The Design Imposter

In this enlightening episode of The Design Imposter Podcast, hosts Monique Jenkins and Jessica Valis embark on a crucial conversation about representation in design. They explore the significance of this topic, emphasizing that representation goes beyond race, encompassing demographics like age, religion, education, and gender. Monique passionately underscores how representation fuels her work and...

Would you rather be eaten by an alligator than speak to complete strangers?   Welcome to the world of business networking.    Join Jessica Valis & Monique Jenkins as they talk about the various networking platforms and strategies. From attending in-person networking events, building social media connections, and attending online webinars to leveraging existing contacts like family and friends,...

Is the fear of failure stopping you from launching your business? Join Jessica Valis and Monique Jenkins as they discuss what they wish they knew when they first started their design agencies. From questioning the too-good-to-be-true offers to offloading tasks early on, they share relatable insights that anyone, regardless of industry, can take away. Together, they take a vulnerable look at the be...

What is visual design? And is it a practical career? Understand the basics of visual design and discover a refreshing perspective on embracing a career path in arts and design in this episode of The Design Imposter Podcast. Hosts Jessica Valis and Monique Jenkins challenge the age-old notion of the "starving artist" by framing visual design as more than “pretty pictures” and share practical, every...

AI is shaping the future of marketing.   Join us as we explore Jessica Valis' top 3 AI tools for marketing, dissecting their advantages and drawbacks.    Alongside co-host Monique Jenkins, they engage in a thought-provoking discussion around the ethical considerations tied to AI use and its impact on authentic brand voices. From the practical benefits to the philosophical concerns, Jessica and Mon...

Don’t know where to start when looking for your first client?   In this episode of The Design Imposter Podcast, hosts Jessica Valis and Monique Jenkins uncover effective methods for securing your first client. This episode is tailored for both creatives and non-creatives alike and explores methods such as attending networking events, portfolio building, social media outreach, and white-labeling st...

Are you undercharging for your work? Which pricing strategy is best for you?    Join hosts Monique Jenkins and Jessica Valis as they discuss the often uncomfortable but crucial topic of pricing strategies. With real client stories as a guide, they navigate the tricky path of setting fair prices while avoiding common pitfalls like undercharging, overdelivering, and overpricing.    Whether you're an...

In this episode of The Design Imposter Podcast, hosts Jessica Valis and Monique Jenkins take a candid look into the often unspoken struggle of imposter syndrome within the realm of business and design.    They help listeners identify the various types of imposter syndrome and open up about their personal encounters with feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt. Through introspective conversations, Je...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Design Imposter, the podcast that delves into the dynamic world of imposter syndrome, design, and its transformative power across industries.    In this episode, we have the pleasure of introducing your co-hosts: Monique Jenkins, the visionary founder of J.Kins Creative, a groundbreaking design agency committed to empowering black and brown entrepreneurs by...