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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 11:10:01 +0000</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Improving WordPressa4 the_excerpt() template tag]]></title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 11:10:01 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
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<description><![CDATA[Are you having trouble with your excerpts? Is WordPress misbehaving and making your them look below standard when all you want to do is use it's native excerpt function? You're not alone so read on.<br/><br/>3 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Epuron advert: will make you smile]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:19:42 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
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<description><![CDATA[Every once in a while I come across something that just makes me smile. Today it comes in the form of an advertisement for the German energy firm, Epuron. Watch it here.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Is search engine optimisation unnecessary?]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/is-search-engine-optimisation-unnecessary/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/is-search-engine-optimisation-unnecessary/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:23:03 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
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<description><![CDATA[SEO consultant Eggman John recently posted an article outlining seven reasons why you don't need SEO. John's article caused a stir amongst the SEO community, but read why I think there is a lot of sense in what he says.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Real men dona4t drink and drive]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/real-men-donrsquot-drink-and-drive/</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:52:24 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
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<description><![CDATA[When flicking through my feeds I came across this clever little poster campaign by Russian Bear Vodka, explaining why real men don't drink and drive in a subtly clever way.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How to achieve cross-browser support for inline-block]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/how-to-achieve-cross-browser-support-for-inline-block/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/how-to-achieve-cross-browser-support-for-inline-block/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:46:43 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
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<description><![CDATA[The CSS 'display' property is definitely a bit more complicated than it should be. In this article I will show a quick and simple way to get the display:inline-block declaration rendering consistently across all major browsers.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How to check whether an element exists using jQuery]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/how-to-check-whether-an-element-exists-using-jquery/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/how-to-check-whether-an-element-exists-using-jquery/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 09:02:50 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
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<description><![CDATA[When using jQuery, have you ever wondered how to test whether an element exists using a selector? It's not as simple as it seems so I thought I'd share how it's done here.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Whata4s it like being a self employed web designer?]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/whatrsquos-it-like-being-a-self-employed-web-designer/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/whatrsquos-it-like-being-a-self-employed-web-designer/</comments>
<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 07:34:36 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
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<description><![CDATA[Ten weeks since beginning self employment and my life has changed beyond recognition - sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse. What can I tell you about being a freelancer? What's it really like?<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saying a4thank youa4]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/saying-ldquothank-yourdquo/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/saying-ldquothank-yourdquo/</comments>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:24:44 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
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<description><![CDATA[When I began this blog earlier this year, I made a few pledges to myself: to refrain from personal posts; to keep to a regular posting pattern; and not to mention it if I slip from that pattern. Today I throw out the rulebook.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Taking the plunge: Open for business]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Taking_the_plunge_Open_for_business/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Taking_the_plunge_Open_for_business/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 09:17:04 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
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<description><![CDATA[Many of you that have followed me for a while will know that I've always combined my freelance work with full-time employment. Well guess what?<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[An exciting new challenge with Inbox Digital]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/An_exciting_new_challenge_with_Inbox_Digital/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/An_exciting_new_challenge_with_Inbox_Digital/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2008 21:23:04 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
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<description><![CDATA[A week from today, on Monday 2 June, my life will be taking a slightly new direction as I begin working for award-winning digital marketing agency, Inbox Digital.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Seven visually stunning reasons to vote]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Seven_visually_stunning_reasons_to_vote/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Seven_visually_stunning_reasons_to_vote/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2008 19:36:24 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
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<description><![CDATA[Get Out the Vote is an initiative to encourage the American public to participate in the electoral process and vote. Here I showcase seven poster designs that have caught my eye.<br/><br/>4 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Swimming with big fish (finding the perfect client): Part 2]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Swimming_with_big_fish_finding_the_perfect_client_Part_2/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Swimming_with_big_fish_finding_the_perfect_client_Part_2/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2008 13:57:15 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
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<description><![CDATA[The second in a two-part article examining the perceived value of design and creative services by small businesses, and how big business can play a crucial role in your own business plans.<br/><br/>3 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Swimming with big fish (finding the perfect client): Part 1]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Swimming_with_big_fish_finding_the_perfect_client_Part_1/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Swimming_with_big_fish_finding_the_perfect_client_Part_1/</comments>
<pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2008 08:24:59 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
<guid>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Swimming_with_big_fish_finding_the_perfect_client_Part_1/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[The first in a two-part article examining the perceived value of design and creative services by small businesses, and what options there are for the frustrated freelancer trying to earn an honest wage.<br/><br/>3 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[One simple way to boost your online social profile]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/One_simple_way_to_boost_your_online_social_profile/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/One_simple_way_to_boost_your_online_social_profile/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2008 13:01:16 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
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<description><![CDATA[There is one obvious and very quick way to boost you online social media presence. Link to your various profiles and ask people to follow you. So here are mine.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[See my designer business card]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/See_my_designer_business_card/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/See_my_designer_business_card/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2008 13:01:16 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
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<description><![CDATA[Fellow blogger and designer, Florida-based Irishman Brian Yerkes recently invited bloggers to post images of their business cards. I make my contribution.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How to bring your online store to life]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/How_to_bring_your_online_store_to_life/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/How_to_bring_your_online_store_to_life/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2008 11:03:14 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
<guid>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/How_to_bring_your_online_store_to_life/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Most online shop-fronts follow a tried and tested formula. But sometimes this can be a little bland. Wouldn't it be great if we could bring online stores to life for a truly interactive and fun shopping experience?<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tips for reducing Flash file size for online advertising]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Tips_for_reducing_Flash_file_size_for_online_advertising/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Tips_for_reducing_Flash_file_size_for_online_advertising/</comments>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 08:43:22 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
<guid>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Tips_for_reducing_Flash_file_size_for_online_advertising/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[When developing MPU and banner advertising in Flash, designers have to work within strict file size limits. In this article I list some of the techniques that designers should follow in order to reduce and minimise the file size of their Flash animations.<br/><br/>3 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[What makes a constructive web design brief?]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/What_makes_a_constructive_web_design_brief/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/What_makes_a_constructive_web_design_brief/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:31:02 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
<guid>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/What_makes_a_constructive_web_design_brief/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A well written design brief is an essential part of the creative process. Here I discuss several considerations that help to make a good constructive web design brief.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Choosing the right print process: lithographic or digital]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Choosing_the_right_print_process_lithographic_or_digital/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Choosing_the_right_print_process_lithographic_or_digital/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:31:02 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
<guid>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/Choosing_the_right_print_process_lithographic_or_digital/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Commercial printers offer a range of different print processes suitable for different types of jobs. I look at each of the print processes and examine how they work and what their advantages are.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[What are your tips for great web design?]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/What_are_your_tips_for_great_web_design/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/What_are_your_tips_for_great_web_design/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:31:02 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Blogs</category>
<guid>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/Blogs/What_are_your_tips_for_great_web_design/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Rather than add to the already filled-to-the-brim Digg bin of top 10 tips for web design, I thought it would be interesting to look at what YOU think are your top tips for web design.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[25 inspirational design and creativity blogs]]></title>
<link>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/WebDesign/25_inspirational_design_and_creativity_blogs/</link>
<comments>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/WebDesign/25_inspirational_design_and_creativity_blogs/</comments>
<pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2008 20:41:23 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>aaronr79</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.graphic-design-links.com/WebDesign/25_inspirational_design_and_creativity_blogs/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[From over a year of blogging I have discovered many design and creativity blogs. In this article I list 25 of the most inspirational design and creativity blogs.<br/><br/>4 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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