Best Chris Misterek Podcasts (2025)

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394 - The Self-Made Web Designer is Back with Chris Misterek 1:18:57

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Great to have Chris “the self-made web designer” back on the podcast! Aside from casual catch-up and web shop talk, we get into where the web industry is today compared to when we first entered the industry years ago. Chris has a unique perspective as a freelance web designer who got most of his work through Upwork, and, with his work with ShowIt, …

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397 - Life as a Corporate Web Designer with Chris Webb 1:17:17

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When I began my career in web design, my initial goal was to “get a job” as a web designer for an agency or corporation…until I realized corporate life is NOT for me. But that’s me, I enjoy the world of risk and reward of freelancing and entrepreneurship, whereas the freelance lifestyle is NOT for everyone. So today I’m thrilled to share the conver…

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396 - High Converting Website Trends in 2025 with Whitney Bateson 1:06:37

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This episode is a conversation I had with Web Designer Pro™ member Whitney Bateson recently on her podcast “The Growth Show” where she helps wellness professionals build and launch a successful online presence. While she picked my brain about current website conversion trends in 2025 mainly to help her clients, we actually talked about some signifi…

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395 - Going Full-Time Web Design (a WDP Coaching Call with Ben and Alexia) 1:04:19

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This episode is a recent coaching call I had with two members from my community Web Designer Pro™, all about going full-time with your web design business. Alexia JUST went full-time at the time of publishing this episode and Ben went full-time in Dec of 2024, so it was great hearing both of their perspectives about lessons learned going full-time …

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393 - New DNS Course (Free Lesson + DNS Checklist) 27:37

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I just launched a new DNS Course for Web Designers, specifically to help you get a 101, foundational understanding of all things domains, DNS records, email, security, performance, etc. It replaced what was formerly my cPanel course. It’s a short, snappy, “what you need to know” DNS course without getting too technical or overwhelming. In this podc…

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392 - Getting Clients through Instagram with Marie Brown 59:54

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Repeat guest and founding member of Web Designer Pro™, Marie Brown, is back on the podcast, sharing what’s working for her with getting clients through Instagram. And she offers a much-needed reminder that, even if clients don’t mark down “found you on social media,” it doesn’t mean it’s not working. The more touch points you have and the more you …

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391 - 5 Years Since Selling my Agency (what I learned and what I’d do differently) 49:46

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In the Summer of 2020, I made a huge decision…to sell my agency In Transit Studios and go full-time into web design online education. In this episode, I’m reflecting (5 years later) and sharing some lessons learned on the things I would do again and things I’d do differently. Head to the show notes to get all links and resources we mentioned, along…

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390 - Ai and Web Design (a 101 Overview) with Antwaun Williams 1:05:36

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If there’s one word that can sum up where the industry of web design is right now in the age of Ai, I’d say it’s “uncertainty.” But uncertainty doesn’t have to be bad. I love talking to people who are excited and optimistic about the road ahead and one of those folks is Web Designer Pro member Antwaun Williams (goes by A-T) A-T is an early adopter …

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Copy These 10 Tips (They'll Blow Up Your Web Design Biz) 9:18

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I'm sharing 10 lessons that took me a decade to learn while building my web design business. From avoiding the niche trap to understanding the importance of marketing, these are real, battle-tested tips to help your business grow. I've experienced the highs and the lows, and now I'm sharing all my notes with you. 🛝 Grab the slides! https://selfmade…

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389 - Selling High-Ticket Design Services with Kenzi Green & Marisa Burgett 1:11:51

2M ago1:11:51

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Have you heard the rumours that high-ticket is ☠️? Rumours they are, indeed. Clients are absolutely still investing in high-ticket design packages (both web and branding) that range from 5k, 10k, 20k, 30k +. And to learn about how to structure high-ticket packages and how to sell them, I’m pumped to bring Kenzi Green and Maris Burgett of thebriefco…

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388 - Q&A with Josh (July 2025) 1:00:23

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Here's the replay of the latest Q&A session held live on my YouTube channel. Links mentioned: Copy my new Revenue Calculator (free) Bailey Collins' Design Day Blueprint Course (affiliate link) *** Course enrollment ends Friday, July 25th, 2025 *** Great live Q&A session here where we dove into topics including: • Website in a day versus website in …

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Ready to launch your 4k Website-in-a-Day offer? 4:43

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Ready to start selling 3k, 4k, and 5k Website-in-a-Day packages? Bailey Collin's new Design Day Blueprint Course is now open for enrollment and I'm a proud affiliate/recommender of learning from her! Her recent episode (#387) on how she and her team have sold over 400+ design days is on 🔥 right now, so I know there's a big need for guidance on this…

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The Only 5 Web Design Skills That Actually Matter 18:38

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🛝 Grab the slides! https://selfmadewebdesigner.com/5skills 📝 Check out the free/cheap fonts selection https://selfmadewebdesigner.com/fonts 👨🏼‍💻 Watch Next! 💸 14 Ways to Land High Paying Web Design Clients https://youtu.be/jGDrKhaLWyw 🖼️ 50 Web Design Tips and Tricks to Level Up Instantly https://youtu.be/rRFD6tENX2U 📩 Sign-Up for the SMWD and Get …

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387 - 400+ Website in a Day Clients with Bailey Collins 1:06:54

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You’ve probably heard of VIP days or Website in a Day packages…but if you’ve yet to crack the code on how to do them effectively, DO NOT MISS this episode. Bailey Collins and her Honey Wave Creative team have landed over 400+ website in a day projects and are now charging $3,800 (addons available) for each design day client. Now, I had some questio…

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386 - Getting Web Design Clients on LinkedIn with Joe McKay 56:22

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I’m not currently active on LinkedIn but ironically, if I was starting a web design business today, it’s the place I’d spend most of my social media/online connection time. Why? Well, mainly because I know it’s geared towards connecting professionals rather than social media algorithm entertainment. If you’re interested in what’s working well for g…

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385 - Designing Your Business Around You with Lindsey Freeman 1:16:07

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Something I’ve learned over my 16 years of being self employed is the importance of designing your business around you. Not designing your life around your business. That’s exactly what Lindsey Freeman, founder and creative director of Designed to be Human, and I dive into in this episode. It’s easier said than done of course. And there are times w…

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384 - Will Etch Save WordPress? with Kevin Geary 1:03:46

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WordPress is in a tricky spot…and while still over 43% of websites on the internet use it, other platforms and builders are picking up steam and gaining in market share. My big questions are: Has WordPress reached it’s potential? Is WP just for old dudes? Will Gutenberg (aka the block editor) EVER improve? Do people care more about WordPress or the…

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Q&A with Josh - June 2025 1:07:04

3M ago1:07:04

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Here's the replay from the most recent live Q&A that was held on my YouTube channel! Special offer extended to you as a podcast listener 👇 Use code JUNE50 to get 50% off your first month of Web Designer Pro, either for the courses or community tier. This offer expires at the end of June 2025. https://webdesignerpro.com In this one, we covered: • Re…

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383 - Mastering Your Nervous System (to help you in business) with Jonny Miller 58:42

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How does working on your nervous system help you as a web designer apart from the obvious fear of public speaking and large group settings? Turns out, it affects (either positively or negatively) EVERY aspect of your day to day as a web designer and business owner. In the name of sustainability, longevity and just being healthy and happy as a busin…

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Sales Objections Every Web Designer Hears (How to Win) 5:39

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In this episode, I'll share the five most common sales objections faced by web designers and how to effectively overcome them in just five minutes. From credibility and price objections to commitment, scope, and comparison objections, I'll provide actionable strategies to handle each one. Learn how to reframe weaknesses as strengths, build trust wi…

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382 - Looking at a $2,000 Paid Discovery Offer with Racheal Graham 1:03:52

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Paid Discovery is a HOT topic right now in web design. The idea of getting paid for a discovery call – before wasting an hour of your day with someone who has a budget of $300 – is dang intriguing for pretty much every web designer. But then the questions come up… Is it just a consult/strategy call? How much do I charge for it? What if I don’t have…

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Hey from me and my daughter (at the beach) 4:08

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I'm away with my family for vacation this week but, aside from skimming back through the podcast catalog, here are some recommendations check out this week! Curated podcast playlists, head to: joshhall.co/playlists Recap of our first ever WDP CON in person conference: webdesignerpro.com/wdpcon2025 *** special offer to join Pro with 50% OFF your fir…

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381 - WDP CON 2025 Recap, Expense Breakdown & More 1:03:39

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A full recap and look-back with takeaways, lessons learned (and a breakdown of expenses) of the amazing weekend that was…Web Designer Pro’s first in person event conference WDP CON 2025!! Go to the full post with pictures, video embeds and more here: https://webdesignerpro.com/wdpcon2025 Watch the highlight reel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?…

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I Used This Script to Close a $10K Web Design Project 13:21

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In this episode, I give you the exact script I used to land a $10,000 web design project through a sales call. This is the first video in a series aimed at diving deep into every step of the web design process to secure high-paying clients. I discuss the importance of using an outline to maintain control during sales calls, breaking the call into f…

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380 - Walkthrough of my 15k website proposal (real world paid example) 25:46

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Here's a walk through of one of my real world, paid 15k web design proposals. I walk you through what I included, how I structured it and the 3 keys I recommend that every web design proposal have. This audio is taken from a recent video I posted on my YouTube channel so I highly recommend checking out the video version if you'd like to see all the…

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Q&A with Josh - May 2025 1:04:07

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Here's the replay from the most recent live Q&A that was held on my YouTube channel! Special offer extended to you as a podcast listener 👇 Use code MAY50 to get 50% off your first month of Web Designer Pro, either for the courses or community tier. This offer expires at the end of May 2025. https://webdesignerpro.com In this one, we covered: How to…

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50 Web Design Tips & Tricks to Instantly Level Up Skills 15:53

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In this episode, I share 50 web design tips, tricks, and hacks to elevate your web design skills in just 15 minutes. From mindset and design fundamentals to user experience and technical skills, you'll learn everything you need to create stunning, effective websites. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned designer, these rapid-fire tips will help …

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379 - Selling Growth Plans (& Transformation) for Web Designers in 2025 with Shannon Mattern 1:12:39

4M ago1:12:39

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Recently, my friend Shannon Mattern interviewed me on her The Profitable Web Designer podcast all about what's working well for web designers killing it in 2025. She's kindly offered to let me repurpose the whole convo for you! It's a bit of a 2-parter with part 1 being all about becoming more than just a web designer for clients, but a growth part…

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Advanced Website Layouts for 37 Minutes Straight 37:27

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In the third and final video of this series on website layouts, I share unique layout ideas to elevate your web design projects. Whether you're just starting out or looking to add some flair to your current designs, this video is packed with practical tips and examples. I'll take you behind the scenes of my work on a nonprofit project and show you …

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378 - Managing Maintenance Plan Support Requests with Phil Storey of Glow 54:30

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Having a ton of maintenance plan clients is awesome - especially for the recurring revenue. But with ongoing support clients come with ongoing support requests. Managing this with a dozen or so clients is pretty easy. And as we all know – not all clients ping you every month with requests. But once you get to 30, 40, 50, 100 + maintenance plan clie…

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Ultimate Website Layout Guide: 17 Swipeable Examples 23:52

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If you really want to stand out as a web designer, mastering website layouts is essential. In this episode, I break down how to create effective one and two column layouts using visual hierarchy, variation, and balance. Learn practical tips and see real-world examples of layouts that guide attention, engage users, and elevate your design game. Don'…

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377 - Lessons from a Web Designers' First Year in Business with Megan Fletcher 1:22:25

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Do you remember your first year in business as a web designer? Are you there now? One thing is common for all of us in the first year…it’s a rollercoaster of highs and lows, ups and downs, incredible days and perhaps dreadful days. But if you can survive that first year, chances are you’re going to make it. I’m so excited to bring onto the podcast …

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Q&A with Josh - April 2025 1:12:38

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Jump into Web Designer Pro™ for your first month at 50% off with code APRIL50 at webdesignerpro.com. This special offer expires at the end of April 2025, so don't miss your chance to access all courses and join our thriving community! In this Q&A session, we dive deep into what's working right now in the web design industry, answering listener ques…

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Where I stand on Ai in web design (in 2025) 10:26

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Josh here popping in with a special bonus episode on my thoughts on Ai for web designers. This was taken from a recent panel discussion about Ai on the Small Business Sweet Spot podcast. For the full episode and to hear other opinions on the good and bad of Ai for small businesses in 2025, check it out at: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7…

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Complete Website Layout Masterclass in Under 10 Minutes 9:26

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In this episode, I dive deep into the crucial role of layouts in web design. From the psychology behind why clear and purposeful layouts matter, to practical tips on setting up columns and grids in tools like Showit and Figma. Discover how understanding and using layout variations can enhance user experience, keep your designs engaging, and ultimat…

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376 - Are you a Web Designer or Brand Strategist? with Jacob Cass 1:12:13

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Web designers do a lot more than just web design… It’s not uncommon for us to be graphic and brand designers, photographers, strategists, copywriters, etc… So, should we call ourselves more than just a web designer? Award winning branding and design studio founder Jacob Cass, who’s worked with Disney, Nintendo and Jerry Seinfeld, has done it all an…

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14 Proven Methods to Get High Paying Web Design Clients 30:46

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Over the past 10 years, I've experimented with TONS of strategies to get high-ticket web design clients, and I've compiled the 14 best methods that have consistently worked for me. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your business, these strategies are designed to attract $5,000 to $10,000 clients on autopilot. Resources Mentioned: …

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375 - 5 Years In and Thriving with "Web Designer for Speakers" Kristin Adkins 1:14:17

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There’s nothing better than talking to a web designer who’s enjoying their work, loving their clients, making good money and who’s just all around thriving. And that’s why I’m pumped to share this recent convo I had with Kristin Adkins of Crash Design Co who’s found a suite niche by becoming the trusted “web designer for speakers” Kristin was on th…

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Quarterly Income Report & Recap - Q1 2025 44:05

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I'm doing a first for my business in 2025...sharing quarterly recaps and income reports! In this first-ever quarterly income report, we'll get into how we achieved $115,655 in revenue with over $88,000 in profit while building Web Designer Pro to $346,459 in annual recurring revenue. Highlights include: • Moving course sales pages from joshhallco t…

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How I Built a Web Design Business While Working a 9 to 5 11:56

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In this episode, I share the exact steps I took to start a successful web design business while juggling a full-time job and the responsibilities of being a single dad. Learn about crucial strategies such as creating a time budget, systematizing tasks, and cutting out unnecessary steps to make the most of your limited time. Whether you're strugglin…

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374 - How to Get Web Design Clients through Social Media Videos with Blaze Smith 1:08:39

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The social media video and reel game is a hard one to play (and win) when it comes to landing clients. Every platform is beyond saturated, the competition is only growing and unless you’re getting quality leads fairly quick, it can be difficult to stick with. But as Roberto Blake has recently been quoted in saying: ”While there may be saturation in…

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Know EXACTLY What to Charge for a Website (Stop Losing $$) 12:36

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You shouldn't be guessing to know exactly what to charge for your next website project. There's actually a really simple process that I walk you through in this episode. Watch Next: 📄 My Complete Web Design Project Process: https://youtu.be/T5JglDcd54A 📈 38 Resources of Web Design Inspiration https://youtu.be/llYWhiB6LMU 💻 Over a Decade of Web Desi…

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373 - Offering a "Light Branding Package" with Jamie Starcevich 52:41

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Ok web designer – tell me if this sounds familiar… You sign on a new client for a website project! But then, they send you their atrocious logo… Now what? Do you design the website based on their terrible logo/existing brand? Do you try to upsell an unexpected logo/brand package? Do you pause the website project and tell them to hire a new logo des…

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Meet Broc (the WDP™ bot) 12:01

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Broc (named “Broccoli” by my daughter Annie) is our new Ai assistant in Web Designer Pro™ and it's available now as a part of your membership to Pro! ▶️ Watch the video walkthru of Broc here It'll help you find lessons, resources, posts, threads, members, past calls, etc. It pulls from strictly from Web Designer Pro™ source material so everything y…

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From Beginner to Pro - How to Level Up in Web Design FAST 7:15

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There are 4 simple but very powerful things you can do to level up your web design skills fast. No, you don't need a degree. No you don't need to buy an expensive course. BUT, you do need some grit and a little bit of guidance. Watch Next: 📈 38 Resources of Web Design Inspiration https://youtu.be/llYWhiB6LMU 💻 Over a Decade of Web Design Knowledge …

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372 - Rebounding from Losing $6k in MRR (in One Week) with Steve Schramm 1:04:56

6M ago1:04:56

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They say business is like a roller coaster…ups and downs and highs and lows…and “they” couldn’t be more right. My guest in this chat, friend of the podcast, king of the Subscription Web Design model and founding member of Web Designer Pro Steve Schramm can also confirm. Recently, he shared a thoughtful, transparent and inspirational post in Pro abo…

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(BONUS) Marriage and Entrepreneurship...10 lessons from 10 years 34:46

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My wife and I recently celebrated our 10 Year Anniversary 🎉 Here are 10 lessons I've learned in balancing marriage and entreprenership. To get my upcoming newsletter entry diving into these in more detail, sign up for my weekly email here Loving the Web Design Business podcast? You'll really love the Web Design Business Newsletter! It's completely …

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38 Web Design Resources to Build Award Winning Websites [2025] 25:08

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If you want to make sites that no one else is making, you have to look places no one else is looking. Check out these 38 resources to do just that. Watch Next: 📈 Build a Web Design Business in 2025 https://youtu.be/m6HC_o4Cvko 💻 Over a Decade of Web Design Knowledge in 7 Minutes https://youtu.be/1NTKwpAVcHg 📄 My Complete Web Design Project Process:…

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371 - Selling and Running a Maintenance Plan of 200+ Sites with Cami MacNamara 58:41

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Web designers often have similar dreams… Build a sustainable, freedom-based, lifestyle business. Build a healthy, awesome client base. Grow Monthly Recurring Revenue month after month. Do it all while enjoying the journey. My guest in this podcast episode has achieved all of this and more which is why I’m excited to share my conversation with Web D…

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Starting a Web Design Business in 2025 9:59

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This is my step-by-step process to starting a web design business in 2025. Things look a lot different from when they did just 5 years ago. Here's a practical roadmap to start a web design business in 2025. 💻 Check out my free Web Designer Starter Kit course and get your web design journey started on the right foot! https://selfmadewebdesigner.com …