How to Position Yourself as an Expert If you have no Experience

If you have little to no experience, how do you charge like an expert? Does your age or education matter? What are you really worth?
In this episode, Chris do coaches the Young Guns and gives them advice on how to solve bigger problems and be seen as an expert.
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[@JanneWolterbeek]

I appreciate how The Futur brings useful content to both beginners and experts. And yet, they're all worth seeing regardless your position on the career ladder!

[@thefutur]

Thanks.

[@MaximilianBerkmann]

Even for those who code.

[@PhatNguyenCreative]

It's never a waste of time watching the Futur's content. A cup of coffee and a few videos from you guys is the best way to start a day.

[@thefutur]

daily diet.

[@newtronbadave]

Totally!!

[@nkcubekoshumane2903]

Never bruh

[@adamkarmi4355]

100%

[@worldsoop]

That’s how I do it every morning 👌

[@NSIT15]

Your channel is just gold!

[@thefutur]

Thank you

[@frankthetankpt7673]

My frustration with this, is how do you get “industry experience” (aside from freelancing) when everyone is requesting 3+ years industry experience even for junior roles? As much as i would love to start right off the bat as a freelancer, I know I personally learn best when I can work alongside those with more experience as I tend to absorb their techniques and efficient habits like a sponge! That is how I was able to advance quickly in the trades industry without additional schooling.

[@harissatheartist]

What he says to the young person is correct but...here in Greece things are not easy and as a person in my 20s whenever i have been in an interview for a job, that i know for a fact i can do the job, that is why i applied to the job, they treated me like I'm an amateur. And is not because I'm not confident, or that i don't have a good portfolio or a resume. It's that companies dont value the young people. Because they think, that they have to spent time and money to people that in their minds are unqualified, although they can see the experience on paper and on the portfolio. I'm not even talking about freelancing, because real freelance doesn't exist. So yeah i believe what he says, that you should know your worth and you should ask what you deserve, but you have to take in consideration your environment.

[@andrewadams9666]

Something i started saying is "i can make a logo and other graphics" now as a designer i tell my clients "i can take your ideas and turn them into reality". We can work together to solve your creative problem.

[@holmhelena]

I want to applaud those young men for being ambitious. I grew up in an environment where ambition was not applauded, but mocked, so It can be easy to give up when you are young. As Chris said, you can achieve anything. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

[@jonathangonza]

That is very true. People put you down and what hurts the most is that it's the ones you love the most that do it and makes it a sure defeat in a lot of people's lives.

[@holmhelena]

jonathangonza Yes, unfortunately. It can be very painful and destructive. Support is very important. If you can't get support from your loved ones, the best is to let It go and try to find someone who is not going to project their failures onto you. I was thought from very young age that nothing good will ever come to me, that I will always struggle. The damage done got deeply rooted. In that case, you have to practise mindfulness to minimise any possible future damage since It is very hard to change something you learned very early on. And to let go of the anger or any resentment. People around you sometimes just don't know any better. In their minds, they think they are protecting you.

[@holyshiet787]

until you prove everyone that you are best at something in that way that you can have a stable career without any risk like every normal job , everyone will have doubt in you it doesn;t matter if they are your parents or friends because everyone wants you to be secure in this time like having a stable job / paycheck / insurance / starting your own family.

[@holmhelena]

Doubt is understandable, but discouragement and dismissiveness is something else. That's what I was talking about.

[@MariaFloresArt]

And women!

[@RobertLoyale]

Here’s the clear answer, do the work. If you want to be known as the expert, do 5 case studies a week on real, local businesses in your area. Tag them in it. (If it’s good, they’ll share it or contact you). And another thing, know the client you are trying to pursue. Timothy the business owner of Dark Pikachu Tv on KZbin with 9k subscribers will not pay $10k for a website. However, Brittany the marketing manager from Herbal Tea and Steam Therapy will pay $10k for a campaign which includes new landing pages for a website.

[@AstenRegisTheFlipside]

No one cares how old you are! Just show your work!

[@i.am.rossalex]

Anyone care! 18yo freelancer and 35yo freelancer, both with experience and portfolio. 70% chance to get a job has more older one.

[@haza123b4]

@@i.am.rossalex *So get a better portfolio.*

[@cloudwalker8266]

I'd rather be perceived as too young than too old. Older workers, regardless of their skills, talents, and flexibility, are at a significant disadvantage in today's youth-dominated, tech-driven culture. Anyone who denies the reality of ageism is uninformed or lying--and definitely younger than 50.

[@aneesh7123]

I'm 13 year old graphic design business owner. I don't have the confidence to talk on call with clients :/

[@timenixe]

"How can I come across as an expert?" Here's the thing. As a business owner, I look to hire the most connected and relevant person. Which is often a much younger person than myself (as tech is always updating). I just need to know you're reliable for the price, and will deliver a good result. That's all I care about.

[@EastofSublime]

This new curated ~15-20 minute video series is dope.

[@thefutur]

We are going to do this on a regular basis.

[@hervensay]

2 years later, this video is still relevant.

[@jbhermida2831]

Chris is the best. I always start my day watching thefutur videos. It changed how I see myself as an artist, bigtime!!

[@deliaahlschlager7444]

I do the same. I can't wait to sit in traffic in the morning and listen to Chris. The emotional and insightful value I get from the Futur is insane ❤️

[@gabbbbbz]

Same here haha!!

[@MeresBusiness]

How to Position Yourself as an Expert If you have no Experience

[@theliastry]

You always have the best advice. On the most basic level, thank you for not being condescending to young people & choosing to empathize with and inspire us instead. It’s hella scary putting yourself out there especially when you’re new, it’s good to be heard & not have concerns discounted

[@thefutur]

These guys are great. I admire them.

[@UniquedesignzNetHMKGroup]

What a great video! Listen guys at the end of the day it comes down to experience. You’re doubting yourself because you’re saying to yourself “I don’t have that much experience compared to others” WHO CARES! Just get out there and DO! Continue to master your craft. Do what chris said and don’t be afraid to share your perspective. If you just stick with it the inevitable will present itself and you’ll wake up one day and you’ll know you’re a badass lol! Just keep at it! Focus your thoughts on what you DO have not what you DONT!

[@UniquedesignzNetHMKGroup]

Mark Yates love it!! You’re on point!!! 👊👊

[@MarkAnthonyPadal]

Someday I wanna be interviewed by Chris in The Futur.

[@abduldesign117]

I'm in my last year in my graphic communication in university and most students don't have a clear goal to what type of design field they'd like to go into yet which is not a bad thing because everyone is at different stages. Would love an episode on a career path for graduate or how to plan things out from the start. Great video as always!

[@JemmaKate]

Abdul design literally handed in my last grad project today!! This would be so handy

[@ralphwarom2514]

XD do a lot of work. I think sitting back and asking what you want is good, but going out and doing different things is better. Also, sometimes basic discipline is the answer. I think most students have goals, but then don't focus on discipline, fail, then change goals. (From my own experience when I was younger XD)

[@NoahBility]

Chris, If We Ever Cross Paths In Person...I'd Love To Give You A Hug Your Advice Holds Weight And Is Given With A Level Of Certainty That Shows That You Have Lived Quite A Life It's Sharp Yet Comforting Thank You.

[@thefutur]

Ok. Just make sure you are not sweaty. ;)

[@NoahBility]

@@thefutur Copy That

[@JacobPatrick1]

His weakness is sometimes coming off as arrogant and unempathetic. Nevertheless, I appreciate all his many strengths especially making these videos others can learn and grow from. 'A Brand is not what you say it is, but what others say it is'

[@DibbsTV]

I couldnt quite put my finger on it, but this is it.

[@randamachnok312]

Just wanna point out how beautiful it felt when Chris says "I AM your big brother." It just hit me.

[@karansarin1986]

How to Position Yourself as an Expert If you have no Experience??? Well.... 🙄with NO experience, just DON'T position yourself as an expert! Don't try to cheat people.😩 Spend time and effort to gain experience.

[@gh8284]

Karan Sarin you are not an expert without experience. FACT. You will find yourself in hot water very quickly lying to clients

[@stephaniemay9090]

people learn and gain experience by playing devils advocate and challenging themselves to do jobs they can't.

[@karansarin1986]

@@gh8284 Totally man!

[@karansarin1986]

​@@stephaniemay9090 Thats true, people do that often. But, most people lie and use people's trust by telling them false things about themselves. The karmic cycle works in a way where soon someone will do the same with them. A proper course would be to promise people a higher reward for the risk that they would take on by hiring you. Or even better; address the risk, and work your way around it. For example: when I first started off as a designer and was interviewing at my first job, I told them confidently that I know that I am talented but I don't have the necessary proofs to support it... How about I work a month for free, and if I'm able to prove myself, you take me in? The company had literally nothing to lose, and when a person has learnt the initial ropes within an org they would rather hire that person than look for another outside and train them. It's sad that people are not willing to pay the required price for anything and just want shortcuts. It tends to catch up and bite in the rear pretty soon. 🙃

[@CMgraffix]

this a big problem with school, all teachers say to be broad and not focus on one path, but once you go out to the job world you need to clearly go for one direction UI, Logo, digital, Print, yes they are interchangeable, also school seams like they have teachers that just are there for the pay check and are not there to help students grow or achieve a job

[@CMgraffix]

I found at the end I tought myself through videos, and youTube, Love #theFutur, thanks #ChrisDo

[@erosempai]

I was wondering this exact question as im working to become specialized

[@djstarsign]

Best advice for young people who are passionate and are in love with the culture of design is to commit to however long it takes while also committing yourself to do the best work possible. This will drastically cut down how long it will take to stand out. There’s always a need and when you become a person that people are talking about, the work will find you. But don’t rush it. Concentrate on the craft of design. In the meantime, network your ass off. And the biggest piece of advice I can give you is to be confident. A mediocre confident design is going to be far more successful than many brilliant designers with no confidence. You’re designing for people to solve people problems in a design context. Understand people, understand who you are trying to reach, ask questions of your clients in an empathetic way to solve THEIR problems. Use your creativity to align the tools and elements to craft possibilities. You’re going to have terrible clients in the beginning and only do work for terrible people if you don’t. Your value is far more than how great your design looks. If you can identity areas of potential and the client is serious about the work, they’ll listen and they’ll thank you for uncovering areas to work on. And they will pay you. Don’t be afraid of doing work for less money in the beginning but use every project as an opportunity to land bigger and better projects. Understand that you’re competing against a crowded field and only the people most willing to work harder because they have an undying passion are going to make it through the tough times. If you want a formula for quick success, it’s not going to happen, unless you have rich friends who will hype you up as their designer friend who kicks ass. Most of us won’t have that. So work, work, work, and work on your confidence. If your client feels rewarded, they’ll spread the word about how amazing it was to work with someone as talented as you.

[@minchalop]

You post some of the most insightful comments I've ever read on KZbin, so many really good points. Is there any way I can contact you?

[@AC_SLATE]

I get what he's saying about trying to look like the professional charging a lot being/looking so young. Although I agree your work will speak for itself, you can't always expect people just to find you through your work online. You Will have to visit businesses, set up meetings and sell yourself especially when your coming up. My best advice for his question would to look professional and be confident when your meeting with people. Have a portfolio to show for and never negotiate on your prices because you lower your worth at that point. You don't need every job you need the right ones.

[@lookthrumyeyes]

Chris is so amazing in breathing 'life' in to people that probably he can bring back people even from suicidal thoughts or tendencies. Amazing & priceless, to say the least

[@thefutur]

Thank you

[@filipfelbar2001]

I think I can safely say that your content has given me more insight into the design world and motivation than what I learned in the last 3 years of design school. Keep the videos coming! :)

[@pegahsm.]

I feel like anyone who’s come across TheFutur’s contents has such a higher advantage specially as a designer! These videos that are FREE are literally life changing. I am truly privileged. Thank you team!!

[@mindmatters3842]

You Sir, are a magician. Your words are like spells. Just like Odyyseus I feel like getting dragged into an underworld only that, I would mind, getting my ears waxed. I wish you and your team and everybody watching all the best having full faith in the fact that you can achieve anything you truly desire. Master Chris Do, the alchemist who turns lead to gold. Show us what you are capable of and lead the way.

[@mmazz414]

Chris... I cannot thank you enough for this message. I am my own worst critic - and now I know I really need to not compare my beginning with someone's middle, and I'll get there in time. It's always a work in progress...

[@LoudMime]

Mr. Chris Do, at first glance, is the type of mentor we think we typically get in 9-5 job. We generally hate and cringe at what they say and look past through it. Maybe because, we think we know better. It's okay to think that way, this is a media platform, KZbin, we can investigate and learn further of Chris. Even if his exact words are said by other speakers gazillion times. What sets Chris apart from them is how convincingly, intimidatingly confident he is at what he says! That's why some haters leave batshit comments here, that what he says is just bull. The problem why we have this perspective, some mentors only show sh*t at the surface, copy others, and doesn't encourage growth nor exemplify this internally and outwardly with themselves. I don't like mentors like Gary Vee, because as much as he's frank, he doesn't show empathy to the struggle of others or how they process things. I thought Chris Do was the same cookie as Gary. Yet, Chris' genuinely LISTENS, and his words are truth bombs. Being Asian, and I think Asians as most of his audience too, he learned the biz the hard way. There's a sense where I need to reach out to him. You think he's mundane and apathetic, then you realize Chris is just secretly a Zen Master. He gives you the real world and how it's crazy and you should definitely not conform to the negative and the mediocrity, and he's got an insane skill of analysis. He always say we should all work hard towards our goal,competitively!!! Invest our time to our passions. Chris listens the most in a room full of people that's why he shimmers like a freaking Buddha. And you dress extremely cool btw Chris

[@fatherodd7344]

When you asked "WHY ARE YOU GUYS TALKING TO ME RIGHT NOW?" I lost my shxt LOL....YOU SIR ARE MORE THAN INSPIRING, Thank you.

[@shifuantonio]

Being compensated by “this is what I do” versus being compensated by “This is who I am” or “this is who I have become,” puts you in a different sales position - which takes time and venturing.

[@peterstatsenko3142]

One important issue here your sentence is missing: 'This is what I do for YOU'. Their pain and problem at the forefront.

[@ArmadusMalaysia]

i'm 35 now, and since school I've been doing my own logos, my own banners, my own websites. Everything I do is creating on my own thinking that I what I had was not enough for any company. And I just kept expanding my knowledge to doing my own 3D designs, learn coding for my own purposes without earning a dime. I now realize that I didn't take any student loans for the skills, and I have 17 years of experience.

[@markgraphicsja9496]

I always believe that everyone has a story to tell, I always wonder who wants to hear me. Just do it and grow, not just audience but also on your journey.

[@XxxXxx-gq2qy]

admitting your humble beginnings and hustling your way up is better and more rewarding than trying to portray a "not yet achieved persona"

[@anandhg4286]

Chris.. Says.. Experience comes with age and situations.. There is no short cut for experience!Hope that's what young newer artists should learn...

[@shikanda]

he also said to get your 10,000 hours so if you start young then you'll have more experience?

[@MrBreadfruit_]

Truth is I've held myself back for this exact reason but coming out of my comfort zone and worked with people and doing phenomenal work where the people who i've worked with before would jump to work with me in a heartbeat. My Advice, Build bridges and fake it to you make it and be genuine while doing it. Most importantly be earnest about solving the problems you've set out to and watch your career bloom.

[@samhebda5388]

I work for a startup design firm and put in 40-50 hours a week but make under 1 grand a month because it has yet to scale. I can't seem to get more unless I take on more work and tasks.. How can I get more for the same work? Or should I trust the scaling part? I feel undervalued but don't want to drive the firm into the ground...

[@thefutur]

Ask your manager what else you can do to be more valuable.

[@theCreativeSav]

After 2 years, I needed to hear this again. Thanks guys ❤️

[@ctclockwises]

*Chris, you are my another dad hahha xD thank you so much for the advice!!!!*

[@thefutur]

You’re very welcome.

[@bcuziwasbored]

I recently found this channel, an I can't stop watching it. This video helped me tremendously. I have been experiencing something extremely similar. As someone who is young and doesn't have as much experience, I find it hard to evaluate and convey my worth to clients. The problem I have the most is undervaluing myself. When I work on a project, I usually feel like I'm faking it. Even though I know I am completely capable, I get that feeling of "who am I to do this" or "why should anyone listen to my opinion."

[@thefutur]

Welcome to the Futur

[@harurosech.4848]

Confident, but humble. Don't say stuff you aren't asked. Have a "improvement" mindset/personality/ideology.

[@durupa_]

Chris, you’re incredible at putting things into perspective in such a down to earth way. Thank you

[@thefutur]

Thank you. I Appreciate it!

[@one_man_community]

All these guys are making is hipster, generic, seen-it-before works though. Nothing bad but you're not going to stand out I'd expect.

[@marveldelva7463]

“You can have me as an imaginary big brother - I’m here to help you” - was that a moment of vulnerability from Chris? Lol 🤔

[@thefutur]

it was. does it help?

[@marveldelva7463]

The Futur - it definitely helps! 💯

[@nadjar.6601]

My perspective on weaknesses is that there are none. It always depends on the perspective and the circumstances. Chris gave this great example where he turn 'being young' from a weakness to a strength and I believe the same can be done for any trait. Looking for details all the time is a good trait as accountant but might get you stuck as when you have to focus on the big picture as a CEO. Being funny all the time might not be suited in a situation where you have to make serious decisions. So, there are only traits or preferences that fit better in some circumstances than in others. The art is to know how and when to use these traits and to be aware of the consequences.

[@Myxlpltx]

The entire episode is great but this section here spoke to me the most. Keep up the great content the Futur!

[@thetributary8089]

How can you position yourself as an expert if you have no experience is a fundamentally flawed question. The answer is, if you have zero experience, you are not an expert and an attempt at positioning yourself as one is deceitful and you deserve nothing short of absolute failure.

[@3PMedia]

New challenge for myself and other young creatives out there: take in an hour of The Futur team’s content a day. Lets improve and hone our skills along the way.

[@thefutur]

Sounds good to me

[@shakey7847]

Hi saw your comment. I'm interestin in what you're doing? How old are you?

[@hansdailyfashion]

15:03 I'm so glad I have a very similar mindset as Chris. My girlfriend would probably say that too if she's asked. Haha 😂 By the way, we need snoop dog music and shades animation at 15:53. 🔥😎

[@kwwxg1654]

Damn y'all unintentionally click baited me. I was trying to figure out how to position your hands right

[@podcastmariapopa1]

I don't know why, but this discussion seems like a discussion that Chris Do would have with his own two boys. It seems so sincere. And the introvert humor :) "..you are not in danger of saying that just today because you are not an expert of solving all the problems " :))))

[@thefutur]

I care.

[@Brunaaart]

I really needed to hear that! I just started my youtube channel but was struggling to find value in my content. Thank you for motivating me💛

[@EPHONIC]

This is awesome, Chris. You need to do a video with people (like myself) who have been in the industry for 20+ years and are trying to still position themselves as an expert in something after playing the part of Jack of all Trades. I'd love to hear your take on how someone in their 40s can reposition themselves to stay relevant and competitive.

[@natasha.elaine]

Yesssssssssss!

[@denisseurdaneta627]

I love the positivity and the change of perspective! Your videos get me super inspired, thank you for bringing so much quality content ⭐️

[@thelostyoutuber]

I'm a therapist, nothing to do with design or branding or what not. And I still find your content incredibly valuable and relatable. Thank you!

[@thefutur]

Awesome!! we love therapists!

[@uniworkhorse]

Damn I feel like I'm being spoken to, in a similar situation...

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

I made a video on my channel called: "My designer career journey" . Def UX/UI is big. I switched to that from studying architecture & industrial design, getting random design jobs that were not super related to my 2 degrees, being unemployed a few times. I didn't have direct academic UX/UI experience, I had done a couple of websites - that's it. I built up my professional confidence, worked on believing in myself, saw my value and worth, that me asking many questions and the RIGHT questions and connecting the dots was of great value and I jumped into it and now recruiters are chasing me for once AND I freelance too on top of it. I don't just build e-commerce websites, honestly Wix does a better job at that than me, and that would bore me. I am still missing technical aspects but that's the least important part. I work on complicated projects (car tech, medical applications, train track applications, etc.) and understanding that and boiling down the goals of the project to best suit the users. I'm excited for everyone to embark on their journey, a big thing is believing in yourself.

[@badass4363]

Rhetoricsis the soooooo important..the power of words !!! The words you pick when crafting a sentence can give you an outcome as different as day and night. I like this video a lot. For the longest was under the impression I needed to pick a creative path and I struggled with myself on picking one. My problem is I love being creative PERIOD. I AM A CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVER!!! Thanks Chris!!!

[@thefutur]

You’re very welcome.

[@Weird_Quests]

Bad Ass very true - I’ve been learning more about design too, as well as improving my copy writing to be able to better position myself and my services I want to offer.

[@kayiet5169]

4 years later this video is relevant

[@BigOmahaSEO]

Don't. If you don't have experience, you aren't an expert. Acting like you are just means you're the stereotypical smarmy hack that gives marketing a bad name. You're the problem. If you don't want to be a smarmy hack, EARN experience. EARN your way up. Tell the truth. Lying isn't how you build long term success.

[@shakey7847]

you earn experience by "acting" as an expert. Acting is just another word for having the ability to sell yourself

[@datguyale]

Oh man the definition of Chris as the big brother that we never had is fantastic! So true, made me laugh out loud ahah! Great video as always guys

[@adityudubhaskaruni4957]

I love Crish and his thought. No weakness for you! You must be saint then 🙂. You see success and happiness only in working for ppl in world. I feel so at least. There divinity part and spiritual aspect also to work for. Else happiness is bound not to come. I think this is your weakness. Please forgive me if I said something wrong.

[@farahcooking]

i am so hungry and thirsty for such content, just absorbing it like a sponge.

[@thefutur]

Soak it up.

[@dtdan5529]

I feel that it doesn’t matter how old you are, that you have the opportunity to learn something new from every person you interact with, however big or small small that piece of information is. I learn from students everyday and they are from 11 to 18 years of age, they can approach tasks in a way I’ve not considered, or teach me things that are a part of their culture, even something as small as the meaning of a new slang word being used by them. We are always learning, and age doesn’t matter when it comes to the teacher you learn from if they teach you something you didn’t know and now previously.

[@MattCassCook]

You shouldn’t. Because without experience you are not.

[@chilerofilms9367]

Dayum this video is just unbelievable! Lots of questions we had were answered exactly how we needed. Thanks for the great work guys, keep it up!

[@SteHanBotha]

13:12 - Totally spoke to me for where I'm at right now. Thank you @chris and @thefutur (just turned 35 yesterday and I still feel I have so much to learn in this game). Taking notes...

[@thefutur]

You’re very welcome.

[@aleksandarnikolov144]

Hi Chris, why do you say that they're double your age in an attempt to highlight the importance of experience when earlier you said that it didn't matter if a person was 7 ,17 or 77? Anyway, I love how you inspire young minds. Literally no word that leaves your mouth goes to waste. Have you written any books?

[@thefutur]

I did write a book. bookstore.thefutur.com/product/pocket-full-of-do/

[@uniworkhorse]

Why is Chris the essence of pure confidence

[@thefutur]

Haha

[@douchymcdouche169]

Because this is what bullshit artists know how to do best.

[@marthyangue319]

Would love to hear this question answered but for creatives who do have a lot of experience but it's, maybe, the limitted, maker-space kind of experience. The mental switch is quite a bit different when you're more entrenched in that identity. TLDR: Mid-career mental pivotting: series waiting to happen right there 😉

[@omersiddiqui3823]

Im very creative in the field of science and i know that my creativity does not limit to that field. I want to pursue my career in astrophysics but the thing is living in Pakistan you need to have a lot of money to follow these kind of passions. That is why i decided to explore my creativeness in the graphic designing world and support my major career choice. Your thoughts on this??

[@omersiddiqui3823]

Note that im in High School rn.

[@Eikon_FF]

Thank you, Chris and Futur team for another great video that answered another question in my head. I'm really glad that I am not the only one feeling that way, I definitely relate to the young guns! 😁

[@oyggraphics9596]

wow..I love that..."I dont think I have a weakness" really strong

[@BrandonOfJapan]

Youd think people would care about vulnerability but youd be dead wrong 🤷‍♂️. In fact, most people ive encountered are only attracted to vulnerability bc it makes them feel less shitty about their own issues.

[@MisterMoreno10457]

ooou you said it

[@creatoruniverse]

did I am still young . how we consider someone young

[@marlon_88]

Chris you are a good guy and this is so useful for designers/artists who are starting a career. Big like for Futur, share the knowledge to others, only then knowledge has the real impact and usefulness.

[@thefutur]

Yay!!

[@nathankim5901]

Thank you so much for doing this Chris. This has been my issue for a long time.and there was no one I could even ask anybody about this kind of issue.just cut all my cheap works. I'm still worried but at least I feel good. Thank u again.

[@ahmadazab7853]

hey Chris, I found your channel 3 months ago and I can't stop watching a video after another. really good content, thx for sharing it. Now I have this question. I started learning logo design about a year ago in a slow kinda way. cauz I'm studying engineering in college. so, in my college part of the year I may practice making logos a little. while in my holiday I focus a lot on logo design and learning more. my problem now is I don't know good resources to continue studying logo design and I also wanna expand this and study graphic design generally. so what books do you suggest or how should I do it? cauz also in my city there's no good art/design college. so idk, I just rely on youtube videos or some recommended books that Idk if the one who recommend it has a good skill or not, or sometimes when I have some money I go spend it on some courses but they dont provide much information you know.. I hope you understand my situation and provide feedback.

[@Tha.Riddick]

Pure Gems ! Thank you for sharing with us !

[@JJWong22]

Loved this Chris, thank you!

[@danieldante8341]

It's amazing to see how after all these years of experience Chris still says he's figuring it out. Once you think it's done and there is nothing out there to learn, you start going backwards. Stay curious:) Thank you Thefutur 😁👏👏

[@thefutur]

I’m never done learning.

[@losangeles9320]

I'm an ACCD from 2000 and this is absolutely true. We focus on design and forget the business side. Know your worth and don't be afraid to fail or lose a client. It's part of the learning process. The only rule is to always give your best work/design because you can always look back and say you produced your best and the client didn't have the vision/budget/integrity or wsa just cheap to pay you what you were worth. But your work will eventually bring clients who will pay for your skill/worth.

[@ultimaokami]

I am a stay at home mom and working for a graphic design firm. I feel like I am more than just $10 an hour. When I took the job two months ago because I feel I don't have experiences and just graduated. Now, I did a few jobs now I feel my value a lot more...I am not sure if I should wait a little bit before asking for more? Does anyone have any idea what I should do? Also, thank you for this video....I made a lot of bad choices when I was young and my family always caution me about working in the art field (not a practical job and I can't provide for my family). I wait so long to get into graphic design and just graduated from design school this year February. I feel like I lost so much time, now I am 28 I feel I am not as good as the young people who already been at this for a while. This is a good reminder that is all in my mindset, need to change it so I can strive better.

[@joe4u]

Hey Chris, you were mentioned Branding is alot more complicated than creating marks and identity system. Can you tell us more about it? Many thanks

[@jonathangonza]

Here is a link, mate. It will help you completely understand the difference between what it refers to when speaking these words. Here is the link medium.com/ebaqdesign/the-basics-brand-vs-branding-vs-identity-85a469f16b11

[@Louis.DeGuzman]

Its impossible not to succeed if you would just apply The Futur's teachings.

[@alkanberkan]

thank you man! whole video you're talked to myself. And you helped me a lot!! thanks!

[@thefutur]

Glad I could help!

[@leonard0104]

Dang you look so heroic in that lightning! haha

[@mwright80]

Chris has taught me to charge what I'm worth... TO THE CLIENT.

[@ralphdesalan6962]

I just want to thank you cris for doing this to us young generation. It means a lot!!!

[@akosisandoval]

To my fellow Filipinos who asked about Chris's weakness: woah, slow down =)))))))))

[@corgikun2579]

12:23 I find very interesting when people who are learning something shares what she/he has being doing because usually they have a lot of enthusiasm and are discovering older resources (books, people keen to that area of interest) as well as new resources because either they go to formal school or read a lot. That's a lot of value. Also you can see in their recent videos how their ideas or concepts about their topic of interest is maturing or shaping for good

[@iam_dharasimi]

5 years later, this video is still relevant😌

[@Digagz390]

Do not explain yourself,show your work.

[@Justen]

I'm so grateful to you, Chris Do. Thank you for this. I appreciate you.

[@santiagomunez1723]

Expertise level of Creativity : 1 - Tactical Level : graphic & visual. 2 : Interaction Level : conversation, discussion, relational. 3 : Strategic Level : Branding, Perception, stimulation. As young guns, i used to think that visual is everything. As times goes by, i learn strategic level of creativity is to solve complex problems. When you to try to solve complex (Level 3) problems, that will include interaction and tactical level.

[@CoeurDuPetitPrince]

"I don't care what anyone thinks or says".. Um.. Does that include your customer base? Because it is extremely possible to price yourself out of a market. Believing in yourself is positive but things such as markets and data analytics exist to determine this. The astronomical prices given forth and the feel-goody philosophy of "I want to be worth a million dollars so I am" is extremely toxic

[@thefutur]

I’m always trying to price myself out of the market. Here’s the thing, a new market will find you.

[@CoeurDuPetitPrince]

@@thefutur so you're assuming that there are infinite markets/customer bases, there is no competition, or that the demand for your services is inelastic (at least for certain clients).. That's not how economics works but you've been extremely successful so props to you, that said, I wouldn't say that to every single 18 year old with hustle mentality and potential bravado

[@GeorgePikalov]

Very motivational and inspiring. Because we evolve as a person, so does our perspective and the worldview, so does our career evolves along. Big THANK YOU for sharing that.