Student Stories: David, Tara, Mimi, Lyndsay
Students share their journeys through the Squarespace Design Course!
Timestamps:
00:01:42 - David's story
Background: Joined the Squarespace Design Course in 2020, due to dissatisfaction with his job and the desire to combine technology with customer service.
Experience: Became confident in Squarespace skills, took on design work, and completed a notable project for a high-end floral designer, Lewis Miller Design
Aha Moment: Realized that confidence grows through experience and word of mouth is crucial for gaining clients.
Advice: The course is worth it, and it’s beneficial to have another tool in your toolbox.
00:12:37 - Tara's story - Student Work: Soft Angles
Background: Transition from marketing to web design after losing her job in 2022.
Started freelancing after taking the Graphic Design Course, too.
Experience: Works with small businesses, focusing on brand building and marketing.
Primarily uses Squarespace and Shopify.
Aha Moment: Realized that project management and communication are strengths, leading to more client referrals.
Advice: Embrace the learning process and remember that your first attempts might not be perfect.
00:30:05 - Mimi's story - Student Work: Mangetout
Background: Works in unscripted TV but felt burnt out and sought to explore web design through Squarespace.
Experience: Created a restaurant website, leveraging design skills to find cohesive food photos for the project.
Aha Moment: Gained confidence by balancing design aspirations with realistic execution during the website creation process.
Advice: Follow your interests and find joy in the process when taking the course.
00:41:26 - Lyndsay's story - Portfolio
Background: Left corporate life in 2019 to become a health coach, later pivot to web design and digital marketing.
Experience: Overhauled restaurant websites and gained clients by updating her social media presence and sharing her skills.
Aha Moment: Realized the value in talking about her services and gained confidence in using Squarespace for unique website designs.
Advice: Speak out about what you want to do even before you're ready, as it can lead to unexpected inquiries.