Real Reads No. 16
FollowA selection of Real Owl’s favourite articles all under one cover
I work for a fixture-making company in a small, industrial town. They’ve been in business for sixty...
I work in a print shop. A client signed off on a proof for a shower invitation. I suggested a...
Client: We have to fix the website. I typed in “Jane Doe” as my username when I was testing the...
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What if the thing you are most afraid of doing is the thing you are supposed to do?
Why I’m rejecting the “hustle” mindset
A returning customer who is a repeat offender for wanting last minute orders of hand written sheets...
So I took on a pro bono project. I enjoy providing free work for those who I deem worth of it....
5 productivity tips and tools
Every day is a new opportunity for growth
I work at a marketing/advertising agency on the West Coast, in an area known for agriculture and...
Not a client from hell, but wanted to share this to show everyone that GOOD clients do...
Reaching people on the internet
Advice for designers
Work from home? Develop these habits
Client: I noticed you changed some of the text.Me: I made some slight grammatical changes, yeah....
I set up, designed, and maintained a vanity blog for a bored, wealthy middle-aged woman. After a...
Great Questions Lead to Great Design: A Guide to the Design Thinking Process
Client: Why aren’t you in touch? You should be calling me once a day.Me: I didn’t think the job...
Client: I’d like to hire you for a wedding shoot. Your website says initial meetings are free - is...
To Hell With Subtle Design