Learn about Communication

Communication skills are essential to business success. Read these free communication tutorials to learn how to communicate more effectively with clients and staff.
  1. The Best Books for Freelance Graphic Designers

    The Best Books for Freelance Graphic Designers

    Tutorial Beginner

    While there are great resources out there for anyone interested in freelancing, working as a graphic designer can have a few twists that makes it worth your...

  2. 17 Ways to Use Active Listening Techniques in Online Communication

    17 Ways to Use Active Listening Techniques in Online Communication

    Tutorial Beginner

    Business depends on communication, and communication is a two-way street. Not only do we need to develop the skill not just of making ourselves understood...

  3. How to Handle Tightwads & Charge What You're Worth

    How to Handle Tightwads & Charge What You're Worth

    Tutorial Beginner

    The penny-pinching, wheel-and-dealing, bargain-hunting prospect. As a freelancer, dealing with this type of person is part of the territory. Unfortunately,...

  4. Dissecting the Logo Design Creation Process

    Dissecting the Logo Design Creation Process

    Tutorial Beginner

    There are times when creating a logo can seem overwhelming. But in an industry where efficiency is key, I’ve learned a few tricks that help me to create...

  5. The Art of Email-Writing and How It Can Make or Break Your Business

    The Art of Email-Writing and How It Can Make or Break Your Business

    Tutorial Beginner

    Emails are ubiquitous. Approximately 183 billion emails are sent every day, which translates into two million every second. For those keeping track at home,...

  6. A Simple Follow Up Formula

    A Simple Follow Up Formula

    Tutorial Beginner

    On my way home from a conference recently, I sat next to a blonde woman in her mid-40’s wearing matching Prada shoes and bag. From the looks of her, a...

  7. How To Improve Your Publicity Design

    How To Improve Your Publicity Design

    Tutorial Beginner

    Freelance designers who specialize in marketing materials are in high demand. As a result, freelance promotions designers can make a lot of money. So what...

  8. The Sexy Art of Writing Headlines That Kill

    The Sexy Art of Writing Headlines That Kill

    Tutorial Beginner

    If you've written for a print publication, you've had the bittersweet experience of submitting a story and having your headline written for you. It's...