Last Saturday at the Singapore Zoo, I watched something that made me completely rethink how I've been approaching my career.

My parents were in their wheelchairs. My 3-year-old son walking between them.

Three generations moving at their own pace on the wooden boardwalk.

At first, I kept trying to "help" the situation.

Rushing ahead to check the path. Worrying about timing. Making sure everyone was keeping up.

Then I noticed something.

They had found their rhythm without me.

My parents knew exactly how to navigate their chairs. My son had naturally positioned himself where he could hold both their hands. They were all moving forward together, but nobody was forcing anyone else's pace.

Most UX designers I talk to are stuck in the "rush ahead and worry" mode with their careers.

Applying to 50+ jobs because they think speed equals progress.

Constantly checking if they're "keeping up" with other designers.

Trying to force their timeline to match what they see on LinkedIn.

But here's what that family walk taught me:

Real progress happens when you move at your own sustainable pace.

When you stop rushing ahead of where you actually are.

When you let your natural strengths guide the direction instead of forcing someone else's path.

My son wasn't trying to walk as fast as the adults. My parents weren't apologizing for needing different equipment. Everyone contributed their own way.

In your career, this looks like:

Building relationships at a pace that feels authentic to you.

Using your actual experience and perspective, not pretending to be someone else.

Connecting with people who appreciate your natural rhythm instead of chasing those who want you to move faster or slower.

The three of them reached every destination together. No rushing. No one left behind. Just steady forward movement.

I see this same steady approach work for Career Creators who stop trying to match everyone else's timeline and start building their career at their own sustainable pace.

They spend time identifying companies that actually match their values.

They build genuine connections instead of sending 100 cold applications.

They position their unique experience as an asset instead of apologizing for their path.

Result? They land roles that actually fit instead of just "any job."

If you're tired of rushing ahead and worrying about keeping up, Career Creators might be exactly what you need.

We help you find your natural rhythm for landing your dream role. No forcing. No rushing. Just steady progress toward work that actually fits.

Reply "Rhythm" if you want to learn more about moving at your own pace toward the right opportunity.

Joseph

P.S. My son announced at the end of the day that this was his "best zoo adventure ever." Sometimes the right pace makes all the difference.