Self-Made Web Designer

How to Make Your Web Design Business Coronavirus Proof

Episode Summary

The Coronavirus or COVID-19 has affected us all more than we probably ever thought it would. Schools are being canceled and offices are opting out to have employees stay home and work rather than come in. The tech space is a great field to work in at a time like this. BUT, that doesn't mean careers like web design, ux design, web development, software engineering won't be affected. The economy is built on layers and layers of industries that all affect one another like a Jenga puzzle. So, what can we do as web designers to make sure we aren't hit that hard? That's the topic of this weeks episode of the Self-Made Web Designer Podcast. Grab some popcorn. Sit down and let's talk about virus proofing your web design business

Episode Notes

YOU’LL LEARN

• How to have the right mindset during crisis as a web designer
• How to budget and pay yourself as a freelance web designer
• How to determine if the niche you’ve chosen is the right one as a web designer
• The importance of a community or network
• How to reach out and support your network despite not being able to grab a coffee
• How to stay productive and mentally healthy while working from home
• How to work at home when your kids school is canceled
• How to pivot your skillset and make sure you don’t become obsolete
• How to grow in your ability as a web designer

RESOURCES

World Health Organization | Coronavirus disease 
Advice for the public regarding the new coronavirus outbreak

Book: Love is the Killer App by Tim Sanders

To Write Love on Her Arms
Non profit organization providing hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide.

Article: Hope Will Not Be Cancelled
Blog by Jamie Tworkowski of To Write Love on Her Arms

Creative South Conference  
Creative South is a weekend of creative thinking, collaboration, and exploration. Attendees enjoy workshops, talks focused on process and experience, and meeting old friends as well as making new ones.

Article: Corona Virus: How to Work from Home and Not Go Crazy 
5 tips for getting work done from home despite an unusual environment

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