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- How Seinfeld’s Productivity Secret Fixed My Procrastination Problem
“I’ve long been overwhelmed by an unwieldy list of goals that would sit, unaccomplished, in a long-term to-do list year after year. Then I came across a simple trick that solved my chronic problem. As gimmicky as it may sound, I’m now accomplis…
- Helping South African illustrators get a better deal
“Concern over the well-being of the creative industries in South Africa prompted illustrator Emma Cook to set up her own agency.
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- Why Freelancing Isn’t For The Faint Of Heart
“These days everyone wants to be their own CEO. But do they really want the risk that comes with it?
” - Why Designers Shouldn’t Worry About Squarespace’s $10 Logo Service
“Squarespace’s $10 logo service has caused outrage among the design community on Twitter. But, Tom Actman argues, good designers should not be worried…
I saw the Squarespace Logo hullabaloo explode yesterday, but quickly tried to distance mys… - Earning More From Web Design: Extra Services You Can Provide
“With the digital landscape becoming increasingly competitive and the cost to acquire a new website project steadily growing, web designers need to be proactive in finding additional ways to create ongoing value for their clients.
To survive, …
- Student Steals from Dozens of Artists, Behance Champions Artists’ Rights
“STUDENT ARTIST SURES KUMAR TRIED TO MAKE A STATEMENT BY STEALING ART FROM BEHANCE PORTFOLIOS, THEN BEHANCE ASKED HIM TO STOP. FEARING AN EXPENSIVE LEGAL BATTLE, HE COMPLIED. HERE’S WHAT OTHER ARTISTS AND DESIGNERS COULD LEARN FROM HIS STORY.”
… - Correction: ‘Candy” Trademark Application FILED, Not Granted YET #IP #Trademark
“King’s move has raised concerns that if the company successfully trademarks ‘candy,’ no one will be able to use it in any of their game titles. To many, it also seems unfair that a big developer should be able to “own” a word. A candy-themed g…
- Insanity! USPTO Grants Trademark for the Word “Candy” to Candy Crush Saga Game Dev #IP #Trademark
How can the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office grant a Trademark on the word “candy” to cover games and software, educational services, and clothing?! Anyone remember the Candyland game from childhood? It–and a number of satirical and critical d…
- Is the UK design industry on the road to recovery?
“The fifth annual Design Industry Voices report suggests digital and design agencies may be emerging from the economic difficulties of recent years.
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- 15 brilliantly imaginative custom playing cards
“Suits you, sir! Check out these brilliantly designed and visually inventive custom playing cards designs from a range of top illustrators.
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- Can An Online Education Actually Land You A Job?
“Job options for people who educate themselves via free online courses are expanding—slowly.”
- Don’t Be Afraid to Give Negative Feedback, People Actually Want It
“Ever feel uncomfortable giving someone else suggestions for improvement? You don’t need to worry any longer. Harvard Business Review reveals that even though no one likes to give negative feedback, everyone wants to hear it.P
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- Print Magazines Can Survive If They Prioritize, Says Study
“Old-school print media was said to be heading toward an inevitable death, but a new study suggests they may have a way out after all.
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