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7 Ways to Save Time as a Web Designer
Christy Price and Will Myers bring the Somewhat Useful podcast on the road to Circle Day. In this conversation with two Squarespace Experts and educators, discover essential Squarespace tools and features that will revolutionize your workflow.
Web Design Nightmares: Spine-Tingling Situations and How to Fix Them
Web designers are haunted by common website problems. Learn how to improve client websites by identifying and solving these spine-tingling issues.
How to Overcome Client Objections as a Web Designer
As a web designer, you’ll encounter an array of objections from prospective clients. Learn tips for skillfully addressing and overcoming common client objections.
Squarespace 201 Part 3: Offboarding Clients
This guide provides advice on handing finalized websites over to clients. Learn all about site management, billing, domains, block configurations, and more.
How to Manage Client Feedback
Learn how to effectively manage client feedback as a professional web designer. Discover strategies for receiving, processing, and implementing feedback to improve your designs, build stronger client relationships, and enhance your workflow.
How to Work with a Circle Member from a Business Owner’s Perspective
Circle members bring specialized skills and creativity alongside the experience to transform ideas into visually appealing and functional websites. Learn the benefits of working with a Circle member and the phases of web design project.
Your Client’s Guide to Website Copywriting
As web designers, fostering client autonomy in copywriting not only streamlines the design process but establishes a foundation for more meaningful and collaborative partnerships. Learn how to help client’s take an active role in shaping their online narrative.
10 Tips for Exceptional Communication with Web Design Clients
It takes effort to find and manage clients. When you’re putting in the work, you want to make sure you get the return on your investment. In this guide, you’ll learn how to use your website, email, social media, and more to ensure your effort has an impact.
How to Onboard New Web Design Clients
For professional web designers, effective client onboarding is not just a preliminary step but a crucial foundation for successful collaborations. Learn how to guide your client through the onboarding process and set the tone for an entire project.
Introducing the 2024 State of the Web Design Industry
Take a comprehensive look at the current web design landscape and learn actionable insights to build sustainable web design businesses that help your clients succeed.
A Web Designer's Favorite Ways to Connect with Clients During the Holidays
By embracing the spirit of the holidays, you can connect with clients on a more personal level and leave a lasting impression. Read Christy Price’s favorite ways to foster stronger client relationships during the holiday season.
5 Gifts to Send Your Top Web Design Clients This Holiday Season
The holidays are a great opportunity to show clients your appreciation for their business, strengthen client relationships, and boost brand loyalty. Check out five gift ideas that are thoughtful and impactful.
How to Use Squarespace Email Campaigns to Send Holiday Greetings to Clients
The holidays are a great time to re-engage past clients. Learn how to use Squarespace Email Campaigns to send holiday greetings and thank clients for their business.
10 Steps to Plan Your Project Handoff
Handing off your client’s website can sometimes feel like more work than the design itself. Whether you fully hand off a site or offer long-term support, this guide provides tips for a seamless transition.
Client Wrangling: Keeping Timelines on Track
Project management skills are essential for keeping web design projects on track and delivering a top-notch experience. Learn processes, policies, and communications for working one-on-one with clients.
It's Not Hard to Say Goodbye: Crafting Client Offboarding
There's so much information out there about how to find and manage clients, but what should you do when it's time to send them on their way? Circle Community Leader and web designer Christy Price shares the correct way to say goodbye to clients for smoother project handoffs.
Navigating Feedback from Multiple Stakeholders
When working with multiple stakeholders, web designers are tasked with communicating well and building strong relationships as well as prioritizing needs and managing conflicting feedback. Learn strategies for working with and navigating feedback from multiple stakeholders.
How to Host a Networking Event
Hosting a networking event can enable you to build connections and earn referrals. Learn more about how to host a networking event.
How to Lose a Client in 10 Ways: Mistakes to Avoid as a Professional Web Designer
In addition to handling the logistics of owning and running a business, professional web designers have to manage client relationships and meet the expectations of those paying for their services. Learn 10 mistakes to avoid making when working with clients.
How to Turn Your Audience into a Community That Converts
Community building can be a highly effective sales funnel for landing your next client. Learn how to start building a community, turn your community into a source of revenue, and convert community members into clients.