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Summary
By William Channer | 19 April 2011 | Length:25 mins Tim Van Damme gives real advice on what it takes to be a good a designer and freelancer. He also explains why being lazy is good.Sponsored By
Tim Van Damme
Becoming a Top Designer & Freelancer
Advice
A lot of people want to be the best at what they do as fast as possible. While this might be possible, it’ll turn you into a one-trick-poney. Take your time, be patient, and always keep learning. This’ll give you a much more solid foundation for the future. Focus on what you want to achieve, go for it, don’t look back.
Tim Van Damme (or @maxvoltar as a lot of people know him) is a Belgian ex-freelancer now working fulltime at Gowalla in Austin Texas as an interface designer focussing on iOS. When he's not working, he's dabbling with photography, blogging or spending time with his beautiful wife Gwen (@gwenfey)
Facts
Born : Belgium, March 22, 1985
Education : Self-taught
Favorite Book : Losing My Virginity by Richard Branson
Favorite Film : Speed Racer
Favorite Gadget : iPhone
Favorite Meal : Pepperoni pizza
Favorite Music : Music played by passionate bands that write their own songs
Favorite Place : Right now it's Austin, Texas
Favorite Website : blog.frankchimero.com
First Job : Webdesigner at a Belgian company called TenForce
Role Model : Steve Jobs






