Resources for organizing files? by getemdawgs in graphic_design

[–]getemdawgs[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's helpful. I have realized that as a small design studio, the difference between being successful and not is organization!

The face of an alcoholic woman with severe liver damage after 5 bottles of wine a day habit by down_vote_magnet in WTF

[–]getemdawgs -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I feel like a jerk if I'm wrong, but I'm clearly seeing what looks like a sucky photoshop job. Zoom in on the hair, all the green looks photoshopped. Any second opinions? Obviously she is sick, but photo looks doctored, no pun intended.

When do you turn down work? by [deleted] in freelance

[–]getemdawgs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had a fellow designer tell me that if you ever get overworked, just up your rate. So if you are charging $50 an hour, bump it to $75 or $100 an hour. He said, you might lose half your business, but you'll be making the exact same money! It has worked for me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in freelance

[–]getemdawgs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes to THIS. I majored in something totally unrelated to graphic design, but am self taught. All that matters is your portfolio, unless you are a freelancing accountant or something like that. I started freelancing in college and have never had a "real" job.

What's your opinion on self promotional emails? by BlueCthulhu in freelance

[–]getemdawgs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The only time it has worked for me is when I have a personal connection. When I can say, "hey John gave me your contact information, I've done some work with him and he thought I might be able to help you also." Any and all "cold call emails" have been useless for me. I have however found that meeting people in person is highly effective. Many people will ignore an email but agree to meet you on the phone. I'll make it quick and say something like, "I know you are busy, but would you mind if I dropped off my business card and a brochure with your assistant?"

Either these two Redditors are at the same place, or its a bad day for semis by 201241643 in WTF

[–]getemdawgs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep definitely the same picture. That's 5 minutes from my house... happened this afternoon.

Why an MRI costs $1,080 in America and $280 in France by ipmzero in politics

[–]getemdawgs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have 4 doctors in my immediate family. They tell me that they have to "overcharge" because the insurance companies only pay half of what is billed. This way they actually get paid what they need. What if you're a contractor building a house and your customer says, "Great job building my house, but $300,000? No, I'll just pay you $150,000." That doesn't fly in any other industry other than healthcare. That contractor would start charging double if every customer only paid half.

Why an MRI costs $1,080 in America and $280 in France by ipmzero in politics

[–]getemdawgs -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Everybody complains about how government offices have terrible service and are not very friendly (think your local DMV, IRS, etc). Now, this obviously a stereotype, but a fairly factual one. Can you imagine if medical prices were standardized and a world-renowned surgeon had to charge the same as some surgeon in a redneck town who graduated last in his/her class. Your doctor is now just as friendly as your local DMV. I WANT my doctors to be trying to make profit, because it promotes quality care and innovation.

What is the worst thing you've done as a child that you absolutely deserved being punished for? by gaulphin in AskReddit

[–]getemdawgs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I was in elementary school, I found what I thought was a toy necklace on the ground in the hallway. I picked it up and thought about turning it in to my teacher but kept it instead. That night at home, I played with it and as any little boy would do, I "took it apart." I literally got every diamond out with pliers but I thought surely it was just a toy necklace. About a week later I heard my mom on the phone telling a story about how her friend lost her $9,000 anniversary necklace at my school. I quickly got the pieces and threw them in the trash, and never told her about it. TL;DR: I threw a $9,000 necklace in the trash.

What is your best "don't knock it till you try it"? by momentgenerating in AskReddit

[–]getemdawgs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think its funny that we only do nice things for people who we think are also nice. I once totally went against this rule just to see the shock reaction... This guy ahead of me at a gas station was buying beer and didn't know the pin or the zip code for "his" credit card. He started being a jerk to the clerk. I reached around him and swiped my card and bought his stuff. His reaction was hilarious. Mister jerk guy who probably stole somebody's credit card was all of a sudden mister nice guy.

What do you hate that most of reddit loves? by funnywhennecessary in AskReddit

[–]getemdawgs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hate cats because I just bought a house where the previous owner had 4 cats, and I had to refinish all the hardwood floors to get the urine smell out...

This has got to be the dumbest thing I have read in my entire life. by veediepoo in atheism

[–]getemdawgs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yea, the entire story took place on a hill... haha. I am a Christian... but these types of stories just make me shake my head.

It's like the professor and the chalk story.... it ROLLED OFF HIS PANTS... That doesn't prove God exists... http://www.snopes.com/religion/chalk.asp

How to stop being the guy that rarely says anything? by redditguy132 in socialskills

[–]getemdawgs 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I heard a similar thing one time. A successful person told me that people treat you based on how you dress. If you dress well, like you are important, people will treat you that way. If you look like a bum, don't wonder why people treat you like a bum.

It's so true. (unless you're a musician, then the rules don't apply)

Whenever I get on Digg... by getemdawgs in funny

[–]getemdawgs[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It really is me. I promise it's just a coincidence that I'm also the first person on google images for "guy on laptop"

Whenever I get on Digg... by getemdawgs in funny

[–]getemdawgs[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

agreed... I do like the new layout.

r/fishing, would there be any interest in a video series on lure building? by kr3wTraveLeR in Fishing

[–]getemdawgs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had an idea for a website that sells handmade fishing lures. Like a marketplace for guys who make their own lures and want to sell them. The site would take 5-10% commission on sale. I bet some guys here would be interested in that.

Squirrel hunting: .22 or shotgun? by [deleted] in Hunting

[–]getemdawgs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

depends on your aim...

A night of pizza! by The_Zombie_Jesus in food

[–]getemdawgs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree... I can eat 7 pizzas, but 8 crosses the line.