The day I almost quit design

"You don't have enough experience."The words hit like a slap.This was a famous designer, someone whose work I'd admired for years.I'd bought his book. Waited in line to meet him.And he wouldn't even shake my hand.In front of my students. In front of...

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Jul 06, 2025
Why I stopped believing in the "perfect application"

You've probably perfected your applications like I did.Resume tailored to every single job description. Portfolio optimized for each company's style. Cover letter that hit every keyword.I thought if I could just get good enough at applications, the i...

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Jul 04, 2025
Where the real opportunities are hidden

Most people compete for posted jobs.That's the tip of the iceberg. The 20% everyone can see.The real opportunities? Hidden underneath.80% of positions never make it to job boards. They get filled through relationships, referrals, or by hiring someone...

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Jul 01, 2025
10 spots available - closes June 30th

I'm opening Career Creators to 10 design professionals who are ready to reject backwards thinking.Why The Industry Doesn't Want You To Know This:Here's how much money the career industry loses when you understand Relationship Momentum:Resume services...

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Jun 29, 2025
Career Creators vs Career Chasers

There are two types of design professionals:Career Chasers follow the industry's backwards advice. Career Creators build Relationship Momentum.Here's what Career Creators do differently:Instead of perfecting portfolios → They build strategic relation...

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Jun 28, 2025