Debt collectors called me today. Nope, not chasing me for money (admit it you cheeky thing, that’s what you were thinking!), but offering me their services. Thankfully I don’t currently need to use a debt collection agency, but I figured it would be handy to have their info on file, just in …
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10 things I’ve learned in 10 years of freelancing
Today is a very special day. Exactly five years ago I left my day job as an in-house designer and went full time freelance. And it was around this time 10 years ago that the offer of some freelance animation work made me start a business. This business. Fiona Robertson Graphics is 10 years old …
4 reasons why you need to use a project management tool
Do you use a project management tool? Or have you been putting it off, thinking it’s too complicated for your business? Well, it ain’t complicated. In fact, it’ll actually help simplify your business. What could be better than that? By the way, if you don’t know what a project management tool …
The 4 essential pages your website needs
Are you struggling to write the content of your new website? Unsure what to include? Your website is your virtual shop front and done right, should help you convert browsers into buyers. And while the design of your site is a huge part of that, having the right content is vital. In an ideal …
Get your business ready for the summer holidays
The sun has made a few appearances here in Aberdeen, which means one thing: summer is almost here! Depending on what kind of business you have, summer is either a very good thing - like if you sell ice cream! Or it means business is going to slow down while all your clients go off on holiday. And, …
How to make working from home work for you
One of the best things about working for yourself is working from home. There’s no commute, there’s no one to hassle you if you’re not at your desk at 9am on the dot, you can play music – and sing along! – and you can even work in your jammies if you want. But working from home is also one of the …
Design briefs – how to get your project off to a great start
Great design projects start with great design briefs – that way both you and your designer are clear on what’s needed and what you're trying to achieve. But don't worry. This doesn’t always need to be a formal document or request for proposal. And don’t panic if you have no idea how to write a …
When and how to say no
Sometimes you’ve got to say no. Like to that project you know you’re not the right fit for. Or that meeting you just can’t squeeze into your schedule. Sure, it would be lovely to say yes to every opportunity that comes your way. But if you did, you’d end up working about 18 hours a day, 7 …
How to create your own Christmas cards when you’re short on time
The festive season is fast approaching so it’s time to get organised. That means making sure you’re up to date with all your projects and client work, keeping your schedule filled with a steady stream of new work and making sure you don’t forget things like admin and marketing. And don’t forget the …