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About mikeklassen

Mike Klassen is the owner of Klassen Communications, a direct market layout and design company.

A Change in Direction

Here comes the “This blog is coming to an end” message. I started this blog five and a half years ago to share what I knew to help other freelancers, particularly direct market designers and copywriters. I’m still going to … Continue reading

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Expanding Your Business Boundaries

If you’ve followed me for a decent amount of time, you know I’m big on being more than just the main job that you do for clients. In other words, I don’t see myself as “just” a direct market graphic … Continue reading

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What a Freelancer Can Learn From a Tire Store

You wouldn’t believe the number of times I’ve heard about freelancers losing a project or future projects, not because they weren’t good at their jobs, but because they failed to pay attention to the little things that go into creating … Continue reading

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