The dreaded portfolio update. If you’re like most designers, the thought of sprucing up your portfolio ranks somewhere between cleaning the junk drawer and flossing twice a day—necessary, but easy to procrastinate. Let me help you break the cycle.

With a solid plan and a bit of hustle, you can go from outdated and forgotten to sleek and effective in just 48 hours.

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Why 72 Hours?

Short deadlines force focus. Instead of obsessing over pixel-perfect tweaks for weeks, you’ll prioritize what actually matters. Done > perfect.

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Your Weekend Checklist

• [ ] ✅ Select 3-5 projects.
• [ ] ✅ Consolidate links with Bento.me.
• [ ] ✅ Draft clear, simple case studies (Challenge, Solution, Results).
• [ ] ✅ Build a clean, responsive portfolio site.
• [ ] ✅ Add visuals that tell your story.
• [ ] ✅ Test, refine, and launch.

♘ The Game Plan

Day 1: Lay the Groundwork (4-6 Hours)

Day 2: Build and Polish (6-8 Hours)

Day 3: Refine and Launch (6-8 Hours)

6. Test and Tweak (2-3 Hours)

• Review every page for typos, awkward layouts, and broken links.
• Test your site on desktop, tablet, and mobile. It should look sharp everywhere.
• Ask a trusted friend or mentor to do a quick review. A second set of eyes can catch things you’ll miss.

7. Tie It All Together (1-2 Hours)

Link your shiny new portfolio on Bento.me, your LinkedIn, and in your email signature. Make it easy for people to find.

8. Optional Extras (2-3 Hours)

If you’ve still got time, consider these bonus moves:

• Post on LinkedIn announcing your updated portfolio (great for visibility).