Web developers have been the bedrock of any company’s business strategy for some time, and the industry is continuing to thrive and grow at a rapid pace. This is why it’s surprising that it is so lacklustre when it comes to diversity. A recent study revealed 80% of those in the design industry are male,… Continue reading Diversity Initiatives in Web Design
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Making Money as a Graphic Designer
Do you have the skills as a graphic designer but work in another job? Perhaps switching careers might do you more good in terms of money made and how much enjoyment you get out of work. Even if you have not had an opportunity to gain real working experience, there is still a lot that… Continue reading Making Money as a Graphic Designer
How to Use Instagram To Grow Your Web Design Business
One of the biggest mistakes a business owner can make today is ignoring social media marketing or treating it as an afterthought. This is even more so in an increasingly competitive space like the web design niche where small businesses have to strive to leave the shadows of more established brands with years of history… Continue reading How to Use Instagram To Grow Your Web Design Business
How to Style Wide and Full-Width Gutenberg Blocks in WordPress
The Gutenberg block editor for WordPress has changed how we create content within the CMS. But it’s also opened up some new possibilities on the front end as well. One of the more interesting developments in this area is the ability to add “full” or “wide” blocks to a page or post. This feature adds… Continue reading How to Style Wide and Full-Width Gutenberg Blocks in WordPress
Top 5 PHP CMS in 2020
February 20, 2020 by Richie KS Choosing a CMS is what you need to do at the beginning of any web development process. From multiple options available today, it may be quite challenging to pick something particular as many factors should be taken into account, such as desired design, performance, and special features. In this… Continue reading Top 5 PHP CMS in 2020
Exciting New Tools for Designers, February 2020
Are you starting 2020 off on the right foot? How about keeping up with those resolutions to learn or try something new? Either way, you’re in luck. This roundup is packed with new tools to help you through projects or learn new tricks to enhance your skillset. Here’s what’s new for designers this month. Calcolor… Continue reading Exciting New Tools for Designers, February 2020
What Does 5G Mean for Web Designers?
However, 5G isn’t just set to have an impact on mobile browsing. Changes in mobile connectivity will have an impact on web design too. As a web designer, it’s up to you to consider how the latest connectivity tools will impact the way users browse the web. Additionally, you may find that you have more… Continue reading What Does 5G Mean for Web Designers?
25+ Top Cleaning Services Company WordPress Themes to Download 2020
The cleaning industry is growing—and fast. Globally, it’s expected to reach $78800 million by the end of 2023 and it’s experiencing double-digit growth in countries like the US, the UK, and Singapore. Whatever the reasons behind this surge, it’s clear that there’s vast potential for current or new cleaning services ready to tap into the… Continue reading 25+ Top Cleaning Services Company WordPress Themes to Download 2020
How to Use Popups Without Damaging User Experience
Website owners/designers/developers are always looking for the best strategies to convert new leads into loyal customers, and popups are one of the most effective ways to catch your audience’s attention. Unfortunately, popups can be intrusive and often turn users away. As per a study by HubSpot, popups are one of the three most disliked forms… Continue reading How to Use Popups Without Damaging User Experience
Reasons for Web Designers to Stick with WordPress
Sometimes, even the best of friends can have a disagreement. That’s the sort of vibe that WordPress and its community have been dealing with for quite some time. There’s still a lot of love, but it goes along with some undertones of frustration. No, it’s not everyone who feels this way. It may not even… Continue reading Reasons for Web Designers to Stick with WordPress
17 MailChimp Templates for Every Purpose and Occasion
In this article we list 17 different MailChimp templates to help you make the most of your email marketing efforts, no matter the occasion or purpose. These templates have been selected for their amazing designs, and fully functional and customizable structure. Your aim with these is to create highly converting and effective email campaigns. So,… Continue reading 17 MailChimp Templates for Every Purpose and Occasion
How To Create An Expert Like Design Portfolio With These 20 Pro Tips
When you are a graphic designer, the portfolio that you have is basically the entire world for you. It is the total summary that you have to show for your wonderful skills of creativity and design. Whether you are an expert or just a student in the world of graphic design, there is no doubt… Continue reading How To Create An Expert Like Design Portfolio With These 20 Pro Tips
Great Design is Built on Great Research
If there is any secret to a good design, then it is to conduct good research beforehand. Great design does not happen by chance, it is always based on the understanding of the user and empathy. Research is a fundamental part in understanding context and narrowing down to the “right” problem users face, which is… Continue reading Great Design is Built on Great Research
Why Graphic designing is a rapidly growing industry!
Graphic design is the art that allows you to plan your projects with creative ideas and communicate through graphical representation. What is Graphic Design? The past decade has seen a massive surge in graphic designing and content marketing strategies. Graphic designing stands way tall than other means of promoting businesses. This is merely because of… Continue reading Why Graphic designing is a rapidly growing industry!
Benefits of Using Kanban Tools in Project Management
Team members are the people who usually give their insight when there is a discussion about identifying the opportunities to improve the business. But in the majority of the situations they will be busy, and it does not seem right to pull them from their work and get their input. So, if the same team… Continue reading Benefits of Using Kanban Tools in Project Management
11 Quick Tips to Skyrocket Your Ecommerce Marketplace Conversion Rates
Currently there are many sites for selling and providing services in the world market of Ecommerce. Each marketplace in the competitive struggle tries to get the attention of potential customers, but, unfortunately, not everyone not everyone succeeds in this. Growth of the marketplace can only be ensured by knowing secrets of the conversion of site… Continue reading 11 Quick Tips to Skyrocket Your Ecommerce Marketplace Conversion Rates
HanaBot Reservation Chatbot — A Case Study
The Ask: Enhance the chatbot experience and improve the user on-boarding process. User Goals: Ability to make a reservation easily Ability to create an account quickly Ability to alter existing reservations (Ex// Cancellations, extending time) Business Goals: Provide users with a positive reservation experience at HanaHaus AND on-the-go Increase customer engagement with the chatbot Convert… Continue reading HanaBot Reservation Chatbot — A Case Study
How the Quality of Your Website Affects Marketing Opportunities
The fortunes of any website depend on a wide range of factors. Some of these are obvious, but among the less considered factors is the overall quality of a website. Not many web owners seem to realize it, but a well-designed website will present many more marketing opportunities than an amateurish one. Increase the Chances… Continue reading How the Quality of Your Website Affects Marketing Opportunities
6 Tools Every Web Design Professional Must Have
Web design is both a science and an art – although you need much creativity to come up with beautiful designs, you also need tools to further perfect them or make them even more attractive. When it comes to tools, each web designer has his preferences. However, there are also tools that most, if not… Continue reading 6 Tools Every Web Design Professional Must Have
Shhh… a UX designer’s mistakes
A few days ago was my 2 year anniversary at StatMuse (visit us) and subsequently also my 2 year anniversary as a UX/UI Designer! Although I am happy that we’ve shipped multiple responsive websites, a brand new iOS app, and a some platform bots, I do recognize that I’ve made a whole bunch of mistakes… Continue reading Shhh… a UX designer’s mistakes
How to Write an Advertising Content to Promote Your Blog
Nowadays, many people from different countries all over the world start their own businesses. Nevertheless, the questions of how to make a creative advertising efficient content for the business and write interesting advertising blogs to boost the business remain open for many people. Despite the fact, that there are many articles from the best authors… Continue reading How to Write an Advertising Content to Promote Your Blog
How does design strategy work within a large enterprise?
Courtesy Dilbert Last October, I visited my alma mater, the School of Visual Arts Masters in Branding program, which teaches graduate students about the intersections of business & design. Whenever I visit, there’s always students that have questions about what I do, both as an IBM’er and a Design Strategist. Most recently, I was asked… Continue reading How does design strategy work within a large enterprise?
How SAP Fiori Can Help Transform User Experience?
In a context of digital transformation, many companies using SAP for their internal and external needs underestimate the importance of user experience. A lot has been said about SAP UX in terms of technology and design but still, the skills necessary for good user adoption are in short supply. That’s why SAP providers are in… Continue reading How SAP Fiori Can Help Transform User Experience?
5 Reasons Why Your Business Needs a Website
Over 80% of consumers research a business, product or service online before making a purchase decision. Yet, only about half of businesses today have a website. Whether you’re an established business or a start-up, having a professional and interactive website that speaks your brand message should be a critical part of your business goals. Many… Continue reading 5 Reasons Why Your Business Needs a Website