- The quiet doubts (am I even doing this right?).
- The chaos of juggling client deadlines with kids needing snacks.
- The tricky balance between loving the work and loathing the admin.
- The wins worth celebrating — even when no one else sees them.
- It’s honest. It’s raw. It’s us.
- The freelancer whispering to herself, “Surely there’s an easier way?”
- The mom-designer trying to be in two places at once (school run + deadline).
- The creative who feels stuck with clients, wondering if they’ll ever get to do their best work.
- And the woman who just needs to hear: you’re not alone in this.
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A raw, real, workshop-style podcast for women in design.
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LauNCHing 24 September 2025
Because design is only 20% of freelancing. The rest? It’s the mindset, the boundaries, the confidence, the “I want to quit” days and the “I nailed it” days.
Upcoming episodes
Trailor - Welcome to Beyond Design
Hello to Beyond Design
Business for Creatives (Tiny Moves, Big Results)
The Only Way the Industry Will Respect Us Is If We Start First
Mastering the Art of Pricing for Graphic Designers
Hi, I’m Nelett—graphic designer turned creatives' life mentor, lover of good coffee, deep chats, and helping fellow creatives design a life that actually fits. I’ve run my own studio for over 15 years, and trust me, it’s been anything but a straight line. These blog posts aren’t polished lectures—they’re letters. From one designer to another. Honest, sometimes messy, often hopeful. Because I believe the real magic happens beyond design. Welcome, friend—you’re in good company here.
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