From Broke and Struggling to Running a Successful Design Studio: My Journey to Building Brands and Helping Startups Grow (This is not an ad)

A year ago, I hit rock bottom. I had no money, no job, and no real opportunities in sight. Graphic design was the only skill I had, and I clung to it because I didn’t have the resources to learn anything else. But as talented as I thought I was, I quickly realized that no matter how good your skills are, if you don’t have buyers, those talents can feel almost useless. Instead of giving up, I decided to bet on myself. I started small—working on personal projects, cold messaging people, and taking on whatever freelance work came my way. It wasn’t easy. Rejections, low-budget clients, and sleepless nights were all part of the process. But every step taught me something valuable. Today, I run a successful branding and design studio alongside my team of five. We specialize in helping startups and small businesses grow by building strong, impactful brands. From crafting unique brand identities to creating brand guidelines, websites, and social media strategies—we love partnering with passionate entrepreneurs and watching their visions come to life. What worked for us? Delivering quality work and building genuine relationships with our clients. While we don’t have a massive following on social media, our happy clients have been our biggest advocates, referring us to others and helping us grow organically. If you’re struggling, keep going. The path isn’t always clear, but consistency, hard work, and a commitment to delivering value will take you further than you think.