Archive - Nicole’s News

3 Signs You Should Abandon Your Creative Project

Quitting intentionally, rather than letting it happen.

Aug 21 •

December 2023

How to Write a Headline for Your Portfolio Website

Improve your job application response rate with a strong portfolio headline.

Dec 1, 2023 •

November 2023

How To Start a Personal Project

Gain the experience needed to land your next job by creating your own side projects.

Nov 1, 2023 •

October 2023

April 2023

Approached by a Freelance Client? Here's 5 Topics to Discuss Before Starting a Project

Successful freelance projects are determined by 5 ingredients: scope, budget, timeline, communication, and paperwork.

Apr 10, 2023 •

March 2023

3 Tips for Better Feedback From Your Freelance Design Clients

Getting good feedback starts with 3 steps: detail, documentation, and deadline.

Mar 18, 2023 •

February 2023

Q&A: Answering Your Portfolio Questions

From “what if I don’t have prior work experience?” to “what platform should I use?” — let’s talk about frequently asked portfolio questions.

Feb 24, 2023 •

September 2022

3 Tips for Easier User Interviews

As designers, we’re not experts on research — but sometimes we need to do it anyway. Here’s what I’ve found helpful in approaching it.

Sep 2, 2022 •

August 2022

What I Learned in My First 90 Days

I started my new role at Square a few months ago. Here’s how it’s been so far.

Aug 19, 2022 •

July 2022

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