Co-Founder of Loopable | Creator of Better by Design | Innovation Strategies and Growth Insights for Creatives and Entrepreneurs
Here’s the harsh truth that made me switch from designer to co-founder: 💥 In an ideal world, if I needed to hire for a design role, I wouldn't choose myself. There are design geniuses out there whose skills eclipse my own. My true zone of genius isn’t design itself, but bringing all the pieces together –empowering those geniuses to do their best work. It was tough to take a step away from my design passion. But I realized that by shifting to an entrepreneurial path, I could have an even greater impact. As a founder, I get to lay the foundations and orchestrate the opportunities where world-class designers can truly thrive. Where their brilliant work takes center stage. This transition from maker to multiplier hasn't been easy. It required a personal mindset shift and venturing into the professional unknown. But it's allowed me to grow in ways I couldn't before. To take on new challenges and responsibilities that push me further. I'm still on that journey, but I'm energized by the potential impact. By creating environments optimized for design excellence, I believe I can empower the very best work. Have you gone through a similar career pivot or mindset shift? I'd love to hear your story in the comments!
Wow, you took the words right out of my mouth with this Patrick... you have an amazing ability to distill gatekeep-y design language and struggles into a common sense / relatable way. So glad I ran into you online and cheering you on with your venture!
100% the same path.
Love this man, our paths are very similar!
Product Designer | Design Engineer | UX Strategist
3wI relate to this, in a slightly different way: When I started organizing a local UX meetup, I had been really passionate about finding opportunities to engage in public speaking, and sharing what I know about the work I love. Being the meetup organizer put me into a position to set up other people to be that person—and it was so eye opening! It put a check on my ego unlike anything else I had done by that point. And it showed me (not told me) that having a big ego isn’t important for making something amazing happen. I’m excited to hear you sound like you’re on a similar journey, on a different trail!