Extracts from a LinkedIn Discussion posted in the ‘DBA’ Group | January 2012

“Your views on how designers build ‘valued’ relationships with their existing and/or prospective clients.” * Offer attractive retainers. * Research & build a body of knowledge & future trend predictions within a sector, (that can also hold Intellectual Property) and interpret & apply that knowledge & trends to businesses within the sector. Use that to open up the door to client businesses you wish to work for and seek to elevate your business to ‘partner’ status not merely a supplier selling their wares. Consider different ways of doing business that do not rely purely on fees for services. * Understand...

2012 Survey of the DBA Experts Register

FAO Designers… As an accredited advisor on the DBA Experts Register (March 2011 – May 2012), I’m conducting a very short survey (just 6 questions), and would appreciate a moment of your time. Whether you’re a DBA member or non-member, your participation will help to shed some important light on how designers / agencies view the DBA Experts Register. If you have any questions about the survey then please don’t hesitate to give me a call on 07957 627052. Please insert your email address (preferable so I can acknowledge your participation) where the survey form requests your ‘Name’. Thanks for your time and...

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