Brad Hussey: Freelancing as a Web Designer and Creating Online Courses that Sell (Passive Income)

Howdy, everybody! Welcome to another episode of Editor X Live, where we share exciting design news, trends, career advice, and conversations with thought leaders in the no-code, UI/UX, product design, and marketing spaces. My name is Brandon Gross, and I'm your host for today's discussion.

In this episode, I had the pleasure to interview Brad Hussey, a.k.a. the father of the hussies, the horde of hussies! Jokes aside, Brad is a superstar freelancer web designer, online course creator, and entrepreneur. Here, we will learn about his journey in the design field, his experience as a freelancer, and how he created successful online courses that provide him with a passive income source while also helping others to thrive in their design careers.

Who is Brad Hussey?

Brad Hussey is a web designer, developer, and online course creator. He is known for his coding and design skills, his upbeat attitude, and his numerous successful online courses that have helped thousands of professionals build their design careers. While Brad has a well-rounded background in the design field, his expertise lies in making UI designs come to life with a focus on UX and user experience.

Brad began his career as a web designer and developer, working for himself as a freelancer, and eventually establishing his own web design agency. Today, Brad is also the founder of the Hussies Horde, an online community where he shares his knowledge and experience in design, development, and freelance career building.

Freelancing as a Web Designer: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Brad's career journey has not been without challenges. As a freelancer, he faced the common struggles that many design professionals face when starting their own business. He had to learn how to manage his time effectively, juggle multiple clients and projects, and deal with the oftentimes unpredictable nature of freelance work.

Nonetheless, Brad has thrived as a freelancer, learning the ins and outs of the design industry, as well as valuable lessons in entrepreneurship along the way. Today, he uses this experience to mentor others and help them overcome the barriers many new freelancers face as they navigate the freelance market.

When asked about the rewards of freelancing, Brad highlights the importance of business skills alongside design skills. He believes that freelancers who invest in their business development and marketing acumen are better positioned to find success as a self-employed designer.

Creating Online Courses: Passive Income, Passive Impact

Brad's passion for sharing his knowledge and experience in the world of design led him to start creating online courses. His courses cover various aspects of web design and development, such as coding, UX lessons, design tools, and freelance career building advice. The income generated from selling these courses also provides Brad with a passive income stream, but that's not the only reason behind his decision to create them.

Brad emphasizes the impact online courses can have on students, ultimately contributing to their personal and professional development. By sharing his skills and experiences, Brad can help others reach their full potential in the design field. Additionally, online courses are a scalable way to reach a large audience and offer guidance to those who need it most.

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In Conclusion

Brad Hussey's career journey has not only led to his success as a freelancer web designer and online course creator, but it also demonstrates the power of resilience, adaptability, and the willingness to help others develop in their careers. If you're interested in learning more about Brad's courses, his freelance journey, or simply want to connect with like-minded design enthusiasts, be sure to check out his website and join the Live Learning community with Editor X.

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I'm Brandon Gross, and until our next Editor X Live show, keep creating amazing designs out there!