Creatives have a reputation for whinging. It seems we are never quite happy – our work never quite good enough. Some would say this is what keep us improving; this continual dissatisfaction. Just sometimes though, it might be nice to sit back and be able to say, “Yeah, actually, I’m the dogs. Back off!”
I have felt that way a couple of times during my career. Drink is usually involved, or perhaps an astute account handler with a deadline has stroked my ego enough for me to believe I am King Creative. The feeling is fleeting though, quickly to be replaced with the hammering of the ‘it’s not good enough’ voices.
So the voices have won again; my site and blog are undergoing a bit of a rework since I decided they weren’t up to scratch. Hopefully I’m going to get some new work up in the portfolio section soon too.
So the dissatisfaction is good, it is a motivator. Speaking of motivation, have a look at these designers; both young, both Manchester based, and both doing good things: James Oconnell at And Partners, Andy Mallalieu at Creative Spark. And while we’re on the subject of Young…….
