Ep 112 | Ending a never ending e-commerce project (or not) | with Maria Karavá
Manage episode 459797143 series 3612066
I’m your host, Jack, your failure connoisseur, and today I’m thrilled to welcome the brilliant Webflow developer and mentor, Maria Karavá, to the Webflail Podcast. Maria is a powerhouse in the creative industry, known for her expertise in animation, WebGL, and immersive website experiences, all while championing accessibility and structured design.
Based in Greece, Maria is a mentor at Flux Academy, guiding budding Webflow designers and developers to success. Her journey is filled with exploration, having worked across roles like 3D generalist, pre-press designer, and motionographer. Maria’s versatility and passion for problem-solving shine through in her projects and mentorship style.
In this episode, we’ll delve into Maria’s failures, each a stepping stone to her thriving career. We’ll discuss:
- Tackling her sister’s never-ending e-commerce site.
- Realizing UI/UX wasn’t her path after a challenging job stint.
- Applying to Flux Academy before she was ready—and how it prepared her for success later.
Get ready for an insightful conversation packed with wisdom, laughter, and a little bit of Greek flair. Maria, welcome to Webflail!
00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Work Stress
00:26 Welcome to the Web Flail Podcast
01:29 Maria's Journey and Achievements
02:48 Discussing Failure and Resilience
06:44 Freelancing Challenges and Strategies
10:19 Maria's Career Path and Choices
13:49 Mental Health and Work-Life Balance
17:39 The Never-Ending E-Commerce Project
19:26 Working with Family: Pros and Cons
24:32 Final Thoughts on Client Relationships
29:26 Navigating Friendships in Freelancing
31:23 The UI/UX Designer Experience
34:55 Transitioning to Development
39:18 The Importance of Basics in Web Development
45:35 Applying for a Job at Flux Academy
55:07 Embracing Failure and Learning
WEBFLAIL FREEBIES
10 Step Process To Land Your First Webflow Clients: The Ultimate Guide:
https://www.webflail.com/resources/10-step-process-to-land-your-first-webflow-clients-the-ultimate-guide
LINKS FOR Maria
💻 See Website: https://www.alkoreiel.com/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-karav%C3%A1/
TRY OUT WEBFLOW
🚀https://webflow.grsm.io/webflail
CONNECT WITH WEBFLAIL
📬 Subscribe to the newsletter: https://webflail.ck.page/8a5e37bca6
🐦 Connect on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackRedley1
SAY THANKS
💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
💜 Leave a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5834...
143 episodes