Creative Humans: Talent Will Take You Far, But Design is a Business

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Designers are creative by nature. However, the practical side of a creative education can’t be pushed aside. To fully envision the bigger picture of your professional life, don’t ignore the practical, and be sure to develop your business skills alongside your design education. 

Whether you’re just starting out as a designer or well into your career and realizing that a lack of business skills is holding you back, read Charles Nix’s piece at the Fast Company Executive Board to learn how to think about your design career comprehensively and what steps you can take as you continue to build your career.