This Is Water by David Foster Wallace Full Speech

A full version of the speech that is re edited to go along with what is being said in the video below.

 

This has to be one of the best commencement speeches I have ever heard. If this does not impact you I do not know what else to say the videos say more then I can ever in this blog post.

120 Self Promotion Ideas for Graphic Designers & Freelancers (Free or Almost Free)

This has to be one of the best ideas for self promotion that I have came across online. If you start applying these you will definitely start increasing your exposure. Have a great weekend

1) Give Away Freebies With Your Design Business’s Name and Contact Information.
Go to where your target customers hang out and set up a booth or table. Give out some freebies and a flyer or leaflet as well. Some examples of freebies include free magnets, rubber bands, rulers, note pads, etc. All of these items should have your information printed on them.

(2) Free Demonstrations of Your Services.
Go to local print shops, office supply stores, and other local stores and offer to give free demonstrations of your services. You can also offer lessons as well.

(5) Speaking Engagements.
Contact local schools and associations about classes, colleges, seminars, lectures that you can speak or teach at.

 

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How to deal with someone ignoring your linkedin request

I’m not sure if you are on linkedin or not but I strongly recommend creating an account. Alright lets go ahead with how to deal with someone ignoring your linkedin request.

We know that you and me both probably send request to people we never met and etc. Sometimes they will accept and other times they will not. If they accept you feel proud or happy they did not ignore your request.

If they do ignore your request here’s some tips on how to deal with it

  1. If you are not comfortable sending the person a request do not
  2. If you would not pick up the phone and give the person a call do not send them a request
  3. Remember linkedin is not facebook
  4. Will the connection actually help you?
  5. What do you have to offer your connection

There’s a lot more you can learn by actually participating on linkedin and being seen. I hope these tips help you and if you have an account