Designers are a creative group, but sometimes, they need to take a little extra care to make sure they’re not losing sight of what makes them happy and inspiring their team members.

Here are eight design tips to help them do just that.

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Set clear goals and deadlines to make your work a success 2.

Create your own personal vision 3.

Keep a plan for your projects and your life 4.

Focus on creating a vision that will make you a more powerful and creative individual 5.

Don’t be afraid to take risks 6.

Don�t give up on yourself 7.

Know that if you do, you will have to take the first step to getting there 8.

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Make sure you have clear goals 2 1 2 3 3 4 5 6 6.

Do your research to find the right job for you.

If you have to pay a little more for a bigger, better-paying job, that�s okay.

You can also pay yourself more for less time with the same level of responsibility.

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Know what you want to be when you grow up and how to achieve it.

This is the key to being an artist, a scientist, a businessperson, a creative or any other kind of artist.

If it seems like you don�t have the skills to achieve anything right now, it is because you haven�t been working hard enough.

If your career path is littered with failures, it may be time to find something new.

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Create a plan to make it happen.

Make it clear, with concrete goals.

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Don`t let anyone tell you what to do.

Be your own person, with your own ideas.

Make your own decisions and goals.

This way, you don’t have to depend on someone else to be able to provide guidance or support.

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Learn from your mistakes and make sure you never make the same mistake twice.

Be the change you want.

If the situation becomes even more difficult, be prepared to make an adjustment.

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Make a schedule and stick to it.

Donít try to force yourself to do everything you want, even if it is going to be difficult.

If something doesn�t feel right, say something.

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Know where you want your time and where you can be most effective.

Don��t just say yes to something.

Ask for what you need.

Find something that will help you get there.

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Know how to make the most of your time.

You need to be prepared.

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Be flexible. Don���t feel trapped.

Make the most possible change possible. 8