Episode 538 – Julie Thompson’s Gluten-Free Breakthrough with Foundations Built from Design Suite

Sometimes designers come to me to create other types of businesses. Learn how our own coach Julie Thompson created a new business using the skills she learned from Design Suite in today’s episode.

Want to learn more about Julie’s new gluten free recipes? Visit her at www.cedarhillbakeshop.com.

Links to help new designers:

What’s New: https://www.carinagardner.com

Design Bootcamp: http://www.carinagardnercourses.com/designbootcamp

University of Arts & Design: http://uad.education

Episode 537 – Want to Crush 2026? Here’s Why I Start Planning in October

Crushing your next year actually starts in 4th Quarter of the previous year. Carina talks about several inspirational steps that could take your design business to the next level. Learn more in today’s episode.

Learn what is new by going to www.carinagardner.com

Join a Design Bootcamp at www.designsuitecourses.com/designbootcamp

Episode 536 – I’m A Designer. Now What?

If you have a design degree or have been taking several courses online, you might be ready for more than just design…you may be ready for building your business. Carina talks about what you need to do this and what that looks like for designers.

Learn what is new by going to www.carinagardner.com

Join a Design Bootcamp at www.designsuitecourses.com/designbootcamp

Episode 535 – The Startling Truth About What AI Is Doing To The Design Industry

Now that we have had AI for a couple of years, Carina talks about what she has seen in the design industry. She covers the most concerning question designers have had which is, “Is design jobs going away?” Learn more in today’s episode!

Learn what is new by going to www.carinagardner.com

Join a Design Bootcamp at www.designsuitecourses.com/designbootcamp

Episode 534 – Feeling Behind? Listen to This

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If you’ve ever felt like everyone else is ahead of you, this episode is your reset button. Carina Gardner shares a powerful mindset shift and practical tips to help you refocus, catch up, and move forward—without the overwhelm. You’re not as behind as you think.

Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com.

Episode 532 – Negotiation Secrets Every Designer Needs with Carina Gardner & Susie Tomenchuk

Ready to stop leaving money on the table? In this episode, Carina Gardner sits down with negotiation expert Susie Tomenchuk to share proven strategies every designer needs. From handling pricing pushback to confidently closing deals, you’ll learn how to protect your value, get paid what you’re worth, and negotiate like a pro.

Learn more about Susie at https://www.susietomenchok.com.

Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com.

Episode 531 Feeling Invisible? 3 Marketing Layers You Need

Tired of feeling like no one sees your work? In this episode, Carina Gardner reveals the three essential marketing layers every creative needs to get noticed, build an audience, and turn followers into customers. Simple, actionable steps to make sure you’re no longer invisible in your industry.

Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com.

Episode 530 Is It Too Late To Start A Design Career?

Think you’ve missed your chance to become a designer? Think again. In this episode, Carina Gardner breaks down why it’s never too late to start a design career, the surprising advantages of starting later in life, and the exact steps to get moving now. Whether you’re 25 or 65, your creative future starts today.

Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com.

Episode 529 Designing While Momming – How I Built My Business With Kids At Home

Balancing diapers and deadlines isn’t easy, but it’s possible—and even rewarding. In this episode, Carina Gardner shares how she built a thriving design business while raising kids at home. From time management hacks to mindset shifts, you’ll hear the strategies that kept her creative career moving forward without sacrificing family.

Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com