my secret for a successful graphic design career

I have been a graphic designer for over 10 years now and over those years there have been 3 crucial ideas that have brought me success.
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[@jenniferskweter]

I thought it was gonna be another blabbering video that influencers post yapping about their own brand and life, but you've actually given useful tips and insights. Loved it. Thanks!

[@A_Train]

As an introverted, perfectionism driven depressed artist, those quotes are motivation. Thanks for putting your video out man!

[@a_meek_1625]

ugh. the perfectionism spiel hit me right in the feels. i struggle with this so much.

[@mad_hatt]

I'm a fresh graphic design graduate and sometimes it's a little confusing to start out. I'm glad there are others in the industry willing to share and teach us!

[@pasqsocial]

I want to take graphic design in university, do you have a proper view of what you are going to do now?

[@mad_hatt]

@@pasqsocial probably something in product design. Target corporate isn’t too far from my house. I live in Minnesota so there’s a lot of graphic design opportunities especially in the city. (Apparently MN is huge for graphic design careers).

[@mad_hatt]

@@pasqsocial but if you’re wondering if there’s enough job opportunities in your area to pursue graphic design then I’d recommend looking up graphic design jobs available to get a better idea of the opportunities you have where you live

[@mikayki-ttv]

This really helps motivate me to begin starting my career as a motions graphics designer. I got so burnt from my signs/print design role. They told me things like "you'll never make it," and "this is the easiest job you'll ever get..." I never asked for easy. I want to be challenged each and every day and I thoroughly enjoy motion, but so much that I am scared and I wanted it to be perfect. You've reminded me to just do it and have fun, don't worry about making it perfect, just focus on making it good. I wrote down a quote from you and will be referencing it quite often: "You can be worst graphic designer in the entire world, but if you put yourself out there and you're continuing to learn [people] can see that you're trying, that will garnish so much more respect and admiration from [the community] than someone who's afraid to even try." Thank you for sharing these insightful words, I will keep it close to heart.

[@Krispy-Potato]

Thanks for the great tips. I have struggled in the design career and have been quite critical of myself where it’s been stressing me out. Now that I’m slowly changing my mindset and being nicer to myself… it makes me feel not to give up on design.

[@christopherabiera]

I feel you also😢

[@bykeithmin]

all these truths feels harsh but gives me motivation. Thank you Jesse

[@angelitadelarte]

That orange mic is everything. Thanks for the insightful take! Very helpful.

[@utopiademujer]

I feel that Jesse is like my career therapist hahaha, Idk why his voice sounds so calming for me, and also his advices are accurate. Thanks, Jesse, for keeping me inspired.

[@ladylele5536]

Feeling reliefed after watching It's like you are talking about things that most of us are stuggling from but never talk about it ...thank u

[@ProfCanon]

We’re only done because of the deadline. Great information and thanks sharing your experience.

[@marcelspinner1191]

I am no Graphic Designer, but I am glad, life led me to this video: massively inspiring and exactly the words & ideas I needed to hear. Great video- many thanks!

[@sabrinag.3701]

Tears in my eyes- I needed this so deeply. Thank you so much.

[@riverjordandesign]

You have genuinely changed my life. I really needed to hear this. And, in perfect honesty, your portfolio is the sickest I've ever seen..

[@_fatmum_]

Not a graphic designer, but loved the genuinity and every word of that can just be applied to any creativity or passion. Nice

[@hannahgracestudios]

I love that mindset of "done is better than perfect"!! Honestly, that mentality has helped me get so much more accomplished and also be willing to make mistakes and learn from them. New subbie here! Love your videos!!

[@joo-lee-yette]

not me finding this then realizing we have mutuals. i’m a music photographer and have always admired graphic design/video/illustrators. would like to experiment a bit more.

[@st.nina.official]

A a beginner graphic designer it is very useful to listen to more experienced peers! Many thanks!

[@ximenamezalopez7770]

thank you for the words and support

[@piko555]

first point was truly what I needed to hear

[@GabrielaBento-q3t]

it's very obvious the thing jesse said but sometimes the obvious is the only thing we need to do. thanks for that, jesse, you are a incredible designer and feeling very inspired to star my carrer (even tho i'm already working with graphic design

[@melanyartz7565]

This video is really useful , I am right now putting excuses to post content on social media of my designs. You remind me that the most important part is to start. Thank you so much, your content is incredible, keep going! I love your designs

[@serbastian7818]

Jesse I also designs posters, logos and album covers. Glad I found your channel

[@farnoushhere]

im spending a really hard time and recently i begun learning and doing design too. for a long long time i didn't know what and how to do things but im very slowly start to get it. its not still easy but your words helped me to not be scared this much.

[@drawwitheli4697]

Thanks for this reflection. I’m gearing up for another year of applying to internships and definitely was feeling discouraged after not getting one last year. This vid reminded me that I have to just put the pedal to the metal and start applying to hundreds rather than tinkering on my portfolio till kingdom come. 😅

[@adhityapoernama940]

not gonna lie these tips hit me hard on the spot

[@AndrejsGavrilkins]

ok. I will follow tip number 1. I will post 1 project today in a state it is. I wanted to develop it further but never have time.

[@MrJfergs]

Hey Jesse, I am also a freelancer mostly in the web dev space though. I just wanted to know if you could do a video, or podcast about handling clients who are difficult and navigating the business side of things?

[@weirdtree8611]

Hi im a animation student who's about to graduate and struggling on what to do with my life now. I found your video very interesting. I kinda want to try graphic design but im nervous. You mentioned about how some people think its too late for them and i feel that bc i worked so hard to get where i am that i feel like i should keep going despite it may not be my calling. Ill keep your words in mind. You got yourself a new subscriber.

[@abhisheksajeevan7394]

This video really helped me get started. Thank you Jesse!

[@NoéSt-Onge]

Yio thanks for the generosity of sharing these insights. It's true, we need more positivity and mutual support in the community. Refreshing video!

[@MultiSmokinTrees]

This is so genuine, thank you for spreading positive motivation❤

[@egalocalstore3154]

this hit soo hard,thanks jesse!!

[@areebafatimaanwar3379]

This is the video i needed. I just came across your channel and thats the best thing happened to me today. Love your raw, genuine friendly advice.

[@designsal]

I went into graphic design so excited and happy about it,i love it,i had a bit of burnout anf ups and downs but they would go quick and ill be back at it,noe its been 2 months or more,im having a creative block ita getting worst snf worst,i cant do anything anymore not just design,and i feel like im jus6 gonna fail in this major,its prolly alot of mental stuff and the environment around me and other stuff but yeah im not sure what i can do,feels like i cant even do anythung to get better

[@oliverjames4044]

Love your work a lot mate, a diamond in the rough of influencers. (not calling u an influencer)

[@dim.eurovision]

omg this video changed a lot in my mindset, i mean, im happy that i see this video right now, on the very beginning of my career, just a huge motivation given from you, thanks so mush Jesse!

[@mariajosediaz8083]

So much vulnerability! I felt so much everything you said. I was literally feeling all your experiences and all the insights, I actually needed this! Thank you for this video! Love it!

[@yanopam1435]

This was a really good video! Very Insightful

[@youssefchabbar4240]

Thank youuu from Tunisia ❤

[@osaeg6547]

yesss jesse. been watching your channel for some time now and supporting through instagram as well, super inspiring! from the podcast, to your posts, and crossovers with other designers i love, i see you as one of my mentors for real. i hope to meet you one day :)

[@grazibcunha]

Wow, I found your channel today and this video hits me so deeply. Thanks a lot Jesse.

[@sabrinalmahrii1179]

I needed this , thank you

[@user-ln1vj9uc6j]

i needed to hear these tips so bad . Thank you so much

[@CarloCreates]

Thanks for this video, I really needed it 😊

[@slaleos]

Thank you jesse this has honestly been a refreshing and inspiring video to watch

[@curtisg3702]

You cooked ngl

[@averya.5524]

Just started gd job with zero schooling and this video was very encouraging!

[@nicoramo12]

Thank you bro, needed it!

[@sweetlemon229]

This was really nice , tysm for sharing , love your style

[@amandabell6762]

Graphic Design Therapy right here! 💥 I feel seen 🫣 **Playing this on repeat**

[@NosferatuG59]

Right now I'm at what I feel like a intermediate level of design where I can create something somewhat decent but I completely struggle formulating ideas or trying new things. It gets to a point where I spend hours on a personal project and by the end of it I just delete it cause it sucks. Sometimes they don't suck but I feel stuck trying to figure out what I should learn and how to practice and improve. The hardest part is the self motivation..

[@rwitabina]

absolutely, i'm with you. my work is considered "really good" among the small audience i have, but on a grand scheme of work, it's not up there. i have new ideas in my head, but struggle with letting that out. going to design school tho, i'm sure starting over with the fundamentals will make me feel a lot more at ease. all the best to you!

[@robertosierra16]

Thank you for the motivation Jesse !

[@beatrizmaia7721]

Howlin Wolf mentioned!

[@behorta88]

Love your content mate! Keep it strong

[@alialqeisi3958]

Excellent advice! Thank you for this awesome content

[@salsabilsalah-c9t]

THANK YOU SO MUCH :)))

[@anjasomnium]

thank you for this video!

[@MateuszMarianowski]

i think that mate colors are great for creations graphic designs, those moderns colors are always so vibrant so why not back to basics

[@summer.bluess]

Ughh you are such a king for all the amazing work you do 😭❤🔥 I look up to you 🥹🫡 💗

[@roronoaryann]

what a nice tips i ever seen🥲 thank jesse!

[@sunwinsunny]

Thanks Bro !! I needed this talk 🙃

[@munny_p]

So motivating the way you presented those points!! thank youuu

[@danielamijares4766]

Love it!

[@liliannart]

This has been the most helpful video, thank you

[@JesseNyberg]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kapambwekapambwe4131]

The first point has really limited me and stagnated my growth. My socials are barely active, the last time I posted my work was 2019. Over the years I have seen other designers scale their businesses 10x not because they were better than me but because they simply just "posted" which eventually led to more customers coming their way. I have mostly relayed on referrals for work but that alone doesn't get you far in this industry. This has eaten me up for years but this month am changing all that by pushing out more content and sharing my work. Perfectionism will stunt your growth, treat it like a disease and get rid of it before it eats you.

[@janvishah9665]

Thank you so much for this.

[@TheAndyCzech]

Well said! Thanks for the great advice to anyone who watches this. Peace brother.

[@mosimphony8560]

Yeah,, you actually did that THING to me, bro. thanks.

[@JTFgraphics]

Amazing video + Very inspiring

[@learnwithme-hp3vh]

thanks you bro

[@hellodavem]

Man, I've been so stuck on perfecting things, but it's gotta be done! Gotta practice that more, thanks for the reminders!

[@ciskajoubert9623]

Thank you, needed this! 👊

[@lowtidelumber3107]

Thank you 🙏

[@M3rkaba]

Thank you bro I needed this

[@sitisyuhadaabdulhalim8508]

Perfectionism, insecurity and procrastination. 😢😢😢 Got me bummed out, unemployed but full time students for my masters and i don’t even want to finish my masters cause of that three pillars. So demotivated. Hopefully, if i finish my masters (or i quit) i’ll be motivated again

[@MarcosSantosssa]

Thank you!

[@MrSlowMOpro]

Great Video Jesse!!

[@Graphicsofmaya]

I love this video, thank you

[@kareena34]

Thank you Jesse!

[@leatherzeppelin_krystalserpent]

great vid jesse :)

[@helga_akhromeshina]

So inspiring!☀

[@garrybustamante7051]

Your contents are inspiring.

[@sunnny119]

Insightful.Great tips💯.I will appreciate if you tell me the kind of monitors/computers you use.Thanks

[@jo69123]

I haven't been able to land a single project in a year of being an independent freelancer, could you share how you get leads or clients in general?

[@candacemarie4190]

This was great Jesse. I’m currently trying to jump through the job hoops and put my portfolio together after graduating last year. I just moved to a new city for my husband’s job, do you have any recommendations on where I can go to get more involved in a design community?

[@ethanpidgeon5066]

You’re the man

[@1kennylo]

Deadlines are key

[@thewaphannutcharoen4628]

Thank youu!!!

[@proddumjay]

you've conviced me. thank you

[@graciekang655]

LOVE your content! quick question: what's the font you used for the titles in each section

[@stephanieparker1625]

this video is spot onnn

[@zakirshakir4130]

thank you.

[@thebreezeofglory6436]

Thank you very much....

[@aaaaaa-ty5pd]

Alguém sabe se faculdade em design importa muito, não se se fico na são judas ou tento usp, estou muito indecisa, sei q tentar usp é algo mt difícil mas se vai fazer mt diferença acho q lave a pena o esforço. Ou será q na são judas já é o suficiente?

[@ziaulhasankhan8690]

Very nice

[@conturasocial4972]

Hey, I was wondering where you got your cool microphones???

[@QuintonmcGaming]

amazing viddeo u did great

[@Karenisnothere]

thankssssss

[@MoutawakilWork]

i love you man from morocco