The client requests a new design You discuss what the new design should include. Best case scenario: you prepare a specifications document that no one reads. You do your best effort The client suggests “minor changesâ€. You both realize that some contents and key design pieces are missing You lose 3 months of your life.… Continue reading How to make an app or website skeleton
How to get the discipline to telecommute
This article belongs to the telecommuting and geographical independence series. The most obvious and fundamental aspect of telecommuting is the act of being productive with other people, in a non-working related environment. If you are a freelancer or self-employed, most likely you’re already used to working in unusual places. But, what about the rest of… Continue reading How to get the discipline to telecommute
What should I buy? Netbook, iPad or Macbook?
The netbooks changed the laptop market forever in terms of price. The iPad has by far the best screen than any other existing device. The Macbook Air is one of the lightest laptops and with the highest battery life. So a lot of people ask me what should I buya netbook, an iPad or a… Continue reading What should I buy? Netbook, iPad or Macbook?
5 essential steps for promoting your business in social networks
Social networks have forever changed the way we market ourselves and make money. When 100% of your leads have accounts in more than one social network, you stop wondering if your company should use social networks and start thinking how to profit from using them. So, whether you think that Twitter, Facebook, Orkut or LinkedIn… Continue reading 5 essential steps for promoting your business in social networks
The best semi-professional camera: Canon PowerShot S100
I’ve never liked the idea of carrying a DSLR camera with me. They just seem too big and cumbersome. It’s hard to go unnoticed with them and as soon as you go outside, you become an easy target for thieves. So for a while now, I’ve been a fan of the semi-professional digital cameras. These… Continue reading The best semi-professional camera: Canon PowerShot S100