tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35758167.post4893911387142949278..comments2023-10-25T05:20:10.712-07:00Comments on Speak Schmeak: Seasoned to perfectionLisa Braithwaitehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11515770110437411408noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35758167.post-2175695871793439952009-09-29T19:29:20.469-07:002009-09-29T19:29:20.469-07:00I think you covered all the possible metaphors, Ri...I think you covered all the possible metaphors, Rich. :-) Thanks for your input.<br /><br />Amber, it sounds a lot like the way I would work with an organizer when I am preparing a presentation, although I'm usually starting from an existing presentation that I customize to different groups, not starting from scratch.Lisa Braithwaitehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10203279973932837403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35758167.post-51839652196003469232009-09-29T17:39:34.917-07:002009-09-29T17:39:34.917-07:00I think it depends on what you want to get out of ...I think it depends on what you want to get out of the relationship and how you see yourself.<br /><br />My partner and I have a web and graphic design business, and we serve a variety of personalities! Oftentimes at the initial meeting you can tell what people are seeking - some have a specific idea and they're looking for someone to help execute it on paper or in pixels. Others have a broad sense and are looking for artistic direction. <br /><br />In each case I approach the situation as a designer with examples of work and my skill set, and then discuss what sort of collaboration the client wants. Oftentimes great work comes from these collaborations, and other times it's our responsibility as professionals to step in and say "that's not right." It's a fine line, but I think most clients understand it, and it's our job to educate those who don't.Amber Wallace, Santa Barbara Web Designerhttp://dowitcherdesigns.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35758167.post-24965120178244504762009-09-29T14:51:17.233-07:002009-09-29T14:51:17.233-07:001. Realize you won't hit the entire audience i...1. Realize you won't hit the entire audience in the sweet spot.<br />2. Consider the audience and refine humor/examples to taste.<br />3. Never compromise the message - the bottom line takeaway is your gift - but keep in mind the receiver while wrapping.<br /><br />Have I used enough metaphors?Rich Hopkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08368395405978270849noreply@blogger.com