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In this episode, I’m doing something a little different. Recently, I sent out a newsletter about how I noticed designers Googling each other’s clients to “check if the projects are real.” I didn’t expect much. But then… my inbox exploded. Turns out, people have thoughts . Some agreed with me. Some challenged me. So in today’s episode, I’m reading out a bunch of those anonymous replies and reacting to each one with my honest take. We’re talking: Whether designers should disclose passion projects ...
Let’s talk about that moment where you’re so drained by a project that you start doing more just to end it . You’re not alone, but there’s a difference between overdelivering intentionally and handing over extras just to escape. In this episode, I’m digging into why we overdeliver when we’re frustrated (and why it backfires), along with the emotional toll of dragging projects. We’ll also touch on why burnout doesn’t care how much you’re getting paid and how poor communication causes most boundar...
In this episode, I’m joined by designer James Barnard to talk about pricing transparency. After reading a confession from a creative who said listing their prices might have scared off all their leads, we talk about why this advice doesn’t work for everyone. We also get into how to communicate your value without putting numbers on your site as well as some of James' tips for social media content. If you’ve ever second-guessed your pricing, or wondered whether you’re making things harder for your...
Took a break and now your creative brain won’t boot up again? In this episode, I’m sharing how I stop time off from completely derailing my design business. From overwhelm to finding a weekly rhythm that actually works (especially as a parent), this is a real look at how I get back on track without spiralling or wishing for an empty to-do list. The Confession: "I get thrown off my work rhythm at the start of a new week after the break at the weekends. It happens every week and I have a long week...
Ahh the classic imposter syndrome. In this episode, I break down the fear of getting it wrong, the pressure to look like an expert, and the myth that everyone else knows what they’re doing. If you’ve ever spiraled halfway through making a post online, this one’s for you. The Confession: "I feel like such an imposter when I try to give advice or make educational content because it feels like everyone else has it figured out. I’m scared of saying the wrong thing and getting called out for it, but ...
In this episode, I’m diving into how 'authenticity' has become a marketing strategy, the difference between curating what you share and faking stories for engagement and how audiences have become smarter. If you’ve ever looked at someone’s post and thought, “this still feels curated” , this episode is for you. The Confession: "Everyone teaches being authentic as best practice but it still feels like their 'authenticity' is still made to look perfect." Last week's episode is here See Frankie Harr...
I’m talking about the pressure to fake success in the online design space when you’re struggling to book design clients. I'm sharing why “fake it ‘til you make it” has become such a common (and risky) tactic, and how it can backfire when the truth catches up to you. The Confession: "I am "faking it til I make it" by pretending to have actual clients.. it's gotten so far that other designers are starting to ask about where I get clients & how to talk to clients on disco calls" Ready to share ...
In this episode, I’m talking about the all or nothing mindset and why two things can be true at once. The Confession: "I used to think that if i wasn't showing up consistently then I was failing & if i didn't love doing design every single day then maybe I wasn't cut out for it. But lately I've been reminding myself that two things can be true at the same time" Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you feel like you can’t ask? Submit it here Follow Robin on Instagram ...
The Confession: "When i have client calls, I price the project based on how annoying I think client is going to be during the process" This episode dives into why pricing should never be personal, how to protect your creativity without guessing someone’s vibe, and what to do instead of adjusting your rates out of fear. Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you feel like you can’t ask? Submit it here Follow Robin on Instagram here Follow the Podcast Instagram ...
This week I’m joined by Jenn from Stankin Good Design to talk all about the pressure to perform on social media, designing for visibility instead of value, and the real cost of chasing validation from other designers instead of your actual clients. Together we unpack: How to spot when you’re designing for the algorithm, not your audience Whether trends are helping or hurting your creativity The difference between soul work and survival work Why not everyone can afford to “just create for fun” Re...
The Confession: "i've totally given up on my 2025 goals i don't know what i was thinking" In this episode, we’re talking about what happens when those goals you set in the New Year no longer feel right, why changing your mind doesn't make you a failure and why prioritising the now and future version of you is better than sticking with the past version that you've grown away from. The New Year Episode Mentioned: "Why New Year Goals Might Be Overrated?" Ready to share your story, opinions or those...
In this episode, we’re talking about the reality of being new in your creative business and why feeling behind doesn’t mean you’re not good enough. I’m also sharing a personal story from my first ever client project (spoiler: I had no idea what I was doing) and why feeling discomfort might be the one thing that gets you where you want to go. This is your permission slip to start before you feel 100% ready because literally everyone does. Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you...
There’s a lot of advice floating around for designers and creative business owners… but what if it’s not actually helping you? In this episode, I’m breaking down some of the most popular business advice I’ve seen online and why it didn’t really work for me (and what I’ve chosen to do instead) This isn’t about bashing advice or pretending to have the “right” way, it's about sharing real experiences in a space that often feels like it's all about doing what everyone else is doing. If you’ve been t...
Social media should be about connection, inspiration, and celebrating great work, not about keeping score. In this episode, we’re talking about: whyy follow-for-follow culture is exhausting, why engagement isn’t a transaction and how creating a feed you actually enjoy can change the game Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you feel like you can’t ask? Submit it here Follow Robin on Instagram here Follow the Podcast Instagram here Get The Newsletter, Templ...
This week's confession: "I think i've spent hundreds of $ on courses and learning stuff and taken lots of free courses but I feel like I'm not getting anywhere. " If you’ve ever felt like you’re one course away from finally figuring it all out , you’re not alone. So many designers fall into the trap of thinking there’s a secret they just haven’t learned yet —but that’s not how it works. In this episode, we’re talking about: - Why designers keep searching for the "missing piece" - How marketing m...
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No matter how many nice comments you get, it’s always the one hate comment that sticks with you. Why is that? And how do we actually deal with it? Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you feel like you can’t ask? Submit your Creative Confession here Follow Robin on Instagram here Follow the Podcast Instagram here Get The Newsletter, Templates & Design Freebies here Enjoying the podcast? Please drop a quick review! It helps more creatives find...
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In this episode, I’m talking about the unrealistic (and honestly kinda hurtful) expectations around clients, why trust is earned not owed , and why being a good designer doesn’t mean rejecting every client who has an opinion. Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you feel like you can’t ask? Submit your Creative Confession here Follow Robin on Instagram here Follow the Podcast Instagram here Get The Newsletter, Templates & Design Freebies here ...
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Figuring out what to share on social media is hard. Do you just post your work and keep it professional? Or do you sprinkle in a little personal stuff so people actually get to know you? It’s tricky to know where the line is, and let’s not even get started on the fear of oversharing or posting something irrelevant. Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you feel like you can’t ask? Submit your Creative Confession here Follow Robin on Instagram here Follow the Po...
As a multi-passionate queen who has spent my whole life being told I'm 'indecisive' because I love to explore my creativity, niching down was a tricky one. I'm talking about how I went about this and how you can do the same Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you feel like you can’t ask? Submit your Creative Confession here Follow Robin on Instagram here Follow the Podcast Instagram here Get The Newsletter, Templates & Design Freebies here E...
WE’RE DISCUSSING THIS ANONYMOUS CREATIVE CONFESSION: “I decided not to set any new years resolutions because I never stick to them but then I saw lots of people sharing their goals for the new year and I feel like I missed out.” Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you feel like you can’t ask? Submit your Creative Confession here Follow Robin on Instagram here Follow the Podcast Instagram here Get The Newsletter, Templates & Design Freebies here...
This year, I invited six incredible designers to reflect on their 2024 journeys. In this special end-of-year episode, they get real about their biggest wins, their hardest fails, the advice they’d give to new designers, and their creative confessions. This is more than just a highlight reel—it’s a raw, honest look at the ups and downs of life as a creative. Whether you’re starting out or you’ve been in the game for years, these stories will inspire, motivate, and remind you that you’re not alone...
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TODAY'S CONFESSION: “Why do people act like freelancing is this easy way out and we should all quit our full time jobs and start raking in the big client projects. It’s hard af’ The Episode About Freelancing: https://pod.fo/e/257f19 Ready to share your story, opinions or those questions you feel like you can’t ask? Submit your Creative Confession here Follow Robin on Instagram here Follow the Podcast Instagram here Get The Newsletter, Templates & Design Freebies ...
