One thing that will help you boost your design career
If we’re talking about only one thing, I would say you need to become comfortable with discomfort.
Taking risks is hard, especially emotionally. You’re stepping into the unknown and have to figure it out on the go. But from my own experience and the experience of my students, I can say that it’s the best way to grow most of the time.
By becoming comfortable with discomfort, you remove the heavy stress pressure and start using it as a growth amplifier.