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The Angry Designer - Graphic Design, Branding, Marketing, & Creative Business Operations to Get Paid What Your Worth and Avoid Burnout
A Graphic Design Podcast that cuts through industry bull to help frustrated Graphic Designers charge what they're worth and build creative careers
A No-Bull Graphic Design podcast that helps frustrated Graphic Designers crush the social & industry bull, learn to charge what they're worth, and build badas...
Andy Warhol’s Business Lessons for Graphic Designers. Turning Your Creativity Into Cash!
Graphic designers are taught to create, not sell—and that’s exactly why so many talented designers stay broke. The harsh reality? Talent alone won’t make you successful.The industry is full of insanely skilled designers who struggle to make ends meet while less talented ones cash in—because they get it: design is a business.And no one understood that better than Andy Warhol.Warhol didn’t just create art—he built a brand, scaled his work, and turned creativity into cold, hard cash (while actually enjoying the ride). While traditional artists clung to their so-called “purity,” Warhol mass-produced art in his legendary Factory, treating his career like an enterprise. And guess what? It worked.In this episode of The Angry Designer, we tear into:The 4 Warhol strategies designers can steal to scale, market, and sell betterWhy branding yourself is just as important as the work you createThe myth of originality—and why Warhol proved it doesn’t matterIt’s time to stop thinking like a starving artist and start thinking like a creative entrepreneur. If you’re sick of being overlooked while mediocre designers make bank, this is the episode for you.Hit play and start building your Warhol-level empire.Stay Angry our Friends –––––––––––Join Anger Management for Designers Newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/mr4bb4j3Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.comJoin in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast
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From Craigslist to $35K Projects - Why Freelancers Struggle and How YOU Can Scale for Success with Kady Sandel
For freelancer Graphic Designers, the grind is real—low-paying clients, endless revisions, and that sinking feeling of being stuck. But Kady Sandel knows a thing or two about breaking free. Starting her journey hustling on Craigslist, Kady turned $65 logo gigs into $35K projects and built a thriving creative agency.This week on The Angry Designer Podcast, we’re joined by Kady Sandel, a Freelance Graphic Designer turned agency owner who went from hustling on Craigslist to landing massive clients and building a thriving creative business. Together, we dig into why so many freelancers hit a ceiling and the brutal truth about what it takes to scale.In this episode you'll discover:• How to set higher rates and land premium projects• The power of niching down and targeting the RIGHT clients• Real strategies from Kady’s journey—from Craigslist hustler to six-figure dealsIf you’re ready to ditch low-paying clients and start commanding the rates you deserve, this episode is your no fluff guide to scaling for success.It’s time to learn from the best, embrace the hustle, and charge what you’re worth.Stay Angry our Friends –––––––––––Join Anger Management for Designers Newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/mr4bb4j3Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.comJoin in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast
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Why Saul Bass Logos Last 35 Years and His 6 Logo Design Rules You’re Ignoring
Imagine if your clients kept using your logos for 35 years. Thirty. Five. Years. While most logos barely survive a decade, Saul Bass created designs so timeless they’ve outlived designers’ entire careers. How? By following six unshakable rules that most graphic designers overlook.This week on The Angry Designer Podcast, we take you on a no-bull deep dive into the legendary Saul Bass’ approach to logo design. Forget the fluff and pretty pictures—this episode is about substance, strategy, and creating designs that actually matter.Packed with fiery rants, actionable takeaways, and a fresh perspective on how design can solve real business problems, this episode is your blueprint to:Understand why Saul Bass logos were built for longevity—and yours should be too.Discover the 6 unshakable rules of logo design that Saul Bass mastered.Learn how to design with purpose, avoid trends, and create work that endures decades.By the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools and mindset to elevate your logo game and leave your mark on the world—just like Saul Bass.Stop designing throwaway logos. Start building 35-year icons.🎧 Listen now and unleash your inner design legend.Stay Angry our Friends –––––––––––Join Anger Management for Designers Newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/mr4bb4j3Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.comJoin in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast
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5 Tough Client Types Graphic Designers will Face and How to Handle Them Like a Pro
Difficult clients are the bane of every Graphic Designer’s existence. From passive-aggressive emails to last-minute demands that make you question your Graphic Design career, they test your patience, creativity, and sanity. But here’s the hard truth: avoiding these clients-from-hell isn’t the answer—it’s learning how to handle them like a pro.This week on The Angry Designer Podcast, we dive headfirst into the chaos of working with the worst of the worst design clients and the hellish situations they drag Graphic Designers into. We’re exposing the 5 types of evil clients that haunt your inbox and the no-BS tactics you need to outsmart them.Here’s what we’ll tackle:The passive-aggressive manipulators who derail projects with subtle digsThe blame-shifters who throw you under the bus faster than you can say “deadline”The know-it-alls who think Canva makes them creative geniusesThe gaslighters who rewrite history and deny approvalsThe fire-starters who thrive on chaos and last-minute emergenciesThis episode isn’t just about venting—it’s about a Graphic Designers survival. Packed with true stories, sharp advice, and actionable strategies, it’s the ultimate Graphic Designers playbook to survive, thrive, and take back control of your graphic design career—even when dealing with the absolute worst clients.Own the situation, crush the chaos, and remind them who the real creative expert is.Stay Angry our Friends –––––––––––Join Anger Management for Designers Newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/mr4bb4j3Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.comJoin in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast
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Why Graphic Designers Lose Their Edge, and How YOU can Fight Back with Bad Boy James Victore
Every Graphic Designer starts their career with that fiery passion. The spark that makes them bold, unique, and ready to take on the world. But somewhere along the way, most Graphic Designers lose their edge. Whether it’s the grind of endless revisions, playing it safe to please clients, or letting the fear of failure hold you back, the result is the same: your work gets stale, and your confidence takes a hit.But what if losing your edge wasn’t the end of the road? What if it’s the wake-up call you need to reignite your creativity and take your career to the next level?This week on The Angry Designer Podcast, we sit down with legendary bad boy designer, James Victore, to uncover why so many Graphic Designers lose their spark—and how to get it back. From smashing outdated industry norms to owning your weirdness and turning creativity into your ultimate weapon, this episode is a rallying cry for designers ready to fight back.In this episode you'll learn:The hidden traps that steal your creativity (and how to break free)Why playing it safe is the death of great designHow to lead your own creative revolution—and make your work irresistibleThe surprising power of embracing your weirdness and letting it shine in your workBy the end of this episode, you’ll be ready to reclaim your edge, spark your creative revolution, and take the design world by storm. Are you ready to fight back?Stay Angry our Friends –––––––––––Join Anger Management for Designers Newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/mr4bb4j3Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.comJoin in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast
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A No-Bull Graphic Design podcast that helps frustrated Graphic Designers crush the social & industry bull, learn to charge what they're worth, and build badass rewarding creative careers.
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