Ok, wow. I don’t understand… One of my friends was 30+ when we started but age doesn’t really matter in my opinion. In most cases these people have more experience regarding different topics which can come in handy as a designer… He always provides some different insides. I would rather deny young people directly out of school…

And regarding making myself a fancy name… If it happens so be it. If not, no shame. I want to be good in what I do and have fun with it. Not sure if I want to have the liabilities coming with a fancy name…

Well if it worked out in the end and you’re happy with your job, it’s great! How are your studies going?

I’m hooked on the job and was 22 at the start. I did my apprenticeship as a carpenter before:)

Networking with other designers and joining industry-specific forums or groups can be really helpful. Learning about IP and protection is definitely important; understanding how to secure your designs will give you peace of mind and help protect your work.
Focus on developing a strong portfolio and stay updated on the latest design software and tools. Topics like sustainable design and user experience are also worth exploring.
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