Rookie Designer 171

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Rookie Designer Podcast

Jake Van Ness & Carl Grivakis

166 episodes

2 months ago

The Rookie Designer Podcast was founded in 2005, about one year into the growth of the new medium referred to as podcasting. Tired of the typical jargon laden, elitist discussions about the design field of work, Rookie Designer set out to create a resource for all designers, young and old, experienced and non. The Rookie Designer Podcast, brings tips, techniques and discussion delivered in an easy-to-understand format.

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Rookie Designer 171 - Saying No

Rookie Designer Podcast

40 minutes

7 years ago

Rookie Designer 171 - Saying No

This week Jake and Carl discuss how important it is to say no as a creative and business owner. It can be a difficult thing to do but sometimes projects and clients aren't a good fit. They discuss some of the situations where they have had to say no and explain what helped them make that decision. Throw in a couple design news items and this weeks Rookie Recommendations and you got yourself episode 171.

Design News:
These designers have reimagined the 'wheelchair symbol' to include invisible disabilities
Enter GDUSA’s 55th Anniversary American Graphic Design Awards™

Rookie Recommendations:
Carl - Fodor's Essential Scotland (Travel Guide)
Jake - Opt-Out Life Podcast

BS Flag
Sometimes you just have to pull out the good ole BS Flag when you are dealing with someone. We think every designer should have one of these.

The Client Attraction Mindset by Taughnee
Link to Book - The Client Attraction Mindset
Interview with Taughnee - Rookie Designer Podcast Episode 169
Remember to follow the instructions given in the podcast to win one of three copies of her book! Winner will be announced in the next few weeks.