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Trendspotter/Trendstopper: What design trends should fade with 2009? Which ones should stay afloat in the New Year?

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Managing Through a Downturn
Overseeing a team through uncertain times may be one of your greatest management challenges, but it comes with some potential rewards.
Spread success, not doom and gloom

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In December, illustrative designer Von Glitschka presented a popular webinar, 6 Steps to Better Creative Concepts. So popular, in fact, that it sold out in just a couple of hours. Missed it? Relax, we're doing another live session on January 22, where Von will share steps for developing, honing and perfecting great creative concepts. Get more info and watch for registration details coming soon!

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HOW is now accepting entries for our brand-new Poster Design Awards. Submit your poster design work—entering is super easy (just upload your poster; no need to ship anything) and quick (enter totally online). The top 10 winners score a library of HOW books and get published on HOWdesign.com.

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Panel discussions for AIGA/Orange County’s Ultimate Promo Show let industry leaders share advice and expertise on promoting their design businesses.

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