Keep a mind of your own.
Independent thinking starts with stillness.
The best ideas are born in solitude, then tested in conversation.
Ideate inside, collaborate outside.
Welcome to your new, peaceful mind 🧡 https://t.co/tjSrVBgS2o
A cruel reminder for most designers because it is the simple reality.
You serve the brief, nothing more. You're hired as a tool to solve a business problem.
But some designers are able to transcend this. They solve problems while also expressing an original worldview with their solution.... See more
But how do you get there?
It's not easy and certainly not for everyone. Venturing away from the brief and being "just a tool" can be dangerous for your job stability and reputation.
Also, if you do it too soon in your career, you'll likely fail because you're not ready yet. If you want to... See more