If you’re a graphic designer or creative trying to build a sustainable, $100k design business in 2026, this video breaks down the actual system that makes it possible… without burnout, constant client chasing, or guessing what to do next.
In this video, I’m walking you through the five pillars I see behind successful graphic design businesses: creating one clear offer, building visibility that converts, using email marketing as a funnel (hello Flodesk), strengthening your confidence as a business owner, and adding income streams that support long-term growth. This is the framework I’d follow if I were starting over today as a freelance graphic designer.
We’ll talk about pricing your services, showing up online in a way that attracts the right clients, turning visibility into real income through email marketing, and why community and recurring income (like Patreon) can change the way you grow your design business. Whether you’re just getting started or feeling stuck under your income goals, this video is meant to give you clarity and momentum.
If you’re a graphic designer, freelancer, or creative business owner who wants a realistic path to $100k — not hustle culture — you’re in the right place.
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17:40 remember this
19:25 next steps 🙂
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// WHERE TO FIND ME //
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// MY FREE GRAPHIC DESIGNER RESOURCES //
GET THE FREE WEBSITE DESIGN PROCESS GUIDE HERE:
https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6333c1377a59217f2325625c
PRE-WRITTEN EMAILS FOR YOUR GRAPHIC DESIGN BUSINESS:
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WEBSITE IN A WEEK PROCESS GUIDE:
https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64c0bb6ad206cffe61186544
BRAND DESIGN ROADMAP:
https://view.flodesk.com/pages/645bf9ca2efd35a7e39194b6
FREE LOGO DESIGN QUESTIONNAIRE:
https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63edbe7c8e06d4dae949448a
PROJECT MANAGEMENT WORKFLOW:
https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64aefc19e181ddda00ff25f5
HOW TO GO FROM HOURLY FREELANCER TO TRUSTED DESIGNER
GET MY FREE TRAINING VIDEO 💥
https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62f40298e5ea6b3d8aea4bf3
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// TAKE MY COURSES //
LOGO DESIGN: SIMPLIFIED
https://courses.curatedcollectiveco.com/courses/logo-design-simplified
DUBSADO DECODED: PROJECT MANAGEMENT
https://courses.curatedcollectiveco.com/courses/dubsado-decoded
GUIDE TO: LANDING GRAPHIC DESIGN CLIENTS
This course has 5 video led modules, a downloadable e-book and you will be able to join my community as well 💕
https://meganweeksdesignco.thinkific.com/courses/guide-to-landing-graphic-design-clients
✨ WordPress Website Design Course ✨
https://meganweeksdesignco.thinkific.com/courses/wordpress-website-design-course
✨ Custom Branding Process Course ✨
https://meganweeksdesignco.thinkific.com/courses/custom-branding-process/
NOW OFFERING BRAND + WEB DESIGN COURSES IN A BUNDLE 💥
https://meganweeksdesignco.thinkific.com/bundles/branding-and-wordpress-web-design
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