Stop Using Pinterest Only for Inspiration. Your Next Client Might Be There.
Most designers use Pinterest to find inspiration—but what if your potential clients are using it to find you?
Pinterest can be more than a moodboard or reference library. When used strategically, it can become another way for clients to discover your work, explore your portfolio, and eventually get in touch.
In this blog, I’ll show you how to use Pinterest the right way so your work doesn’t just get saved—it leads people back to you.
How to Avoid Getting Scammed as a Designer
Freelancing gives you freedom. But it also means you have to protect yourself.
When you work with clients online, especially international clients, not everyone who contacts you is actually looking to hire you.
Some are looking to take your work, your money, or simply waste your time.
I’ve experienced this myself, which is why I included scams and client safety in my book Becoming a Global Designer. Because learning how to work with clients isn’t only about getting better at design—it’s also about knowing who you can trust.
Here are some warning signs every designer should know.