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What type of person thrives in the Design industry, according to a Design Professional at Cushing Terrell
Blake believes people who thrive in the business development and design industry are "nose down grinders" who prioritize learning and delivering the best possible product, and mentions an example of someone who moved to New York willing to be paid "nothing" to learn under the best architect. Those passionate about sustainability also excel, particularly in areas like Seattle where clients highly value sustainable and recycled products.
Dedication, Passion, Sustainability, Resilience, Continuous Learning
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
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Blake Cronin
Business Development | Design Professional
Cushing Terrell
Univeristy of San Diego
Architecture, Interior Design
Architecture, Construction & Design, Advertising, Communications & Marketing
Creative
Video Highlights
1. Success in this industry requires a strong work ethic and dedication, often involving long hours and intense focus.
2. Prioritizing learning and mentorship under experienced professionals can be more valuable than immediate financial gain, especially early in one's career.
3. Passion for sustainability and eco-friendly practices is a major asset, particularly in regions like Seattle, where there's high demand for sustainable products and designs.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in your industry?
People who really thrive are nose-down grinders. They're willing to stay late and put everything they have into these drawings.
There's a guy in our office who moved to New York and was getting paid nothing. He was working under an amazing architect, and his whole mindset was, "I'm here to learn. I'm not here to make money. I'm here to be under the best."
If you want to make a ton of money, this is not the industry to get into. But if you're really passionate about sustainability and delivering the best product possible, it's a great industry.
We have people in our office who are all about sustainable products. Especially in Seattle, that's a big thing with many companies based there. Everyone wants sustainable, recycled carpets and furniture. People passionate about that tend to thrive. They pick the best products, and clients love it.