I recently stumbled upon an article from JustCreativeDesign and it was on point. Maybe you’d like to take a look at these worst habits, to be prepared if you’re a designer or to try and not fall into that category if you’re a client.
Here’s my three favourite ones from the post (quoted from article):
1. Wanting Great Designs for Cheap Prices
Because everyone seems to have Photoshop and know a designer nowadays, many clients tend to have a bad idea of what design is worth. While it can be ok to have low prices when you are starting out, when you are confident enough and your work is good enough you should come up with prices that make it worth your time.
Many clients also try to outsource their projects to India and other places where designers work for rock bottom prices, but you need to stick behind your work and hold out for those clients who know what you are worth. Let them know why you are the best choice!
7. Forcing you to use Poorly Designed Logos and Other Elements
Many times clients will ask you to include pre-existing logos or other design elements within the project you are working on. You will have to judge when and when not to argue this if you feel it hurts the overall design. Learning how to negotiate and inform clients on what you believe is best can be considered an art form and takes practice!
20. I Know Everything
Similar to over controlling clients, some clients think they know everything there is to know about design and what your job entails. They tend to tell you exactly what to do with your designs and can be very pushy. Sometimes you have to just deal with this, but as mentioned before don’t be afraid to give your input. I mean they did hire you because you are a professional designer right?
Click the link above to read all of the 20 worst habits.
This article was originally written by Gino over at YouTheDesigner.
Popularity: 1% [?]
