Creative Calling Podcast EP.4 - Habits That Define Success

How can we determine if our habits as designers are helping us move forward or holding us back? Model those who have succeeded in your chosen career. For me this is graphic design. “More enjoyable is more employable” Here are some habits collected from professional designers: -Push your designs to areas of discomfort -Constantly experiment with new techniques without aiming for on specific style -Gather ideas from life -Look for opportunities to impact communities -Treat clients and associates well -Teach Here are tips not to do: -Don’t ignore critiques from mentors -Design for the sole purpose of selling -Mistreat clients or co workers -Quit Ideas collected from: http://www.sagmeisterwalsh.com/answers/ Tangents: Your habits as a wife are important too. It’s important to be intentional and not act entitled toward your spouse. For the most recent up-to-date podcasts please visit: http://www.creativecallingpodcast.com Or visit us on our soundcloud at: http://www.soundcloud.com/brianachristine