Mariah Peterson
This mentorship will have an impact on my future plans by deciding my major. Throughout most of high school, I had my heart set on interior design and was 98% sure I was going to pursue it in college. Throughout the mentorship, it gave me a realistic look into the industry. Since I got an in-depth look into the industry, it has opened my eyes and I may not end up entirely pursuing interior design. I really do love it and it's always going to be something that I enjoy doing, but I don't think it is going to be the main focus. I do know for certain, however, that I want to pursue design. Not interior, but graphic. Both are similar in certain ways, but different concepts. Overall, this mentorship has made me realize that I do really want to pursue the design field since I was diverging for awhile dipping my toes in other career ideas. This solidified it for me.
Another benefit is the craving to learn more about the design industry in general. Being around Anna Berglin every week inspired me to want to learn as much as I can and to become the best that I can. It is a completely new experience to actually be working with real designers. It puts you on a whole new level.
Benefits
Personal Gains In A Nutshell:
-I have gained a stronger insight into the industry of interior design.
-I have gained a more in-depth sense of the progression of a project. (beginning to end)
-I have learned more about the relationship between designer and client.
-I have learned more about the nitty gritty details of projects--like selection spreadsheets, planning, and prioritizing.
-Making a strong connection with Anna and having that connection for the rest of my life.
-Proving to myself how much design means to me and to pursue it for a career.
After all that I have learned from the actual class and my mentorship, I have lessons, tips, and advice that I can apply to the real world in regards to going to college next year and work life.
The first revelation that came to me was to take matters into your own hands. I have come to terms to know that if I see something that needs to be done, do it, and don't assume someone else will have it covered. I have learned to be "interested, not interesting" from the speaker that came into my class, Mark Scharenbroich. Always try to be genuinely interested in the other person's life, and not just thinking about your own.
I have learned to always put my best foot forward. Show your mentor, teacher, employer, etc. that you got what it takes and show that you are interested and curious even if you are completely faking it. It will eventually get you to where you want to go.
I have learned to get as much experience in my career as possible during, before, and after college by doing internships and so on. Immersing myself into the industry will give my more experience, confidence, and advantage for future jobs.