Inherited a mess of a website? In this episode, we weigh the pros, cons, red flags, and real-life stories of taking on web design clients with sites you didn’t build.Episode Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Web Design Empire 00:56 Weekly Updates and Challenges 01:53...

What makes clients stick around for the long haul? In this episode, we break down the client retention strategies that have kept our web design businesses thriving for 20+ years—and why basic customer service is your ultimate secret weapon.Episode Timestamps00:00...

Hiring a web developer can be game-changing—or a total nightmare. In this episode, we break down when you actually need one, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to collaborate like a pro.Episode Timestamps00:00 Welcome to Web Design Empire00:38 Personal Updates and...

Ever had a client ghost you mid-project… or suddenly want "just one more thing"? In this episode, we share our best strategies for setting boundaries, managing client expectations, and keeping web design projects on track from start to finish.Episode Timestamps00:00...

Sick of the hustle grind? Getting triggered by client emails? In this episode, we’re getting real about web design burnout and how to beat it—with smarter systems, sanity-saving tips, and real talk from two seasoned freelancers who’ve been there (and back).Episode...

Still sending clients a link and asking, “What do you think?” There’s a better way. In this episode, we share the exact design presentation process we use to get fast approvals and keep projects moving.Episode Timestamps00:00 Welcome to Web Design Empire 00:12 Meet...

Is it smarter to rely on referrals or build a full-blown sales machine to grow your web design business? In this episode, we unpack the strategy that’s helped us scale—without ads, cold calls, or fancy automation.Episode Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Setup 00:57...

What makes a homepage actually work? In this episode, we break down the strategy, structure, and surprising mistakes we still see on client sites—and what separates a generic homepage from one that sells.Episode Timestamps00:00 Welcome to Web Design Empire 00:18 Meet...

Struggling to figure out what to charge for websites—or when to raise your rates? In this episode, we’re breaking down the real-world pricing strategies that helped us build six-figure web design businesses.Episode Timestamps00:00 Welcome to Web Design Empire 00:15...

From site speed obsession to oversized logos and ADA panic - —some web design worries are way overhyped. In this episode, we’re calling out the myths and sharing what actually matters when building great websites.John's Google ExampleEpisode Timestamps00:00 Welcome to...

Feeling creatively stuck or tired of recycling the same ol' web designs? We're sharing our go-to sources for fresh ideas and eye-catching inspo to get your creativity flowing again.Episode Timestamps00:00 Welcome to Web Design Empire00:14 Reflecting on Our...

Want to easily boost your web design revenue? We're revealing the exact upsells clients find irresistible, plus Kelly’s slam-dunk downsell that wins projects and preserves profits.Episode Timestamps00:00 Welcome to Web Design Empire 00:13 Meet Your Hosts: John and...

From smooth migrations to website hosting nightmares— Here’s what every web designer needs to know about managing hosting in your business. Get SiteGround Hosting!Episode Timestamps00:00 Welcome to Web Design Empire 00:42 The Hosting Dilemma 01:14 Sci-Fi and Site...

Can you actually sell a web design business? (Spoiler: Yes, but only if you build it the right way.) In this episode of Web Design Empire, John and Kelly break down exactly what makes a web design business attractive to buyers—and what makes it unsellable.Episode...

Is AI coming for your web design job… or making it easier than ever to scale?  In this episode of Web Design Empire, John and Kelly dive deep into the wild world of AI and how it’s shaking up the web design industry—for better and worse.  Episode Timestamps00:00...

Hindsight is 20/20, and we’ve made some killer moves—and some total *facepalm* mistakes—on our way to building multiple six-figure web design businesses. In this episode of Web Design Empire, we’re pulling back the curtain on what worked, what flopped, and what we’d...

Want to stop trading hours for dollars and start making real money as a web designer? In this episode of Web Design Empire, John and Kelly break down the smartest ways to diversify your income—so you can work less, earn more, and build a real business, not just a...

Not all client relationships are meant to last forever. Sometimes, you need to walk away (or run), and other times, even great clients move on. In this episode of Web Design Empire, John and Kelly share their best (and worst) experiences breaking up with web design...

In this episode of Web Design Empire, John and Kelly share major wins, tough lessons, and wild adventures from 2024, including Kelly’s real estate moves and John’s band making waves after a feature on The Voice. They also break down their game plan for 2025—what’s...

Want to turn your web design side gig into a thriving, multi-6-figure business? In this episode of Web Design Empire, John and Kelly break down exactly how they scaled their freelance businesses—without working 24/7 or taking on nightmare clients. Inside, we’re...