In this mega-sized episode of Two Pixels Off, your hosts Mike Janda and Brad Hussey dive deep into tools, platforms, and what really makes a creative project shine—hint: it’s not just the software. From design tools like Photoshop, Affinity Designer, and Canva, to web platforms like WordPress and Wix Studio, we uncover what matters most in your creative journey. Spoiler: it’s all about the Touch of the Master’s Hand.
🐾 We also chat about dogs (yes, dogs), agency life, and shoveling both literal and metaphorical poo. Oh, and why your SEO strategy might actually suck.
What’s in This Episode?
→ The Myth of Better Tools: Why it's the artist, not the platform, that creates magic.
→ Head-to-Head Showdowns: Affinity Designer vs. Adobe Photoshop WordPress vs. Wix Studio
→ Real-World Website Reviews: A breakdown of the award-winning Boathouse Agency and Synergy websites.
→ What Makes a Tool Worth It: Is a subscription model or one-time purchase better for freelancers and creative agencies?
📌 Episode Highlights
→ 🎨 Canva vs. Photoshop: Why "beginner tools" like Canva might surprise you.
→ 🕵️♂️ Brad takes a high-stakes quiz to identify design tools—did he pass?
→ 🌐 The battle of web platforms: Why Wix Studio might just be the future for creative agencies.
→ 🛠️ "60,000 plugins" in WordPress? Do you really need them?
→ 📈 SEO truth bombs: Why the platform doesn’t matter as much as your strategy.
Key Takeaways for Freelancers & Agencies
→ Choose the Tool You Know Best: Whether it’s WordPress, Wix Studio, Photoshop, or Procreate, mastery beats features.
→ Simplify Your Workflow: Tools like Wix Studio eliminate plugin sprawl and offer an all-in-one solution.
→ Be Open to New Tools: Don’t let outdated biases hold you back—try something new like Wix Studio or Canva.
→ Focus on ROI, Not Costs: Whether subscription or one-time fee, the right tool pays for itself when used effectively.
→ Find the Juicy Nuggets: In tools, podcasts, or books, always look for the small insights that can revolutionize your process.
🔗 Additional Resources:
About Two Pixels Off (Podcast) Learn how to run a successful creative business. Two Pixels Off hosts, Mike Janda and Brad Hussey, share actionable strategies and tips to help creative entrepreneurs market their services, sell effectively, execute projects, price profitability, and more. Get out your notepad! Listen to Two Pixels Off on your favorite podcast platform! Learn More: https://twopixelsoff.com
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Connect with Brad Hussey Website: https://www.bradhussey.ca/ Community: https://creativecrewcommunity.com/ X: https://twitter.com/bradhussey Facebook: https://facebook.com/bradhussey LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/bradhussey Instagram: https://instagram.com/bradhussey YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CreativeCrewCommunity
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