Inspiring Designers and Freelancers

An Arabic blog for designers and freelancers since 2009
مقالات عن التصميم والعمل الحر منذ 2009

Tips for Dealing with Clients Who Want to Create New Success Stories

Tips for Dealing with Clients Who Want to Creat...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

How many bloggers talk about entrepreneurship? How many personal blogs analyze the mindset of giant corporations? Or even the number of people who deliver success stories, values, or daily wisdom...

Tips for Dealing with Clients Who Want to Creat...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

How many bloggers talk about entrepreneurship? How many personal blogs analyze the mindset of giant corporations? Or even the number of people who deliver success stories, values, or daily wisdom...

A Glimpse Inside Apple’s Design Studio: Where Great Ideas Are Born

A Glimpse Inside Apple’s Design Studio: Where G...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

It’s a quick tour inside Apple’s design studio, led by the genius Jony Ive. This studio is located on the ground floor of the second building in Apple’s campus on...

A Glimpse Inside Apple’s Design Studio: Where G...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

It’s a quick tour inside Apple’s design studio, led by the genius Jony Ive. This studio is located on the ground floor of the second building in Apple’s campus on...

Client Agreement: Essential Tips and Guidelines

Client Agreement: Essential Tips and Guidelines

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Your clients are not all the same, neither in thinking nor in interaction style. Therefore, it’s crucial for both you and them to clarify things from the very beginning. Let’s...

Client Agreement: Essential Tips and Guidelines

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Your clients are not all the same, neither in thinking nor in interaction style. Therefore, it’s crucial for both you and them to clarify things from the very beginning. Let’s...

Modern Communication: From Pigeon Post to Email

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

I envy those from the era when pigeon post was the only means of long-distance communication. At least back then, you had to wait a decent amount of time between...

Modern Communication: From Pigeon Post to Email

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

I envy those from the era when pigeon post was the only means of long-distance communication. At least back then, you had to wait a decent amount of time between...

Between Freedom and Boredom: Every Freelancer’s...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

I vividly remember that moment. I was deeply engrossed in something I wasn’t convinced of its value or even its importance, but I was doing it because that person standing...

Between Freedom and Boredom: Every Freelancer’s...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

I vividly remember that moment. I was deeply engrossed in something I wasn’t convinced of its value or even its importance, but I was doing it because that person standing...

Simple Recognition from Behance: My Work Featur...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

I just received a message from Behance informing me that one of my works, “Logo Designs 2010 – 2011,” has been selected to be featured on their main page of...

Simple Recognition from Behance: My Work Featur...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

I just received a message from Behance informing me that one of my works, “Logo Designs 2010 – 2011,” has been selected to be featured on their main page of...

Secrets of Presentations: 10 Lessons from Steve Jobs

Secrets of Presentations: 10 Lessons from Steve...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Whether you love him or not, whether you are a fan of Apple like me or not, whether you’ve read his biography or not, you can’t deny the power of...

Secrets of Presentations: 10 Lessons from Steve...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Whether you love him or not, whether you are a fan of Apple like me or not, whether you’ve read his biography or not, you can’t deny the power of...

How to Deliver a Convincing Sales Presentation:...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Are you looking to create a successful and effective presentation for your product or service? If so, don’t convince your client to buy by repeating the same old clichés about...

How to Deliver a Convincing Sales Presentation:...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Are you looking to create a successful and effective presentation for your product or service? If so, don’t convince your client to buy by repeating the same old clichés about...

A Look at the History of Icon Design and User Interfaces

A Look at the History of Icon Design and User I...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

In this post, I will summarize the first chapter of the book Rockstar Icon Designer, which is dedicated to icon design and its philosophy. This chapter discusses the history of...

A Look at the History of Icon Design and User I...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

In this post, I will summarize the first chapter of the book Rockstar Icon Designer, which is dedicated to icon design and its philosophy. This chapter discusses the history of...

How Creativity Gets Killed: Simple Steps to Achieve Boredom

How Creativity Gets Killed: Simple Steps to Ach...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

(Warning: This post is not suitable for those with a good mood, seriousness, or optimism!) Just tell yourself one of these phrases, and you’ll soon fall victim to gloom and...

How Creativity Gets Killed: Simple Steps to Ach...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

(Warning: This post is not suitable for those with a good mood, seriousness, or optimism!) Just tell yourself one of these phrases, and you’ll soon fall victim to gloom and...

A Letter to the Copycat Designer: Have You Run Out of Ideas?

A Letter to the Copycat Designer: Have You Run ...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Warning: This post is not suitable for those with a good mood, seriousness, or optimism!) To everyone who claims to be a designer, and to everyone who has copied, stolen,...

A Letter to the Copycat Designer: Have You Run ...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Warning: This post is not suitable for those with a good mood, seriousness, or optimism!) To everyone who claims to be a designer, and to everyone who has copied, stolen,...

Highlights from Smashing Book #2: Timeless vs. momentary design

Highlights from Smashing Book #2: Timeless vs. ...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

f you’re familiar with Smashing Magazine and what it offers in the world of web design and development, you’ll appreciate the true value of Smashing Book #2. Recognizing this value,...

Highlights from Smashing Book #2: Timeless vs. ...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

f you’re familiar with Smashing Magazine and what it offers in the world of web design and development, you’ll appreciate the true value of Smashing Book #2. Recognizing this value,...

Inspiration and Innovation Behind Apple’s Iconic Designs: The Jony Ive Story

Inspiration and Innovation Behind Apple’s Iconi...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

After graduating from Newcastle, he received his first iMac. Little did he know that two decades later, he would be the one to introduce it once again. He is the...

Inspiration and Innovation Behind Apple’s Iconi...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

After graduating from Newcastle, he received his first iMac. Little did he know that two decades later, he would be the one to introduce it once again. He is the...

First Client in Freelancing: Five Easy Ways to Attract Your First Clients

First Client in Freelancing: Five Easy Ways to ...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Freelancing is fantastic! It gives you that sense of responsibility and trains you to lead yourself first and your future company second. But, of course, you need clients above all...

First Client in Freelancing: Five Easy Ways to ...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Freelancing is fantastic! It gives you that sense of responsibility and trains you to lead yourself first and your future company second. But, of course, you need clients above all...

How to Create an Inspiring Slogan for Your Audience

How to Create an Inspiring Slogan for Your Audi...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Great slogans aren’t just about the tagline accompanying a logo that most companies use; they extend to advertising slogans, event phrases, and major company announcements. These memorable and creative phrases...

How to Create an Inspiring Slogan for Your Audi...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Great slogans aren’t just about the tagline accompanying a logo that most companies use; they extend to advertising slogans, event phrases, and major company announcements. These memorable and creative phrases...

How Many Drafts Should You Present to a Client?

How Many Drafts Should You Present to a Client?

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

A crucial point to consider: from the moment you agree on a new project with a client, there are several factors to consider, with the number of drafts you present...

How Many Drafts Should You Present to a Client?

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

A crucial point to consider: from the moment you agree on a new project with a client, there are several factors to consider, with the number of drafts you present...

From Windows to Mac: My Personal Journey with the MacBook Pro

From Windows to Mac: My Personal Journey with t...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

If the description fits, this is my true experience with the Mac, with no connection to Windows, especially after that long history between us. It’s a complete transition with no...

From Windows to Mac: My Personal Journey with t...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

If the description fits, this is my true experience with the Mac, with no connection to Windows, especially after that long history between us. It’s a complete transition with no...

25 Tips for Designing a Suitable Logo - Part 2

25 Tips for Designing a Suitable Logo - Part 2

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

We continue with the logo design tips from the book “Logo Design Love,” and this time we’re diving into the second part. I hope you find this read helpful. And...

25 Tips for Designing a Suitable Logo - Part 2

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

We continue with the logo design tips from the book “Logo Design Love,” and this time we’re diving into the second part. I hope you find this read helpful. And...

25 Tips for Designing a Suitable Logo - Part 1

25 Tips for Designing a Suitable Logo - Part 1

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

The book “Logo Design Love” is truly one of the great books on the art of logo design. I recently finished reading it, and I decided to share some of...

25 Tips for Designing a Suitable Logo - Part 1

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

The book “Logo Design Love” is truly one of the great books on the art of logo design. I recently finished reading it, and I decided to share some of...

Quick Notes on Design Contests: How to Participate and Benefit

Quick Notes on Design Contests: How to Particip...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

One of the most common pieces of advice you’ll find in design books, articles, and designer interviews is: “Join contests.” They say that participating in contests helps you develop your...

Quick Notes on Design Contests: How to Particip...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

One of the most common pieces of advice you’ll find in design books, articles, and designer interviews is: “Join contests.” They say that participating in contests helps you develop your...

Client Management: What to Look for in a Genuine Client

Client Management: What to Look for in a Genuin...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Whether you’re a designer, programmer, developer, or even a business owner—whether you’re a professional or an amateur—what you really need is a genuine client. But what do I mean by...

Client Management: What to Look for in a Genuin...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Whether you’re a designer, programmer, developer, or even a business owner—whether you’re a professional or an amateur—what you really need is a genuine client. But what do I mean by...

On the Passing of Steve Jobs: A Lesson in Creativity and Perseverance

On the Passing of Steve Jobs: A Lesson in Creat...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Learn from him, from his experiences, and from his unwavering belief in what he was doing. Draw inspiration from his bright outlook on the future, his ability to leave the...

On the Passing of Steve Jobs: A Lesson in Creat...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Learn from him, from his experiences, and from his unwavering belief in what he was doing. Draw inspiration from his bright outlook on the future, his ability to leave the...

Starting Your Design Career: Essential Points for Beginners - Part 3

Starting Your Design Career: Essential Points f...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Here we are with the third and final part of this series, where we discuss important points for beginner designers. In this section, we’ll talk about how to deal with...

Starting Your Design Career: Essential Points f...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

Here we are with the third and final part of this series, where we discuss important points for beginner designers. In this section, we’ll talk about how to deal with...

Starting Your Design Career: Essential Points for Beginners - Part 2

Starting Your Design Career: Essential Points f...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

In the previous post, I discussed some essential points for beginner designers. Now, I continue with this series, which consists of three parts. In this section, we’ll talk about the...

Starting Your Design Career: Essential Points f...

MOHAMAD ALYOUSSFI

In the previous post, I discussed some essential points for beginner designers. Now, I continue with this series, which consists of three parts. In this section, we’ll talk about the...