Why Designers Don't Get Respect
It’s an established fact that graphic design isn’t the line of work that gets the most respect by clients. The Internet is full of websites that tell you the worst possible clients stories ever, and every designer will keep receiving his load of free work requests every now and then. With time, it can become very annoying. You’re a true professional after all. You have a solid set of skills, you pay taxes on your client projects, so why aren’t you getting the respect you deserve?
You’re probably not gonna like it, but I’m gonna say it anyway: that’s your fault.
Let's be honest: I'm on fire this week. This is a polarizing, controversial subject that was dealt with by many people before me, but the problem remains, and that's why I put things so bluntly in my article. Taking precautions always end up by toning down the message, even if it's well intentioned. I have no interest in writing something that's half-hearted, forgettable, and helps nobody. That's not the reason why I write. I'm not afraid to shock, annoy, irritate people. Change always involves violent feelings. I hope it will inspire you.