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How a logo design checklist can help your business start-up's brand identity

Logo designs can be tricky to nail if you’re trying to do it yourself. You might know you really like a certain font or have your brand colors picked out, even a name to go with them.

If you’re certain you want to create a logo design yourself, try to understand some of these points to create a memorable and functional logo design for your business start-up in this logo design checklist.

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My favorite and the best resources on how to start a graphic design freelance business

I started my graphic design freelance business in late 2019. I knew about many of the resources I would need to reach my goals but didn’t have the means to invest in them like I wanted to at the start. As I got more clients and customers, I grew my investment resources.

To start your small business, here are a few resources I’ve acquired to make sure my small graphic design freelance business is thriving.

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5 Graphic design elements on how to make a creative, modern resume design

How are you designing your modern creative resume?

Resumes haven’t changed much over the years, but their design has shifted recently. A modern, creative resume design helps readers see more on a visual level than previous traditional resumes.

New design elements have been making an impact on this new modern design style for creative resumes. Here are a few to take note of when you need to rework your resume.

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CREATE: How to make a clear and cohesive digital presence for your small business

I’ve always been encouraged by professors to have a digital presence. When I was attending and starting my classes at the University of Missouri, I was constantly told about the importance of having a presence on various social media and web platforms. It wasn’t enough to have experience. My experience needed to be broadcasted and promoted well for my peers and supervisors to take notice.

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