The web design industry is always evolving. But despite constant technological innovations and ever-changing trends, one thing remains certain: fostering client relationships is essential to long term success. 

Your role as a web designer goes beyond designing beautiful websites and helping clients grow their brands. You are a business owner whose ability to maintain healthy relationships with clients is equal—if not paramount—to delivering exceptional work. Satisfied clients become brand ambassadors, choosing to work with you again in the future and referring you to their networks. 

To unlock the key to building and nurturing positive client relationships, we interviewed successful members of Circle, Squarespace’s partner program and professional community of web designers, developers, entrepreneurs, and other freelance creators. In addition to their roles as Circle members, they are Community Leaders, an opportunity that recognizes members who have made significant contributions to the community.

Katy Carlisle, Allie Astell, and Kelsey Gilbert-Kreiling know how to maintain strong client-designer relationships. They also know what not to do. Ahead are 10 mistakes to avoid making as a professional web designer.

Building a freelance business or starting a side venture as a Squarespace web designer can be a powerful path to financial freedom. However, growing any business requires a consistent flow of clients. This guide provides 11 actionable strategies to help attract new clients and elevate your web design business in 2025.

One of the most effective ways to grow your web design business is to work with higher-paying clients. Pursuing clients with bigger budgets helps you increase your income, boost your portfolio, and expand your network—giving you the freedom to reinvest back into your business.

It’s time to share information as quickly as possible, here are additional reasons to get a professional website.

As we head into the year 2020, you are probably looking for a way to go online and turn your website into an asset.