Design Matters

Published: July 10. at 5:00 PM

Design expertise can benefit any company. But recruiting a full-time designer could cost you more than you think.

Published: July 9. at 5:00 PM

This guide will help both clients and designers to better understand what the different design styles are and what characteristics define them. We have also put together some of our own examples of each style to best illustrate how these designs are used.

Published: July 3. at 5:00 PM

Design marketplaces are popping up everywhere. But are they all they’re cracked up to be? And if not, is there a better way to solve your design outsourcing needs.

Published: June 26. at 5:00 PM

People have incorporated humor into important social or political issues for centuries now. One of the most common forms of political satire has thrived in the form of cartoon illustrations. Political cartooning is a highly effective communication tool that has stood the test of time and highlighted both public opinion and important issues of the time.

Published: June 24. at 5:00 PM

From horrifying hedgehog teeth to unintentionally dirty designs, these design disasters range from hilarious to downright creepy.

Published: June 19. at 5:00 PM

We went undercover as Velocity Consulting to assess whether design contests are worth the money, time, and effort.

Published: June 10. at 5:00 PM

The importance of presentations in business is undisputed. Discover how this powerful communication tool has transformed from the 1950s to today.

Published: June 5. at 5:00 PM

With Taylor Swift’s seventh album on the horizon, discover how Swift’s album cover designs are symbolic of her metamorphosis from a young aspiring country singer to one of the most influential pop culture icons.

Published: June 4. at 11:00 PM

Art with a purpose. Artists and designers around the world have joined hands to spread awareness about the environmental challenges we are facing together as a species.

Published: May 29. at 5:00 PM

It’s a big year for the Pokémon franchise, with two new movies coming out. Check out the graphic design evolution behind the world’s largest franchise that has sparked generations to “go catch ’em all!”

Published: May 27. at 11:00 PM

The graphic design of fashion magazine covers conveys a historical timeline of cultural movements. Explore the cover design behind some of the world’s most iconic fashion publications, decade by decade.

Published: May 27. at 8:50 AM

Consumers and companies alike experience the effect that good product packaging can have on a regular basis. The secret to effective product packing? Talented and experienced designers who understand the key factors that packages and labels must include.

Published: May 14. at 6:00 PM

Music festivals are one of the most amazing ways to bring people together. The epic lineups, awesome beats, like-minded people, and atmosphere are what it’s all about. But when you’re a designer going to a music festival, your trained eye will also observe things like compelling branding, original design elements, and bright colors. Having a powerful brand identity and showcasing a cohesive image can make a lasting impact.

Published: May 14. at 5:00 PM

Place branding digs deep into a place’s uniqueness, aspirations, and values; it creates a compelling identity that will have an impact in various relevant markets. Place branding brings together a place’s offerings, the experience of visiting it, and the locals’ perception of it under the same umbrella, creating an identity and a tangible sense of place.

Published: April 23. at 11:00 PM

The excitement built by the latest Avengers movie 11 years in the making got us thinking about all the posters put out by Marvel over the years. Here, we’ve compiled 20 Marvel posters we think have awesome designs and laid out exactly why.

Published: April 14. at 5:00 PM

With the premiere of the final season of Game of Thrones in action, we decided to take a look at the design and branding of the Great Houses of Westeros. We’ll break down the good, the bad, and the ugly of each house.

Published: April 2. at 3:00 AM

With the rise of e-books and e-readers, book covers are more important than ever. Here’s a list of 15 tools that can help you DIY your own book cover:

Published: April 2. at 2:00 AM

Book design is critical to the success of a book. We’ve combed through more than 50 book covers to predict the top trends for 2019. Check them out.

Published: March 15. at 3:00 AM

Check out our list of user-friendly tools for creative, trendy options for professional design regardless of your skill level.

Published: March 15. at 2:00 AM

Let’s take a look at 10 current branding trends and brands that are pulling them off well.

Published: March 13. at 3:00 AM

We’ve put together ten research-backed tips on how to get the most out of your social media channels.

Published: March 13. at 2:00 AM

Good banner ads catch the eye without being overwhelming or annoying and can drive enormous amounts of traffic. Check out the ten tips for good banner designs that will help you increase traffic and sales.

Published: March 1. at 2:00 AM

It can be difficult to test design skills in a standard way because designers are unique in their specializations. The available programs can give you a wide spectrum of testing possibilities so that you can receive a complete overlook of skillset. We’ve compiled a list of 30+ of the best online tools for testing design skills and why they are worth looking into if you want to test skills for candidates or yourself.

Published: February 26. at 2:00 AM

Take a look at the 50+ movie posters from 2019 that made it to the Academy Awards, and then read on to learn how they fit in or stand out from movie poster trends.

Published: February 7. at 3:00 AM

Graphic design, more than ever before, is at the forefront of everything we do. Here’s a look at 5 major design events from 2018 that have implications for the future of design, and 5 design trends to follow in 2019 and beyond.

Published: February 7. at 2:00 AM

Sometimes the logo change is shocking to the public and draws much-desired brand attention, and sometimes, the change is subtle, but purposeful. 2018 was a year for shake-ups, and we’ve compiled a collection of 50 big companies that changed their logo. Check them out here.

Published: January 22. at 3:00 AM

An eternal marketing favorite, brochures have adapted in the digital era to remain a prevalent way to deliver business information, and we've found 25 of the best design ideas to share with you.

Published: January 22. at 2:00 AM

We've compiled award-winning designs from 2018 and put them in one place for you to gain inspiration from.

Published: January 13. at 3:00 AM

Hiring a copywriter is no easy job, especially if you’re looking for the best of the best. We’re here to give you some pointers as to the dos and don’ts of hiring a copywriter and where to look for one.

Published: January 13. at 2:00 AM

We’ve scoured the internet to find the best free Google docs templates for resumes,cover letters, brochures, business cards, invoices, magazines and other marketing and business purposes.

Published: December 19. at 3:00 AM

The holidays are officially here and we have your business holiday card needs covered with these customizable holiday templates for your brand.

Published: December 19. at 2:00 AM

Outsourcing jobs in December will help you stay on top of your personal and professional lives and keep you sane during the most stressful season of the year. Here are 15 ideas for tasks that you can quickly and easily get done now.

Published: December 13. at 3:00 AM

Banner advertising continues to play a strong role in the world of online advertising. By understanding how banner ads work and which tools there are to help create them, your brand can ensure positive ad results.

Published: December 13. at 2:00 AM

Creating a brand identity is an intimate process that entails understanding your company’s values and outward image. You can learn how to create a strong brand that will stick in consumers’ minds by understanding how top brands did it.

Published: December 12. at 3:00 AM

These graphic design tools for professional and amateur designers alike serve as major time-savers. See our list of some of the best DIY design tools for all your design needs.

Published: December 12. at 2:00 AM

Download these free and easy to use Gantt chart templates and customize them to fit your needs in minutes. There are perfect for project management or other business needs.

Published: September 6. at 5:00 AM

Discover Upwork's IPO journey through dynamic infographics and what experts think about its future and the effects this will have on the freelance industry. Also find out how much it will be valued at.

Published: September 5. at 3:00 AM

Get inspired by this 2018 curation of pitch deck examples from 500 Startups and Y Combinator. These are some of the best pitch decks that impressed most investors and got successfully funded.

Published: September 4. at 3:00 AM

Make your PowerPoint timeline presentation stand out from the 35 million PowerPoints given daily. Use these free, easy timeline templates to visualize events, chronologies and processes. Download blank project timeline tools as your solution to impressive PowerPoint presentations.

Published: September 3. at 3:00 AM

Curious what makes the best consulting presentation PPT? Use these 25+ PowerPoint presentations to learn professional secrets about the best consultant presentations in the world. Get the answers from the experts.

Published: September 2. at 3:00 AM

Make your next presentation amazing with this PowerPoint template library. Download and edit for free. Professional themes for pitches, reports, meetings, classes. Beautiful, creative backgrounds and looks for business professionals.

Published: September 1. at 3:00 AM

Find a useful category-based list of the best freelancing websites, along with their reviews and other relevant information, from generic, "all-in-one" marketplaces to niche websites that have their own categories, such as writers, designers, developers, virtual assistants, and business experts.

Published: August 26. at 5:00 AM

We have made the second and final part of the two-part tutorial for PowerPoint to teach you everything you need to make amazing PowerPoint presentations. We cover all the basics, from master templates to using the format tab, managing your time and examples to inspire you.

Published: August 24. at 5:00 AM

We have made the first part of the two-part tutorial for PowerPoint to teach you everything you need to make amazing PowerPoint presentations. We cover all the basics, from master templates to using the format tab, managing your time and examples to inspire you.

Published: August 19. at 5:00 AM

Learn how to cite pictures in PowerPoint with this simple tutorial. Tips, tricks and best practice on pitcure citations for PowerPoint presentations.

Published: August 18. at 5:00 AM

This tutorial will you through on how to compress a PowerPoint presentation for easy shareability and storage.

Published: August 17. at 5:00 AM

Learn how to highlight text in powerpoint and make your presentations more effective and shareable. We cover a few different ways to achieve what you want.

Published: August 16. at 5:00 AM

A quick tutorial on how to change PowerPoint slide sizes along with tips and tricks on using the right size for your presentation slides.

Published: August 15. at 5:15 PM

Use this detailed tutorial by Konsus to learn how to make your PowerPoint presentations more dynamic by looping them.

Published: July 18. at 1:30 PM

There are two primary ways to print PowerPoint presentations with notes—with and without slide thumbnails. Most commonly, PowerPoint presentations with notes are printed as handouts for clients, customers, or, training purposes. Learn how to do it here.

Published: July 18. at 10:45 AM

When it comes to adding content to a PowerPoint presentation, the second most important aspect (after the content itself) is the font used. Fonts can make or break a presentation, so here is everything you need to know about using custom fonts in your presentations.

Published: July 18. at 6:00 AM

Saving a PowerPoint as a video offers you incredible opportunities when it comes to sharing information on your product, service, or for training. You only have a few seconds to get the attention of your audience, and video is one of the best ways to do that. Here's how to do it.

Published: July 18. at 5:15 AM

Depending on what PowerPoint version you have, this detailed article will guide you to add music to your presentations. Depending on the type and purpose of your presentation, you can add music to one or several slides, or to the entire presentation. Learn how.

Published: July 18. at 5:00 AM

Depending on what PowerPoint version you have, this detailed article will guide you to remove backgrounds and make pictures transparent in PowerPoint for logos, watermarks, layering images, etc.

Published: July 5. at 4:45 AM

Research says people waste on average 3 days of their month working on fixing PowerPoint presentations. Here is a deep dive on how you can drastically improve productivity by outsourcing presentation related tasks.

Published: July 4. at 6:30 AM

A comprehensive list of 40+ websites that you can use to share and market your PowerPoint presentations including slide hosting services, services that allow you to create presentations and share and services that allow you to share presentations as videos and other formats.

Published: June 19. at 5:00 AM

Pros and cons of outsourcing blog writing, hiring freelancers vs agencies, cost of outsourcing, best places to find writers, how to outsource and answers to many more FAQs.

Published: June 12. at 2:00 AM

Find a comprehensive guide to creating an eBook that has helpful advice whether it is your first published material or your tenth. Plus, look for the complete list of 20+ eBook writing services at the bottom of this blog once you’ve learned all about outsourcing your eBook.

Published: May 26. at 2:00 AM

Learn everything you need to know about how to hire web designers. Discover if you should work with a freelancer or an agency. See questions to ask, when to outsource, and 20+ websites to find freelance web designers.

Published: May 24. at 7:00 PM

After more than two years of building the necessary scale, tech and operational processes, we are finally ready for 12-hour delivery to all our customers.

Published: May 21. at 2:00 AM

Using web research services is fast becoming the way to make gains. We’ve compiled a list of 20+ companies to outsource your research to in 2019 (and 2018!) and considerations for choosing the best partner so you can focus on your bottom line.

Published: May 10. at 2:00 AM

We’ve compiled this powerful list of 30+ premier data entry outsourcing destinations to help you gain a better understanding of remote data entry possibilities, strategies for effective results, trustworthy partners and much more. This comprehensive guide is all you need.

Published: April 30. at 5:00 PM

We scoured the internet to bring to you this massive list of 50+ tools that you can use to create any infographic. Find information about pricing and reviews and get some amazing tips to create your next viral infographic.

Published: April 27. at 3:00 AM

Flyer templates are fairly easy to use to create amazing flyers, and the good news is there are a lot of free printable flyer templates online. Find the complete list of free flyer templates along with all other information you need to create your next flyer. Read on.

Published: April 27. at 2:00 AM

Looking for some inspiration to create a business infographic? Check out our list of viral creative infographic examples from business and technology. These will blow your mind!

Published: March 29. at 11:00 PM

In business and in life, we all want to put our best face forward. We have about two seconds to make a first impression on consumers. One sure way to make the most of those two seconds is to invest in compelling graphic design. Here, we round up professional graphic design services for you.

Published: March 20. at 11:00 PM

Designing brochures is one of our specialties, so we’re going to give you the rundown on brochure types, and then we’ve found 25+ of the best places on the web for free brochure templates so you can get started.

Published: March 14. at 5:00 PM

At Superside, we strongly believe in the power of visual content. As we dive into the era of video, a new, soon-to-be massive trend is emerging: the Facebook banner video for the timeline. Let's take a look at how to make a Facebook banner and at the brands already nailing it.

Published: March 7. at 5:30 PM

Today’s consumers love videos. Explainer videos are the most popular kind of business videos because they get results. See 24 ways to get your explainer video done right using agencies and professional video makers.

Published: March 7. at 5:00 PM

Today’s consumers love videos. Explainer videos are the most popular type of business video because they get results. Get 23 examples of explainer video makers, including DIY tools and free online video maker software and templates.

Published: March 1. at 2:00 AM

97% of businesses admit that video explainers help users understand the business. Explainer videos can come in many forms, from animated explainer videos to whiteboard animation videos. These 25 videos from brands like Facebook or Google show how an animated video for your business should be done.

Published: February 19. at 3:00 AM

Infographic resume done right is a great asset in a pool of job seekers. Most infographics resume designs online only cater to creative professionals, therefore we decided to gather some examples that show infographic resumes that work for serious business professionals.

Published: February 8. at 5:37 PM

So, you’re ready to start your website with Squarespace, but your creativity is stalled? We’ve compiled the 60+ best live web examples using top Squarespace templates to help inspire your next website.

Published: February 1. at 3:00 AM

Looking for creative ways to enhance your presentation's design? Check out this beautiful deck with visuals and design examples to walk you through 9 simple ways that can turn any boring presentation into something people actually want to see.

Published: January 22. at 3:00 AM

This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you will need to handle presentations online. Learn more about free online tools like Google Slides and PowerPoint Online.

Published: January 16. at 3:00 AM

We’ve put together a comprehensive guide including Youtube banner makers, Youtube banner templates, and Youtube banner ideas from popular channels and brands.

Published: January 11. at 3:00 AM

GIFs are more than just a popular social media tools for fun interactions. We have compiled the ultimate list of GIF makers and the best ways to cash in on the trend.

Published: December 19. at 3:00 AM

We give you a rundown of the top 5 financial mistakes you might accidentally make as a freelancer so that you can avoid them. Don’t worry – you’ve got this!

Published: December 12. at 3:00 AM

Superside designers have created a range of SWOT analysis templates in PowerPoint, Word and Excel, all easy to edit and customize. Download them for free!

Published: December 2. at 3:00 AM

Need help creating powerful and effective presentations? Look no further! These 50+ amazing Google Slides themes available on the internet come in multiple styles and are ready for you to download.

Published: November 30. at 3:00 AM

Nailing your sales deck is key to profitability because it is one of your most powerful message delivery ways that affect your ability to win the audience.

Published: November 7. at 3:00 AM

Follow this quick and easy video tutorial to understand the process behind creating stunning Infographics using PowerPoint. Also, download free PowerPoint Infographic template.

Published: November 2. at 3:00 AM

Check out how the presentations of world's biggest banks look like and download their templates to reuse for free. Detailed review of their design included.

Published: October 19. at 3:00 AM

Learn everything about how top law firms are designing their PowerPoint presentations and get free access to their templates.

Published: October 7. at 3:00 AM

Bring your accounting presentations to the next level, with these actionable tips based on templates from the world’s top 10 accounting firms.

Published: October 6. at 3:00 AM

Looking to create a powerpoint template? Watch this designer create a beautiful and professional PowerPoint template in under 5 minutes.

Published: September 18. at 3:00 AM

Using some cool Slack hacks, we have streamlined a large number of our company workflows with a combination of public Slack apps and custom integrations.

Published: August 30. at 3:00 AM

We have scraped the internet to come up with these 150+ logo designs that are all award winning and will help you get inspired for your next project.

Published: August 24. at 3:00 AM

A good design contract protects your time and money. Here are the most important terms and conditions you should include in your design contracts.

Published: August 15. at 3:00 AM

For all the graphic designers who love the craft, we’ve hunted down the best ways that you can make the breakthrough to be truly a top designer. Read on.

Published: August 14. at 3:00 AM

Here's a quick guide you must go through before you accept your next logo design job. These 25 questions will make your job much easier & your client happier.

Published: August 10. at 3:00 AM

Turn boring data into interesting visuals with these cool tips and engage your PowerPoint audiences. Plus some great sources to find data visualizations.

Published: August 7. at 3:00 AM

To get a deeper insight on the reality of Upwork scams, we decided to sift through 100's of reviews from real victims and find patterns to identify and prevent these scams.

Published: August 2. at 3:00 AM

When it comes to business, Persuasive Presentations are a coveted resource. These examples and insights will inspire your next Persuasive Presentation.

Published: August 2. at 3:00 AM

We tried and tested multiple PowerPoint Alternatives. The list includes top choices along with reviews and pointers on how to choose based on your use case.

Published: July 19. at 3:00 AM

Take your PowerPoint presentation to the next level by inserting videos or animations. It’s simple and effective! Here is how to embed a YouTube video in PowerPoint, no matter the version you are using.

Published: July 11. at 3:00 AM

This compact video will introduce you to PowerPoint’s Quick Access toolbar as well as a guide on how to easily use shortcut keys to utilize important functions

Published: July 6. at 3:00 AM

Check out these 10 best places for PowerPoint design services and outsource your tasks to save up to 20 hours of work every month. Stop wasting time, start today and you’ll be able to focus on what you're best at!

Published: July 5. at 3:00 AM

In this Slide Master view, you can standardize fonts, images and colors. You can make several adjustments from one place to be applied across many slides. To learn more watch the video.

Published: June 29. at 3:00 AM

We analyzed 100's of business blogs on various criteria and made a shocking discovery on what makes the best ones stand out from the crowd. + Top 7 Blogs.

Published: June 22. at 3:00 AM

How can you use PowerPoint hotkeys to easily create straight lines? How to align icons and text in complex diagrams real quick? Check out this video now!

Published: June 21. at 3:00 AM

Create Professional PowerPoint Presentations effortlessly and in no time using these nifty tricks and tools shared by seasoned PowerPoint Pros.

Published: June 5. at 3:00 AM

A Detailed Walkthrough Guide For Customizing Chrome Extensions With Examples On How To Use The Technique.

Published: May 29. at 3:00 AM

A complete list of Free/Paid PowerPoint plugins that you will need in 2017, with detailed reviews and pricing.

Published: May 22. at 3:00 AM

How Superside used Zapier and Kloudio to automate their business with

Published: May 5. at 3:00 AM

How We Achieved 500% Growth from Product Hunt

Published: April 27. at 3:00 AM

A curation of the best free tools that can be used now to give a new life to boring powerpoint presentations.

Published: January 10. at 3:00 AM

A how-to guide on running your business on Slack using freelancer teams instead of hiring new full-time employees - including challenges and solutions.

Published: December 15. at 3:00 AM

5 steps to build a successful lean startup inside of one of tech’s best tools - Slack.

Published: September 29. at 3:00 AM

Article by Norwegian startup, Konsus (W16), now rebrand as Superside, co-founder, Sondre Rasch about Y Combinator and what he learned during the 3 month startup boot-camp.

Published: September 23. at 3:00 AM

The 3 key factors that got us, a Norwegian tech startup, that “you’re in” phone call: product quality, co-founder dynamics and growth.

Published: July 13. at 3:00 AM

Superside (formerly known as Konsus) was part of Y Combinator in the Winter 2016 batch and provides on-demand creative services for corporates.

Published: May 11. at 3:00 AM