importance of Being Known for Something
27:48 Finding Your Niche in the Webflow Community
29:58 Overcoming Networking Challenges
33:40 The Power of Connection and Networking
39:20 Learning from a Painful Startup Experience
47:43 The Value of Agency Work for Stability
51:03 Embracing New Skills and Future Challenges
53:02 Conclusion and Gratitude
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LINKS FOR TOLU
💻 See Website: https://www.greaterstudio.com/
X: https://x.com/tolumhen
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tolulopeabolarin/
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Hey, I'm Jack, your failure connoisseur and today, I'm interviewing myself.
My guest dropped out last minute, so I'm afraid I am going to be doing episode 106 of Webflail, which is a bit narcissistic. But I wanted to get an episode out there, and I've basically been asked a few times how freelancing is going.
It's going okay...
But the failures that I want to talk about today are:
1. Setting up an emergency fund before quitting your job to go freelancing
2. Cash flow
3. Working with friends versus showing the work you want to get
Hopefully this is helpful for anyone that's been asking me how freelancing is going and I've been like, yeah, it's going great.
00:00 Introduction: My Freelancing Journey Begins
01:30 Freelancing Financials: The Ups and Downs
03:20 Finding My Niche in the Webflow Space
07:45 The Importance of an Emergency Fund
12:28 Cash Flow Challenges and Solutions
20:54 Working with Friends: Lessons Learned
28:53 Networking and Building Client Relationships
32:51 Conclusion: Reflecting on My Freelancing Experience
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LINKS FOR JACK
💻 See Website: https://www.jackredley.design/
X: https://x.com/JackRedley1
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackredley/
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Interviews with successful Webflow designers about their 3 biggest failures as creative entrepreneurs.