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Jan 2025
27m 15s

145 Psychological Tricks to Sell Design ...

Kady Sandel
About this episode

Selling doesn’t have to feel pushy or uncomfortable. In this episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast, I’m breaking down the psychological tricks that make selling design services feel natural. From building trust to framing your services as solutions, these strategies will help you connect with clients and inspire confidence without feeling like you’re forcing the sale.

You will learn:

  • How to build trust using authority and social proof.
  • Why framing your services as solutions makes all the difference.
  • Ways to use scarcity and urgency ethically to motivate clients.
  • How reciprocity and thoughtful listening can create meaningful connections.
  • Strategies to refine your sales process and close more deals confidently.


Take notes and learn how to guide clients toward choosing you, effortlessly!

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