209: How To Get IN THE ZONE When Working On A Design Project

Designers - today’s episode is for YOU. Whether it's designing a website, creating a brand, or even just a simple graphic for a blog post, sometimes our creative minds just hit a wall. Maybe you can’t focus, or you just don’t feel like it, or you are actively looking for the inspiration, but you just can’t find it.  Recently, I launched a new template, and it got me thinking about my own creative process again. As a designer, there are times when we need to get in the zone and really focus on the project at hand, right? For example, when I was creating the new template, there were two times that I really had to get in the zone for an extended period of time.  First, was during the “idea stage”. I had to think about the fonts and colors, the vibe, who is it for, and so much more. Later on, I had to make big tweaks and envision what cool things we could do within the template.  In both situations, I needed to be creative and get in the zone, which is one of my favorite things to do as a designer anyway. It's a treasure to be able to turn off other business hats and focus solely on the design project. I know many of you listening feel the same way because you love being designers and you love the work you do. So today, I’m sharing 5 tips for getting in the zone when working on a design project.  I would love to see how you make it your own, so make sure to find me on Instagram @elizabethmccravy and share what works for you when you get in the zone.   BOOKED OUT WEEK: The Best Time to Join Booked Out Designer Are you listening to this as soon as this episode aired? Cool News - it's Booked Out Week! What is Booked Out Week? It’s a special celebration where my signature program, Booked Out Designer, is discounted (and we even throw in extra bonuses and perks for joining now!). For this week only, you can save $150 off the pay in full, the four-month payment plan, or even the 12-month payment plan. And if that's not enough, you'll also get a design audit from me when you join before Friday, April 14th. What's a design audit, you ask? It's a chance for you to ask me to audit anything design-related that you're working on, whether it's a client project you are stuck on or even an audit of your own Instagram account feed. All you need to do is fill out a form, and I'll provide you with a detailed Loom video where I give my personal feedback (so that you can get another designer's eyes on your work). Head to https://elizabethmccravy.com/bod for a COMPLETE breakdown of everything the course includes (there are over 90 lessons!). I can't wait to welcome you inside! Links mentioned in this episode: Get the full show notes: https://elizabethmccravy.com/209 Join Booked Out Designer and Get $150 Off: https://elizabethmccravy.com/bod NEW! Shop the Carrie website template: https://elizabethmccravy.com/carrie Shop all of the Elizabeth McCravy Shop templates: https://elizabethmccravy.com/shop Connect with Elizabeth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethmccravy/   Take the Website Personality Quiz at https://elizabethmccravy.com/quiz to get your FREE Canva templates, 10% off of your website template, a free month of Showit, and a full brand profile for your business!