Pardon my ignorance/naivety: is there something that people who seem to have long, consistent careers as creatives are doing/have done that others aren’t?

I feel like there’s a ton of likable, hardworking people that can’t catch a break, especially right now. I’m perplexed because while our industry appears to be in free fall, I still see people whose careers are flourishing.

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It's luck. Hard work and skill is a part of it, but being lucky to be at the right place at the right time plays a larger role then folks want to admit.

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Thank you for this response!

I was on staff at one place and was thrilled about the arrival of a brilliant, award-winning freelance creative. The reality was upsetting — he was such a miserable human being that the appeal of working with him quickly diminished. “Playing well with others” is a real thing. Also, having a robust network is key

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Stubbornness. Seriously. It’s just taking no, after no, after no, but continuing to bring the best ideas forward. So when one gets made, it's a good one. And then it gets awards, and goes into your book, and gets you a promotion your your next best offer.
Just don’t give in to the negativity and cynicism of the industry, and to clients’ bad taste. Keep pushing good work always.

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As with anything else, luck often plays a major role.

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Thanks for sharing everyone!

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