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Common Mistakes Brands Often Make When Hiring a Designer 🎨 Hiring a designer can be a big step for any brand. However, many companies make mistakes that can lead to unsatisfactory results. Here are some common pitfalls to avoid: 1. Not Defining Clear Goals 🎯: Before hiring, it’s important to know what you want. A clear vision helps designers understand your needs. 2. Ignoring the Portfolio 📁: Always check the designer’s previous work. This gives you an idea of their style and skills. 3. Underestimating Communication 💬: Good communication is key. Make sure you can easily share ideas and feedback with your designer. 4. Focusing Only on Cost 💰: While staying within budget is important, choosing the cheapest option may not give you the best quality. Invest in talent that aligns with your brand. 5. Not Considering Cultural Fit 🌍: A designer should understand your brand's values and culture. This helps create designs that truly represent your brand. Avoid these mistakes to find the right designer for your brand! 👉 If you’re looking for a designer or need help with your hiring process, let’s connect! Share your thoughts in the comments or send me a message! 💌

⭐️ As I search for my next role in brand design, I’ve been reflecting on what truly matters to me in a workplace. Beyond the tools and tasks, it’s the culture, people, and the opportunity to contribute to the bigger picture that make all the difference. Here’s what I’m looking for in my next role: ☝️ A culture of respect and growth, where individuality and creative freedom are celebrated ✌️ A team of designers, where constructive critique is part of regular communication 🤟 Purpose-driven products shaped collaboratively by a team of professionals—not just by a single mastermind I’m not just looking to create pretty pictures—I want to be part of a team where I can contribute to strategy, drive the brand’s evolution, and ensure every design decision supports a clear and impactful purpose. For me, working in a team means faster growth and higher quality—we build on each other’s skills, share energy, and achieve greater results together. I thrive on exchanging ideas, giving and receiving critique, and growing alongside others. If you know of opportunities that align—or if you’d like to chat about design, strategy, or building great teams—let’s connect! 💛 Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/eeNBEFZx CV: https://lnkd.in/ev-ztMfw #JobSearch #BrandDesign #CultureFit #StrategyAndDesign #TeamCollaboration #DesignCareers #HumanCenteredDesign

This One Mindset Is Killing Your Design Career If you work on this, you’re 70% more likely to attract clients and level up your skills. Yet, so many designers still hold back, rarely sharing their work. Some fear criticism, others lack confidence, and some… well, they’re just lazy. But not sharing has serious downsides! Every project you don’t post is a missed chance to build your reputation, improve your portfolio, and connect with potential clients. Here’s what you’re losing by staying in the shadows: Money → Missed client opportunities → Reduced income streams → Fewer chances to build your network Growth → Without feedback, improvement slows → Missing out on industry trends → Limited perspective on your work Recognition → Your brand stays hidden → Less visibility in a crowded field → Missed chances for speaking or collaborations If you’re one of these designers, imagine the doors that could open by simply sharing your work. So… what’s stopping you? Share your story! #GraphicDesigner #Branding #LogoDesigner #visualidentity

Have you ever considered how hiring a professional can actually be cost-effective in the long run? If you're a growing business that uses scattered graphics or visuals, you may eventually face frequent rebrands or corrections. You might notice inconsistencies in how your brand comes across, and all those revisions take time and potentially more money. Investing in a full visual identity upfront, for example, allows you to accurately portray your brand across multiple channels from the start. Isn't that worth it? #graphicdesigner #creative #logodesign #visualbranding #contractdesign #openforwork #DesigningBrandStories #ReadyToDesignYourStory 👋 In case we haven't met yet, I’m passionate about crafting clean, elegant, and modern branding for growing businesses, fostering a collaborative environment rooted in family values, integrity, and kindness. I’m offering a Design Day at a discounted price of $900 during the month of November only. Interested? Send me a message to get the conversation started!

Does experience in graphic design stifle creativity? 🤔 In our fast-paced world, we often prioritize seasoned professionals, but are we missing out on fresh ideas? 🚀 While experience is invaluable, it can sometimes lead to sticking to the same old patterns.  That’s why it’s essential to blend talent with innovative visions! 🌟  What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments! #Creativity #GraphicDesign #Innovation #Hiring #CreativeProcess #DesignThinking

It's a common misconception that hiring a cheaper designer saves money. In reality, it ACTUALLY leads to hidden costs and inefficiencies, ultimately impacting your bottom line. Prioritizing quality, reliability, and alignment with your brand's values and objectives can ultimately yield greater returns on investment and long-term success. #hiringtips #designers #graphicdesign #creativetalent

Designers who overlook by ignoring the business side of things. Limits their own potential to their risk and struggling for their own potential. Raise their knowledge in sales, marketing, and operations is not a selling our or compromise, it’s an opportunity for level up. If you want to achieve more than a traditional 9-to-5 role. Go beyond, don’t be “just” a designer. Learn business skills for your maximum growth. #growthhacker #graphicdesigner #sales #marketing #designers #careergrowth #career #business #skills

Turning design challenges into opportunities and building brands that stand out. From tight deadlines to creative breakthroughs, it’s all about delivering impactful visuals and strategic solutions. Open to projects #GraphicDesign #BrandDevelopment #CreativeProblemSolving #DigitalStrategy #DeadlineDriven

🖌️ Breaking Boundaries with Innovative Visuals!🚀 🎨 The Power of Imagination: Unleash your creativity and explore the uncharted territories of design. How do you infuse your unique perspective into your visuals? Share your imaginative approach! 💡🌈 🔍 Beyond Aesthetics: Let's delve into the role of graphics in conveying a message, sparking emotions, and creating memorable experiences. How are you using visuals to elevate your brand or project? Share your success stories! 🚀💬 👩🎨 Collaboration in Color: Tag a fellow creative! Let's celebrate the collaborative spirit that fuels innovation. Share the love by mentioning someone whose graphics always leave you in awe. 🤝 💖Break free from the ordinary. 🚀 Embrace the extraordinary. 🌟 Share your insights, favorite design tools, or drop a comment with your go-to source of creative inspiration! 👨💻✨ #InnovativeVisuals #CreativeGraphics #DesignInnovation #VisualStorytelling #BreakingBoundaries #graphicdesigner #web3community #nfts #hiring