My 2026 Design Business Predictions (and How to Prepare) | EP 193
2026 is going to separate designers who lead from designers who get replaced. I am seeing clear shifts in how clients hire, what they value, and what they are willing to pay for. AI is changing the industry fast, but not in the way most designers think. In this episode, I am sharing my real predictions for 2026 based on what I see inside my own agency and from working closely with designers who want to grow as creative CEOs. This conversation is for every freelance designer, brand and web designer, and design business owner who wants to attract better clients, price with confidence, and build a business that lasts.
You will learn:
- Why AI will replace low level execution but not strategic designers
- How to position yourself so clients see you as an expert, not a task taker
- What clients actually look for when hiring in 2026
- How simplicity in offers and systems leads to higher income
- Why strategy is the skill clients pay for and how to start using it
Grab a cup of coffee, your notes, and get ready to rethink how you approach how to get graphic design clients, pricing design services, and stepping fully into the creative CEO role.
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