The Profitable Graphic Designer Kady Sandel

Who pays the processing fees? How about taxes? Designer or Client?

In this episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast, we are revealing something that many designers don’t handle correctly. It’s definitely something that your clients can choose not to hire you for or hire you for. I’ve been freelancing and running my design agency since 2015, and I've been on both sides. Sometimes I am the client because we hire and outsource to contractors all the time. So, I know what feels right and who should pay the fees. Are fees the cost of doing business, or should your clients pay them? Tune in to learn more.

You will learn:


What fees you need to pay and what fees your clients should pay.
If you are a contractor that a project was outsourced to, who needs to pay taxes and processing fees.
If fees are included in a project price or charged extra.
How to present the fees to the clients.
Overall, who pays and what fees.

 

Aventive Academy’s Resources:

Free Client Portal for Designers: https://aventiveacademy.com/client-portal/

$12k Client Attraction Masterclass: https://aventiveacademy.com/attract-clients-workshop/

The Wealthy Client Blueprint: ⁠https://aventiveacademy.com/wealthy-client/

12-Week Business Program for Designers: https://aventiveacademy.com/profit

The Creative CEO Accelerator: https://aventiveacademy.com/accelerator


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Have you ever thought about creating a quiz as a designer? No, I'm not talking about designing it, but using it in a way that will help you GET CLIENTS! Yes, it works.

In today’s episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast, we are talking with Josh Haynam, the CEO and creator of Interact.

Interact is a tool for creating online quizzes that generate leads. We use quizzes at Aventive Academy, and you can check one out for yourself; it’s called "Marketing for Designers," and it will help you figure out which marketing strategy is the best for you as a designer to get clients. It’s
amazing. In this episode, we covered everything from how to create it, the results you can get, what clients like and don’t like, and much more.

You will learn:


How you can generate design leads using quizzes


What it takes to create a quiz and the best ways to promote them
The full workflow, from a lead finding out about your quiz to all the next steps until they become your clients
The importance of understanding your audience’s psychology in marketing
How to create a quiz that doesn’t feel like a waste of time and is actually valuable and personalized

Tune in, and again, try out the Marketing Quiz for Designers to test it out.

 

About Josh Haynam:

Josh is the co-founder and CEO at interact, an AI powered quiz platform for generating leads and engaging audiences. Josh founded Interact 11 years ago and has bootstrapped it to 7,000 customers and over 1 billion quizzes served.

Connect with Josh: 

tryinteract.com

https://www.instagram.com/tryinteract/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhaynam/



Aventive Academy’s Resources:

Free Client Portal for Designers: https://aventiveacademy.com/client-portal/

$12k Client Attraction Masterclass: https://aventiveacademy.com/attract-clients-workshop/

The Wealthy Client Blueprint: ⁠https://aventiveacademy.com/wealthy-client/

12-Week Business Program for Designers: https://aventiveacademy.com/profit

The Creative CEO Accelerator: https://aventiveacademy.com/accelerator


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Ever wondered how long it takes to land high-paying clients?
You’ll be surprised, I promise. Welcome! In this episode, I walk you through every single step I had to take to land my $29,000 branding and web design clients. While this is just one example, the majority of my clients are in the five-figure range, and the steps I take remain consistent with each potential client. I also share where our clients typically find us, how they communicate with us, what we offer, what's included, and all the important details.

This episode is incredibly valuable if you're aiming to land amazing clients you want to work with.



You will learn:


 How we acquire high-paying design clients
The timeframe for landing a five-figure client
The precise steps needed to secure a $29k client

 

Aventive Academy’s Resources:

Free Client Portal for Designers: https://aventiveacademy.com/client-portal/

$12k Client Attraction Masterclass: https://aventiveacademy.com/attract-clients-workshop/

The Wealthy Client Blueprint: ⁠https://aventiveacademy.com/wealthy-client/

12-Week Business Program for Designers: https://aventiveacademy.com/profit

The Creative CEO Accelerator: https://aventiveacademy.com/accelerator


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In today’s episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer podcast, we're talking about design revisions. Throughout this episode, you'll learn how to embrace revisions as a natural part of the creative process, communicate effectively with clients to minimize misunderstandings, and educate clients on the value of your designs. By the end of our discussion, you'll have practical strategies to handle revisions with confidence and professionalism, ensuring smoother project workflows and happier clients.

You will learn:


How to reframe revisions as opportunities for improvement.
Strategies for effective communication with clients during the whole process.
Techniques for educating clients on the value of your designs.
What we do, in my branding & design agency, to minimize revisions and how we handle them when we have them

 

Aventive Academy’s Resources:

Client Portal: https://aventiveacademy.com/client-portal

$12k Client Attraction Masterclass: https://aventiveacademy.com/attract-clients-workshop/

The Wealthy Client Blueprint: ⁠https://aventiveacademy.com/wealthy-client/

12-Week Business Program for Designers: https://aventiveacademy.com/profit

The Creative CEO Accelerator: https://aventiveacademy.com/accelerator


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No clients? No problem!

Join me as I share invaluable insights and strategies for navigating those challenging times when clients seem to be nowhere in sight. In this episode, I'll guide you through practical steps to not just survive but thrive during these downtimes. You'll learn how to revamp your portfolio to attract new clients, harness the power of social media to stay visible, and get creative with client acquisition strategies. Additionally, I'll share tips on optimizing your business processes for long-term success. By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with the tools and mindset to conquer slow seasons with confidence and emerge stronger than ever before.

 

You will learn:


How to stay motivated and keep going when you don’t have design clients.
Techniques to refresh and strengthen your design portfolio.
Strategies for creating engaging content on social media platforms to maintain visibility.
Creative approaches to finding and acquiring new
clients.
Tips for optimizing your business processes to ensure long-term growth and success.

Grab a cup of coffee and join me!

$12k Client Attraction Masterclass: https://aventiveacademy.com/attract-clients-workshop/

The Wealthy Client Blueprint: ⁠https://aventiveacademy.com/wealthy-client/

12-Week Business Program for Designers: https://aventiveacademy.com/profit

The Creative CEO Accelerator: https://aventiveacademy.com/accelerator


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Every designer grapples with challenging clients—it's an inevitable part of the journey. We've all been there, facing clients who may not align with our vision or approach. But what defines a "bad" client? Is it the low-paying ones, the ones who seem to micromanage every detail, or perhaps the ones who reach out for minor tweaks at inconvenient times? The truth is, the definition of a bad client varies from person to person. It's a subjective experience and it’s up to you to decide!

In today's episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast, we’re talking with Josh Hall all about filtering out bad-fit clients and focusing on attracting the dream high-quality clients you want to work with. We’re covering everything from how to structure your contract form, sales funnels, services, networking events, and much more!

PLUS! Josh is proving his framework (usually paid but FREE for my listeners) 😊

Web Design Client Funneling Framework: Use code
“Profitable-Graphic-Designer” at checkout for 100% off :)

In this episode you will learn:


Proven methods for effectively weeding out bad-fit clients before they become a drain on your time and resources
Innovative contact form ideas designed to capture more leads and, more importantly, high-quality leads that are a perfect fit for your services
Insights on which social media platforms are currently the most effective for brand, graphic, and web design professionals, with a special emphasis on why LinkedIn stands out
Actionable tips on positioning yourself as the go-to designer in your niche or industry, establishing credibility, and attracting premium clients who recognize and value your expertise
Expert networking strategies and little-known tricks for generating a steady stream of referrals and landing lucrative design projects that align with your strengths and interests

Grab a cup of coffee and join us!

 

About Josh:

Josh is a web design business coach, podcast host and web agency founder based out of Columbus, Ohio. Through his podcast, youtube channel, online courses and web design community Web Designer Pro™, he teaches web designers how to build a web design business that gives them freedom and life they love.

Website: https://joshhall.co

Instagram: https://joshhall.co/instagram














Aventive Academy’s Resources:

$12k Client Attraction Masterclass: https://aventiveacademy.com/attract-clients-workshop/

The Wealthy Client Blueprint: ⁠https://aventiveacademy.com/wealthy-client/

12-Week Business Program for Designers: https://aventiveacademy.com/profit

The Creative CEO Accelerator: https://aventiveacademy.com/accelerator


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