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Better: The Brand Designer Podcast

Jen Davis
Web Design
Design Industry
Red Flag Clients
Entrepreneurship
Brand Strategy
Email Marketing
Client Relationships
Neurodivergence
Client Communication
Design Business Mistakes
Mental Health
Graphic Design
Building Community
ADHD
Brand Positioning
Branding
Pricing Strategies
Marketing
VIP Days
Offboarding Processes

Better: The Brand Designer Podcast, founded by Giselle Field of Wander Design Co. and Jen Davis, was founded on the belief that designers need community. We find that the branding world often feels secretive, competitive, and sometimes just plain old confusing. When we realized that our honest, soul-chat-level convos could potentially help other designers, we realized a podcast was only natural! B... more

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Vidya Ramachandran
Helps women reclaim space, map their own rhythms, and dismantle the shoulds that keep them boxed in.
Episode: S13 E03: How to Reignite Your Inner Creative Spark When It Fizzles Out with Vidya Ramachandran
Emmanuel Probst
Global Lead of Brand Thought Leadership at Ipsos.
Ipsos
Episode: From the Archives | S8 E5: Market Research for Small Studios with Emmanuel Probst
Chris Misterek
Design community lead at Showit
Showit
Episode: From the Archives | S9 E11: How to Level-Up Your Web Services with Chris Misterek from Showit
Adrienne Johnston
A presentation designer specializing in helping clients visualize their content in PowerPoint.
Episode: From the Archives | S7 E5: The Power of Having Your Ideal Clients Coming to you on Autopilot with Adrienne Johnston
Shay Brown
COO and co-founder of Bucketlist Bombshells
Bucketlist Bombshells
Episode: S12 E16: Agency vs. Courses vs. Live Programs: How to Choose the Best Path to Scale Your Online Design Business with Shay Brown
Shani Jay
Owner of Shani Jay Creative, she transitioned from freelancing to running a successful design studio while raising three children.
Shani Jay Creative
Episode: S12 E13: Going from “Freelance” to “Studio” (and Surpassing $10k Months!) with Shani Josefovits
Audrey Humphreys
Production designer at Audacious Creative Studio
Audacious Creative Studio
Episode: S12 E12: Spooooky Client Stories (Round 3!) with Audrey Humphreys
Katie Campbell
Social media strategist at Katie Creative Co.
Katie Creative Co.
Episode: S12 E11: Person-First vs. Platform-First: Optimizing Your Social Media Content for Connection with Katie Campbell
Marty Neumeier
Author and agency owner, renowned for books on design and branding
Independent
Episode: S12 E10: Diving into Octavo, a Thriller for Designers with Marty Neumeier

Host

Jen Davis
Owner of Hello June Creative and host of the podcast, Jen Davis provides valuable insights into the design industry while sharing her personal journey. She is dedicated to fostering a community among designers and offers practical advice for success in brand and web design.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings
  • Not a designer but love

    I find so much genius in this show - and it has a really down to earth quality I appreciate (no overwhelm or massive FOMO).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Krista Walsh
    United States4 months ago
  • I want to like this show

    I really do want to like this show, but every time I try to listen I have to skip the first 15-25 minutes of the show before they actually get to their topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Chellsbells
    United States3 years ago
  • Absolute Best!

    I love this podcast so much. Jen and Esther are honest, refreshing, uplifting, and inspiring. I look forward to this podcast every week. It’s like listening to design besties every week. They remind me of my why. My why wanting to be a brand designer and not to give up on my dream goals for my business. ✨

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katcjo
    United States3 years ago
  • Theeee best!

    This is the best podcast for all things brand design. Most of us are running our businesses but with Better, I feel like I’m running a business alongside other designers—and more importantly, friends!

    Packed full of knowledge, experience and vulnerability… it’s a great podcast for you wherever you are in your design business!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nikki @ Yellow Creative Co.
    United States4 years ago
  • Super helpful

    Jen, Esther, & Giselle (RIP) provide simple and actionable advice for growing your branding business. Their episodes are super practical. I love how grounded and down-to-earth they are. You can tell they genuinely care about helping. I definitely recommend giving their podcast a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ashao FreeSky
    Canada4 years ago

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Overall, the content is described as practical, relatable, and filled with inspiration for designers at all levels.
Listeners appreciate the supportive, community-oriented approach of the podcast, which resonates with those in the design field.
There is a mix of opinions, with some finding the opening segments of episodes lengthy and unnecessary before diving into main topics.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#146
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#173
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#70
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#128
Italy/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#30
South Korea/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#30
Sweden/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S13 E03: How to Reignite Your Inner Creative Spark When It Fizzles Out with Vidya Ramachandran
Q: Can you share what you would tell a client who thinks they're burned out but still needs to keep paying the bills?
I would encourage them to be gentle with themselves, create more space in their schedules, and identify what truly needs to be prioritized, while considering the possibility of delegating tasks.
S13 E03: How to Reignite Your Inner Creative Spark When It Fizzles Out with Vidya Ramachandran
Q: How should we as designers distinguish between what feels like a normal creative ebb and a truly extinguished spark that requires more deep soul searching?
Distinguishing between a normal ebb and an extinguished spark involves recognizing stress factors and giving oneself space to recover and reflect. It can also include observing one's seasonal creative cycles.
From the Archives | S8 E5: Market Research for Small Studios with Emmanuel Probst
Q: What are some cost-effective programs to get started in market research?
Leverage free data and consider online courses for foundational knowledge, focusing on the content rather than the brand.
From the Archives | S8 E5: Market Research for Small Studios with Emmanuel Probst
Q: How do you define market research as it pertains to building a brand that's going to succeed?
Market research provides evidence to support decision-making and helps to mitigate risks while informing and validating brand strategies.
From the Archives | S7 E5: The Power of Having Your Ideal Clients Coming to you on Autopilot with Adrienne Johnston
Q: What strategies do you recommend to designers who struggle with generating non-referral and high-value leads in their businesses?
Focusing on SEO, specifically targeting low-difficulty keywords that attract clients with high buyer intent, and demonstrating authority through branding and testimonials.

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Focused on the branding and design industry, this podcast revolves around the belief that community is essential for designers. It addresses the often competitive and confusing aspects of branding, providing honest conversations and insights aimed at empowering designers. Topics include effective business strategies, the challenges of transitioning from freelancing to owning a studio, and practical advice on managing clients and pricing. The dynamic shifts with different hosts have brought a variety of perspectives, helping to foster a supportive community for listeners while honoring the lasting legacy of a co-founder who tragically passed away.

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1. Vidya Ramachandran
2. Emmanuel Probst
3. Chris Misterek
4. Adrienne Johnston
5. Shay Brown
6. Shani Jay
7. Audrey Humphreys
8. Katie Campbell

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