15 'non-design' qualities every designer should have - Our Stories

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Ever wonder what kind of qualities one should posses in order to be better than the rest?

Here is a list qualities that we think that can help you greatly in your career:

Bend, but not break

Take notes; it shows respect

Pay attention to details

Leverage the strengths of others around you

Know how to negotiate

Back your decisions with data whenever possible

Don’t hold information that can help others thrive

Expand your skill set over time

Smile

Break down big tasks into smaller pieces

Do your own research, even if you’re not a researcher

Write copy for your designs, even if you’re not a writer

Organize your own tasks, even if you’re not a project manager

Lead, even if that word is not in your title

This article is inspired by Fabricio Teixeira on The Nest Web: 47 ‘non-design’ qualities every designer should have.