I’ve been working in administrative roles at a design institute; I want to change careers and learn design and drawing. I’m 25 years old.
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It’s been over a year since I graduated. When I finished high school, I chose my major on my own and opted for management. Later, I started working in an administrative role at a design firm; after a year, I realized that I didn’t like this job. Firstly, the interpersonal relationships in such environments are complex, and I have a straightforward personality, which makes things stressful for me； Second, the income is too low. I’ve always wanted to learn design, and my colleagues and friends have given me a lot of advice. They mostly suggested that I consider fields such as budgeting or safety assessment, as these are more suitable for women; it’s too difficult to start learning design now. Actually, I’m not afraid of hard work, but I’m hesitant due to some contradictions. I’d like to hear everyone’s opinions. Thank you in advance.
In fact, it is at the grassroots level where one can gain the most experience and learn the most. The poster is quite young; I suggest they learn as much as possible. In administrative work, I feel that not much can be learned, so it’s better to start from the grassroots level, build a solid foundation, and then have the necessary skills to work in administration in the future
It’s a good idea! ! ! Support! ! !
X-Weihua’s reply almost made me cry—\"You used to study management; it’s not easy to switch from management to design. Besides, which design studio would accept you? It’s a very difficult choice!\" ”---Actually, I’ve also been troubled by this issue. I’m not afraid of any hardships; I’m determined. The problem is that the designers reject you – it’s really devastating. Recently, something similar happened among my colleagues: someone from the second tier wanted to move to the first tier, but the colleagues there filed a joint complaint against him and refused to accept him. Perhaps their actions may not necessarily stop things from progressing, but such behavior is truly frightening and disheartening. It is said that scholars look down on each other; it’s the same everywhere. People will do anything for their own interests; this kind of mental pressure is the most terrifying. However, I am ready. Competition drives progress, and having rivals helps one improve faster. As long as I stick to this path, I will persevere to the end. Thank you all for your support, and thanks to x-weihua and 3300.
It’s a topic that comes up frequently; some people want to work in management while others prefer to work in technology. But it is easy to shift from technology to management, but difficult to shift from management to technology. ““The designers reject you”; you’re feeling “afraid and disheartened” now, but in a few years you’ll think it’s normal. There is an objective factor that must be faced here. In a busy team, everyone prefers to work with someone who is already competent, rather than just taking on a student; of course, someone who can get things done while still acting like a student is certainly popular. I give you this advice with hesitation: if your major is management, then go ahead and work in management ； If you are a woman, it’s better to work in administration. Of course, if there’s a project manager who appreciates you and wants to develop your technical skills, or if you want to work in graphic design and happen to meet a good teacher, then you’re in luck.
Be prepared to endure hardships – design work is mentally and physically exhausting! But compared to working in administration, there’s much less scheming and trickery :)
Hehe, Sinoeng’s posts are really full of useful advice. Hehe, I started working at the design institute in 2006, in the administrative department; the work there was easy, and I was quite diligent. Everything seemed fine there, and the prospects for career development were good. But I don’t want things to continue like this, and there are two reasons for that. First, interpersonal relationships at the secondary level are too complicated. Although I’ve just graduated, I’m quite mature and not awkward, but I have a straightforward personality and can’t stand hypocrisy. There are many things I see, but I don’t want to speak up about them, so it’s very exhausting ； Secondly, the compensation is also low ； Thirdly, I feel that work in design is quite suitable for me. Hehe, it's hard to put into words. Half a year ago, I took the opportunity to change departments and move to the operations department. When I left, my colleagues all said I was silly for giving up so many good opportunities to go to a place where I shouldn’t have gone. Actually, I only have one idea: to go to the front line, at least to the sales department as it is closer to the front line, hehe. I’m still working in the sales department; it has taken a lot of effort to adapt and learn new things. It’s tiring, but it’s also enjoyable – I learn something new every day and get to work with design, which feels great. I’m getting a little closer to my dream. I believe greater obstacles lie ahead; having chosen this path, there’s nothing more to say. It’s snowing here; what a cold winter!
Design relies on youth and intelligence, while management involves trickery; those who work in design want to move into management, and those in management want to try their hand at design. There are advantages and disadvantages to each, so one must make careful choices
A girl like her – why would she learn design? ! ! Go back to doing your promising management job! ! ! ! Designing isn’t as physically exhausting, but it is mentally demanding. Sometimes, I really prefer to deal with machinery rather than dealing with people! ! Still, I think this isn’t very suitable for girls, especially someone like you. There are things that can’t be handled just by being willing to endure hardship, to learn, or to work hard. One might end up looking like a mess, with no clear identity. It’s good to exercise more, but it’s better to advise you not to get involved with technology too much; knowing a little bit is enough – don’t delve too deep into it! ! It’s better to play more in the second tier; being a versatile fighter holds bright prospects! ! !
Girls, if you want to make progress step by step, it’s better to start at the grassroots level. That way, you can gain knowledge while also building a network of relationships, which will be useful for working in government agencies in the future. I know a girl who wants to advance quickly, but she has to invest not only her professional skills but also herself. So I think one should not rush things, nor rely too much on connections, as that could end up putting one in a position of indebtedness to others Overall, you are ambitious and motivated; you can start from the bottom. If you prefer a simple life and work environment, it’s better to choose a position at the lower levels. Not only are the interpersonal relationships simpler there, but the work is also less demanding. It’s just my personal opinion, but I hope it can be helpful to you!
Designing isn’t as physically exhausting, but it is mentally demanding. Hehe, you’re absolutely right – different places have their own ways of causing fatigue. The world of martial arts is everywhere.
With your personality, you would be suitable for technical work. You studied management, and now you’re learning technology – and you’re working very hard. If you do well, you can continue in this field; if not, or if you’ve had enough, you can turn to management again. Knowing both management and technology makes you a versatile person, giving you options whether to move forward or step back. So I think there’s no need for you to worry – you’re much luckier than those who focus solely on technology! This post was last edited by wsts00100 on 2008-1-19 06:32.]
Does the Operations Department handle design work? The design department is the one that does the actual design, right?
Designers will be on guard against each other and engage in scheming as well, so be prepared!
Since you want to get into design, I think it’s best to focus on water design – it involves relatively fewer risks and is easier to get started with.
My advice is that you might as well use your free time to learn the basic skills of drawing on your own or by seeking guidance from others; this is absolutely essential. Once you’ve mastered these skills, even if you don’t have specialized knowledge, you’ll be able to assist with various tasks in any design studio. If you have the courage to overcome this hurdle first and then move on to learning specialized knowledge, it will be much harder than learning how to draw! But with determination, you can learn it over time!
I think you should be able to. Youth is capital! Do your best at whatever you want to do! Youth means no failure, and the future has no limits!
I’m confident in your field: cost estimation. The people in charge of cost budgeting here are extremely skilled; they decide how to settle accounts for various types of projects and what the relevant coefficients should be. When the construction workers saw him, they acted like mice in front of a cat – they obeyed him without question. If you have a cost engineer certificate with a certain construction company, you can still earn money just by sitting there. It’s better to focus on studying your major properly