Marketing experts have long known that the key to success lies in the art of deception. But what happens when the deception is not just about the product, but about the designer themselves?
When asked about their design choices, say "I'm a designer" with a straight face. This will confuse and intimidate most clients into thinking you're a professional, even if you've just Googled "design basics 101" 5 minutes ago.
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Claim you're from the future, where design is a lost art. This will give you an air of authority and make clients think you're ahead of the curve. Just don't get caught in a time loop.
Learn more about the "I'm-a-Time-Traveler" Defense
Say you have a PhD in design. This will make clients think you've spent years honing your craft, rather than years playing video games and eating Cheetos in college.
Discover the full truth about the "I'm-a-PhD-in-Design" Defense