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I Actually Want to Change the Design and Creative Industry
It took me a 4 year bachelor degree and 3 year master’s degree and thousands in student loansto notice and realize this about the design industry Additionally, there have also been instances of microaggressions, such as assumptions about a designer’s abilities or qualifications based on their race or ethnicity. It is important to prioritize diversityand…
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Dear fake, subpar, branding expert wannabes
Those who actively target potential clients who know nothing about real branding besides having read a few case studies and articles and who, in the process of the work you deliver, give this precious craft a bad name with superficial work so you can make a buck and name for yourself. A lot of people…
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10 Lessons I’ve learned in 10 Years as a Solopreneur
The last week of April, I present my senior capstone in order to graduate from college with my Bachelor’s degree. I called it Ai-Konic Graphics. At that time, I never thought about being a business owner but I knew about entrepreneurship or should I say, the hustle. I knew how to do it. The logo…
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My Step by Step Branding Design + Web Design Process
What started back in 2012 as the title of my senior capstone in college. Ai-Konic Graphics was a title to make a name for myself that turned to an actual business to help ambitious solo & entrepreneurs expand and stand out from everyone else in corporate society. That mission has grown to help your entire…
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What Self-Care Truly Means for Creative Entrepreneurs with Chronic Illness
As a chronic illness warrior, self-care is not an option. It’s a necessary part of my journey to maintain my health and well-being. As I get older, it gets even more important. The one thing I’ve found is that creativity is a great way to relieve some of the stress and anxiety that comes with…