🎯 "What's the one advice you will give to young designers that could skyrocket their careers?" I asked Gerrick from Millé - Hospitality Obsessed Designers , and his answer was not about doing more. It was about mastering less. 👇

Here’s what he said

💬 “Figure out who you are as a personality—whether you’re introverted or extroverted, whether you love residential, supermarkets, or dentists. Whatever it is, niche down and focus on being the expert in one thing.”

Gerrick's kōrero is resonating with my own learning. I’ve been reading Gary Keller’s 'The One Thing' and have been reflecting on the fact that success doesn’t come from trying to do it all—it comes from doing less, but doing it exceptionally well.

Here are top 3 wise tips you can integrate into your career:

1️⃣ Discover Your Niche

Interior design is vast—hospitality, residential, commercial, retail... Find what sparks your passion. The more focused you are, the more value you bring to clients who need your unique expertise.

2️⃣ Master Your Craft

Keller says: “Extraordinary results are directly determined by how narrow you can make your focus.” Don’t just dabble—immerse yourself in learning everything about your niche, from materials to emerging trends.

3️⃣ Build a Purpose-Driven Brand

Clients are drawn to designers who align with their values. If sustainability and craftsmanship are your ethos, make it your niche. (Shoutout to Gerrick for using Critical. Cleanstone to create stunning, sustainable interiors!)

✨ Question: What’s the one thing you want to master as a designer? Drop it in the comments below whānau I'd love to hear from you.

At Critical., we’re here to help designers create spaces that inspire while protecting te taiao (our natural world). If you’re working on a sustainable fit-out or want to explore how 100% recycled materials like Cleanstone can elevate your projects, let’s kōrero.

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