Mark is joined by the Creative Director at Worcester-based design, branding and development agency WeAreBeard, Dave Webb, to share his top tips for working in the kind of field that your mum told you you should have a backup for.Dave remembers the first day he was praised for drawing something good, instead of being made to feel like he was falling behind academically, which is where his affinity for creative work began.A creative person’s priorities often don’t fit in with a “professional” culture, which can lead to clashes, of which both Mark and Dave have experience.

Introduction

Dave's tip: Don't have a plan B

Mark's tip: Be supportive

Dave's tip: Be childlike, but not childish

Mark's tip: Be stubborn

Dave's tip: Be excited by your work

Mark's tip: Run your own race

Dave's tip: Failing is learning

Mark's tip: Use what you have to hand

Dave's tip: It's a numbers game

Mark's tip: Take all advice with a pinch of salt

Refer a friend

Building the final list

Honourable mentions

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