Web Design Business with Josh Hall

412 - How Web Design has Evolved from 2010 to 2026 (my behind-the-scenes journey) with Amr Selim

To kick off the New Year, I wanted to share this convo I had recently for my email/DNS partner specialist Amr Selim which we recorded for his podcast where we do a recap of my journey from cabinet maker/drummer to designer/agency owner to course creator/community builder.We also get into how different the industry of web design is today in 2026 compared to when I got started in 2010. But also, how many timeless practices and strategies work today like they did back then.We also cover where AI is, how it’s affecting (or not affecting) web designers, how to utilize it with clients, where the DIY market is and more!Head to the show notes to get all links and resources we mentioned, along with a full transcription of this episode at joshhall.co/412

Bonus - 2025 highlights & what's ahead for 2026

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411 - Revisiting 5 Podcast Episodes (to Prepare for 2026) with Amy Porterfield, Pat Flynn, Derek Sivers, Mike Michalowicz & Chris Do

I’m in reflection mode right now and as we get ready for the New Year, I’m been thinking a lot about these 5 timeless lessons from high-profile guests on my podcast that have really helped me over the last few years. Hope they help you as well as you gear up to build and grow your web design biz in 2026!In this episode:Amy Porterfield On Managing Doubt (from ep #185)Pat Flynn On Risk And Regret (from ep #100)Derek Sivers On Simple Versus Easy (from ep #245)Mike Michalowicz On Sales Stress (from ep #250)Chris Do On Revenue Goal Mindsets (from ep #368)Additional links mentioned:Anything You Want Book by Derek SiversProfit First Book by Mike MichalowiczHead to the show notes to get all links and resources we mentioned, along with a full transcription of this episode at joshhall.co/411Join my community Web Designer Pro® if you're ready to make more and work less as a web designer in 2026!

410 - Dec 2025 Q&A with Josh (growth plans, hiring, revenue boost strategies and more)

Here's the replay of the most recent live Q&A session held on my YouTube Channel. We covered everything from:Keeping support and growth plans separateWhat to include/how to price growth plansA widespread scam where people are impersonating web designers, sending extra invoices to their clientsMy top 3 tips for someone fresh into web designHow to hire support and junior design helpAutomation tools and processes for your web bizRevenue boost ideasAnd more.Oh and here's my Christmas 🎁 for ya... $100 OFF the Web Designer Pro® Community Tier! (annual plan)Normally $999/yr, now $899/yr when you join before Jan 1, 2026.SIGN UP NOW →Bonus: When you join with this gift, I'll follow up personally with a Coaching Boost where I audit your site, review your offers, pricing and give you a plan of action for Q1 2026! The coaching boost is done via private Web Designer Pro direct messageYou send me your site, I'll send you a 10-15 minute Loom video with my coaching boost & plan of action recommendationsOne additional followup for any questions you have after the boostI'll full the coaching boost in the first 2 weeks of Jan 2026 depending on availabilityI just helped Tom secure a 5k/yr client with this very same coaching boost where I recommended making a couple tweaks to his SEO/Growth Plan offers!"Before joining the Pro community I was unsure of my niche selection and unclear about my web design and local SEO offers. After joining Pro and having a coaching boost with Josh Hall I was able to clarify my niche and simplify my local SEO packages and pricing tiers. On the same day, not long after my coaching session with Josh, I was able to score a monthly recurring local SEO deal worth nearly $5,000 a year! Josh has the best courses, the best community and the best coaching - bar none (and I have tried many others over the years!)" - Tom Perry (allydigital.com.au)

409 - How to Land Sponsorships as a Web Designer with Justin Moore

As a web designer, you’ve probably considered looking into additional revenue streams, but have you ever considered sponsorships?If not, you’ll want to hear this conversation I had with sponsorship coach and author of the new book “Sponsor Magnet” Justin Moore.While this is mostly a chance for him to coach me live on my sponsorship strategies, it applies to web designers even with small client-based audiences and followings.There is so much opportunity for sponsorships at all levels with brands, local businesses and even referral partners that you might not be thinking about as a web designer. So, instead of just sitting on gold…let’s dig some up in the form of sponsorships with Justin!Side note: as a web designer, I must say, chef’s kiss to the sponsormagnet.com site! Head to the show notes to get all links and resources we mentioned, along with a full transcription of this episode at joshhall.co/409