Alexis King Of 2117 Collective On Five Things You Need To Create A Highly Successful Career As A…

Thank you for joining us today! Can you share the story of what led you to pursue a career in commercial design?

During the time I spent earning a BFA in Interior Architecture in Chicago, there was a lot, and I mean a lot, of time spent dissecting the user experience of commercial spaces and creating solutions to enhance those experiences. That knowledge expanded, along with my passion for designing, while working under established designers in Los Angeles until I gained enough confidence to launch my own firm.

What’s the most interesting or amusing experience you’ve had in your career so far, and what lesson did you learn from it?

Making the change from working at firms with other designers, collaborating on daily decisions and having a designated job description to overseeing any and all aspects of a business is a shock, to say the least. I have really had to find my voice and learn to trust myself. There is a delicate balance to be found between believing you are capable and knowing there is still so much to learn.

Do you have a favorite life lesson quote? Can you share a story about how it has been relevant in your life?