William Villalobos

Todays design tasks included: - Finalising a paid re-branding bento grid and homepage hero section test for a client. Went well, very happy, looking sexy 🔥 Moving forwards with a paid plan start of next week. - Evolving the branding of a Web3 startup, crafting 6x variants for their brand inclusive of ice glacial textures, glass and creating a brand pattern for them, addressing their concerns and utilising assets from the previous version from another agency. - Creating a bunch of fun summery AI images and product shots of cocktails - Creating a landing page that plays with shapes, bright popping colours and fun UX for a mocktail product launch SO enjoyable 🤩- Loving working with some amazing startups and teams to create such great and fulfilling work. What did you work on today and what's been your favourite thing?

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If you can’t bring a complex brand to life online, create a compelling website for a niche product, or tackle a challenging industry - then you’re not a very good web designer or developer. 😬 That’s literally our job. It’s where I started - with side hustles from selling jewellery and dropshipping army t-shirts to launching my own skincare brand. These experiences taught me the essential skills to create effective and compelling digital solutions for any client, regardless of the challenge. Whether it's a small startup or a large enterprise, every project has its unique set of challenges. But it's these challenges that sharpen our skills and push us to be better. My advice: welcome the challenging projects. They’re the ones that shape us into true experts. 💡

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Stop your clients from saying "That's not what we wanted" ! Picture this: You’ve just spent hours working on a project.  You deliver it, excited to hear what your client thinks. But instead of praise, you hear, “That’s not right.”  It’s frustrating, right? We’ve all been there.  Miscommunication can turn a great project into a headache. But with a little effort upfront, you can avoid those painful moments.  Here’s a simple communication checklist to keep everyone on the same page 👇 This list is either useful for freelancers or designers who do their own creative business. If you have to add one more communication tips, what would you add to this check list? --- I am Ivy, helping designers from Myanmar to learn and launch their own creative business. 🌟

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"Our Wordpress website crashed again!" A wealth management firm kept hearing this. Their site broke during promotions. They used quick fixes that didn't last. They found us on Designrush earlier this year They were already due for a redesign so along with we suggested to move their site to webflow I mean even for small changes they needed to involve a dev We moved their site to Webflow. Now: → The site stays up, even during busy times → They don't need to call us (tech support) all the time → The site can grow with their business Before, their website was a problem. Now, it helps them sell. The marketing team can now update the site easily. The finance experts can focus on helping clients. → They can share market updates faster → Clients can easily book meetings online → More visitors turn into paying customers With the current WordPress crisis, it's the perfect time to switch. Is your wealth management firm's website costing you clients? Let's talk about how to make it bring in more business instead. Don't wait for the next crash or security breach. Protect your site. Boost your business. Switch to Webflow P.S. Quick update WordPress just banned WP Engine from accessing its resources. So your site might be at risk. P.P.S. We’re offering special discounts for those affected. #webflow #wordpress #nocode

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3 Useful websites to create your own portfolio within seconds 🕜 1. Portfoliobox 2. Journo Portfolio 3. Carbonmade Make sure to try these websites and elevate your clients conversation with your stunning portfolio. Don't forget to follow us at @digitallyusuf to get these valuable drops regularly ✅ #portfolios, #clientappreciation , #portfoliodesign , #portfolioshoot , #portfolioday , #portfoliowebsite , #digitallyusuf {Portfolio, Client conversions, Client testimonials, Websites}

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8 months ago, William Wilkinson and I launched Design Guru. Since then, we’ve: → Worked with 94+ clients → Completed 1500+ projects → Been rated 4.92 out of 5 based on 125 reviews How? One of our differentiating factors: A dedicated client portal. Here’s the thing… Most design agencies lack a centralised task platform. They don’t have a simple place where all tasks and projects are organised and tracked. This can lead to: → Confusion → Missed deadlines → Difficulties knowing who is responsible for what In that case… why don’t design agencies have a centralised platform? Honestly: Cost, ease, and laziness. (There are other tools like Trello that companies use. Obviously, they’re cheaper.) That’s what sets Design Guru apart. We have an easy and quick dedicated client portal that makes it simple to manage all our clients’ design jobs in one place. It’s purposely designed for clients and their experience. And we’re constantly updating and improving it as well, thanks to Gabriel Lecointere and Robin Vander Heyden. Think of us as your one-stop creative shop. 😎 The bottom line: Use every opportunity to stand out. That’s how you’ll disrupt your industry.

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👨‍⚕️ 👩‍🔧 👨‍🍳 Is your business built on community? 👩‍🎨 👩‍✈️ if so, you might be building a membership management or web3 platform with a traditional approach to user experience that is leaving untapped value for you and your members undiscovered. Till now user experience has been focussed on mainly single-user, linear transactional journeys. Optimising for a member experience refocusses this challenge to allow for a group of users to achieve things together through P2P connection and community co-creation. Member Experience Design (MXD) starts by understanding motivations, their associated actions and maps them against touchpoints within a membership journey. This acts as a way to identify the goals, desired actions and incentives for individuals or groups to create a multi-layered sustainable, predictable and repeatable experience in a many-to-many value creation dynamic that can dramatically increase the sum value of your platform. Quantitative Benefits: Platforms that shift to MXD report significant gains: 🚀Increased user engagement by up to 47%. 🚀Improved retention rates by 22%. 🚀Brand awareness by 15%. By prioritising member experience and focusing on these fundamental areas, you can transform a functionally focussed experience in to a mainstream platform that offers true value, inclusivity, and enjoyable digital experiences, that your members will want to do rather than feel like they have to do. To learn more about member experience design and how it can help, you drop me a line. Further reading: Actionable Gamification by Yu-kai Chou

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Founders need to spend all their time on building the product. The best growth for tech startups is product-led growth. But a strong brand identity supercharges this. And so does a premium, converting website. That's why I minimise the time you need to spend: - By asking the right questions - By understanding your vision - By addressing your needs - No extensive docs - No time wasting - No unnecessary tasks I tailor our process to you. Not you to my process.

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I’ve seen firsthand how a well-designed website can make all the difference for a brand. A great example is Airbnb. In its early days, they faced a significant challenge: building trust with users who were hesitant to book stays in strangers’ homes. Their website didn’t have the polish needed to inspire confidence. Recognizing this, Airbnb took bold steps to revamp their online presence. They invested in high-quality photography to beautifully showcase their listings and focused on creating a user-friendly experience. The new design made the site intuitive and inviting, allowing users to navigate easily and feel secure in their choices. The result? A dramatic increase in bookings and customer loyalty. By transforming their website, Airbnb not only enhanced their brand image but also established itself as a trusted leader in the travel industry. This case study highlights the power of a high-end website. It’s not just about looking good; it’s about building trust and driving growth. In today’s digital landscape, your website is often the first impression potential clients have of you. It’s crucial to create a space that resonates with your audience and reflects your values. As we navigate our journeys, let’s remember the importance of investing in quality design and user experience. It’s an investment in our future. Your website is often the first place people go to learn about your business, and first impressions matter. At Advery Marketing, we believe that a well-designed, user-friendly website can do more than just look good—it can build trust and drive growth. If you’re ready to create an online experience that truly connects with your audience, let’s connect & make it happen!

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This new form of payment that cryptocurrency brings is remarkable—it serves as both an asset and an investment. Imagine a client agrees to pay you 10 SOL for your service as designer. As of today, one #Solana is valued around $150, making the total payment $1500. However, cryptocurrency values are not stable; thus, your 10 SOL payment of $1500 could potentially increase to $3000 if 1 SOL reaches $300. Consider the scenario where 1 SOL reaches $500 or more—your holdings' value would increase accordingly. While this is advantageous, it's crucial to acknowledge its high volatility—a SOL could plummet to $100, reducing your holdings to $1000. Regardless of whether the value goes up or down, your holding of 10 Solana remains constant—the value may fluctuate, but the quantity stays the same. What do you think about this type of payment system? #creationist #israelakinloye #branddesigner #designer #uiux #cryptocurrency #serviceprovider

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Starting something new is scary. 😱 For newbie biz owners, sharing your business with the world for the very first time can be... Overwhelming... Paralyzing... You begin to think maybe it's just easier (and safer) not to start at all. And the thought of launching your first website? Absolutely NO clue where to start. THIS is exactly what I'm trying to figure out - the most painless way to help new entrepreneurs launch their first website. But I want to hear from YOU - Emerging biz owners who are going through this now or those who remember the OVERWHELM you felt at the very beginning. Would you be willing to help me with a quick survey? 🤔 I'd love your opinion! 🫶 I've shared the survey link in comments below. Thanks in advance! 💕 #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #startup #webdesign

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How to make more money for your agency or startup 3 top tips.. 1) Calculate your finances Evaluate your monthly expenses, especially on design resources. Ask yourself: - Can you maintain quality while reducing costs? - Can we cut licenses and software costs? - Are there more cost-effective alternatives available? By critically assessing your spending, you can identify areas where savings can be made without compromising on the quality of your output 2) Free up time As a leader, your time is precious. Instead of micromanaging and firefighting, focus on strategic activities that drive growth. To do this: - Conduct a time audit to see where your hours are going. - Identify apps and activities that drain your focus. By freeing up your time, you can dedicate more effort to acquiring new clients and scaling your business. 3) Outsource the work Enhance your productivity by partnering with a trusted agency for your design and creative needs. Outsourcing can offer: - Ready-to-use concepts, high-quality designs, and comprehensive asset creation. - Increased flexibility and commitment that might be lacking with individual freelancers. By outsourcing, you can ensure that your projects are handled by professionals dedicated to delivering top-notch results, allowing you to focus on core business activities that actually move the needle. Implement these top tips to streamline operations, reduce costs, and focus on growth-driving activities. Your agency or startup will be well on its way 🔥

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We crafted First Digital's identity four years ago. Their $FDUSD now boasts a $2B market cap. Today's reality? Market turbulence. But here's the real value of a strong brand: It's not just for the upswings. It's your anchor when markets get rough. It shines in bull runs, yes. But it holds firm in bear markets. It's consistent when everything else wavers. True recognition? It comes from weathering storms, not just riding waves. In this market, it's not about flash. It's about resilience.

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Is UX ship sinking? Are we at our lowest? I have analysed 150+ apps in the last 3 months A sleek design → Check Animations & Microinteractions → Check Scroll jacking → Check But where’s the product info? Why does creativity hide functionality? When does "cool" become "confusing"? And as the user, should we have to search for the value proposition? So, what’s the fix? Focus on information hierarchy. Every design should tell a story. - What is the product? - What problem does it solve? - How does it solve it? - Why is it better than similar products? Use design creatively, but don’t let it overshadow the story. When in doubt, remember this: complexity kills clarity. Which one do you think is more important? #design #ux #uxdesign #designcommunity

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5 Steps to Unshakable Property Branding Build property brands with intention. Creating a solid brand identity is crucial for commercial, high-end residential, and hospitality properties. Here are five essential steps to guide you: 1️⃣ Define your audience Understand their desires, needs, and preferences to tailor your brand message accordingly. 2️⃣ Develop a unique selling proposition Identify what sets your property apart and create a compelling USP that resonates with your target market. 3️⃣ Design a memorable visual identity Logos, color schemes, and typography should be consistent across all touchpoints to ensure recognition and credibility. 4️⃣ Craft a consistent brand voice Communicate your brand’s personality through a distinct tone and style in all content, online and offline. 6️⃣ Monitor and adapt Regularly evaluate your brand’s performance, adapting your strategies to stay ahead of industry trends and client expectations. Follow for more valuable real estate branding tips. #CommercialRealEstate #LuxuryRealEstate #RealEstateDevelopment #Branding #PropertyBranding #DesignThinking

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I’m not shallow but…”You need visuals that impress!” 🌟 It's all about showcasing your company's potential by identifying a problem, proposing a clever solution, and highlighting your innovation.  🎉 Understand your audience and competitors, outline your standout strategies, and you're halfway there.  📊 Perfect your financial projections, funding needs, and deliver your pitch with visuals that impress.  💥 A compelling pitch deck is crucial for entrepreneurs seeking investors and partners, serving as a narrative highlighting the company's potential. We can’t deliver your pitch for you, but we can give you a head start - by elevating your brand, visuals and pitch deck to help you stand out in a very crowded room (aka inbox).  Let Twist turn your content into a killer pitch!  Get in touch to discuss https://lnkd.in/enP2Z6Hc

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What design challenges do you face in your business? You may have seen my post yesterday about a new product I'm about to launch—ME! I'll be selling unlimited creative requests on a subscription basis, and I want to make sure I've got it just right... What would make this service invaluable for you? Drop your thoughts in the comments or send me a message—I’d love to hear from you as I finalize this offering. #freelancedesign #brandingdesign #marketing #womenshealth #creativemarketing #digitalmarketing #growthmarketing #freelance #webdesign

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Currently improving the dailydesign.io website Going for an overall sleeker look + implementing many of the things I do for client's sites but haven't done for my own (classic 🤌) Also planning to add: ☑️ new pricing ☑️ video demo ☑️ FAQ section ☑️ proper 'Work' section

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