Hey I'm new and I see you all being so professional, but whatever everytime I see a job I feel like I'm not worth it all, how I can improve
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- Hey KeitsyWorrying about tomorrow takes the power from today.It feels like you’re loading yourself with perceptions about what the world expects and what you are.Ask yourself ‘what, of this, is REAL’Are you really not professional? It takes a lot of practice, commitment and time to be a fantastic illustrator - you’ve clearly applied a professional mindset to your growth.Are you really not ready? Do you have a portfolio, artwork, things you could show that will put you in your best light? Probably.Is everyone really what you think they are? Loads of people are playing the game, taking it day at a time, moving forward without a full on plan but with a goal. It’s as new to them as a CEO as it is to you looking for a break.So, don’t worry.Use the energy to power up today.What could you do to move you toward the goal. In a REAL and PRESENT way that creates a small ripple that in turn creates impact for you.The only future worth fighting for is the one you create.So go for it. The power is in today.
- Hi Keitsy I felt the same when I started and applied for jobs anyway. Really important to focus on what you want as an artist and not what other people are doing or thinking of you. I recommend joining a women empowerment community as this can help build your confidence x
- Hello Keitsy,Your concerns are understandable as we are all novices in one area or another.You only need to concentrate on two things and you will be fine.
- Your thoughts
- Your actions
If you concentrate on those two areas then you will be ready to tackle anything and not worry about the results that will happen.In terms of your thinking you have to get control of your internal dialogue (that voice inside you) and control that dialogue to the point where you are ready to take control of things.In terms of actions you should be practising drawing, learning software, etc. in every spare moment that you can. In order to triumph you must first try.A useful thing that a lot of illustrators do is to keep your early work, even the work that you do not like, and when you look back in a year or two you will see the improvement as long as you keep practising.Rome was not built in a day, neither were the Pyramids of Egypt, you have to take baby steps each day and improve gradually.There is no such reality as something for nothing and for everything that we want in life a price must be paid, and I do not mean a financial price, but a price in effort and sweat equity.Another thing to remember is to enjoy the journey and the process as much as the final destination because when you achieve a great amount of success then it will feel great for a while, then you will be ready for the next achievement.I used to take sketchbooks with me everywhere and practise when I was on the tube, in museums, on breaks, and so on. Now you can use a tablet, or phone, anything will do as long as you are enjoying the process, because the real key to success is not the attainment of a goal but who you have to become in the process in order to achieve that goal.Possessions can be lost but you can never lose the spirit that overcame doubts and frustrations in order to get to a level that you never believed you could get to.Good luck and give me a shout if you need any help. - There seems to be a conflict between ‘I’ and ‘I’m’.I’m newI’m not worth itI seeI can improveYou reached out for help which is a positive step towards growth.What is your definition of professional?If you feel you can’t be as ‘professional’, find a point of difference.
- speaking as someone who is very good at doing the same; you're really underselling yourself. Truthfully most people feel the same and often feel they're winging it until they get to a point where they start feeling more confident.Definetely be kinder to yourself! Could you make look at an internship in Illustrator as that would be a great opportunity to learn and they're not going to expect you to know everything.Feel free to drop me a line anytime if I can help in anyway,Ryan.
- AW never think that!!!!It's so hard to not compare yourself, I'm guilty of that at times too! But try rememberer you're doing your own thing which is unique to you and no-one else has that."Comparison is the thief of joy"Just keep on pushing, do what you enjoy doing, and just apply to the jobs even if you feel like you're not skilled enough. The worst they can say is no, or they might say yes!!! You won't know if you don't try.I just saw your work on Behance and it's bloody great!!!!!x
- Even the so-called professional sometimes feel that way. We all always try to improve ourselves because we feel we lack of something, otherwise our job would be boring :).I used to focus on positions/companies I was interested in, look for the skills/portfolio requested and try to learn new stuff or add self-initiated projects. It's a step by step progress, so learning new skills can boost your confidence a little and this can help you in being more confident when approaching clients maybe now out of your comfort zone.
- Hi Keitsy,Xavier's advice is really good. I would add, don't worry about what others are doing, just be yourself. The more your personality comes through, the more the people you want to work with will be attracted to work with you. Reading what people you want to work with write, can help you pick up terminology.I hope this helps!Best of luck!!
- Hello Kristy,It’s great that you want to improve but there isn’t really anything that should hold you back till you do. No one started like a pro, and here no one will judge you for being a starter.
- Hello Keitsy,You are worth it always. As creatives we doubt ourselves and that can happen all along our career. In some ways it's good as it means we are self critical and questionning our work. It's amazing to be self critical, it's a skill. So use this as your drive and never let your doubts stop you from trying. Just apply for jobs and see where it takes you. Some will work out and others not but you will learn every single time. To balance with all this keep creating your own work on the side.Good luck on your journey.Sarah
- Hi Keitsy!When I started out I felt totally the same way. Sometimes you just need to jump out of your comfort zone and go for it. I felt like I had nothing to lose and if I would get a no, I would ask for feedback and see how I could improve for the next time. Failure doesn't exist, only learning possibilities!
- @Onita Morgan-Edwards Aww thank you for that amazing answer ;) !
- i feel you...i didn't even have the corage to post anything yet...
- Hi Keitsy,I live in the US and have learned that our Inner Critic can keep us from taking risks, asking questions, and getting unstuck. You must have some great skills if you're on here. I am new and cannot help a lot, but consider posting up some affirmations about how amazing and talented you are. Tell yourself you are worth it, because my dear, you are!
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