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There’s a lot of “experts” out there, telling designers to do this or that, but how do you cut through the noise and opinions of others and develop your own identity? In this video, our guest instructor, James Martin (aka Made By James), will be talking about a designer’s identity, and how to build one that is set up for long term success. Making the right choices and a little luck is only part of the equation. James has some concrete advice that will help you take control of your career and stand out as a designer.Want to learn more about Brand Identity Design? Check out Made By James’s course on The Futur: https://thefutur.com/course/brand-identity-designCheck out this episodes free PDF: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/x6lx1ba4jvi32dkycxmdn/episode-4.pdf?rlkey=e13mnt2kryw4i1maxvctorc03&dl=0In this episode:00:00 – Intro00:22 – What Kind of Designer Do You Want To Be?00:55 – Personal Struggle02:12 – Identity Is A Decision, Not A Destiny02:40 – Having A Vision For the Future03:34 – You Have the Control04:00 – Think In Decades, Plan In Months, Execute Daily05:37 – Biggest Lesson Learned07:06 – What Does Your Version of Success Look Like?07:18 – Make Your Own Way08:02 – Ignore the Noise#branding #brandidentity #brandidentitydesign 🚀 Futur AcceleratorThe step-by-step blueprint and coaching program designed to get your creative business off the ground:https://thefutur.com/accelerator🥇 Futur Pro The professional creative community designed to grow your personal brand, your business, and your network:https://thefutur.com/pro✍️ Other Courses, Templates, and Tools:https://thefutur.com/shop🎙 The Futur Podcast:https://thefutur.com/podcastRecommended books, tools, music, resources, typefaces & more: https://thefutur.com/recommendationsMusic by Epidemic Sound:http://share.epidemicsound.com/thefuturShorts Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/@thefutur/shortsWe love getting your letters. Send them here:The Futur c/o Chris Do556 S. Fair Oaks Ave. #34Pasadena CA 91105*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you.–Host: Chris DoProducer: Mark ContrerasCinematographers/Editors: Stewart Schuster @RodrigoTasca & @Tascastudios MOCS Media

Speaking coach René Rodriguez reveals his formula for navigating difficult dialogues – start by expressing how YOU feel. Learn how opening with your internal emotions creates psychological safety and care, allowing you to then deliver the core message. René breaks down how framing with your own inner state first makes tough conversations more productive by reducing negative emotions.FREE Resources here: https://thefutur.com/free-resources🚀 Futur AcceleratorThe step-by-step blueprint and coaching program designed to get your creative business off the ground:https://thefutur.com/accelerator🥇 Futur Pro The professional creative community designed to grow your personal brand, your business, and your network:https://thefutur.com/pro✍️ Other Courses, Templates, and Tools:https://thefutur.com/shop🎙 The Futur Podcast:https://thefutur.com/podcastRecommended books, tools, music, resources, typefaces & more: https://thefutur.com/recommendationsMusic by Epidemic Sound:http://share.epidemicsound.com/thefuturShorts Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/@thefutur/shortsWe love getting your letters. Send them here:The Futur c/o Chris Do556 S. Fair Oaks Ave. #34Pasadena CA 91105*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you.–Host: Chris DoProducer: Mark ContrerasCinematographers/Editors: Stewart Schuster @RodrigoTasca & @Tascastudios MOCS Media

What makes up a Visual Identity? And what makes it different from a Brand Identity? In this video, our guest instructor, James Martin (aka Made By James), is going to discuss the symbiotic relationship between the two, the elements that create a Visual Identity, and why the Visual Identity is directly influenced by the Brand Identity.Want to learn more about Brand Identity Design? Check out Made By James’s course on The Futur: https://thefutur.com/course/brand-identity-designCheck out this episodes free PDF: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/vhvf1xe1og8e1jehfb8ud/episode-3.pdf?rlkey=dksd8pkqann11o532ufqcl3bp&dl=0In this episode:00:00 – Intro00:31 – What Makes Visual Identity Different From Brand Identity01:16 – What A Visual Identity Consists Of02:30 – Brand Identity Is Established Internally02:57 – Visual Identity Is A Part of Brand Identity03:06 – Visual Identity Is Influenced by Brand Identity#branding #brandidentity #brandidentitydesign🚀 Futur AcceleratorThe step-by-step blueprint and coaching program designed to get your creative business off the ground:https://thefutur.com/accelerator🥇 Futur Pro The professional creative community designed to grow your personal brand, your business, and your network:https://thefutur.com/pro✍️ Other Courses, Templates, and Tools:https://thefutur.com/shop🎙 The Futur Podcast:https://thefutur.com/podcastRecommended books, tools, music, resources, typefaces & more: https://thefutur.com/recommendationsMusic by Epidemic Sound:http://share.epidemicsound.com/thefuturShorts Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/@thefutur/shortsWe love getting your letters. Send them here:The Futur c/o Chris Do556 S. Fair Oaks Ave. #34Pasadena CA 91105*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you.–Host: Chris DoProducer: Mark ContrerasCinematographers/Editors: Stewart Schuster @RodrigoTasca & @Tascastudios MOCS Media

Speaking coach René Rodriguez reveals his amplify formula for creating captivating stories from lackluster Q&A responses. Learn how setting an emotional frame, delivering your core message, and tying it down transforms dull answers into engaging narratives that resonate. René breaks down real examples of how anyone can use this 3-step breakthrough formula to speak from the heart and construct shared meaning with their audience.FREE Resources here: https://thefutur.com/free-resources🚀 Futur AcceleratorThe step-by-step blueprint and coaching program designed to get your creative business off the ground:https://thefutur.com/accelerator🥇 Futur Pro The professional creative community designed to grow your personal brand, your business, and your network:https://thefutur.com/pro✍️ Other Courses, Templates, and Tools:https://thefutur.com/shop🎙 The Futur Podcast:https://thefutur.com/podcastRecommended books, tools, music, resources, typefaces & more: https://thefutur.com/recommendationsMusic by Epidemic Sound:http://share.epidemicsound.com/thefuturShorts Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/@thefutur/shortsWe love getting your letters. Send them here:The Futur c/o Chris Do556 S. Fair Oaks Ave. #34Pasadena CA 91105*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you.–Host: Chris DoProducer: Mark ContrerasCinematographers/Editors: Stewart Schuster @RodrigoTasca & @Tascastudios MOCS Media

Speaking pro René Rodriguez reveals his intense coaching methods that strategically induce DISCOMFORT. He explains the science behind learning primary skills better under pressure. By simulating high-stakes environments, René intensely trains clients to thrive on stage when it matters most. Learn how his proven techniques for coaching has led to breakthrough public speaking performances.FREE Resources here: https://thefutur.com/free-resources🚀 Futur AcceleratorThe step-by-step blueprint and coaching program designed to get your creative business off the ground:https://thefutur.com/accelerator🥇 Futur Pro The professional creative community designed to grow your personal brand, your business, and your network:https://thefutur.com/pro✍️ Other Courses, Templates, and Tools:https://thefutur.com/shop🎙 The Futur Podcast:https://thefutur.com/podcastRecommended books, tools, music, resources, typefaces & more: https://thefutur.com/recommendationsMusic by Epidemic Sound:http://share.epidemicsound.com/thefuturShorts Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/@thefutur/shortsWe love getting your letters. Send them here:The Futur c/o Chris Do556 S. Fair Oaks Ave. #34Pasadena CA 91105*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you.–Host: Chris DoProducer: Mark ContrerasCinematographers/Editors: Stewart Schuster @RodrigoTasca & @Tascastudios MOCS Media