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Self-Marketing

[self-mahr-ki-ting]
/// 1. The act of demonstrating your talent, qualifications, achievements, and likelihood to succeed.

Frustrated at Work? Make a Case for Change

Are your best talents getting overlooked? Or are you just overworked? Make a case for a new approach, and pitch your boss on change.

Don’t Be Afraid of the S-Word

Think that sales isn't what you signed up for? If you want to land great projects, and grow your business, it might be time to think again.

Build a Business, Not Just a Client List

Stuck in a rat race of never-ending client work? It's time to start acting like a creative entrepreneur. Step 1: Build your brand and start creating assets.…

How to Get Motivated for Self-Promotion

While many of us view "self-promotion" as a distasteful activity, it's essential to creative success. Get motivated to get yourself out there.
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Why Public Speaking Is Good for You & Your Brand

Public speaking, while one of man's greatest fears, can be an exhilarating experience. It can also boost your reputation and your business.
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5 Ways to Market Yourself During a Recession

When business slows down, it’s time to ramp up on your self-marketing efforts. Here’s a shortlist for how to jumpstart your outreach.

Insights For The Interns Among Us

Rod Berg, Associate Director of Career Services at Parsons Design School, explores ten ways to land your dream internship in the creative world.

Communicate Your Strengths to Get Respect

The sad truth is that genius can easily go unnoticed. We must become our own best advocates and communicate our strengths and talents to others.

Checkpoints: Professionalism

Professionalism is often at lagerheads with passion in the creative world, but we must balance the two carefully--both are key for our ideas' success.

Checkpoints: Self-Presentation

We are inclined to believe that our work and talent should speak for themselves. But it turns out self-presentation is a key factor for successful creatives.…
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Present Yourself!

While creatives can be inclined to ignore others' opinions, how you come across to potential clients is a huge factor in making ideas happen.