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Graphic Designers BUY this book!! Nov 19, 2009
I started freelancing a year ago and I struggled a lot on how to get clients how to market myself so I started reading a lot of different books. This book by far is the only book that goes into detail, examples, real life stories and I am just amazed how much information Jeremy has put into this book. Everyone starting out as a freelancer should just buy this book. I have an accent and sometimes I have hard time expressing myself but this book gives you examples what to say and I am just amazed. I went to the networking group with a very well put 60 sec intro based from the book and after the meeting I had 5 people walk up to me asking for my business card. This book has created the confidence in me. It has thought me that I am worthy; that I can do great and that I can be successful as a graphic designer and for that I thank you Jeremy... I can't wait to read Verbal Kung Fu as well.
Great for beginning designers Sep 23, 2009
I've only recently started working as a freelance print/web designer. I knew I was making many mistakes starting out, but had no real idea where to find out what they were and how to fix them - until a friend referred me to this book. It's a great resource that emphasizes the business side of design - something that I know many of my classmates and colleagues look over or ignore completely, and then wonder why their design firm is failing.
Overall, a wonderful book that I'll keep around for reference for a long, long time. Great for designers who, like me, didn't go to school for design.
Keep up the good work, Jeremy.
-Karl Parakenings
A Must Have Jun 19, 2009
If you're just starting out on your own or have been in the design business for any length of time, this is a great book by Jeremy Tuber. Not only did I learn new tools for my business, I was also reminded of other things I had forgotten. A great resource that I keep handy.
Keep up the great work Jeremy.
Chris Luke
loft design group
Must get this book if you own a business. Apr 10, 2009
I use to be scared of the idea to open my own graphic design studio, I was afraid to fail. I'm a Civil Engineer, but my hobby was art. Since the economy crisis I felt my job was not going to last. I had to think fast so I searched on ways to start my own Design Studio. Well this came up. If you are planning on starting a business or your company is slow, "Being A Starving Artist Sucks" is a must get book. It helps you with Marketing, How to Speak to clients/prospects. Price negociations and tons of other useful information, It helped me It help me start mine, and it also helped me turn prospects to clients. Check out the website, filled with free information and check out verbal kung fu for freelancers it goes perfect with this book.
http://www.beingastarvingartistsucks.typepad.com/
Buy it you won't regret it.
Awesome resource for any freelance artist!! Jan 26, 2009
I have been reading this book for a few weeks now, and I have to say this is an awesome resource! It is exactly the type of book that I have been looking for. It is written with real world experience in mind and addresses issues that any freelance artist will face. It is written in a friendly modern way - which makes learning all the much easier. Jeremy points out information that is very helpful for all stages of a job - be it how to get a client, work with a client, or even secure future work.
I have been freelancing for a little under a year and this has recently helped me gain the confidence to communicate effectively and positively with my clients! I have read lots of books dealing with freelancing; however this book has been by far one of the most helpful and integral resources for allowing me to grow as a successful freelancer - it is one of the best.
I had been working under the corporate world, where I was not dealing with any of the money aspects of design and was not forced to drum up business. This book has helped me become more comfortable dealing with business aspects that are a must to run a successful freelancing business. I can't say enough positive things about this book - if you are trying to boost your freelancing career you need to check this book out!
Good luck!
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