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We talk to real people who took the not-so-traditional route to make it as web design freelancers or business owners. Plenty of helpful tips and tricks along the way. If you’re looking to start a side hustle or just up your game as a web or UX designer, this podcast is for you.

Chris Misterek


    • Jan 30, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 30m AVG DURATION
    • 121 EPISODES

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    The Self-Made Web Designer podcast is an absolute gem for anyone interested in web design or looking to start a career in the field. Host Chris Misterek provides valuable insights and advice based on his own experiences, making it relatable and practical for listeners. Whether you're a beginner or already have some experience, this podcast has something for everyone.

    One of the best aspects of The Self-Made Web Designer podcast is its wealth of actionable advice. Chris shares his knowledge on various topics related to web design, freelancing, and entrepreneurship, providing listeners with practical steps they can take to succeed in their careers. He also brings on guests who offer their expertise and share their own stories, adding even more value to each episode.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is Chris's genuine and encouraging demeanor. He truly wants to help others succeed in the web design industry, and his passion shines through. His positive attitude and motivational quotes make each episode uplifting and inspiring. It's like having a supportive friend cheering you on as you navigate your own path as a web designer.

    In terms of downsides, it's difficult to find any major faults with The Self-Made Web Designer podcast. Some listeners may prefer longer episodes with more in-depth discussions, but Chris manages to pack plenty of valuable content into each episode's runtime. Additionally, while the podcast focuses primarily on web design, many of the lessons and principles shared can be applied to other creative fields as well.

    In conclusion, The Self-Made Web Designer podcast is an invaluable resource for aspiring web designers or anyone looking to improve their skills in the field. Chris Misterek's expertise and genuine desire to help others combined with practical advice make this podcast a must-listen for anyone interested in pursuing a career in web design or freelancing.



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    I Burned Out & Quit Everything. Here's My Recovery Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 16:36


    Episode Web Page Web Designer Starter Kit CourseHere are some links to the equipment I use for my podcast and videos. These are affiliate links. Clicking on these will help me keep the channel and podcast runningCamera - Panasonic Lumix G7https://selfmadewebdesigner.com/cameraLens - Samyang 12mm F2https://selfmadewebdesigner.com/lensAudio Interface - UA Apollo Twin Duohttps://selfmadewebdesigner.com/interfaceMicrophone - Shure SM7Bhttps://selfmadewebdesigner.com/sm7bLighting - El Gato Key Lighthttps://selfmadewebdesigner.com/lightingRecording Software - ecammhttps://selfmadewebdesigner.com/ecamm

    SPECIAL UPDATE

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 3:40


    Here's an update on the next season of the Self-Made Web Designer Podcast

    REPLAY: How I Got Out of Debt with a Freelance Side Hustle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 39:52


    Web Designer Starter Kit Course

    How to Double Your Income With Upwork From The Freelance Projects You Win

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 28:40


    Web Designer Starter Kit Course 

    Big Mistakes to Avoid with Your First Major Freelance Web Design Clients

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 28:40


    Web Designer Starter Kit CourseThe Lazy Genius PodcastBullfrogs and Butterflies

    How to Recover from Bad Feedback and a Bad Job Success Score on Upwork

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 34:45


    The One Thing You Need to Be a Successful Web Designer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 31:05


    How to Create Systems as Freelancer a to Save Time and Scale Your Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 39:59


    How to Build a Lucrative Side Hustle and Not Burn Out from Overworking

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 22:28


    Engineer to Designer: How to Change Careers and Pursue Your Passion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 37:11


    Web Designer Starter Kit CoursePower Design InstagramHistoric Agency

    Freelance Taxes: How To Do Taxes Yourself And Still Rest Easy at Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 32:49


    Download Tax Tracking WorksheetsWeb Designer Starter Kit Course

    A Simple Web Design Process Freelance Clients Will Love in 7 Steps

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 27:08


    The Client Process TemplateClient Questionnaire

    Upwork Scam: 7 Things You Can Do to Avoid Getting Taken Advantage Of

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 28:31


    Upwork for Web Designers WaitlistDesign Contracts Episode

    The Best Way to Get Started with Web Development

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 26:42


    Web Designer Starter Kit CourseClient Process Podcast

    How to Become a Freelance Web Developer (5 Steps to Success)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 34:36


    Web Designer Starter Kit CourseEpisode with Mike JandaThe E-Myth Revisited BookGrit by Angela Duckworth

    Sales Pitch Process: 5 Keys to Get the Right Clients to Say Yes Every Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 25:44


    Web Designer Starter Kit CoursePredictably Irrational

    Web Design Revisions: How to Avoid Endless Changes from Clients

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 24:48


    Perfect Client Process Trello BoardWeb Designer Starter Kit CourseMarkup.io

    How to Build a Web Design Business Even If You're Super Busy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 41:42


    Self-Made Web Designer NewsletterWeb Designer Starter Kit CourseEpisode Resources:John's AgencyKelly's AgencyBreak Into Web Course

    The Best Way to Learn Web Development Without Getting Stuck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 27:10


    Web Designer Starter Kit CourseUltralearning by Scott YoungPlaces to LearnCodecademyFree Code CampYouTubeBootcampsStack Overflow

    How to Navigate Tough Times in Your Freelance Business and Come Out On Top

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 25:52


    Web Design Starter Kit CourseSign up for a time to chat with meEpisode with Tom Ross on CommunityCreative Mornings

    A Simple How To Pricing Guide For Freelance Web Designers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 24:58


    Web Designer Starter Kit CourseLearn what I used to build a freelance web design side hustle that doubled my income in 18 months.Episode with Anthony Garone

    How to Start a Web Design Project the Right Way and Save Yourself Trouble

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 20:35


    Starter Kit CourseFree Client QuestionnaireFree Trello BoardEpisode Web Page

    REPLAY: 6 Tools Every Web Designer Needs to Know About w/ Jesse Showalter

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 32:48


    RESOURCESFree Web Designer Starter Kit CourseEpisode PageJesse's WebsiteJesse's YouTube ChannelAdobe XDFigmaSketchNotionVS CodeVue JSCodekit

    How to Become a 6 Figure Web Designer By Having Good Systems and Procedures

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 27:40


    Get my free Trello board outlining my project processI'm an affiliate for Josh which means if you buy any of his courses it will help me continue to grow the Self-Made Web Designer podcast.Josh's SiteJosh's Free Training on Scaling Your Web Design BusinessJosh's Show on His ProcessJosh's Process CoursePrevious Show with Josh about Maintenance Packages

    How to Quickly Scale Your Web Design Business to 6 Figures

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 30:47


    The Web Designer Starter Kit CourseI'm an affiliate for Josh which means if you buy any of his courses it will help me continue to grow the Self-Made Web Designer podcast.Josh's Free Training on Scaling Your Web Design BusinessJosh's WebsitePrevious Show with Josh about Maintenance Packages

    From VA to Web Design: How One Couple Built a Successful Agency in 1.5 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 21:46


    Web Designer Starter Kit CourseLinks:Austin and Monica's SiteA and M Digital Design InstagramA and M Digital Design Facebook

    How to Be a Better Designer as a Web Developer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 17:42


    This week I talk about 5 steps to become a better designer as a web developerSign up for the Self-Made Newsletter!Episode Web PageFreelance WorkshopBooks I mentioned:OutliersPeakThe Talent Code

    REPLAY: When is it Time to Go from Side-Hustle to Full-Time? w/ Jessica Hagmeir

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 27:08


    ResourcesDownload the free web design starter kit courseEpisode pageJessica's WebsiteJessica's Personal InstagramWebsite by Design Instagram

    How to Overcome Your Insecurities and Be Confident as a Freelancer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 19:12


    This week I talk to a listener about how to overcome insecurities and be confident as a freelancer. Episode Page and Newsletter Sign UpWeb Designer Starter Kit Course

    How to Sniff Out Nightmare Freelance Clients and Avoid Them Altogether

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 17:29


    Download My Client QuestionnaireEpisode with Paige Griffith about Legal Contracts for Web DesignersThis Episode's Web Page

    5 Ways to Get Freelance Clients When You're Just Getting Started

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 12:41


    I sit down with a listener to talk about 5 different ways to find freelance clients when you're just getting started.Episode Web Page with TranscriptWeb Designer Starter Kit Course

    5 Common Fears People Have About Freelancing and How to Overcome Them

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 19:21


    In this episode, I talk about 5 common fears people have about freelancing and how to overcome them.Episode PageWeb Design Starter Kit CourseLinks:Interview w/ Chris Do16 Personalities

    How to Become a Digital Nomad with the Projects You Win on Upwork w/ Robert O'Kruk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 24:28


    This week's guest is teaching us how to become digital nomads using the projects you win on Upwork.Episode Web Page with TranscriptWeb Design Starter Kit CourseResources:Leap Frog LeadsRobert's WebsiteMiro BoardDigital Nomad ForumRobert's Upwork Profile

    Typography in Web Design: What You Need to Know w/ Oliver Schöndorfer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 24:38


    I talk to Oliver Schöndorfer about what you need to know about typography as a web designer.Episode Web Page w/ TranscriptWeb Designer Starter Kit CourseEpisode LinksPimp My Type YouTube ChannelOliver's SiteOliver's NewsletterFont Follows Feeling ArticleFuture Fonts

    How to Break Into a Web Development Career After 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 16:58


    Sign up for a time to chat with me!The Free Web Design Starter Kit CourseLate Bloomers BookStarting anything new is always a bit intimidating. BUT ESPECIALLY as you get older.You look around and you see people ten years younger than you who are easily doing things that take you days maybe even months to finish. So, how do you keep going when you get discouraged from being a newbie?That's exactly what we're talking about on this week's episode. AND, I'm chatting with Bryce who is a listener to the Self-Made Web Designer podcast.It's a great conversation about how to keep going when you're having trouble comparing yourself to others.

    9 Common Mistakes Freelancers Make on Upwork When Trying to Win Projects

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 18:45


    How to Grow Your Side Hustle to a Million Dollar Agency w/ Mark Miller and Ted Vaugn

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 32:38


    EPISODE PAGE:How to Grow a Side Hustle to Million Dollar AgencyRESOURCES:History Agency WebsiteCulture Built My BrandMark's LinkedInTed's LinkedIn

    How to Overcome Client Objections as a Freelancer and Win More Projects

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 15:42


    Episode Web Page AND TranscriptWeb Designer Starter Kit CourseIt Costs That Much Song

    What You Need to Know About Web Design Contracts from an Actual Attorney w/ Paige Griffith

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 27:08


    Visit the Episode's Web PageVisit Paige's SiteThe Legal PaigeContract Templates for Web DesignersUse “CHRIS” in the coupon code to get 10% off all products on The Legal Paige site.These are affiliate links and will help Self-Made Web Designer do what it does: helping freelancers build successful freelance businesses or careers as web designers.

    How to Make a Winning Upwork Profile

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 24:02


    Upwork for Web Designers CourseFree Masterclass: 3 Steps to Landing High Paying Projects on Upwork

    How to Be a 6 Figure Freelancer on Upwork w/ Morgan Overholt

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 54:04


    Join me for a living training on how to find and land high-paying clients on Upwork:https://selfmadewebdesigner.com/upworkMorgan's siteshttps://morganoverholt.com/https://www.thesmokies.com/

    5 Main Reasons Clients Reject You On Upwork

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 17:05


    Sign up today for my free masterclass at Upworkforwebdesigners.comEpisode web page

    6 Big Reasons Why You Should Be Freelancing on Upwork

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 23:15


    Upwork for Web Designers CourseSign up to chatVisit this episode's web page

    How to Figure Out Why You're Not Landing High Paying Clients on Upwork

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 32:43


    Upwork for Web DesignersSign up to chat!YouTube  Channel

    FREELANCER FRIDAY: How to Stay Motivated with Your Career

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2021 13:51


    Set up a time to chat with me!https://calendly.com/selfmadewebdesigner/15min

    How to Become a Top Rated Freelancer on Upwork

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 22:59


    Upwork for Web DesignersThis Episodes Web Page

    FREELANCER FRIDAYS: How to Be Confident in Your Choice of Career Field

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 15:51


    Sign Up for a CallFREE Web Designer Starter Kit CourseResourcesPhotoshopCanvaUnsplash

    10 Ways to Easily Land Your First Freelance Clients

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 22:33


    Episode PageSign up for a time to chat52 Places to Find Freelance Projects Online

    FREELANCER FRIDAYS: How to Keep Your Creative Edge as a Web Designer w/ Jennifer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2021 14:18


    Sign up for a phone call!ResourcesJennifer's SiteSteal Like an Artist BookSnake in the Grass Video

    How to Build a Successful Web Design Side Hustle without Working to Death w/ Carrie Bohlig and Craig Clickner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 41:30


    RESOURCESUpwork for Web Designers Waiting ListLearn how to become a top-rated and top paid freelancer on Upwork Carrie and Craig's WebsiteSo You Want to Start a Side Hustle BookTandem Talks PodcasCarrie and Craig's InstaCraig's LinkedinCarrie's Linkedin

    death side hustles web design carrie bohlig craig clickner
    REPLAY: How to Get Started with a Tech Side Hustle w/ Laurence Bradford

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2021 44:37


    YOU'LL LEARNHow to get started with a side-hustleWhere to find web development jobs onlineStrategies to land the tech job of your dreamsHow to get paid while you're learning web developmentHow to price your freelance servicesRESOURCESLearn to Code with Me WebsiteLaurence Bradford's website Learn to Code with Me PodcastIf you can't get enough of Laurence Bradford and her infinite wisdom, check out her podcast!United ConferenceMy full time job, Showit.co's annual conference, exclusively for photographers. Craig's ListLaurence's go-to spot for finding work early on in your career.UpworkUpwork expertly connects professionals and agencies to businesses seeking specialized talent.Learn To Code With Me's ArticlesGreat content to discover learning strategies and other tips that work as a self-made techy.28 Ways to Earn a Side Income While Learning How to CodeLaurence Bradford's Ebook on how to turn your tech skills into dollars—even if you're just starting out.10 Website Design Pricing Strategies for FreelancersThe basics on how to charge for a website with Hahna Kane LatonickSelf-Made Web Designer WebsiteWhere I teach people how to become successful web designers. Social Media for Laurence BradfordInstagram: @laurencebradfordYou can find the free Starter Kit Course at selfmadewebdesigner.comSubscribeYou can subscribe to the Self-Made Web Designer podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube. And be sure to rate and comment, which helps folks find the help they need!

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