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5 Essential Business Growth Lessons from Half a Decade of Self-Employment
After half a decade of business, I’m sharing my 5 best tips along with how I got started!
Resource Roundup: The Best Business and Design Tips and Freebies
A roundup of the very best freebies, education, and script-flipping opinions from Amp’d Designs.
8 Misconceptions About Branding
“Branding” is a big term that can sometimes be confusing. Let’s clear a few things up!
How to Write a Cold Email That Works
I interviewed Emma of Salt Social Co about her hot takes on cold emailing.
How Can I Get My Website to Show Up on Google?
How strategic SEO helps your brand new website show up in Google search results.
How NOT to Design Your Logo: Common Mistakes in Branding
Common mistakes in DIY logo design and how to avoid them.
Should You Rebrand Your Small Business?
If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your brand—or if you never really had one—it might be time for an overhaul.
How to Find the Right Graphic Designer
Finding a designer for your logo, branding, or website can feel daunting. Here are the qualities to look for.
Why Logo Design Contests Don't Work
Logo design contests for your business can do more harm than good for both you and designers.
What Kindness Means to My Business
The “kindness” buzzword is showing up a lot in the business community. But what does it really mean?
2021 Year in Review
Reflecting on changes and highlights in my design business over the past year.
The Difference Between Graphic Design and Marketing
An overview of the differences between design and marketing, and how they work hand-in-hand.
Design You Can Do Yourself
Simple, easy design steps you can take yourself while you’re still in the beginning stages.
How to Know if You’re Ready to Hire a Designer
Is your business ready for custom branding or web design? There’s so much more involved than simply knowing how you want it to look. Here are some tips to figure out if it’s time to take the leap!
Hello Again! Re-Introduction & Evolution
After a little break, I’m re-introducing myself and Amp’d Designs, and focusing my logo & web design work around “branding.”
How to Stay Productive Working from Home
Everyone has their own methods for staying productive & un-stressed while working from home, and I shared what’s worked for me in the remote-work lifestyle.
What is Branding?
The term “branding” encompasses many things, from design to who your audience is, to how you write. Here’s how strong logo design and cohesive visual branding can help your business.
1 Year in Business: 5 Take-Aways
Reflecting on my 1-year business anniversary, I shared 5 key things I’ve learned along the journey.