What to Include in a Design Brief (So You Don’t Waste Time or Money)
Imagine handing a cat a laser pointer and not turning it on. Confusing, right? That’s exactly how designers feel…
Web Design vs. Web Development: What You Actually Need (and When)
Let’s settle this once and for all: web design is the fur, and web development is the bones. Both are essential, but knowing…
Design Trends That Are Hurting Your Brand (And What to Do Instead)
Just because all the ‘wiggle tails’ are doing it doesn’t mean it’s good for your brand…
From Sketch to Screen: What Actually Happens When You Hire a Design Agency
Some clients think design agencies just drink lattes and move shapes around….
Speed vs. Quality: How to Prioritize When You’re on a Deadline
Let’s be real – even the most graceful cat can’t land on its feet if it’s rushed off a ledge….
The 3-Feedback Rule: How to Give Input That Actually Improves the Design
Designers aren’t mind readers. We’re just cats with sharp instincts and sharper Adobe skills…
What Great Design Clients Do Differently (It’s Not About Budget)
If you want your design process to feel less like herding cats and more like a ballet of sleek, pixel-perfect progress…
The Real Cost of DIY Design (Hint: It’s Not Just About Money)
You wouldn’t let your dog fix your plumbing – so why let yourself DIY your brand design?…
The UX Mistake That’s Costing You Clients (And You Don’t Even Know It)
Here’s the thing – your website might look sleek, your product might be genius, but if your users feel even a smidge lost, they’ll bounce…
How to Build a Brand That’s Memorable, Not Just Pretty
Your brand isn’t just a logo in nice fonts. It’s the way people feel about you when you’re not in the room. It’s the catnip trail that keeps them coming back…