Join us for episode 145, our final episode of Design and Prosper. 💛 After five incredible years, we've made the bittersweet decision to bring our podcast journey to a close.

In this deeply personal episode, we share:

• The pivotal moments that shaped Design and Prosper
• The joys and challenges of creating an online course
• Why we're saying goodbye and what's next for us

This isn't just a farewell—it's a celebration of YOU, our beautiful design community. Thank you for listening, learning, and growing with us.

Want to spend one last year together? 🌟 We've opened enrolments for The Academy's final round. With monthly group coaching, accountability, and our full course toolkit, let's make 2025 your most extraordinary year in business.

This is your chance to soak up everything we've learned over decades of design business success. Ready to join us?
https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy

Register for our 3-day training, Pathway To Profit, and fast-track your design business success & build a life you LOVE.
https://www.designandprosper.co/pathwaytoprofit

Free resources for designers: 👀
https://www.designandprosper.co/free

Got more q's about the Academy? Book in a free chat here:
https://portal.designandprosper.co/public/appointment-scheduler/624bbcd8488098abbdc40915/schedule

It's official—we're opening doors to The Academy for the very last time, but, we're going out with a bang and would like to invite you to spend the entire 2025 with us!

Join The Academy — it's your very last chance!
https://www.designandprosper.co/theacademy

We know you've got a lot to think about, so in this episode, we're answering all your burning questions about The Academy:

Q: Even though my business just started two weeks ago and I'm not super clear on my ideal business, would the Academy still be something I should consider at this point, or should I wait until I have more solid direction?

Q: Do we cover getting clients and lead magnets?

Q: If I already own the bonuses through the elevate bundle, is there much overlap with the Academy?

Q: Is the Academy only suited for graphic designers? I'm a web designer.

Q: I'm still a student and will be graduating next year, would The Academy be right for me at this stage of my career?

Q: I am a self-taught designer, will this still work for me?

Q: Can we join any time or do we need to be ready now?

Q: Will the Academy help me to prove my value so people could trust I can deliver when charging higher prices?

Q: Would The Academy be a good thing to do in conjunction with updating my website / portfolio etc?

Q: When we sign up to the course are all of these assets included? (time tracker, templates etc) What IS actually included?

Q: How much time per week would we need to dedicate to the Academy?

Q: I remember your saying on the podcast that ideally we should work no more than 30 hours and I am wondering if you'll help guide us on how we can do that? From a horrible time manager 😅

Q: Will the Academy help me to get clear on my pricing? I live in New York and I'm bewildered on how to get our worth and price.

Q: Do you teach how to do the one concept method in The Academy?

Q: How long will I have access to the course?

Q: Do you have a refund policy?

Register for our 3-day training, Pathway To Profit and fast-track your design business success & build a life you LOVE.
https://www.designandprosper.co/pathwaytoprofit

Free resources for designers: 👀
https://www.designandprosper.co/free

Got more q's about the Academy? Book in a free chat here:
https://portal.designandprosper.co/public/appointment-scheduler/624bbcd8488098abbdc40915/schedule

In episode 143, we're diving into designer questions!

Question 1: Should you share personal vulnerabilities with clients?
We chat about the growing trend of sharing personal stories in business and whether it's something you should embrace.

Question 2: How do you handle a demanding retainer client?
One of our listeners is dealing with a client who's taking up two to three days of their week. We discuss setting clear boundaries, creating a client portal to streamline communication, and whether it's time to reassess the profitability of that retainer.

Question 3: How do you overcome the belief that your target clients can't afford your services?
We know how frustrating it can be when potential clients balk at your pricing. We'll talk through how to explore different client segments, communicate the true value of your services, and tweak your pricing strategy to suit a range of budgets without compromising on your passion.

Mentioned in this episode:
Register for Pathway To Profit and fast-track your design business success & build a life you LOVE.

https://www.designandprosper.co/ptp

Episode 37: Ditch the Dirty F Word in your graphic design business

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/36-what-courage-looks-like-in-a-graphic-design-business/id1523004678?i=1000525708900

Episode 61. Graphic Design Pricing: What to do when clients can't afford you

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/graphic-design-pricing-what-to-do-when-clients-cant/id1523004678?i=1000571451736

Episode 123: Your Pricing Isn't The Problem - Why your clients aren't saying 'Yes'

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/design-and-prosper/id1523004678?i=1000644751674

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