ARTICLE SUMMARY: UX design can be a tough business when you first start out, it gets even tougher when you decide you want to strike out on your own. It’s scary and exciting all at the same time.
No person is an island and sometimes you can use a little help along the way to your goal. Good advice is crucial to your design career and can come from anywhere.
“Advice That Blew Up My Design Career” by Punit Chawla looks at his career from the beginning until now and how good advice helped him to his present day success. He talked about how he was encouraged to
- Reach Out & Pitch, Don’t Wait Behind a Screen
- Be Open To Anything Creative, Don’t Just Stick To One Role
- Write, Create, Shoot, Contribute, Get It Out There
The advice in this article is not just theoretical but includes practical steps you can take immediately to help you on your journey. It will help you gain clarity on your goals and priorities, making it easier to focus your efforts.
When advice comes from someone experienced and respected in your field it lends credibility and relevance to their words, a trust that the giver is only interested in helping you succeed. It boosts your confidence, encouraging you to take risks or make bold moves rather than sitting on the sidelines stagnating.
This article is an encouragement for more than just designers and well worth reading for anyone looking to strike out on their own.
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